Pilates at Bodylogic
What should I expect at my introductory private PILATES session?
What are the benefits of PILATES?
What makes PILATES at Bodylogic different from other studios?
Does participating in a PILATES based exercise program really get results?
Who are the Bodylogic movement practitioners?
What different formats are offered for PILATES at Bodylogic?
Schedule your Introductory PILATES session
What is PILATES? - • PILATES is a training system that uses specially designed spring resistance-based equipment or specialized mat exercises to develop core and full body strength.
- • The initial emphasis is on building a strong, supported, yet supple spine.
- • Gradually the entire body is challenged to connect into this strength, and the whole body becomes more integrated and stronger as a result.
- • You can also learn more about PILATES at Wikipedia.
What should I expect at my $55 / 55 minute introductory private PILATES session?
- • We will discuss your body history and goals with PILATES based exercise.
- • Your instructor will assess your posture/body patterns while you are in static standing and dynamic motion.
- • We will teach you a prescriptive sequence of exercises designed to address the unique needs of your body.
- • We will chart a path for your on-going, results oriented exercise program.
- • Expect a full PILATES workout at this session.
- • To schedule your $55 / 55 minute Introductory PILATES session call Bodylogic at 610-316-5742 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
What are the core benefits of PILATES?
- • Full body workout
- • Stronger, more stable core
- • Powerful, well defined body
- • Optimized athletic performance
- • Injury rehabilitation and prevention
- • Body sculpting and weight loss
- • Improved posture
What Makes PILATES at Bodylogic Different from Other Studios?
Recognized by Philadelphia Magazine, Best Personalized PILATES for 2008, at Bodylogic:
“You'll get 55 minutes of undivided attention in a program specifically tailored to address the aches, pains, and weaknesses that can be fixed and alleviate the ones that can't. “
- • We provide a wide variety of programs at affordable prices with certified and experienced instructors.
- • We design personal programs for every client in order to ensure that you achieve the optimal physical conditioning.
- • The flexibility of the equipment and the universality of the movement make our systems of training comfortable for all body types, skill levels, and physical challenges.
- • “After years of sitting over a desk, my posture is finally changing, my back is straighter and I am upright again.” 65 year old male
- • “By focusing on rebuilding my core strength, I have happily returned to my pre-pregnancy form in 12 weeks.” 35 year old mother of three
- • "I feel very fortunate to have found such capable practitioners at Bodylogic who ably address my needs so professionally and effectively" 55 year old male
Who are the Bodylogic movement practitioners?
Aimee Baker, the owner of Bodylogic, earned her BFA degree in Dance at the University of Colorado and her teaching certificate from the internationally renowned PILATES Center of Boulder in 2002. She is a Master PILATES Teacher. She is also a certified GYROTONIC® Exercise instructor who has trained with many GYROTONIC® Exercise Master Trainers including Hilary Cartwright, Angela Crowley, and Sebastian Plettenberg. She has completed Body Language, a 200 hr study with Thomas Myers, the author of Anatomy Trains. Aimee is a steady, gentle, and nurturing teacher. She utilizes lightness and sense of humor to help every client achieve gradual and lasting physical changes.
Christina Fanizzi, has been teaching PILATES for over 10 years. Throughout her journey as a teacher she is continually amazed and inspired by the work that PILATES can accomplish for everyone. She began her training with Fran Lehen in NYC and is certified through The Kane School of Core Integration and the PMA. She continues her exploration through participating in the Masters Program at The PILATES Center in Boulder, Colorado. In addition, she has had the good fortune of teaching PILATES in London, England and Orvieto, Italy. She believes in the true intention of Joe's vision and the powerful results that follow when practiced weekly. While encouraging overall health and well being through the original philosophy of Joe PILATES and his exercises, she tailors every PILATES workout to her clients needs depending on their experience and current condition. To learn more about Christina's teaching philosophy, please go to her website, www.pilatesalchemy.com.
Nicole Malandra, received her BA in English Literature from Shippensburg University in 1997 and her PILATES teaching certificate from Body Precision in Rosemont, PA in 2000. She specializes in rehabilitative PILATES instruction. Combining traditional PILATES exercises, yoga, manual manipulation, and knowledge of anatomy and physiology, Nicole evaluates each individual for muscular discrepancies and kinetic blocks. She helps clients develop muscular stability, reactivate muscles, and decompress joints. Her lessons are designed to guide each client into more balanced and efficient muscular activation. Her programs aid clients in recovering from pelvic surgery, hyper-mobility, and pre- and post-natal issues.
Naomi Pressman, Originally from New York City, Naomi earned her MFA degree in Dance at the University of Colorado and her teaching certification from from the internationally renowned PILATES Center of Boulder. She is a student of Anusara and Astanga Yoga and the Alexander Technique. She believes that PILATES develops intense core strength, uniform musculature, and heightened mind-body awareness. Naomi thinks PILATES is unlike any other physical practice in its potential to deeply change the body, mind, and spirit.
Kristen Rubin, has been in the fitness industry for 12 years. She is a certified AFAA Personal Trainer and a PMA Certified PILATES teacher. She studied Tae Kwon Do for 3 years and taught Cardio Karate at Main Line Martial Arts, training students for the cardio portion of their Black Belt tests. She is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor and a graduate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in Manhattan. Kristen is currently working on a Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, and has completed Body Language, a 200 hour study with Thomas Myers, the author of Anatomy Trains. She blends PILATES with functional strength training to enhance the body's ability to create and strengthen proper patterning. With an exercise regimen emphasizing proper alignment and adequate nutrition, Kristen believes it is never too late to become healthy and active.
What different formats are offered for PILATES at Bodylogic?
Private Sessions: $75 /session if purchasing a package of 5 or more, $80 /session if you pay as you go
- • PILATES exercise was developed as a personal training method.
- • One on one sessions are where the real work on your body and its patterns occur.
- • This is in depth prescriptive movement training designed to tackle and unravel your specific bodily challenges and issues.
- • Through private training you will see profound changes in your body’s development in the shortest span of time due to the one teacher, one student ratio allowing for detailed and individual progression.
- • This is where you gain the movement acuity and skill required for group sessions
- • To schedule your $55 / 55 minute Introductory PILATES session call Bodylogic at 610-316-5742 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Semi-Private/Duet Session: $45 /session if purchasing a for package of 5 or more, $50 /session if you pay as you go
- • The semi-private/duet venue is the next best thing to a private.
- • There is now a two student to one teacher ratio, so the work will still be specific to your body’s need, but the emphasis is more on the issues your body shares with your partner’s in the interest of keeping you both moving forward with your goals.
- • The concentration is on functional and prescriptive movements that will enhance both students’ practice.
Group Classes:
- • Group classes were originally designed for maintenance and a venue to practice and hone the skills you have developed in your private or semi-private sessions.
- • The student to teacher ratio now becomes anywhere between four to twelve students to one teacher.
- • In a class setting you will be moving more quickly through a predetermined set of exercises and asked to use the skills you have accrued to explore your body’s capabilities.
- • Group sessions are a good way to challenge your acquired skill set and develop rhythm and fluidity in your practice.
- • Bodylogic schedule of group classes, class descriptions and class locations.
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