All of our classes are limited to 4 people in order to provide personalized attention. Our classes combine exercise with education.
Pilates 101
October: Fridays at 11am (10/4-10/25)
The perfect starting place! Get the expertise and attention of a Physical Therapist with effective core exercise on the Pilates equipment. The curriculum is designed by Dr. Rachel Miller, Physical Therapy, certified Pilates instructor, and founder of The Pilates PT. In addition to 4 weeks of classes (55 minutes each), this class includes over 2 hours of videos for home practice. Every week has a specific focus - core stabilization, glutes/hips, scapular/upper body, and posture/functional core. Cost is $240 which includes class and videos. Use coupon code OCT101 to save $20 through 9/9.
Pilates 201
This is a 4 week class session that builds on the foundation created in Pilates 101 (which you must take first). Experience more full body workouts on the Pilates reformer, chair and other equipment. It also includes a Pilates mat video for home practice (no props or special equipment is needed for the video). Contact rachel@thepilatesptstudio.com if you are interested for class times and rates.
Women's Wellness Pilates
October: Fridays at 10am 10/18 & 10/25.
Ladies- this 2 week class will focus on learning concepts that are extremely important for issues such as Diastasis Recti, pelvic organ prolapse, and stress incontinence (leaking urine when sneezing, coughing, jumping, etc). Then strengthen your deep core muscles by working on the Pilates equipment and learning exercises for home. Cost is $99. Price includes a resistance band and exercise video. This class is also appropriate for new moms cleared to exercise.
Pre/Postnatal Pilates
TRIAL CLASS: Saturday 10/5 at 9:30am only $20!
Next session: Saturdays at 9:30am 10/19-11/9
This is a 4 week session is for pregnant and postpartum Moms (once cleared to resume exercise). Classes will include full body and core strengthening on the Pilates equipment. The session also includes a video to watch at home discussing topics like core activation, lifting mechanics, common pregnancy/postpartum conditions (and what to do to help), scars, & more. Cost is $195.
Looking for a gift for a new mom? We offer a Just for Mom gift certificate here which can be used for a Mommy Tune Up, Women's Wellness Pilates class, or toward the Pre/postnatal Pilates class.
Note: Different days/times are offered each month for the above classes. If you have a group of 3 or 4 and would like to create your own customized class time, please contact info@thepilatesptstudio.com. Sign up for our newsletter for priority registration for future session times when they are announced.
Pilates 101
October: Fridays at 11am (10/4-10/25)
The perfect starting place! Get the expertise and attention of a Physical Therapist with effective core exercise on the Pilates equipment. The curriculum is designed by Dr. Rachel Miller, Physical Therapy, certified Pilates instructor, and founder of The Pilates PT. In addition to 4 weeks of classes (55 minutes each), this class includes over 2 hours of videos for home practice. Every week has a specific focus - core stabilization, glutes/hips, scapular/upper body, and posture/functional core. Cost is $240 which includes class and videos. Use coupon code OCT101 to save $20 through 9/9.
Pilates 201
This is a 4 week class session that builds on the foundation created in Pilates 101 (which you must take first). Experience more full body workouts on the Pilates reformer, chair and other equipment. It also includes a Pilates mat video for home practice (no props or special equipment is needed for the video). Contact rachel@thepilatesptstudio.com if you are interested for class times and rates.
Women's Wellness Pilates
October: Fridays at 10am 10/18 & 10/25.
Ladies- this 2 week class will focus on learning concepts that are extremely important for issues such as Diastasis Recti, pelvic organ prolapse, and stress incontinence (leaking urine when sneezing, coughing, jumping, etc). Then strengthen your deep core muscles by working on the Pilates equipment and learning exercises for home. Cost is $99. Price includes a resistance band and exercise video. This class is also appropriate for new moms cleared to exercise.
Pre/Postnatal Pilates
TRIAL CLASS: Saturday 10/5 at 9:30am only $20!
Next session: Saturdays at 9:30am 10/19-11/9
This is a 4 week session is for pregnant and postpartum Moms (once cleared to resume exercise). Classes will include full body and core strengthening on the Pilates equipment. The session also includes a video to watch at home discussing topics like core activation, lifting mechanics, common pregnancy/postpartum conditions (and what to do to help), scars, & more. Cost is $195.
Looking for a gift for a new mom? We offer a Just for Mom gift certificate here which can be used for a Mommy Tune Up, Women's Wellness Pilates class, or toward the Pre/postnatal Pilates class.
Note: Different days/times are offered each month for the above classes. If you have a group of 3 or 4 and would like to create your own customized class time, please contact info@thepilatesptstudio.com. Sign up for our newsletter for priority registration for future session times when they are announced.
Specialty Classes and Workshops:
Yoga for a Healthy Pelvic Floor
Sunday, September 22 4-5:15pm at Heather's Gym in Libertyville
Did you know that pelvic floor issues (such as incontinence and pain with sex) can be caused by your pelvic floor muscles being too tight? In order to have a healthy, functional pelvic floor, your muscles need to not only contract but also relax. Join Dr. Rachel Miller, PT to learn more about your pelvic floor, the connection with breathing, and ways to help tight pelvic floor muscles. Stephanie Bersh, certified yoga instructor, will assist with yoga postures that relax and release the pelvic floor. Dress for yoga and bring your own mat or borrow one at the studio. Cost is $25 (free for HG Premier members). Sign up here.
Happy Holistic Mamas Monthly Meet Up
Second Sunday of each Month at Gymboree in Hawthorn Mall. FREE!
9:45-10:30am Toddler group
10:45-11:30am Baby group
This is a free play/support group with information and resources from local professionals that will help you and your child. Each month is a different topic. On October 13, join Dr. Jade Dellinger of North Shore Proactive Health, to learn about the role of chiropractic care for kids. Please note: you will need to enter through a main mall entrance. Gymboree is located on the first floor near the play area. Please wear socks. November's meet up will be 11/10. Join our Facebook group for more resources and to learn about our upcoming events.
Yoga for a Healthy Pelvic Floor
Sunday, September 22 4-5:15pm at Heather's Gym in Libertyville
Did you know that pelvic floor issues (such as incontinence and pain with sex) can be caused by your pelvic floor muscles being too tight? In order to have a healthy, functional pelvic floor, your muscles need to not only contract but also relax. Join Dr. Rachel Miller, PT to learn more about your pelvic floor, the connection with breathing, and ways to help tight pelvic floor muscles. Stephanie Bersh, certified yoga instructor, will assist with yoga postures that relax and release the pelvic floor. Dress for yoga and bring your own mat or borrow one at the studio. Cost is $25 (free for HG Premier members). Sign up here.
Happy Holistic Mamas Monthly Meet Up
Second Sunday of each Month at Gymboree in Hawthorn Mall. FREE!
9:45-10:30am Toddler group
10:45-11:30am Baby group
This is a free play/support group with information and resources from local professionals that will help you and your child. Each month is a different topic. On October 13, join Dr. Jade Dellinger of North Shore Proactive Health, to learn about the role of chiropractic care for kids. Please note: you will need to enter through a main mall entrance. Gymboree is located on the first floor near the play area. Please wear socks. November's meet up will be 11/10. Join our Facebook group for more resources and to learn about our upcoming events.
"The Pilates PT is absolutely amazing! Pilates 101 was a perfect intro to the Pilates reformer and other Pilates equipment in a perfect small group environment. Rachel is SO informative and has such great equipment, I recommend Pilates 101 for anyone who would like to learn effective Pilates form from a true expert." -Shelly
