Wilmington Wellness Studio strives to offer a harmonic, non-judgemental, and invigorating environment for clients to practice Yoga and/or Pilates. Understanding that the reasons for seeking out Yoga or Pilates are diverse, we accept the challenge to provide a dynamically appropriate class in which everybody and any body can participate, yet simultaneously be challenged mentally and physically. We maintain the highest quality of education and disciplinary standards to promote professional growth among our instructors while respecting various approaches to physical well being. We strive to function as an information resource for the community and welcome feedback about our studio and its offerings.
Pilates vs. Yoga:
There is an age-old question that addresses the similarities and differences between these two disciplines and whether or not it is possible to create a Pilates-Yoga fusion? Both of these disciplines are acceptable for virtually all ages, fitness levels, and abilities and can easily be modified to provide a challenging mental and physical workout for any client. Pilates was founded by Joseph Pilates as a method to maintain physical strength and overall wellbeing.
read more...
He developed a precise series of exercises in the early 1900s that were designed to stretch, strengthen, and balance the body while performed with specific breath patterns. The exercises were originally named “Contrology” and allowed for a mind-body connection while maintaining and promoting a higher level of physical fitness. The connection exists here; however, because Joseph Pilates developed these exercises as he studied the art of Yoga and Ancient Greek and Roman physical routines in preparation for battle. Yoga began thousands of years ago as an artistic method to open the mind while focusing on a deity, concept, or personal goal. The practices were often dedicated toward this thought and provided a bridge between the physical and the mental components of self-growth. Yoga also encourages physical movements that stretch, strengthen, and balance the body coupled with focused breathing patterns like Pilates but did not begin as an exercise regimen or physical fitness enhancement, rather a mental exercise in awareness and gratitude. So, to say that these two disciplines are mutually exclusive of one another could never be correct. In fact, Joseph Pilates reports that Yoga practices were an inspiration for his method but also notes they strive for ultimately different end results. Therefore, they will always have their differences but there exists a common thread that weaves through the philosophies and practices of both.
