PEMW 111 Pilates I
This class offers knowledge and skills to keep fit for life. It teaches safe performance of movement and exercise in a progressive approach and offers an opportunity to improve and/or maintain a high level of fitness through the application of conditioning principles. This class offers a basic understanding of the concepts of alignment, centering, breathing, stabilization, mobilization, and balance. Non-impact, whole body conditioning mat exercises based on the work of fitness pioneer Joseph Pilates are designed to develop body awareness, improve posture, enhance muscle recruitment and further the art of muscle relaxation. The mat work increases core strength & stabilization, builds muscle tone & a long, lean physique, and improves coordination, balance & flexibility. It can be modified to various fitness levels; each student will work at her/his appropriate level.