About Alex Karolyi

Certified Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor

Alex’s philosophy is “there is no one way to do something”.
Her Pilates training is diverse and derived from different schools of thought.

  • A Body Harmonics certified Mat Pilates Instructor since 2004.
  • 'Completed training in Pre and Post Natal Pilates, Unstable Equipment, Handedness, Scoliosis, The Franklin Method's approach to happy feet and Athletic Conditioning on the Reformer.
  • A certified Reformer Level 1 and 2 Instructor, (The Pilates Process)
  • Training in “The Pilates Process” offering a refined approach to Pilates that incorporates current research on movement and core stability.
  • A graduate of ‘The Randolph Academy of the Performing Arts’ trained in advanced dance levels, and where she first discovered Pilates!
  • Teaches a variety of dance forms, from Disco-Salsa to Hip Hop and Tap.

Alex believes that well being comes from the inside out and that to achieve one's optimal level of health the journey to fitness should be an enjoyable and positive experience. Developing confidence and accomplishment creates a joy for life and all its activities.



About Joseph Pilates


Joseph Pilates was born in Germany in 1880. He first developed Pilates exercises during WW1 when he was interned at a prisoner of war camp in Lancaster. He called this system of exercises ‘Contrology’. During his internment he began working with men to help rehabilitate them and return them to a state of overall wellness. Upon returning to Germany, he began working with the military police.


Joseph moved to America in 1923 and opened up a Contrology studio in close proximity to many dance studios and rehearsal halls. It was during this time that he began working with dancers as part of their rehab and training. He continued to have a very successful career as a fitness professional working with a diverse population. He lived until the age of 87.


Joseph Pilates system of exercises continued to influence the fitness industry and became increasingly popular. Eventually people referred to them as ‘Pilates’ exercises. Pilates became mainstream in the 1980’s and more and more people were gravitating to Pilates for its effective approach to health and wellness.


Pilates appeals to individuals with injuries as well as professional athletes and people in between. It is a system of exercises that can be customized to any individual. Pilates continues to make its imprint on the fitness world. Joseph Pilates was a revolutionary and knew it.

"My work is 50 years ahead of its time"… Joseph Pilates

 

About the Class

  • 60 minutes
  • This class is a general pilates class and geared towards a variety of levels and abilities.
  • We begin with breathing, centering, focusing and warm up movements.
  • We will go through a variety of mat exercises at various levels to accommodate all participants.
  • Certain techniques such as ‘pulsing’, ‘stacking’ and ‘transition moves’ and ‘combinations’ will be a part of every class.
  • Working with the breath, core muscles and spinal alignment will be a continual focus.
  • A list of exercises that have been reviewed will be handed out to participants with directions and pictures for easy to follow at-home use.
  • Participants will feel a balance of energy and relaxation after the class.
  • Please feel free to chat with the instructor before or after the class should you have any comments, questions or complements!