Valance 
Pilates Logo by Temple Parker

Valance Pilates,
 Fitness, and Dance Studio
128 Main Street in Bangor, ME          www.bangorpilates.net

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Intelligent  Exercise   Profound  Results

The aim of contemporary anatomically-based pilates training, such as STOTT PILATES, is to develop optimal neuromuscular performance by focusing on core stability training while safely balancing muscular strength with flexibility. Whether performed on a mat or on specialized equipment, pilatesthat incorporates these modern theories of exercise science and spinal rehabilitation should involve the following biomechanical principles:

breathing

pelvic placement

rib cage placement

scapular movement and stabilization

head and cervical placement

Practicing Pilates on a regular basis will improve many areas of life. Joseph Pilates said that in 10 sessions you will feel a change in your body, by 20 you will notice a change and by 30 or more, you will have a better functrioning body. Pilates should be performed at least three times per week to see overall flexibility and strength changes, All movements have a precise speed and duration for maximum results.

Benefits of Pilates

Improves Posture
Improves Overall Energy
Strengthens Overall Core Muscles
Enhances Athletic Performance
Improves Concentration
Improves flexibility with support in order to allow the joints to work through full range of motion
Builds Endurance and Strength
Utilizes full deep breaths throughout the movements
Improves core stabilization, working from inside out
Creates a longer,leaner more balanced body
Balances the weaker parts of the body
Improves mobility in the feet and ankles
Improves all other activities and quality of life

 

 

     Offerings

 


Reformer Classes     

Kick Board on Reformer     
 

 

     These are pieces of Pilates Equipment we train on:

Stability Chair

Cadillac

Ladder Barrels

 

 

     In Mat Classes we use:

  Light Weights     Magic Circles     Arc Barrels     Flex Bands

  Foam Rollers     Large Balls      Stability Cushions     Ladder Barrels

 

 
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   Pilates  |  Cardiolates NIA Ballroom Dance Zumba  Piloxing  Yoga  |  Bar Sculpt   |  Dance Ballet-Hip Hop