Are you looking for the long, lean Hollywood body?
Then International's Pilates and Yoga programs are for you!
Try out a pilates reformer or cadillac class for long lean muscle mass and a strong core!
WHY PILATES?? * Real benefits from the very first session
* Customized to your goals with a personalized assessment and program design
*Extraordinary instructors with years of experience and professional training will keep you motivated and achieving results
*Easy scheduling to fit your busy lifestyle
*Convenient location inside International Sports Clubs. Your club within your club! The South Side Facility has a complete Spa Offering!
Pilates: Common Questions: Specific benefits: Can I really get results immediately? Yes. Most people do sense immediate changes from their very first session. You will likely feel taller, lifted, lighter and more aware of your body. Sessions and classes will leave you feeling energized and "re-booted".
Will this make me lose weight? Pilates alone cannot make you lose weight. You need to add aerobic exercise and changes to your diet in order to lose weight. However, by simply improving your posture, Pilates will make you look and feel slimmer. You will gain tone and strength in your muscles to support your joints and help prevent injuries while you are doing aerobic and weight training exercise. You will also learn good movement mechanics that you can take with you to all forms of exercise and movement.
Will this fix my posture? Pilates address the positioning of your entire skeletal system. The exercises train your core muscles to work more effectively in supporting your body. You will find greater ease in carrying your torso and experience increased mobility in all your joints.
Will this make me stronger? Yes. Pilates will increase your inner, supportive muscles at the same time it is strengthening your larger, extrinsic muscles. The inner muscles are your "core" musculature that stabilize and support your skeletal system while moving. With this inner support, you can safely open the joints and strengthen the larger muscles without compromising your spine and soft tissues. You experience a greater sense of strength from the inside out.
How can "core strength" and "good posture" help my bad knee or achy shoulder? Often, with an injury, we develop compensations and muscular imbalances elsewhere in the body that make it difficult to fully recover our strength and flexibility. Pilates practice will address those imbalances by elongating and strengthening the muscles involved and working the body with proper alignment and balanced firing patterns.
What does my "own body wisdom" mean? You can see the natural body wisdom in children when they sit, stand and walk. They are balanced, relaxed, and flexible in their posture and movement. Over time, adults can lose touch with this great resource. Pilates practice will put you back in touch and retrain what your body already knows. This is why people often comment on how the movements feel right and good to their bodies, even if they're new to it.
I feel uncoordinated. Is this really for me? We teach Pilates in a system of simple, progressive movements, at a pace suited to you. This allows your body to find its own way of connecting the mind and body in movement and experience a sense of coordination and natural flow. The exercises and improved coordination are beneficial to athletes and non-athletes alike.
Why don't I hear about as many people doing Pilates as yoga? Pilates is newer than yoga even though it's been around for decades. Although professional dancers and athletes in basketball, football and golf have known about the benefits, word is still getting out to the general public. Because Pilates practice and an authentic studio requires special equipment and instructors who go through a rigorous training program, few gyms or yoga studios have made the investment and so it has less exposure. Nevertheless, it is so effective that it is recommended by physical therapists and paid for by some insurance companies. Do I really need a Consultation? A Consultation will help you clarify your goals and understand you body's movement patterns. You will be able to ask questions and review any concerns you might have with a Master Instructor. You end up with a customized program of Pilates to retrain your body where it needs it most and more effectively meet your goals. *Contact Lori at 765-714-0521 to schedule your consultation. Consultation is free your first month of membership, after 30 days the fee is $25.
How do I know my instructor is good? Honestly, the best way is to take a session or two; there is no mistaking the feeling of personal, high-quality instruction. We certify and train our instructors in the most respected certification programs in the field. All of our instructors study under certification companies approved by the PMA, Pilates Method Alliance. Therefore, our standards are very high. Our instructors also continue their professional training and broaden their knowledge with workshops, seminars, and physical training such as dance or trapeze.
Is it really worth the money? Yes, because are long-lasting investments in yourself. Core strength and awareness often leads to less pain. You will be retraining your body to move more efficiently, with ease, and gaining the strength and flexibility you need as you get older. The body awareness and good habits you find in the studio will carry over into your daily activities and stay with you long after your session.
How many times a week should I do it? Pilates is different from other exercise in that you can practice every day and benefit greatly. In fact, the more you practice, the more you will notice your progress. This is especially true at the beginning. We recommend taking two to three sessions a week, if possible.
What if I can't afford to come more than once a week? After 10 sessions/classes and with Instructor approval you have access to the studio for open workouts without an instructor. Open workouts are for current clients only and need an instructors authorization, but are free and a wonderful way to excel your results. Duets and group sessions are a great way to save money and be able to practice more frequently. If you like, we will give you exercises and stretches to do at home on a mat that will keep you progressing and maintain continuity between sessions.
What happens in a typical session? Except for the Initial 30 minute Consultation, each session is 55 minutes long. Your instructor will know your customized program and choose exercises that are appropriate for you. You will most likely use several different pieces of apparatus for a balanced workout that integrates core strength with proper alignment and breathing. You might repeat an exercise and experience it at a deeper level, or you might learn new and challenging movements that build on your previous instruction. Your instructor will ask you how you are doing that day and adjust as needed.
What are Duets and Group sessions? Duets are similar to privates, except you are working alongside another student with one instructor. You may bring a friend to work out with or we will help you find a partner. We try to match people of a similar level in duets and group sessions. Group sessions have three to five students working together with one instructor. It's more difficult to individualize the workouts within a group session and so we try match the people carefully.
What should I wear? Gym workout clothes or yoga clothing is most common. Comfortable pants or shorts that are not too baggy and a T-shirt or sports top would be fine. You will be in socks or bare feet, no shoes.
What if I need to cancel? You may change or cancel an appointment when needed. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy in which we ask that you give us at least 24 hours notice of any change or cancellation Monday through Friday. If you need to cancel an appointment on Monday, we need to know before that scheduled time on the Friday before. If you cancel with less notice, we will need to charge you for the session.
Can I get a refund? We cannot give refunds, but you can give your unused sessions in a package to a friend.
How do I get started? Contact our director Lori Fortwendel at 765-714-0521 or email: Lorifortwendel@yahoo.com for scheduling your consultation. Consultation is free for new members, you have 30 days to take advantage of your free pilates consultation, otherwise the fee is $25.
We also have an ongoing free reformer class on Monday nights at 6:30PM. There is a limit of 4 classes per member, and participants are encouraged to make a reservation. If there are no reservations the class will not take place, so please make every effort to call ahead.
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