Use your mind to master your body to know your spirit.
Testimonials
Margaret Merta
In February of this year, I joined Andrea’s mat classes in an attempt to repair tissue and joint damage in my shoulder from a fall. Within a few weeks, I was able to regain almost all of the mobility and eventually the strength in my upper arm began to return. Better physical conditioning was my primary goal. But as the weeks past, I began to notice something very different from the hundreds of aerobic and cardio classes I had taken in the past. There was no more pounding and running and flinging arms and legs or shin splints . The movement of Pilates exercise was more precise and controlled, and what has come out of that is an entirely new body shape, new body movement fluidity, new body strength and tightness. Muscles are becoming long and lean. My midsection s p r e a d has virtually disappeared!!! I am able to stretch to lengths that were achievable over 30 years ago. Most importantly there is this wonderful combination of intense muscle control, mental concentration and relaxation, all working together. I walk straighter, I bend easier, all the morning stiffness is gone. All of it!!!! At 50, I feel like 30, and I am committed to feeling fabulous. Andrea Jackson’s amazing teaching style, her beautiful studio space and her positive encouragement to each and every one of the students is the reason I do this everyday. I learn something new about the body in each class and have come to appreciate through Andrea just how amazing the body is. Its like a machine….. I am so happy to be learning to care for it through Pilates. Thank you Andrea. Pilates is the perfect exercise regime. What Pilates means to me. Andrea’s classes are a wonderful experience and while I feel great calm and invigoration after each class, I also recognize I have so much further to go. This is how I would describe Pilates: As calming as a cup of tea, As energizing as the sun, As disciplined as the pine tree in motion with the wind. It never ceases to surprise me how every class is its own unique journey. Andrea is an insightful and inspiring instructor who offers students the opportunity to increase their physical, spiritual and intellectual understanding of the discipline. Thanks so much, Susan Christian “Coming from a background of teaching ‘gym-type fitness classes’, I have witnessed 100’s of instructors over the years lead many different types of exercise groups. Andrea Jackson is one of a few, that I have experienced, who brings complete mind/body/spirit focus to the Practice at hand. She is completely present with her students & educational in a way that is very rare in the world of teacher instruction. Each class is a new experience! Within the first month of taking Pilates classes regularly with Andrea, my body has started to reform and rebalance. An old injury in the neck/shoulder area has begun to realign itself and my head-tilt for the last 14 years is now less angled. Practicing Pilates on a consistent basis can prove to be quite restorative and certainly improves strength & endurance. Andrea has an amazing ability to work in a group setting but leave you feeling like she has provided you with individualized instruction and direction. She is a gift to the world of Pilates and inspires her students in areas of self-awareness; acceptance & love.” In Gratitude, Nanci Farella I am extremely happy that I claimed Pilates in my life with the philosophy that “ Wanda Wallace "A year ago at age 63, my left arm was badly broken and repaired with a plate and many screws. Initial healing left me with VERY limited strength and mobility. Working with Andrea at AJ Pilates over the past year has resulted in regaining about 90% of my former mobility and about 75% of my former strength and we're not done yet!" "At 61 years of age I had constant back pain, had to "roll" out of bed in the mornings, and needed pain medication to just get through the day. Working with Andrea at AJ Pilates, now, at 64 years of age, my core is so strong that I can "hop" out of bed in the morning, and only take ibuprophen when I overdo one of the many activities I could not even try to do 3 years ago. Thank-you Andrea.. Dr Dee Marvin Monica, a second year Pilates participant KIM
When I first started doing Pilates with AJ Pilates 6 years ago it became evident very quickly that this was the form of exercise that would take me into my golden years feeling strong mentally and physically. Like brushing my teeth it has become a part of my daily regime. No other form of exercise has provided me with a balance of strength in my entire body. Every bone and muscle including the mind is given attention. Every class is slightly different without ignoring the importance of core strengthening. For the first time in my life I can honestly say that I am more mindful of the interconnectedness of every part of my body.
P Positive change in my life. Positive connection to my sense of self. Pain reduction.
I Ideal exercise for chronic pain disorder. Intertwining my mind, body & spirit.
L Low impact. Lengthening my muscles instead of building bulk.
A Awakening my dormant muscle cells and brain cells.
T Trustworthy instructor.
E Essential relaxation. Executing movements with efficiency. Enhancement of everyday activities.
S Sculpting my body and strengthening my inner core. Stress reduction.
"Pilates is teaching the mind and body to work together in harmony. One breath at a time we are perfecting this dance of life.""Pilates has taken me on a lifelong journey and given me the strength and courage to reconnect with my soul. The breath and movement in my practice allows to me see life clearly and appreciate my power within."
Amber Colquhoun
The practice of "Pilates" creates an expression of my spirituality both physically and mentally which in turn, enriches my mind.
