1071 Country Club Road Suite S, El Paso, Texas 79932

We’re a Classically Trained Studio

Classical Pilates is a form of exercise that was developed in the early last century by Joseph H. Pilates (1880 - 1967). He devised this exercise system, which moves the body through a broad range of movements on the mat and on special apparatus to help the body find health and balance. Classical Pilates is a movement system made up of exercises that are performed in a sequenced order and should be executed with a specific rhythm and dynamics. Although only a small number of repetitions are required, the quality of each movement is key.

Since Pilates is a functional form of exercise, it improves posture, and provides stimulation to all the organs in the human body, which makes the body healthier. Additional benefits include enhanced support of the respiratory system, increased circulation, decreased pain, improved flexibility, a general feeling of overall wellbeing, and increased self-esteem.

Pilates tones and uses all the muscles of the body synergistically. One of the most important focuses is on the abdominals, or the Powerhouse, as Joe Pilates called it. The Powerhouse can be defined as a four-inch band in and around the center supported by the inner thighs and seat. Pilates also focuses on the muscles which stabilizes the shoulder girdle. The activation of all these muscles creates more stability in the body, therefore, strengthening the body and increasing mobility.

We Have a 3-Step Approach!

Whether an individual is a beginner or a competitive athlete, we use a three step approach to meet the client's goals. See below the 3 basic steps taken to coach a client to their next level of health and wellbeing.

Step 1: Evaluate

During the first session, Rance and Sonia will evaluate the client's movement patterns and determine misalignments and incorrect movement patterns. Furthermore, they will be able to identify which muscles are weak and tight.

Step 2: Reeducate the Body

Once the body's strengths and weaknesses are identified, they will begin to reeducate movement patterns in the body. Pilates is then used as the vehicle to lengthen the spine and stabilize the pelvis and shoulder girdle.

Step 3: Continue Progression

The program will then progress in order to continue improving the client's functional movement, flexibility, stability, range of motion, and strength. This will also enhance other physical activities done outside the studio.