Aloha! I'm ArleneI’m an informed and educated Classical Pilates teacher and I strongly believe in the power of this structured workout to facilitate positive change in the body and psychic state. What I know from 20+ years of experience is that the closer I researched the source of this amazing method, the more potent my practice became. I am a Vintage Pilates graduate which means I learned my craft from some of the brightest minds in the industry, including first generation teacher Jay Grimes, who learned the Method directly from Joe Pilates.
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Jay Grimes, Kuau Store, Paia Maui 2019
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One of the most valuable things I learned from Jay Grimes is to see the whole picture of Joe Pilates' enormous body of work much more simply. That doesn't mean it's gotten easier, but that there's a depth of understanding and clarity as I practice and teach.
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Who I Work With
I work with a wide ranging clientele of various ages and fitness levels, as well as apprentices just learning to teach and as a mentor for dedicated teachers who want to deepen their understanding of Classical Pilates, improve their practice and create community.
The Workout
Autonomy and independence are encouraged at my studio. I invite my students to learn their exercises and help develop their intuition in regards to movement. I do this mostly by getting out of their way and letting them move. When necessary, I use my hands as a way to guide them and add to the energy of their workout, but I believe it's mostly through autonomy that one begins to access the layers of body awareness, physical and mental stamina that builds with daily practice.
