Fitness Challenge

What is Pilates?

Pilates (pronounced pill-ah-teez) is a unique method of whole body conditioning. This intelligent form of exercise incorporates a balance of stretch and strength training. At the origin of its conception are the abdominal muscles. Core exercises are designed to bring awareness to the torso and to help re-pattern muscular-skeletal imbalances. With a strong, flexible spine and strong flat abs, your body will perform more efficiently. The movements are progressive and fluid with the aid of breath and mental focus. Pilates is for every age and ability. This technique is not only a great form of fitness but a holistic, mind, body and spirit philosophy.

BENEFITS:
• Long Lean Muscles	• Increased Flexibility	• Balanced Joint Movement
• Improved Posture and Body Awareness	• Better Balance and Co-ordination	• Enhanced Sports Performance

PILATES SCHEDULE 2008

MONDAY
8:15 - 9.15 AM	Reformer	Larina
9:15 - 10.15 AM	Fitness Reformer Plus	Larina*
10:15 - 11.15 AM	Fitness Beginner	Larina*
11:15 - 12.15 AM	Fitness Beginner	Larina
4:30 - 5.30 PM	Contemporary Fitness	Joan*
6:00 - 7.00 PM	Contemporary Fitness	Joan

TUESDAY
5:00 - 6.00 PM	Reformer	Larina
6:00 - 7.00 PM	Fitness Reformer Plus	Larina*
7:00 - 8.00 PM	Reformer	Larina

WEDNESDAY
9:30 - 10.30 AM	Contemporary Beginner	Joan
10:30 - 11.30 AM	Contemporary Beginner	Joan
11:30 - 12.30 AM	Contemporary Beginner	Joan
5:00 - 6.00 PM	Contemporary Beginner	Joan*
6:15 - 7.15 PM	Fitness Contemporary	Joan*

THURSDAY
6:00 - 7.00 PM	Fitness Reformer Plus	Larina*
7:00 - 8.00 PM	Fitness Beginner	Larina*

FRIDAY
8:30 - 9.30 AM	Reformer	Larina
9:30 - 10.30 AM	Fitness Reformer Plus	Larina*
10:30 - 11.30 AM	Reformer	Larina


•	Beginner classes starts when three people are registered This is an 8-week course that has a beginning date and and date. COST $160.00 - 8 sessions.

•	Reformer Plus is now drop-in Classes are sold in sets of 10 with an expiry date of 1 year from the purchase date. COST $150.00 - 10 sessions.

•	Private Sessions - one person Private sessions are booked throught the reception desk. One-on-one with the instructor. COST $49.00 per session.

•	Semi-Private COST $65.00 for 2 People.

	24 hrs cancellation notice is required for pre-booked classes, or class will be charged as attended.

CLASS WITH A * BESIDE IS CURRENTLY RUNNING; OTHER CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE WHEN WE HAVE THREE PEOPLE REGISTERED!

Joan Bio

Joan has been involved in fitness her entire life. She was a competitive swimmer in her teens, an aerobics instructor in her twenties and a personal trainer in her thirties before she found Pilates.

After a serious back injury that threatened to end her joy of horses she began taking Pilates classes with the encouragement of her chiropractor. After strengthening herself from the inside out she began riding again and was so impressed by this form of fitness that she became a certified Pilates instructor.

Joan is trained and certified in STOTT and Balanced Body Pilates. She teaches beginner and intermediate matwork Pilates classes, specialized classes for pregnancy and equestrian as well as beginner and intermediate Reformer classes.

Larina Bio

Larina Goncharova is certified BCRPA and Balanced Body Pilates Instructor, as well as ISSA Personal Trainer. Larina has a Bachelors Degree of Science in Physiology which gives her an intimate knowledge of the human body. She has worked with people of all age groups and enjoys tailoring workouts to her clients' individual needs. Larina enjoys Pilates because the exercises lend themselves to overall balance, both physically and emotionally.