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Winter 2010 / issue #13

THE END OF WINTER APPROACHES...

Daylight Savings 2010Don't forget that Daylight Savings begins on March 14 at 2:00AM! It's the start of longer days and shorter nights, bathing suit and beach season!

All of us at Purely Pilates want to thank you for continuing to choose us to help you stay healthy and fit. As we leave the cold winter weather behind and spring ahead to sunnier weather, take advantage of our newest group classes or private / semi-private Pilates sessions as cross-training for your other outdoor activities -- Schedule a session (or two) today!

You may have noticed we've changed the Springs & Pulley class listings online to "Tower / S&P Classes". It's still the same class, just a new name.

See you in the studio soon! ~ Allison

PURELY PILATES INSTRUCTORS "POWER UP" IN LAS VEGAS

Many of us who teach at Purely Pilates just came back from the Power Pilates "Power UP" Conference in Las Vegas. So, what did we do besides spend a little time in "Sin City" over the Valentine's Day / Presidents' Day weekend?

ALLISON
I've attended a Power Pilates teacher trainer enhancement every year since we became the Bay Area Affiliate Center for Power Pilates. It's how I keep my credentials up as a teacher trainer. I know that my clients are always afraid of me when I come back jazzed after this three day mix of business, health science and of course the Pilates Method. This year was especially interesting because Power Pilates is now part of a bigger company, called Apogee which also owns a Rugby team. We were in Las Vegas so that it coincided with a big Rugby tournament. Guess what? Rugby players do Pilates too! Anyway, it was an exciting, energy filled week.

EMILY
There were so many great classes and presenters, I wish I could have attended every one. The highlights for me were Muscle Activation Techniques ( for recovery from Injuries), Anatomy of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine, and of course The Jumpboard with Bob Liekens. I'm not a big fan of Las Vegas,  but I really liked the Hard Rock Hotel. It has an awesome spa.

JENN
I had a great time in "Vegas, baby"! I met up with old friends (Karen and Samantha), networked with other classical instructors and learned some great new variations of exercises to add specifically into my Intermediate Reformer classes (Jumpboard, anyone?) and private sessions. I always feel energized after going to a conference and look forward to sharing my new knowledge with my clients.

KATHY
I grew up in Vegas, so it was great to attend my first Power Pilates conference and meet up with family and friends too!  I attended Introductory Tower Workshop, Wunda Chair Workshop, and Ladder Barrel workshop.  I'm excited to share some of this new knowledge with clients!

NEW CLASSES AND INSTRUCTORS
To allow our clients more flexibility with their schedules, we keep adding new classes for you to choose from each month. Feel free to ask us if you would like a class at a time that isn't currently offered and we'll see what we can do for you! There is also a sign-up sheet at the front desk for suggestions.

DAY
TIME

NEW CLASSES

     
Wed 6:30 a.m. Basic / Int Reformer Class w/ Kathy*
  5:30 p.m. Basic / Int Reformer Class w/ Jenn*
  6:30 p.m. Int Mat Class w/ Robin
     
Thurs 10:30 a.m. Basic Mat Class (Japanese) w/ Fumiko
  12:30 p.m. Int Reformer Class w/ Robin
     
Fri 9:30 a.m. Int / Adv Reformer Class w/ Robin
     
Sat 8:00 a.m. Basic Tower / S&P Class w/Kathy**
  10:00 a.m. Basic Reformer Class w/ Traci
  11:00 a.m. Int. Equipment Class w/ Kathleen
     
Sun 2:30 p.m. Basic Mat Class (Japanese) w/ Fumiko
 
*Pre-requisite:  5 basic reformer classes or 5 privates
**Tower / S&P Class formerly named Springs & Pulley Class

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*SPECIAL* FREE PILATES MAT / MINDFUL LIVING WORKSHOP

Mindful LivingSpend the afternoon with Allison Gonzalez and Tanya T. Wiser, LCSW exercising your body and your mind with a FREE Introductory Pilates Mat Class and a FREE introductory Mindful Living Workshop at Purely Pilates Studio in San Carlos.

Allison Gonzalez is a Certified Pilates Instructor and the Owner of Purely Pilates Studio in San Carlos and Tanya T. Wiser, LCSW is a psychotherapist specializing in the integration of mindfulness practices & psychotherapy practices.

 

Cultivating a more mindful way of being is associated with less emotional stress, more positive states of mind, and better quality of life.

Sat, March 13 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Sun, April 11 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Check out this great workshop to see how it can help change your life!

In this issue:

Power Pilates Conference Update
New Classes and Instructors
FREE Intro Pilates Mat / Mindful Living Workshop
Continuing Ed & Workshops
Massage Therapy
New Apprentices
Gift Certificates Available
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MEET OUR NEW APPRENTICES!

Apprentice Class of 2010
Elaine Tan
Jen Salzer Delaney
Priya Kasturi
Shannon Bynum

Purely Pilates, the exclusive Power Pilates affiliate in the Bay Area, started teaching the next group of Apprentices in January who are on their way to becoming fully trained Pilates Instructors.

Basic Mat Certification is a pre-requisite for the Comprehensive training. Feel free to call or email us if you have questions about the next Comprehensive Teacher Training.

You may see some of our new Apprentices in the studio in the next few weeks and months. They will be observing (with permission) instructors teaching group classes and private sessions as they prepare to begin teaching.

They will begin teaching "Friends and Family" and then, they will be available to teach "healthy" clients at the initial rate of $40 / session or $175/ Package of 5 Apprentice sessions.

Please say "hi" and welcome them into the Purely Pilates family!

Treat Friends and Loved-ones to Purely Pilates Gift Certificates

image of gift certificateWe also have great package deals available for new clients!

This is a great time to give a gift certificate and share the gift of good health with a friend or family member who has never visited the studio or allow someone who already LOVES taking classes to take additional classes or private sessions to add to their workout routine!

New Client Group Class Package ~ $75
For only $75, you will receive three Basic Group Classes - a Basic Mat Class, a Basic Reformer Class, and a Basic Springs & Pulleys class. There are many Basic class times available on our schedule. A $95 value!

New Client Introductory Package ~ $125
A great deal at $125 - in addition to the three Group Classes - a Basic Mat Class, a Basic Reformer Class, a Basic Springs & Pulleys class, you will receive a private session with a Certified Pilates Instructor of your choice. Valued at $175!

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CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKSHOPS

Mark your calendars now -- Allison will be teaching several workshops at the upcoming Body, Mind, Spirit Conference. The conference will be held from April 13-18 at the Santa Clara Convention Center. Check out the classes offered and deepen your Pilates practice.

We'll be celebrating with PMA - Pilates Around the World - Pilates Day is Saturday, May 1st.

We'll also be offering another Foam Roller Workshop in 2010 -- Dates TBD.

These classes and workshops are not just for instructors -- we also welcome clients who wish to deepen their knowledge of Pilates.

MASSAGE THERAPY AVAILABLE

Massage TableDid you know that we offer massage at Purely Pilates? Vince Baza offers therapeutic massages & table shiatsu at $90 per session (approximately 70 minutes) many days at different times. His schedule is listed on our Web scheduler page.

Give Vince a call or email for questions or to schedule appointments.
Contact info: 650.678.2925 or Email: vcbaza@sbcglobal.net

Whether Vince Baza's massage is light, medium or deep work, it's creative, relaxing & thorough.

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