Frequently Asked Pilates Questions

What is Pilates?		Mat or machine work?
Are there different styles of Pilates?		How often should I do Pilates?
Are some certifications better than others?		Can I learn Pilates from a video?
Will Pilates fix my back?		Do you recommend videos?
Will Pilates help me lose weight?		What do I wear?
Group classes or private lessons?		What do I bring?
Do I have to be a dancer to do Pilates?		What is the different between Pilates, Yoga and GYROKINESIS®

Are some certifications better than others?

Absolutely! Serious Pilates enthusiasts warn that students find well-trained instructors with Certifications that require anatomy, hours of teaching and assisting, hours of personal practice, and hours of problem solving. Avoid teachers with weekend certifications or certifications in only mat or specific machines. 450 hours of training is the minimum of most Classical Schools.

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