Pilates

Pilates is a system of body and mind exercise developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1930′s. It consists of a series of isometric exercises done on a mat or on various equipment originally designed by Pilates himself. Done correctly this exercise style stretches and strengthens the deep abdominal and back muscles, improves posture, creates an overall streamlined shape as well as flexibility and balance. Pilates creates a greater body awareness and also aids in stress relief.

Core philosophy of this low impact but muscle-control oriented fitness system is to train the usually underused and sleeping intrinsic muscles. Control of the deep muscles is not only vital for injury prevention, but also for the ability to utilize the whole body as one. Pilates focuses on training the body and the mind to work together toward the goal of overall fitness, endurance and balance.

Pilates Mat Work

This type of Pilates is practiced on a padded mat. There is a basic exercise routine consisting of resistance movements that emphasize specific breathing patterns, core stabilization and concentration. Pilates is the ideal method for anyone to re-balance, re-shape and re-align. As a teacher, I first tend to focus on understanding particular needs of my student’s body structure.

I then work with him/her to enhance the strong points and improve the weak. I instruct each exercise to strengthen and stretch all muscles involved, open the joints, release the tension, and help my student to gradually attain the next level of body conditioning and awareness.

Pilates can be a great addition to your fitness program and we are happy to now offer both private and group pilates classes.

Here are just some of the benefits:

• improved muscle tone
• increased flexibility
• improved posture and alignment
• decreased risk of injury
• and so much more!

One-on-one Sessions
Single session ————— $75
3 session package ———– $195
6 session package ———– $360

Partner + Group Sessions

Click here to request more information or call 1-888-872-7961.

Sulay Ozturk is a Certified Pilates Mat instructor. She is currently teaching private, semi private and group classes at the privacy of her student’s house (metro access is preferable) or at a mutually convenient location (i.e gym in student’s apartment or office building…etc) in the Washington D.C and Chevy Chase, MD area.

She aspires to lead her students to greater body awareness and overall sense of well being. The main goal of her Pilates classes is to improve strength, flexibility, core control, coordination, balance and posture. She designs her sessions focusing on the specific needs of her student(s). Besides the basic mat sequence she also uses the Pilates props such as magic circles, balls and foams rollers to build strength without bulk. One-hour session combines Pilates exercises as well as stretching and relaxation techniques.

Enjoy a one-on-one session, or to have even more fun have your friends for a group class specifically designed for you.