With over twenty-six years of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork experience and ten years as an instructor at the Integrative Therapy School, Ann brings a wealth of insight and knowledge to Ann’s classroom. Ann is a certified GYROKINESIS® Level 1 instructor, GYRONONIC® apprentice, and a certified Pilates mat instructor. Additional study in Hanna Somatics, Neurosomatic Integration, and therapeutic exercise with small equipment is integrated in her classes.

Pilates/Somatic Exercise Program • Equipment

Ongoing Class on Fridays 12:30 -2:00 p.m.

This system, developed by Julio Horvath, works the entire body through seven natural elements of spinal movement: forward, backward, right side, left side, left twist, right twist and circular, as well as all other joint articulation.

This methodology systematically and gently works the joints and muscles through rhythmic and undulating exercises. Movement which stimulates the body’s internal organs and different corresponding breathing patterns are integrated.

Fluidity is the key. Postures are not held for long periods of time. Instead, postures are smoothly and harmoniously connected through the use of breath.

The beginner classes start with self-massage and simple breathing patterns to awaken the body. The next focus is on the spine and pelvis. Seated on low stools, the class mobilizes the spine through a series of arching, curling, bending, twisting and spiraling movements. These same movement patterns are expanded to release the hip, knee, hamstring, quadriceps and so on, in all possible directions: front, back, twisting, turning. The corresponding breathing patterns in every movement stimulate the nervous system, open up the energy pathways and oxygenate the blood.

Mondays - 11 am - 12 pm
Advanced class : 12:15 - 1:15 pm

Beneficial for and adapted to all fitness levels.
Suitable for Seniors, those with fibromyalgia, and many chronic pain conditions.

By focusing on developing strength, flexibility, and coordination while improving postural alignment, these mat-based therapeutic exercise and myofascial release classes are designed to increase functional movement patterns, improve posture, stability, balance, increase lung capacity, and develop core strength. You will learn to work the deep musculature of the body to stabilize and support the spine by combining Pilates mat, Somatic Integration, and small portable equipment such as various therapy balls, stability trainer, and foam rollers.