What Is Pilates?

Pilates is a method of exercise developed by German-born Joseph Pilates in the 1920's. In 1926, Joseph and Clara Pilates introduced their exercise system to New York City. The Pilates method is a physical movement program designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body.

Pilates exercises focus on postural symmetry, breath control, abdominal strength, spine, pelvis and shoulder stabilization, muscular flexibility, joint mobility and strengthening through the complete range of motion of all joints. Instead of isolating muscle groups, the whole body is trained, integrating the upper and lower extremities with the trunk.

Practiced faithfully, Pilates yields numerous benefits:

 Increased lung capacity and circulation through deep, healthy breathing

 Strength and flexibility, particularly of the abdomen, hips, and back muscles

Coordination, both muscular and mental

Posture, balance, and core strength are heartily increased

Bone density and joint health improve

Positive body awareness

Pilates teaches balance and control of the body, and that capacity spills over into other areas of one's life.

NEW HAVEN PILATES is a Group Fitness studio dedicated to body movement.

Using the classical Pilates method along with utilizing modern corrective core exercises, clients build inner core strength, confidence and overall strength.

The studio offers group Reformer Apparatus Classes which include MAT, Tower, Chair and other small equipment. 

All new clients/members must email the studio for permission to join any of the classes!

PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY CLASSES UNTIL YOUR REQUEST FOR PERMISSION WAS GRANTED FROM THE STUDIO!

Please email the studio if you have any questions. 

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