How is the Santa Monica Pilates program different than other Pilates classes or programs? 

Only our holistic program combines the 100% effective High Performance Customized Nutritional Program (optional) and body-specific cardiovascular assignments with the shaping and toning qualities of one on one Pilates and core training.  This results in a rapid loss of fat and rapid increase in tone in the client, far more effective than taking classes or lessons alone.  Our instructors are some of the most highly trained professionals in Los Angeles. The program focuses on improving how you look in combination with your health, strength and well-being.  My program encompasses all the necessary components to reshape your body. 

The program is designed to reshape your body.  You will gain strength, be healthier, and more fit. Together we will create the body you want.

What’s the difference between the Santa Monica Pilates system and what other instructors / trainers provide? 

Our holistic program provides the 3 factors necessary to lose fat and shape the body: Balanced nutrition, resistance training (using Pilates), and cardiovascular training.

"You will feel better in 10 sessions, look better in 20 sessions, and have a completely different body in 30 sessions."  – Joseph Pilates (creator of the Pilates Method)

We offer private sessions only.  Sessions are one hour.

Certified Pilates Instructor Teri, MPT, ATC, has an extensive background in rehabilitation and fitness. She received her Master of Physical Therapy degree from Mount St. Mary’s College, with emphasis on orthopedics and manual therapy. While at UCLA, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and became a certified Athletic Trainer. Teri is a certified Pilates instructor and personal trainer.  Teri provides private traditional Pilates flatbed and Cadillac training.

Teri offers innovative fitness and cutting-edge physical therapy. She is committed to quality care and offers safe, effective workouts, tailored to her client’s specific needs. Teri teaches private classes to injured and healthy clients.

Teri’s specialties include manual therapy, back/neck pain, functional rehabilitation, Pilates and yoga therapy, ergonomics and client empowerment via education.

Teri’s studio is in West Los Angeles near Westwood.

 

Kim's Santa Monica Pilates Integrated Training

 

 

About Pilates:

The Pilates approach to exercise is not new but if you haven’t tried it yet, it might be a good idea to incorporate this method into your workout routines.  You might ask:  Why do I need another fad exercise?  Well, first of all, it’s not a fad, Pilates have been around for a long time and it’s great for strengthening the abdominal muscles, something most of us need. In fact, Pilates are much better than basic abdominal crunches.

Trainers say that Pilates is best for core training but in order to maximize your efforts, use Pilates in conjunction with an aerobics program of your choice. This will help you retain your lean body mass, increase your metabolism, and add a good cardiovascular element to your exercise regime. It will actually make your workouts doubly effective.

Let’s discuss the specific principles and benefits of Pilates.

Alignment

Proper posture is very important to the practice of Pilates. It also means that you shouldn’t push the joints beyond where the ligaments and connective tissues are strained.

Breath

Full breath is critical during exercises. Joseph Pilates, the founder of the method, believed in coordinating exercises with breath and using breath properly. “Squeeze out the lungs as you would wring a wet towel dry,” he was known for saying. “Even if you follow no other instructions, learn to breathe correctly.” He advocated Pilates breathing done with concentration, control, and precision.

Centering

The focus in Pilates is on the center of the body or “powerhouse” area, between lower ribs and public bone. All energy for Pilates exercises is said to begin from the powerhouse and flow outward to the limbs. Strong powerhouse is very important in Pilates.

Concentration

You have to commit to Pilates because it demands intense focus. The belief is that if you bring full attention to the exercise, you will get the maximum value out of it.

Control

Every exercise is done with muscle control, not one body part is relaxed.

Precision

Practitioners believe that one precise movement is more important than many halfhearted ones. The goal is for the precision to become second nature and carry into regular life.

Flow

Pilates is practiced in a flowing manner. Movements are expected to be kept continuous, full of grace, fluidity and ease. Once precision has been achieved, the exercises are intended to flow within and into each other in order to build strength and stamina.

Flexibility

Pilates is believed to enhance flexibility and help prevent injuries.

 

rates

Santa Monica: Kim 16 WEEK SERIES: $65 per session (48 sessions) three days per week.  8 WEEK SERIES: $75 per session (24 sessions) three days per week.  6 WEEK SERIES: $80 per session (18 sessions) three days per week.   4 WEEK SERIES: $85 per session (12 sessions) three days per week.     Trial session: $75 – can be applied to any series.

West Los Angeles: Teri Pilates Instructor, Physical Therapist First session: $150, which includes complete evaluation (medical history, goals, posture and gait assessment, flexibility and strength testing, and any other special tests required), as well as short workout focusing on Pilates basics. Single sessions: $95/session 12 session series: $90/session ($960) 24 session series: $85/session ($1800)

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