
24/09/2025
💯Intermediate ladies discussing there progress as they move to the Pilates Gym from next week.
💯What was Mr Pilates intentions for the Gym in his Method;
💯The Original Pilates Gym for Experienced Students
💯Emphasis on Independence:
In Joseph Pilates’ original studio, experienced students were expected to know the order of exercises and perform them largely on their own—similar to an “open gym” model rather than a guided class.
💯Self-Guided Practice:
Students move through the sequence independently, relying on their own knowledge of the repertoire.
💯Teacher Role:
Teachers circulate, offering corrections, refining technique, and introducing new progressions as appropriate.
💯Ownership of Training:
Students develop discipline, body awareness, and confidence without being guided through every rep.
💯Community of Practitioners:
Everyone works at their own pace, but with shared respect for the method and its structure.
A Pilates Studio 💯