About
The History
Originally called Contrology, Pilates was developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900’s. He is quoted as saying it “develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind and elevates the spirit”.
What is Pilates?
Focusing on core strength and proper alignment, Pilates is a preventative system of movement teaching total body awareness. With a focus on quality of performance, muscles are strengthened while being lengthened, creating new and safe patterns of everyday movement.
What are the benefits of doing Pilates?
The aches and pains from old muscle patterns can be quickly alleviated resulting in better posture, more energy and an improved quality of life. The whole body is conditioned, from head to toe creating balance.
“The Pilates Method teaches you to be in control of your body not at its mercy.” - Joseph Pilates
Why PJPW?
The progression of exercises offered in our classes help build bone density, increase joint mobility, increase breathing awareness, improve muscle tone, along with overall strength and flexibility of the body. Moving more effectively is invaluable for optimal health, injury recovery and sports performance.
“Physical fitness is the first prerequisite of happiness.” - Joseph Pilates
Who Benefits from doing Pilates?
Retirement & Pilates
You now have the time to take care of yourself and there's no better way to stay fit and age gracefully than Pilates to increase strength, gain energy, lose weight and sharpen your mind.
"If your spine is inflexibly stiff at 30, you are old. IF it is completely flexible at 60 you are young.” - Joseph Pilates
Men & Pilates
Did you know…Pilates was created by a man for men? The first practitioners were soldiers, boxers and athletes. Men notice increased core strength, increased agility, increased endurance and increased power.
“A man is as young as his spinal column.” - Joseph Pilates
Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis
Do you have Osteoporosis (a skeletal disorder where the strength of the bones is compromised and there is increased risk of fractures) or suffer from Osteoarthritis (a degenerative joint disease primarily affecting the cartilage in the joints causing pain and reduced motion)? Exercise strengthens muscles. With Pilates the focus is on safe, functional movement. Proper exercise strengthens bones and protects joints.
“You are only as young as your spine is flexible.” - Joseph Pilates