Pilates Reformer
Pilates is the safe and highly-effective way to stretch, strengthen and streamline your body without building bulk or stressing your joints. Pilates Reformer training is an excellent form of exercise for all age groups and fitness levels – men and women alike! It is for the avid athlete or the weekend warrior. It is for the person recovering from an injury or simply wanting to strengthen and tone.
Pilates Reformer work has many components. They are:
Breathing - The essential link between mind and body, and provides the foundation to ideal posture, core strengthening, and endurance.
Concentration, Control and Centering – Creates the power of awareness in proper form to develop a strong, stable, and flexible core.
Precision – Understanding proper form, done with complete control, creates efficiency in movement that translates into functional everyday movements.
Balanced Muscle Development – Understanding, developing, and maintaining correct alignment lead to improved posture, increased comfort, and enhanced physical abilities while decreasing the risk of injury.
Rhythm/Flow – Integrating all of the above principles results in the development of the natural rhythms of a controlled, centered body with a keen awareness of correct movement patterns in everyday life.
Whole Body Integration – All muscle groups are used all the time, either for movement or stabilization.
Relaxation – As prerequisite for optimum health, learning the balance between effort and relaxation will release unnecessary tension that contributes to stress and injury.
Contact us at 760-931-3171 to schedule an appointment with one of our certified Pilates Reformer instructors.
PILATES REFORMER INSTRUCTORS
Marianne Seare – Marianne received her Pilates certification through the PhysicalMind Institute. She has been teaching since age 17, and has worked with people ranging in ages 5 – 85. Marianne is a native of Salt Lake City, Utah where she taught dance and health education in the secondary school system. In addition to her Pilates certification, Marianne holds a BFA in Modern Dance, a Minor in Health Education and a Secondary Teaching Certificate from the University of Utah. Marianne has also completed certifications in group exercise with AFAA, BOSU Integrated Balance Training, Les Mills Body Vive, Stroller Strides/Fit4Baby/Body Back prenatal/postnatal fitness. She has worked in the fitness industry since 2001. She loves helping moms find ways to fit exercise into their busy lives.
Colleen Naus – Colleen has a unique background of over 15 years of experience studying and analyzing body movement as a professional dancer and instructor. She received dance scholarships at the Interlochen Arts Academy, Colorado State University, and the Tremaine Dance Center in Los Angeles. She has been blessed with training amongst some of the most prominent dance choreographers and instructors spanning from east to west coast, including Mia Michaels, Joe Tremaine, Keith (Tyce) Diorio and Brian Friedman. Her own choreography has won high recognition throughout Colorado and she has performed with a number of professional dance companies across the country. Since 2002, Colleen has brought her skills in teaching and analyzing body movement to the athletic industry. She is a Certified Personal Trainer as well as a Corrective Exercise Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. She is an Advanced Level II STOTT Pilates Instructor with expertise in Injuries and Special Populations and is on staff with Balanced Body Pilates University as an Instructor Trainer. Colleen’s work spans from pre-natal and post-rehab clients to endurance and professional-level athletes. Previous professional collaborations include body-builders, Junior Olympic figure skaters, competitive gymnasts and fitness models. Strength and balance in motion is Colleen’s training belief; for a healthy body muscles must move in harmony and be kept in sync. With her diverse fitness background, knowledge of movement, intense passion for a healthy mind & body, combined with her love for teaching, Colleen brings unmatched enthusiasm to her clients. Colleen is also an avid runner and cyclist and believes in ‘training for life’!
Susan Grant-Legacki – Susan received her comprehensive pilates certification from Balanced Body University, and specializes in training multisport athletes, injury rehabilitation and prevention. She received her undergraduate degree in communications from New York University and her graduate degree in journalism from the University of Southern California. In 2010, she founded LAVA Magazine, a national triathlon magazine, and she currently serves there as features editor and head writer. Susan resides in Encinitas, Calif., and when she is not teaching or practicing pilates, she can be found training for triathlons, traveling, or spending time with her husband and dog.
