In This Issue
Joseph Pilates Challenge
Inspiration of the Month
Meditation teacher from Bhutan
Kim Haroche recap
Foam Roller Workshop
Store Sale 25%-40% offf
Embody Enthusiast
Pilates School Fall Start
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Joseph Pilates Challenge starts September 16th

Back back popular demand, our next Joseph Pilates Challenge runs from Sept 16-Dec 9th.  If you complete 30 sessions in those 12 weeks, you'll receive $100 in Embody Bucks that can be used for clothing or Pilates.

***New policy this year: $100 Embody Bucks cannot be used towards future Joseph Pilates Challenges but may be used to purchased regular priced Pilates services or clothing. ***

There's still time! Sign-up now!

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Inspiration of the Month: Deb Barnes!


 
Deb Barnes performing Side-Kick Kneeling

My journey to fun and fitness on the Pilates Trail
By Deb Barnes - September 2013

Q - Why I started Pilates?

My husband and I had been oil multinational nomads for about 15 years - travelling and living all over the world in places like the Middle East and Far East Russia, as well as Europe. We took the opportunity to visit many other places, including safaris in Africa, trekking in the Himalayas and white water rafting in Nepal and down the Zambezi.
We had such adventures, saw and did amazing things, then...... suddenly we retired and life changed.  We had visited Canada on a number of occasions and some years earlier had bought a condo in Canmore. It was an obvious choice, because I have an absolute love of hiking and where better to do it than the Rockies!

We headed to Canmore for six months for our Rockies adventure. So we arrived and started to try and figure out how we were going to make it in a new town and new country. I was nearly 62, a fragile back and neck but looking forward to the mountains. Walking down the  high street I saw a Pilates sign. I met Bonny-Lynn, and she was convinced that Pilates would increase my muscle tone, make me nice and supple and teach me how to breath, which would help with walking up mountains to higher elevations, and generally make hiking even more of a pleasure. She was such an open, friendly person, that I felt I would like to try it.
So I signed up for my first session with Bonny-Lynn the next day, and my love affair with Pilates began.
Rinpoche Tsewong Sitar teaching Guided Meditation
 Sunday, Sept 8th 5-7pm. Everyone Welcome

Rinpoche Tsewong Sitar from Bhutan
Our resident meditation and chi kung teacher, Maureen Reeves is delighted to be hosting Rinpoche Tsewong Sitar from Bhutan at our studio this Sunday, September 8th, from 5-7pm.

It is an introductory session and everyone is welcome.  Please bring a cushion and perhaps a layer or blanket as studio temperatures can fluctuate.

Cost is $15 + donation to the teacher. Please bring Cash.

Click here for more information regarding the material being presented. Hope you can join us.

Wonderful Workshop Weekend with 2nd Generation Master Teacher Kim Haroche
We were so fortunate to host 2nd Generation Master Teacher Kim Haroche at our studio Aug 23-25th.  Kim taught private sessions, master class for trainees, community mat class, and presented 2 workshops: the magic of springs and the early of work of Kathy Grant.  We learned SO MUCH during this weekend and you can expect all teachers to incorporate this new knowledge into classes.  Kim was also impressed with the quality of everyone's Pilates practice.  Her one constructive comment, "You all are working too hard!! Stop trying to do Pilates and let Pilates do you!" Here's to finding more depth in our practice this fall. :)
Workshop Weekend with Master teacher Kim Haroche
 
Foam Roller Workshop, Sat. Oct 5th from 2-4pm

Due to popular demand from our Pilates prop classes, this 2 hr workshop will fully explore the wide range of strengthening exercises and self myofascial massage techniques that can be done on the Foam Roller. Take your Pilates Practice to the next level by increasing your body awareness, balance and flexibility. Includes a take home manual so you can keep up your practice at home.

This workshop is open to all levels.
 
Cost: $49

Max 12 students.

Sign up for the Foam Roller workshop

New Fall stock is Arriving. 25%-40% off select summer stock.

We're expecting lots of new merchandise over the next few weeks. Many fall styles have arrived and there is more to come.

To make room for new stock, we have lots of our summer stock marked down 25-40% off retail price.

Visit our boutique today while supplies last.

"Embody Enthusiast"  Pricing Options now available
You love your Pilates and you cannot ever see yourself stop.  Welcome to the family! You are an Embody Enthusiast!

We have had several requests from Embody Enthusiasts for a special pricing option.  These people participate in private or semi-private sessions, equipment classes, and mat classes and come to Pilates 3 or more times a week. They go through a 10 pack quickly and want regular lessons on top of a monthly unlimited pass. In this options, clients  purchase "in bulk" and pay for 6 months or 12 months in advance with freedom from a monthly 30 day expiration.

We have created a 6 month option (combination of 75 lessons & classes) for a discounted rate of 25% off retail price and a 12 month option (combination of 150 lessons & classes) for a discount of 35% off retail price.

If you are interested in Embody Enthusiast pricing or wish to create your own custom package, please contact Bonny-Lynn.

Want to become a Pilates Teacher? Next Session starts October 18th.
     
The first group of trainees are already showing qualities of excellent teachers and they'll be the first to tell you that our program is giving them the tools and skills they'll need to really make a difference in people's lives.

Ever considered being a Pilates Teacher?  Our Fall start begins on Oct 18th.  FInd Out More Here.
We want to express our gratitude for being a part of our dream.  It would not be possible without you.

If you ever have any questions, comments or concerns, please do not hesitate to let us know how we may assist you better.
 
Sincerely,

Bonny-Lynn & Allan Russell
& the entire Embody Pilates Team