schedule

Are you new to Pilates and Movement Analysis? Please call for your free half-hour consultation, see the studio, and find out what your sessions at Natural Bodies Pilates can do for you.

For Natural Core Strength, Join Any Combination Of:

Pilates Reformer and Mat Classes, Basic to Advanced
Elements of Ballet
Yoga for All Abilities
Laban / Bartenieff Movement Analysis

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Autumn 2010

New for the September!

     We are moving Natural Bodies Pilates into Burlington, and will be located at the Chace Mill, 1 Mill Street, room 372 (top floor, back of building)

      Please Email: lucille @naturalbodiespilates.com, or telephone: 863.3369 to reserve your classes.

     See our new Webpage www.BurlingtonDances.com for information about our new classes and teachers, and Save the Date for our Open House, Sunday, September 12, Noon to 2pm.,

September Pilates 2010

(Starts Friday, September 3, subject to change.. please check back, or call the studio) Monday

7:30 am, Reformer 2
8:40 am, Bartenieff and Pilates Mat
5:40 pm, Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analysis
6:45 pm, Mat Cadillac

Tuesday

8:40 am, Reformer 1
10:00 am, Pilates Mat and Yoga Fusion
5:40 pm, Mat

Wednesday

7:30 am, Mat
5:30 pm, Reformer 2 & 3
6:45 pm, Beginning & Level 1 Reformer

Thursday

8:40 am, Reformer 1
10:00 am, Pilates Mat and Yoga Fusion
5:30 pm, Reformer Open Level

Friday

7:30 am, Reformer Open Level

Saturday

8:30 am, Reformer Open Level
9:30 am, Mat

"... My core is stronger and it makes me appreciate you and all your hard work to get us to a certain place. I feel that I never want to give this practice up because I can see and feel the benefits daily. Thank you!! I can't live without Pilates!!!!" — Paulette

To reserve your space in class please phone or email the studio at least 24-hours in advance of your class Phone: 802.863.3369. Email: Lucille@NaturalBodiesPilates.com (If you email us and do not get a response, Please telephone and we will return your message). We check messages regularly and will reply with your confirmation. As a matter of courtesy to other students and instructors, we request a 24-hour cancellation or re-scheduling notice, and charge the regular class fee for late cancellations and classes missed without notice. Thank You!!

We appreciate your attendance! We wish to make every visit pleasant and to help you get the most from your sessions in a safe and comfortable studio. We respect the privacy and very personal nature of the process of change for each student, and ask that our students do the same for each other. If you ever have any question about our programs or your exercises, please feel free to ask. Thank you!

Class Descriptions

Pilates, Bartenieff, and Laban Classes

Bartenieff and Pilates Mat (Gentle Mat): Perfect for beginning students, this class combines the fundamentals of Pilates exercise with the deepening awareness of Bartenieff Fundamentals, along with specialized exercises for balance and flexibility.
(55-minutes)

Mat : These sessions include Basic, Level 1 and Intermediate Pilates Exercise (or Advanced, depending on the level of the class as a whole) with standing balance and movement the Pilates Fit Circle, stretch bands, and hand weights. This class is for beginning students as well as those who have taken Mat classes regularly and are ready to learn and practice more challenging exercises.
(55-minutes)

Reformer 1: A combination of Reformer, Cadillac, and Mat exercises. Please note: An average of 3 private sessions are required prior to joining Reformer classes. These sessions are designed to familiarize new students with the equipment and the Classical Format Pilates sessions.
(55 minutes) Maximum class size: 6

Reformer 2 : Deepen your body-mind connection and enhance your coordination, flexibility, and strength. Special package rate available for private sessions to learn these more challenging exercises that advance your strength, coordination, balance, and lung capacity.
(55 minutes) Maximum class size: 6

Reformer 3: Challenge your endurance, mental focus, balance, and coordination with advanced exercises designed to maximize your strength and flexibility. Special rates available for private sessions to learn these more challenging, and advanced exercises on both mat and Reformer.
(55 minutes) Maximum class size: 6

Reformer Open Level: Classes are varied, and determined by the level of the students in attendance that day.
(55 minutes) Maximum class size: 6

Mat Cadillac Combination: Challenge your strength and coordination with Classical Pilates Mat exercises combined with the springs and roll-down bar on the tower at the head of the Reformer. The benefits include greater control for some exercises, and more challenge in others. A basic familiarity with Level 1 Mat exercises and studio safety guidelines required prior to registering for this class.
(55-minutes) Maximum class size: 6

Movement Analysis: Cultivate inner awareness, easeful mobility, and creativity, and develop advanced awareness of movement function and expression through the lens of Bartenieff Fundamentals and Laban Movement Analysis.
(55-minutes) Maximum class size: 9

Ballet & Bartenieff:: Stimulate your creative spirit, whole body awareness, and sense of artistry with lessons in classical ballet technique combined with Bartenieff Fundamentals. Enjoy the sensation of improving your posture, flexibility, and strength. Lucille Dyer is a Certified Movement Analyst and Bartenieff Fundamentals practitioner, has taught and choreographed for dancers of all ages and abilities, and brings her teaching expertise to every student. For beginning level teens and adults with some ballet experience. Ballet shoes recommended; to buy shoes locally, check our "Resources / Links"
(55-minutes) Maximum class size: 9

Note: This schedule is subject to change without notice; Please check the website before planning your schedule, or call the studio for more information. Any class without prior (24-hr) reservations may be canceled without notice. Drop-ins (with health history on file) are welcome on a space available basis. Signing up for classes insure the class will take place. Any class with less than 3 students may be canceled without notice. Please see more details about studio guidelines and our pricing schedule at the studio.

To get started in your Pilates program: Schedule a free 1/2-hour consultation to see the studio and discover the plan that will best fit your needs. We offer:

Specially designed private sessions
A 3-Session Introductory package to prepare you for Reformer classes
Introductory 5-Step Full Session Package: Takes you step-by-step through all of the Level 1 Pilates exercises
A Renewal package for seasonal and returning students, as well as experienced students moving here from out of the area who have not learned the Classical Format.
A full compliment of Mat, Reformer, Movement Analysis, Ballet & Bartenieff, and Yoga classes that you can take individually to get the full benefits or our unique program.

All classes are designed for generally healthy students with no chronic bone, joint or health issues or current injuries, and private sessions designed to teach practice of safe modifications are highly recommended for students with these concerns.

New Reformer Students: Schedule a free group introduction to the Reformer (see schedule), or get a great price for a private introduction by appointment. After an introduction, new Reformer students take an average of 3 private (specially priced) sessions prior to joining classes. These sessions are designed to familiarize new students with the equipment and the Classical Format Pilates exercises, and to help new students understand the safety and personal responsiblity considerations essential for effective group classes. Please note: not all students are ready for classes after 3 sessions, and may be required to schedule additional private sessions prior to joining a class.

Students with prior Reformer experience: Please schedule a free brief consultation prior to scheduling a class. Due to variations in teaching methods, class content, and equipment, new students may be asked to attend an orientation prior to attending classes. For students ready to advance to more challenging sessions, ask about our Level 2 and 3 packages.

New Mat Students: Please phone ahead with any questions and to reserve your space in classes, and arrive early to complete a brief health history. Please feel free to bring your own mat (and towel if needed), or use a mat provided by the studio.

Please phone or email with 24-hr notice to reserve or cancel your place in class. For guidelines, please read the "Studio Courtesy and Safety" details on the back of our information booklet at the front desk. This schedule is subject to change. We make every effort to provide a full schedule of classes for our regular students and make adjustments as needed due to attendance.

Thank you!