My specialism is using the Authentic Pilates Method – using the system that Joseph Pilates devised.
The system is a proven, scientific method which has no gimmicks it just requires patience, persistence and consistency.
- The Authentic Pilates Method is scientifically proven to work.
- True authentic Pilates takes years of training and practice, and it is not something that can be learnt in a weekend for either teachers or clients.
A basic rule of an authentic teacher is at least 600 apprentice hours spent with a teacher of the Authentic Pilates Method on top of assessments and testing knowledge. This includes observation and practice in your own body along with teaching and delivering each exercise from Joseph’s method; correctly, and as he intended his system to be used. Your previous background makes no difference, even a brain surgeon would have to follow the minimum hours and learning. This involves comprehensive Pilates training and comprises the whole method. The Authentic Pilates Method includes mat and all authentic studio equipment. Pilates is a whole system, not segments, and you need to know and use the system correctly which includes the authentic equipment to deliver authentic Pilates.
Those that practice Joseph’s Authentic Pilates Method will be familiar with names and order of exercises using both mat and equipment.
Jacob’s Pillow
I was lucky to attend Pilates at the Pillow in September 2018 which is a series of true to the source workshops at Jacobs Pillow at Joseph Pilates original summer studio in Massachusetts. Here there is all the original documentation of video, audio, pictures and written instructions on each exercise within his method. You can’t get closer to the source of a method that has worked for over a hundred years than his personal documents of his method. It is a wonderful experience doing Pilates in his actual studio where many of Joseph’s personal belongings and Pilates equipment still is. I will be returning to his studio in Massachusetts in April and September 2019 to enrich the depth of my Pilates knowledge and look forward to sharing with my present and future clients. We, as Pilates teachers, spend a lot of time and money learning the true method to help others and are doing our best to preserve it for hundreds of years to come. The anatomy and physiology of the human body has not changed since he developed his method so why would we change his method that is scientifically proven to work.
Apparatus and Equipment
At the studio we have classical Pilates apparatus where your body can feel and understand the work. Mat work is also delivered in the studio on classical mats which assist you in executing the moves more accurately and as intended.
Not sure about Pilates?
If you want an effective beginner mat sequence to try at home then find the time today to enjoy the following.
• Hundred 100
• Roll up 3
• Single/One leg circle (both ways) 5
• Rolling back/Roll like a ball 6
• Single/One leg stretch 5
• Double leg stretch 6
• Spine stretch forward 3
• Seal 6
Book in and enjoy some of the authentic equipment such as
• Universal reformer
• Cadillac
• Wunda chair
• Ladder Barrel
• Electric/ high chair
• Toe corrector
This is just some of the professional equipment on offer at the Pilates Room.
Choosing your teacher
If looking for Pilates in your area, or if it’s a referral from a medical practitioner, please research your teacher or class properly. Unfortunately Pilates is not trademarked so anybody can advertise Pilates. Pilates is scientifically proven to work with regards to the original Authentic Pilates Method; not all other types have been. If you are injured, out of alignment or your muscles out of balance you must research the Pilates class or teacher you are looking for. Authentic classical Pilates is true to the source and that’s why it works. This does not mean other classes do not feel nice or provide well taught exercises it just is not Joseph Pilates method.
