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Pilates at SFH

Intro Reformer: This class is designed for those new to Pilates and/or the Pilates equipment. Participants will learn how to set-up and break-down equipment, personalize reformer settings, focus on breathing, body-awareness and the core principles that constitute the Pilates repertoire. In lieu of this class, a student may opt to take a series of three introductory private lessons.

Reformer I:  Reformer I is a level 1 class consisting of a group of fundamental exercises involving strength, flexion, extension, balance and breath.  Focus is in learning the fundamentals of Pilates (this does not necessarily mean EASY). It’s a great place to start if you are new to Pilates, coming back from an injury, or want to refine your technique. Reformer I classes move a bit slower as the client is continually cued on how to execute the movements in a safe and precise manner. Before advancing to the next level we recommend a minimum of 8 level I classes; however, everyone progresses at different rates. To be sure, check with your level 1 instructor.

Reformer II: This class is faster paced and for the more experienced client.  The student will continue to work on the fundamentals of level I while more advanced movements are integrated and developed.  The use of props and the jumping board are used at this level. Focus is on developing deeper core strength and practicing more advanced exercises & technique. This is an ideal class for students who want a good maintenance/cross training program with some good challenges along the way. We recommend 2-3 classes per week. 

Reformer III: For the serious Pilates students or Athletes who need a challenge, this class will build on the first two levels challenging the experienced Pilates student with an advanced and precise set of exercises emphasizing flow, focus, control, strength, stamina and breath. We will focus on quicker transitions through advanced to very advanced movement patterns that require a high level of core strength. A minimum of one year of Pilates training and level 2 instructor approval is required for Reformer III classes. 

Jane Alsofrom

Jane Alsofrom

Jane has been involved with health and fitness most of her life. She is a Stott and Balanced Body method trained Pilates instructor, her Spinning training was through Johnny-G, and most recently Jane completed the University of Vermont Yoga Teacher Training. Jane holds an AS in Radiation Therapy from UVM, a BA in Business and...
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Monet Cruz

Monet Cruz

Monet Cruz is a Polestar Pilates Practitioner. She is passionate about teaching the Pilates method and helping her clients strengthen their mind-body connection to attain optimal postural alignment and a balanced body. After graduating from Skidmore College, Monet worked in Manhattan for 9 years before returning home to the Burlington Area in 2013. Practicing yoga...
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Meg Kopald

Meg Kopald

Meg Kopald first began doing Pilates about 15 years ago when back and neck injuries began to interrupt her daily life.   She enjoyed it right away and her injuries soon improved, along with her shape, energy and stamina. After 4 consistent years of practice, she began the training process. She completed an intensive training with...
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Laurie Kotorman

Laurie Kotorman

A lifelong fitness enthusiast, Laurie started taking Pilates classes in 2000 as a way to prevent injury while marathon training. She quickly discovered Pilates’ many other benefits including musculature balance, as well as increased mind-body awareness, core strength and stress relief. In 2007, her passion for Pilates inspired her to begin training as an instructor...
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Kaarin Shipitko

Kaarin Shipitko

Kaarin Shipitko came to Pilates through her career as a professional ballet dancer. After a serious injury, she started taking classes and fell in love with all Pilates had to offer. After dancing in the U.S. and Russia she decided that she wanted to be able to share the benefits she found in Pilates with...
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Elizabeth (Lissy) Wolf

Elizabeth (Lissy) Wolf

Elizabeth (Lissy) Wolf is a Polestar-educated and certified Pilates instructor and a top trainer in the new DaVinci BodyBoard fitness system. She has particular interest in applying high-end, specialized fitness programs for the purpose of sports injury rehabilitation, as well as overall conditioning for the physically challenged and older age groups. Lissy began her career...
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Lynn Wright

Discovering Pilates was the beginning of a new chapter in Lynn’s life. Upon reaching an awareness of how the human body moves and how to best maintain it, she began instructor training with Balanced Body University in 2006, completing mat and reformer requirements. She has attended additional workshops to further her training with Ellie Herman,...
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