Pilates

with Janan Laubscher

Mondays, 18:00–19:00
Open Level

with Yuko Matsuyama

Saturdays, 10:30–11:45
Dancers/ Advanced

Class Description Janan Laubscher

In this class we focus on breath technique, correct alignment & muscle strengthening. We practice a conscious flow of movement at a calm pace, improving our body mind awareness. As we move through foundational Pilates exercises, we notice where we can relax the body into the mat and where we must engage. An all levels Pilates class.

Class Description Yuko Matsuyama

This Pilates-based training is designed for dancers and advanced movers. The training begins with conditioning workouts and warm-up exercises. The use of a slow, full breathing pattern provides easy access to the core abdominal muscles and pelvic floor. We will then practice more dynamic strength exercises based on the classic Pilates Mat-exercises from Joseph Pilates. Throughout the training, we direct our attention to breathing, learning to synchronize the breath with physical movement. This training aims to eliminate muscle strength imbalances, to improve flexibility, core-stabilization, and energy flow.