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| Joseph Pilates - Age 59 |
After his death in 1967, the technique became known as “The Pilates Method.” A court decision in the 1980s determined no one can own the trademark or copyright to "Pilates." That resulted in a free-for-all in which anything can be called "Pilates" and hence, we now have Aquilates, Boxilates, Pi-yo, Yogilates, etc.
Traditional, aka Classical, Pilates focuses on improving flexibility, strength, and balance for the whole body…without building bulk. Pilates has been embraced by dancers, athletes, celebrities and the general public for its unique approach, accessibility, and comprehensive, but dramatic, results.
Pilates utilizes continuous movement (with minimum repetitions), using the whole body for each exercise. Similar to personal training, Pilates traditionally has an instructor who provides instruction, correction and encouragement, but does not perform the exercises with clients. The mind-body component of Pilates involves client(s) listening to instructions and adapting his/her body in response, requiring a great deal of concentration and coordination.
Traditional, aka Classical, Pilates focuses on improving flexibility, strength, and balance for the whole body…without building bulk. Pilates has been embraced by dancers, athletes, celebrities and the general public for its unique approach, accessibility, and comprehensive, but dramatic, results.
Pilates utilizes continuous movement (with minimum repetitions), using the whole body for each exercise. Similar to personal training, Pilates traditionally has an instructor who provides instruction, correction and encouragement, but does not perform the exercises with clients. The mind-body component of Pilates involves client(s) listening to instructions and adapting his/her body in response, requiring a great deal of concentration and coordination.
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| Joseph Pilates teaching in his NY studio |
During his career, Mr. Pilates published books with photos and recorded film of his exercises, but there was no manual or formal teaching program. The instructors with whom he worked directly are known as "Elders." Most Classical instructors can trace their teaching lineage to an Elder and the fewer the hops, the more traditional the teaching style.
Any Body's Pilates is a Classical Pilates studio and our lineage traces 1 hop to Elder Romana Kryzanowska, who studied directly with Mr. Pilates. Search YouTube for videos of Mr. Pilates performing his exercises and stop by to see us if you'd like to learn more.
Any Body's Pilates is a Classical Pilates studio and our lineage traces 1 hop to Elder Romana Kryzanowska, who studied directly with Mr. Pilates. Search YouTube for videos of Mr. Pilates performing his exercises and stop by to see us if you'd like to learn more.
