Priya Pilates Blog

Awareness Through Movement Workshop

Keith — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:36:05 +0000

The Awareness Through Movement Workshop will be given by Paul Voudouris at Priya Pilates on Wednesday, August 11th, from 9 AM to 3 PM, at a cost of $240. The workshop is for people of all ages, no matter what their physical condition, and who are interested in rediscovering the power of thought, movement, and functional organization. One of the goals of this learning method is to recreate connections between the mind and the body in such a way as to increase awareness and provide more creative options for thought and action.

The A.T.M. (Awareness Through Movement®) lessons utilize the widely acclaimed movement education system of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais and draw on recent scientific breakthroughs in biomechanics, neurophysiology and stress-reduction. The “lessons” or exercises developed by Dr. Feldenkrais are revolutionary because they communicate directly with your brain, the control center of your body. It is your brain and nervous system-not your muscles-which determine the health of your posture, the ease and comfort of your movement, and the extent of your flexibility.

The process by which all physical learning takes place, from walking and talking, to playing an instrument or driving a car, is called sensory motor learning. Sensory motor learning is the natural way your body learns and improves. Step by step, your brain finds the most efficient and comfortable way to organize your body’s movement, co-ordination, posture and balance.

A.T.M. lessons are designed to access the motor centers of your brain and provide the information your body needs for optimum improvement. With these remarkable exercises your nervous system will automatically form new neuromuscular pathways, creating improved body usage, health, and vitality

Paul Voudouris, a modern day renaissance man with myriad interests, is a certified Feldenkrais Method® practitioner and Bones For Life® Teacher. He holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and Tang Soo Do, and earned his B.A. in Literature, with master studies focused on Latin American literature. He has taught literature, mathematics, and physical education in high schools and adult schools in Greece, the U.S.A., and Mexico. Paul’s thirst for knowledge, experience as an actor and performer, and unique sense of humor, are added to his passion for the Feldenkrais Method® and make for great classes.

Priya Bootcamp May 10th

Keith — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 20:49:58 +0000

Reserve your space today for the next round of the Priya Bootcamp experience, which begins Monday, May 10th. The cycle of 14 progressive classes takes place Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 7 AM, with two weekend classes TBA. Each class is designed with a high intensity fitness objective, and no two workouts will be alike. Sessions will include kickboxing, running, jumping, weight training, power yoga, or a combination of all of these elements. There are also 2 fitness hikes, with a yoga session or toning workout at the top of a mesa before heading home.

14 Session Bootcamp: $150
Priya Members: $75
Other Gym Members (Snap, etc.): $135
Individual Classes: $15

Please call (928) 202-4212 to make your reservation now!

Bellydance Workshop

Keith — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 17:11:44 +0000

Saturday April 3, 2010
12:30 – 2:30 at the Priya Pilates Studio
Workshop with Sherri of Cherchez La Femme Bellydance

Combos and Transitions
Learn interesting new combinations that really emphasize the “fusion” in tribal bellydance. Learn how to make your combinations and choreography less predictable. Strong emphasis on creating transitions between combinations and how to make choreography more varied. Workshop will conclude with a choreography composed of the various combinations and transitions we will learn in class.

Bootcamp with Heidi & James

Keith — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:54:29 +0000

Bootcamp with Heidi and James is a 6am, Mon, Wed and Friday high intensity class which begins on March 15th. This class has been designed for those seeking more demanding workouts to achieve results in as short a period of time as possible. Each class has a different objective in order for your body to reach its maximum potential. There will also be 2 Saturday classes (dates to be announced).

$210 for the four-week cycle to be paid in advance. A minimum of six people need to be signed up for this class to be held.

Schedule Updates March 6th & 27th

Keith — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:47:49 +0000

The Pole Dancing class scheduled for March 6th has been cancelled.

Heidi will be attending the Empower AZ Fitness Event in Phoenix March 27th and 28th, so no classes that Saturday! Join her there!

Schedule Change Jan 27 – 30

Keith — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 21:48:45 +0000

Heidi’s going on vacation and will be gone from 10:00am on January 27th – January 30th. The studio will be open with the following schedule changes:

January 27, Wednesday:
No Pilates Stick at 12:00

January 28th, Thursday:
8:00 Dev teaching Bootcamp
3:00 Exo Chair with Betsy

January 29th, Friday:
8:00 Streetfighter cancelled
9:00 Group Reformer with Betsy (1 space available)
3:30 Mommy & Me Mat Pilates with Betsy

January 30th, Saturday:
Ultimate Challenge rescheduled to Sunday at 9:00

New Year Pole Dancing TwoFer

Keith — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 23:40:13 +0000

We’re having a special “Two for the Price of One” offer for our Pole Dancing class this Friday, January 8th. Bring a friend to our 7 PM class, and only pay $20 for both of you. Remember, Pole Dancing is for women only, see you there!

Thanksgiving Specials & Hours

Keith — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:55:44 +0000

The Ultimate Challenge workout will be given on both Friday and Saturday this week. Come in from 8:00 – 9:30 either day for a super blast of endorphins! It’s free for members, non-members can take one session for $5 or both classes for only $6!

The studio will be closed on Thanksgiving day. We’ll be open all day both Wednesday and Friday. See you here!

Announcing Pole Dance Classes

Keith — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:25:48 +0000

Pole @Ease classes, the dance party for women only, begin on Friday, October 23 at 7 PM. The first 30 minutes we warm up to prepare for doing moves on the pole. Then we move into instruction time and hands-on practice. At the end of the 90 minute session you have a chance to perform and show what you’ve learned!

Priya’s Grand Opening Celebration

Keith — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:53:17 +0000

Priya Pilates & Fitness recently opened in Sedona and have become Chamber of Commerce members. To celebrate their open house on Friday October 9, Heidi and Steve Benson, owners of Priya Pilates & Fitness, invited the Sedona Chamber of Commerce to help celebrate with a ribbon cutting. Thank you to Mayor Rob Adams, the Sedona Red Rock News, Board Members; Mal Wienges, Joel Gilgoff, Mike Hermen and Lonnie Lillie for helping the Chamber offer Priya Pilates a warm welcome to the business community.

Left: Steve Benson, Mayor Rob Adams, Heidi Benson