Hi all, I stumbled across this article written by Robert Wernick in 1962 while sourcing more material about Joseph Pilates. This is the unedited version of an article published in Sports Illustrated on the 12th Feb 1962. Some of you may have seen it but for those who haven’t had the pleasure, enjoy! It certainly […]
Reflections on owning and managing a Pilates studio during a time of unexpected stress
Stress is a normal part of life. It comes in many forms and affects people of all ages and all walks of life. Even so, the experience of stress is highly personal. What constitutes overwhelming stress for one person may not be perceived as stress by another. Likewise, the symptoms and signs of poorly managed […]
President’s Report
Pilates for Christmas – PAA teams with 17 Bright Ideas and makes the list!
Pilates for Christmas: A package of Pilates sessions (or an introductory package/session) could be the perfect gift for a busy mum this Christmas and PAA have found the perfect people to help spread the word: 17 Bright Ideas is a website dedicated to taking the pain out of finding solutions… (more…)
Chris Lavelle Biography
A Tale of Joy
Malcolm’s Farewell
President’s Report – PAA AGM 2014
We held our 2014 AGM on Saturday 13 September at the Royal Oaks Hotel, Balmain. Present at the meeting were PAA office bearers, ordinary committee members and 11 members of the association. The AGM ran for 60 minutes and was followed by a bright and informative talk by Brook McCarthy Director of Yoga Reach, on […]
President’s Report
Happy New Financial Year to you all and I hope that everyone is surviving the winter. I do know that it is colder for some members compared to others, but thought what a fantastic opportunity to promote your studio. It is common for all to feel a little lazier in the winter months. It is […]
PILATES – Multiple Sclerosis
Introduction: Pilates has long been recognised as an appropriate mind-body conditioning method for people of all ages and levels of fitness. The repertoire offers total body conditioning through the use of the correct functioning and strength of the deep muscles of the abdomen, spine and pelvis. It uses dynamic tension, self or loaded resistance, and […]