What is Pilates?
Pilates is a physical and mental fitness program
developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates
in Germany. Using proper body mechanics, controlled
movements, pelvic stabilization, and coordinated breathing,
Pilates focuses on flexibility and strength to create
a balance in the body. By correcting posture, Pilates
can strengthen your body against future injuries.
Because Pilates focuses on the connection between
the mind and body, it also offers meditative benefits
- increased energy, improved concentration and better
coordination.
Who will benefit from Pilates?
Every age, gender and body-type can and will benefit
from Pilates. Pilates emphasizes form and alignment.
The movements are performed precisely, in a smooth,
slow, controlled way, and are coordinated with specific
breathing patterns. The exercises work the muscles
efficiently, so each movement is repeated only a few
times. Pilates is also progressive and adaptable.
Everyone starts out learning the basics - the movements,
alignment, breathing, concentration, and flow - essential
to Pilates. Then specific exercises are added according
to individual needs, abilities and limitations.
Please see below for our Fabulous
Instructors at Barrington Pilates!
Elizabeth
R. Dewey
Owner & Equipment Instructor
Head Instructor - Certified Pilates Equipment Instructor
/ Certified Pilates Mat Instructor
Elizabeth is a fully certified Pilates
instructor in both mat and equipment sessions.
She became involved with Pilates in 2004 and completed
her certification through The PhyscialMind Institute
in early 2006. She has studied Pilates in Rhode
Island, Newton & Wellesley Massachusetts, and
New York City. Additionally, she has completed
courses in Standing Pilates, Mat Pilates and Rehabilitative
Pilates. Elizabeth is CPR and First Aid certified.
She has taught dance classes for over 12 years, has
a dance minor, and began dancing at the age of 2.
She opened Barrington Ballet in 2006 and was thrilled
to open Barrington Pilates in October of 2008.
Elizabeth loves Pilates because it not only gives
clients long, lean muscular bodies, but because her
clients are strong from the inside out. Pilates
not only enhances one’s quality of life but
also connects the mind to the body, and she is thrilled
to have created the space to practice this at Barrington
Pilates.
To contact Elizabeth:
elizabeth@barringtonpilates.com
401.289.2787 – Barrington Pilates Direct Line
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Mora
Babineau
Head
Mat Class Instructor
Certified
Pilates Equipment Instructor / Certified Pilates Mat
Instructor
Mora is a certified ‘Mat’
and ‘Standing Pilates’ instructor through
the PhysicalMind Institute. She recently obtained
her equipment certification in August of 2011. Through
The PhysicalMind Institute she also attended the ‘Bringing
the Reformer to the Mat” continuing education
course. She has taught both fitness and dance
classes in Boston, on the South Shore and in Annapolis,
Maryland. She has been an AFAA certified aerobics
instructor since 1994 and is CPR and First Aid certified.
She has her M.H.P. from Northeastern University in
Health Policy and a B.B.A. from Hofstra University
with a minor in dance. She began dancing at the age
of 4 and studied ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance.
Her favorite class to teach is the Fusion Flow mat
class offered at Barrington Pilates, because it combines
the best elements of dance, Pilates and strength training.
To contact Mora:
mora@barringtonpilates.com
401.289.2787 – Barrington Pilates Direct Line
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Laura
Murphy
MAT& Equipment Instructor
Certified Pilates Equipment Instructor / Certified
Pilates Mat Instructor
Laura has been involved with the
work of Mr. Joseph Pilates since 2000. While
living in Barkeley California, she owned a thriving
Pilates and Physical Therapy business. Upon her return
to Rhode Island in the summer of 2002, Laura continued
her practice of Pilates studying with Jennifer McWalters,
certified by Ellie Herman. By early 2004 Laura
completed her teacher training and was certified to
teach Pilates through Peak Pilates of Boulder Colorado.
During hundreds of hours completing her Peak certification,
Laura studied under Peak master trainer Clare Dunphy,
certified by Romana Kryzanowska, and Peak senior trainers,
Pamela Garcia and Cameron MacDonald. Laura also
holds a comprehensive Pilates teaching certificate
from the Jen McWalters Studio. In addition to her
certification work, Laura has attended various workshops
with such second generation teachers as Patricia Erickson
and Cara Reiser. Laura is delighted to offer
equipment based private, duet, and trio sessions at
the beautiful new Barrington Pilates. Laura Welcomes
clients of all abilities.
To contact Laura:
laura@barringtonpilates.com
401.289.2787 – Barrington Pilates Direct Line
or by calling her directly at 401.829.1295
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Danielle
Jameison
CORE
101 and PILATES COMBO Mat Instructor
Certified Pilates Mat Instructor
Danielle is certified through The
PhysicalMind Institute in Mat Pilates, Standing Pilates
and the TYE 4 harness. She has studied and trained
in Rhode Island, Boston and New York. Having spent
years teaching group fitness and gymnastics, Danielle
is excited to be a part of the Barrington Pilates
team. She will provide education on the Pilates fundamentals
as she brings her infectious energy to the studio.
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Sallie
Newton
MAT
Instructor
Apprentice Mat Instructor
Sallie is a Pilates mat apprentice,
currently working towards her certification with PhysicalMind,
NYC. She has been teaching group fitness and water
aerobics for over 15 years and once she began to take
Pilates classes, she quickly realized how Pilates
can benefit everyone, regardless of age or ability.
Sallie will be teaching our men's and afternoon mat
class program, along with Couple Pilates classes and
pre-beginner classes. Sallie offers a challenging
work out with a nurturing hand.
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