MAT Pilates

Getting back to the basics, Mat Pilates is a practice of coordination, strength, balance, posture, and breathwork using all of your own body weight. Strengthen and lengthen your muscles with variations of your favorite classic movements. Perfect for beginners or the experienced athlete to tune back into their body and control.

Duration60minutes

Intensity medium

About Mat Pilates Class

The Mat Pilates class offered by Trilogy is a rejuvenating and holistic practice that focuses on refining coordination, enhancing strength, improving balance, correcting posture, and cultivating mindful breathwork, all using only your body weight. Whether you’re new to Pilates or an experienced athlete, this class provides an opportunity to reconnect with your body, regain control, and enjoy the myriad benefits of this time-tested exercise method.

Here's a detailed overview of what you can expect from the Mat Pilates class:

Back to Basics Approach: The class emphasizes a return to the foundational principles of Pilates, focusing on fundamental movements and techniques that form the core of the practice. Participants engage in a series of exercises designed to promote awareness of alignment, control, and precision, laying a solid groundwork for further exploration and progress.
Coordination and Control: Pilates is renowned for its emphasis on precision and control, and the Mat Pilates class is no exception. Participants learn to coordinate movements with breath, ensuring smooth and fluid transitions between exercises while maintaining proper form and alignment throughout.
Strength and Stability: Using only your body weight as resistance, Mat Pilates offers a challenging yet low-impact way to build strength and stability throughout the entire body. Participants engage in a variety of exercises that target the core muscles, as well as the arms, legs, glutes, and back, resulting in improved muscle tone, endurance, and overall functional strength.
Lengthening and Flexibility: In addition to strength, Pilates emphasizes the importance of flexibility and elongation of muscles. Participants work on lengthening the muscles through controlled movements and dynamic stretching, promoting improved range of motion, suppleness, and resilience.
Posture Correction: Poor posture is a common issue for many people, leading to discomfort, pain, and decreased mobility. Mat Pilates focuses on correcting postural imbalances by strengthening the muscles that support proper alignment, such as the core, back, and shoulders. Through consistent practice, participants develop better posture, both on and off the mat.
Breathwork and Mindfulness: Breath awareness is a cornerstone of the Pilates method, and the Mat Pilates class incorporates mindful breathing techniques to enhance the mind-body connection. Participants learn to synchronize breath with movement, fostering a sense of presence, relaxation, and inner focus throughout the practice.
Variations and Modifications: While the class is suitable for participants of all levels, instructors provide variations and modifications to accommodate individual needs and abilities. Whether you’re a beginner looking to establish a strong foundation or an experienced practitioner seeking a deeper challenge, the class offers options to tailor the practice to your specific goals and preferences.
Holistic Wellness Benefits: Beyond the physical benefits, Mat Pilates offers a range of holistic wellness benefits, including stress reduction, improved concentration, increased energy levels, and a sense of overall well-being. By tuning into the body and mind, participants can experience a profound sense of balance and harmony that extends far beyond the mat.

Overall, the Mat Pilates class at Trilogy offers a nurturing and empowering environment for participants to explore the transformative potential of Pilates. Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve flexibility, correct posture, or simply reconnect with your body, this class provides the tools, guidance, and support needed to help you achieve your wellness goals.

Duration60minutes

Intensity medium