Joseph Pilates called his system The Art of Contrology, Return to Life. This is what we now call "Pilates". He was asthmatic and an athlete who developed his system in the beginning of the 1900’s and opened his first studio in NYC in 1923.

Pilates is based on 6 different principles: breath, concentration, stabilization, control, flow or efficiency of movement and full range of movement.

The Pilates method emphasizes breath, musculoskeletal balance and spinal alignment to bring dynamic and coordinative strength, balance and health to your body. A well functioning mind and body starts from the inside out, which creates a stronger, leaner, more energetic you.