Pilates at AON

All classes are small groups, and use scientifically based, medically endorsed principles of bone health and spine safety.

Mat
From warm-up to cool-down focusing on posture and alignment, connecting breath and motion, utilizing specific muscles to create the intended movement, improving body awareness, strength, flexibility, and control.  All this and more using a variety of pilates exercises and props (stability ball, foam roller, small ball) for maximum benefit.

Reformer*
Created by Joseph Pilates this is an extremely versatile, very body friendly machine, using springs and pulleys to create resistance patterns, safely challenging all fitness levels.
A reformer workout will enhance strength,  flexibility, alignment, posture, coordination, and body awareness, while working stabilizing muscle groups constantly.

Therapeutic group reformer*
This is a workout for anybody and any body looking for greater ease of motion, better posture, improved strength, balance, flexibility and alignment.  The pace may seem easy and gentle, but the work is progressive and will challenge all levels.  A perfect choice for those recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, and a great follow-up to physical therapy.  Those new to pilates, or exercise in general, will enjoy a wonderful introduction to the reformer and the method.

Advanced group reformer*
A challenging, fast paced class for the experienced reformer student.

Restorative Yoga
Using props to fully support the body invites the “relaxation response” to occur, lowering blood pressure, heart rate, and stress hormone levels. Completely supported relaxation can allow the participant to go into a deeply meditative state.
Our world is a stressful place, come find restful renewal through relaxation.
 

*To maximize proficiency and comfort when using the apparatus individual instruction is recommended prior to joining a class.