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03May, 2012

The Power of the 100’s

Ever wonder why most of the pictures of Joseph Pilates we see today are of him in his Janzen’s (speedo like) outfit, outside in all temperatures? It is because he was a very circulated person! He expressed the importance of …

02Jan, 2012

Happy New Year! A look back at 2011

It has been a very exciting year here at Pilates Technique Certification! Our training program remains the industry standard, with many mimicking programs popping up trying to emulate ours. Congratulations to the 25 graduating students this year. Studios, Gyms, PT …

06Dec, 2011

Pictures of Joe – Our day with IC Rapoport

IC Rapoport, the photographer that took 29 pictures of Joseph Pilates in 1961, came to the studio to show us his amazing photos. Here is an article Written by Margie Allman who interviewed Chuck about his experience with Joseph Pilates: …

02Nov, 2011

2 Pilates Events: November 13th, 2011

First, start your day with the Reformer Variations Workshop then meet I.C. Rapoport This Workshop covers variations for all Levels on the Reformer, from Beginning to Advanced. It’s a great workshop for Teachers who work in studios with Limited equipment as well as Reformer …

26Sep, 2011

Joseph Pilates vs. Influenza

As we are now heading into the fall and the beginning of the Flu season, I am reminded of the great story of Joseph Pilates vs. Influenza. The story sticks in my mind, as I see Flu Shot advertisements everywhere! …

20Jun, 2011

Now Accepting Registration for the Sept. 17th Program

Pilates Technique Certification is now accepting applications for the Sept. 17th program. If you are interested, please contact us at info@josephpilates.com. These classes fill up quickly. If you are interested, we recommend that you sign up as soon as possible to …

02Jun, 2011

Pilates For Kids

Recently, my 5 year old son’s Kindergarten teacher asked if I could create some movement for the their morning routine; a few exercises that the kindergartners could do before they begin their day of learning. I was very excited to …

25Apr, 2011

Mary Bowen, Pilates Mentor- Defends the Pilates Method

Several years ago, there was an article in the LA Times called ““MIND-BODY BENEFITS YOGA AND PILATES FULFILL DIFFERENT WELLNESS GOALS” (March 10, 2005 Los Angeles Times by Jeannine Stein – Please click here to read this article). In this article, the …

30Mar, 2011

The Busy Months of Lectures

Here at Pilates Technique Certification, we are finally able to take a moment and reflect on the busy months of Lectures that we have had. In February, the PTC5 group had their Level 4 Lecture, which is always a lot …

19Jan, 2011

A New Year, A New You: The Pilates Way

Here we are in the New Year. This is the time when people have made their resolutions to get in shape or lose weight. At Pilates Technique, we see fitness and health as a life long endeavor. Think of fitness …