WHAT IS PILATES?

Pilates is an exercise system developed in Europe and refined in the United States by Joseph Pilates during the course of his lifetime.

The original name of Pilates was Contrology: The Art of Control. The method was created in the 1900's and developed over the course of Joseph Pilates' lifetime. After Joe passed away in 1967 Contrology was renamed Pilates. Joe believed that by moving with control, following a specific order of exercises and using your breath properly you could rid yourself of chronic pain and instabilities. A steady prectice of Pilates improves every functional aspect your life.

Pilates is similar to yoga with a focus on each movement coming from the core or abdominal region. Students of the method build strength and develop control and endurance in the body. The exercise system uses body weight and equipment springs for resistance to engage your entire body during a session. The system utilizes a variety of equipment, such as the Pilates Reformer, Cadillac, Ladder Barrel, High Chair, and Wunda Chair. The pieces of apparatus help clients improve their 4 S's: Strength, Stability, Stretch and Stamina.

At Power Pilates, we provide a Classical Pilates Teacher Trainer program. This renowned foundation program teaches the work as Joseph Pilates intended it to be taught. Joe passed his teachings down through a lineage to the Teacher Trainer Mentors within the Power Pilates organization.

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What Students Are Saying About Our Instructor Training

Here is a sampling of what our thousands of Pilates instructors are saying about the inspiring education system. Join the movement and become a leader in your community.

About the Graduate Program

Pilates has led me on a journey of discovery...the discovery of a new passion, a passion for learning and teaching. Power Pilates has provided me with the teaching tools necessary to be a compassionate and confident instructor. Through Pilates I look forward to helping people achieve a greater sense of well-being in their daily lives. Thanks for everything!

~ Christina A.

About Beginner Mat Teacher Training

The weekend training was amazing! The teacher was phenomenal, and I learned much more than I expected to. You all shared a wealth of knowledge in a wonderfully supportive environment, and I left feeling completely charged up and inspired. My greatest challenge was (and always has been) speaking in front of groups and that experience alone afforded me the greatest growth! So thank you, I hope to come back as often as my schedule allows to take classes at Power Pilates, and continue to grow as a teacher.

~ Chantal K.

About Intermediate Mat Teacher Training

I definitely had a great experience during my training. The instructor was great! She was really positive and took a lot of time to get to know her students and help us along the way. Again, the weekend was invigorating and intense. There is always something more to learn! I love how this training helps us teach! Its all about your student! I feel like I got a lot out of the weekend and can't wait to further my education! Thank you for following up!

~ Laurel E.

About Continuing Education Conferences

Just a quick thanks to you, Power Pilates. My experience was fantastic!! I feel refreshed and excited to get back to my studio and truly TEACH my clients again. Thank you thank you thank you!

- Valerie L.

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