FAQS
FREQUENTLY ASK QUESTIONS
WHAT
IS PILATES PLUS?
Simply
put, Pilates Plus is a combination of weight training and
Pilates. Pilates Plus utilizes the best of both: the strengthening
and toning benefits of weight training, and the lengthening
and postural enhancing benefits of Pilates in a circuit
training sequence. Pilates Plus keeps the heart rate up
and burns extra calories. The routines incorporate "old
school" exercises such as push ups and lunges, however,
the support of the ProFormer™ eliminates the pressure
on joints and the spine. |
I HAVE
NEVER DONE PILATES, CAN I DO THE CLASSES? OR SHOULD I DO PRIVATE
SESSIONS FIRST?
It
depends on your current fitness level. 99% of our new students
do just fine in the classes. The workout is intense but
the routine is kept simple to make sure everyone is using
good form. However, if you have chronic back pain , painful
joints or a severe medical condition, it is recommended
to take a private session first to assess your fitness level. |
WHAT SHOULD
I BRING TO CLASS?
1.
Most importantly, bring a positive attitude. Leave all your
worries behind. The class is for you.
You need to be present minded when working out to maximize
the benefits of the class.
2. Bring a towel as you will most likely sweat!
3. Although we have a water fountain, students like to bring
their own water.
4. Wear loose, comfortable clothes that allow your muscles
to stretch and your skin to "breathe".
5. Jewelry is NOT a good idea. Your necklace may catch into
the springs system (a nightmare to undo),
and you may forget it or lose it. It creates too many opportunities
for disaster
(we know because we've seen it too many times), but wearing
jewelry is a choice for you to make.
6. No cell phones during classes (please be respectful of
others).
7. No strong perfumes as some students are allergic.
8. If you are about to renew, please bring your payment.
Most of our clientele pay online using our automated system.
Please understand that no classes can be confirmed if you’re
not prepaid. |
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I PRACTICE PILATES
PLUS?
The
workout is designed to work your body to muscle fatigue
at which point you need to rest.
Depending on your fitness level and the intensity of your
workout, you will need more or less time to recover. I would
recommend 2 to 3 times a week to allow your body to properly
recover and repair. Some students love the workout so much
that they come 5 or 6 times a week. Listen to your body. |
WHAT IF I CAN'T COME TO CLASS AND
I HAVE ALREADY BEEN CONFIRMED? WILL I BE CHARGED?
Yes,
even if it's your first time. We absolutely require a 24
hour notice before making any kind of changes to your schedule.
The same rules apply to the $199 unlimited special. During
this special offer, we will charge an additional $25 each
time you cancel or reschedule a class without giving us
the full 24 hour notice. There are no exceptions |
WHEN IS THE
BEST TIME TO TALK TO SOMEONE ABOUT SCHEDULING CLASSES AND
TO LEARN HOW TO USE THE AUTOMATE BOOKING SYSTEM?
Someone
is usually available during class hours. We recommend all
our members to get familiar with our automated booking system.
it is the easiest, fastest, and most accurate way to book
classes. If you forgot your password or need more info,
call us or email us. |
WHAT WOULD YOU RECOMMEND IN ADDITION
OF PILATES PLUS?
A
lot of the students swear by the combination of Yoga, particularly
the Ashtanga style and Pilates Plus, saying it's the perfect
combo. Some recommend spinning. I would say mix it up. Variety
is the spice of life. Your body has an amazing ability to
adapt, so force it to adapt to new workouts and combinations.
There is no best workout system. The best routine is no
routine. There is an infinite amount of ways to train your
body, so go out there and try new stuff! |
 
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