I've been working with Tom since 2004 and truly believe that his unique style of teaching and exercises helped me earn my 12 medals in the Athens, Beijing and London Olympics.
– Natalie Coughlin,
Olympic Gold Medal Swimmer
Center of Balance is excited to be one of the first studios to enhance our movement program with the CoreAlign System.
Center of Balance has been a leading teacher training center since 2001, with Pilates mat & equipment and CoreAlign courses directed by Tom McCook.
Learn Pilates and movement under our expert guidance, and address your personal needs and goals. Try our Welcome Package!
Workshop with Tom McCookSaturday, December 1
10:30am - 5pm
• Develop a practical understanding of the mechanics of the spine and posture.
• Learn the key movements of the spine to keep it healthy for life.
• Learn the main weight-bearing locations in the body for balanced posture, tension release and movement efficiency.
• Practice theraband series for conditioning and postural balance.
• Move and assess in 3 planes of motion to improve posture, the gait cycle and its relationship to the feet and being in gravity.
• Learn progressions of Pilates exercises with a clearer understanding of the origin of each movement for effective cuing, skillful assessment and positive results.
• Learn how to improve pro-prioception and the ability to self-correct to improve posture, movement quality and results.
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
5pm - 7pm
Experience why Pilates is so effective! Equipment Essentials will give you the tools to condition your body and move better at any age. Whether you’re just starting Pilates or want to freshen up your skills, this workshop is a safe, effective and energizing way to do it! Equipment Essentials will teach you the fundamentals and essential Pilates exercises, on the Mat, Reformer, Wall Unit and Chair. You’ll increase your awareness and ability, with a noticeable carry-over into how you approach your everyday life. This workshop is a great prep for students interested in joining an ongoing Pilates equipment group.
Check out Tom's online videos at Body Control Pilates Central from the UK! Start a free trial and get 25% off the first 3 months with this code: TOM1
Check out Tom's 4 page interview with PilatesStyle Magazine in the May / June 2018 issue! Tom shares his inspirations and what has brought him to where he is now in his career. It's also a nice tribute to Center of Balance's special community and our 21 year history!
Mondays, 5 - 5:30pm
Join us and be still! The class is open to everyone to cultivate a personal meditation practice and to sit with others in community. Juliet creates a space for each person to be with their own meditation practice, offering some gentle guidance to lead the sit.
Join us in helping to create a more peaceful world for all! In 1959, the founder of Transcendental Meditation Maharishi Mahesh said that he believed the world could be transformed if just 1% of the world’s population practiced meditation. In 1975, the results of the first scientific research on meditation were announced and found that in twelve American cities where 1% of the population was practicing meditation, there was a statistically significant decrease in crime rates.
The charge for the class is donation-only and 100% will go to a charity called Dancin Power. Dancin Power’s mission is to improve and enhance the quality of life of hospitalized children through movement-based creative expression, music and dance!
February 1, May 10, September 6, November 29
12 pm - 1pm
Join us for selected Pilates Progression mat classes with Tom and help support the important work of human rights, environmental and community development organizations! Center of Balance will donate 100% of money collected for class — plus any additional contributions — to American Civil Liberties Union, Second Harvest Food Bank, Sierra Club and Oxfam America!
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Center of Balance is an official dealer for Balanced Body®. We can order any of their products at a discounted price.
