Pilates

Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body. With systematic practice of specific exercises coupled with focused breathing patterns, Pilates has proven itself invaluable not only as a fitness endeavor, but also as an important adjunct to professional sports training and physical rehabilitation of all kinds.

Practiced faithfully, Pilates yields numerous benefits. Increased lung capacity and circulation through deep, healthy breathing is a primary focus. Strength and flexibility, particularly of the abdomen and back muscles, coordination - both muscular and mental, are key components in an effective Pilates program. 

Posture, balance, and core strength are all heartily increased. Bone density and joint health improve, and many experience positive body awareness for the first time. Pilates teaches balance and control of the body, and that capacity spills over into other areas of one's life.

Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique is a practical hands-on study of the principles of coordination, movement, habit, and awareness.

Through light touch and basic anatomical information, this technique helps you to access innate coordination, achieving ease, grace, comfort, strength, and flexibility in your profession, craft, or fitness activity, as well as in the activities of everyday life.

Alexander Technique also works with performance anxiety, injury rehabilitation, and chronic pain.  Teachers of the Alexander work help you notice how and when you are working harder then you need to, realize your habitual movement patterns, and learn to make changes on your own.