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Center of Balance

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Center of Balance

Pilates • CoreAlign • Franklin Method • Body Therapy Tap into your body's natural intelligence! We feature state-of-the-art Balanced Body® equipment.

Center of Balance was founded in 1997 by health and movement specialist Tom McCook and his business partner and wife, Karen deMoor. Guided by Tom’s educational vision and Karen’s organizational management, Center of Balance has developed into an internationally-recognized learning destination and teacher certification center, specializing in Pilates, Yoga, CoreAlign, Franklin Method®, BodyCode Sys

tem, resistance stretching and bodywork. Featuring a talented community of instructors, our goal is to inspire life-long learning and wellness through conscious movement and self-awareness practices. Our studio environment is supportive and collaborative, where staff and teachers are committed to self-development and professional excellence. We continue to seek out and share innovative mind/body concepts, feeding Center of Balance’s rich learning environment. Students and teachers from throughout the Bay area – and as far as Europe and Asia - travel to our Mountain View studio for training and continuing education. At Center of Balance, our exercise programs completely engage your body and mind while restoring healthy movement. Whether in a private or class setting, skilled instructors offer balanced training techniques for people who want to lead healthier and more vibrant lives. You'll learn how to move with more awareness and feel what's right for your body, regardless of your current condition or fitness level. Our new 5,000 square foot center which opened in 2015, is a beautifully-designed renovated warehouse with separate studios for mat classes, workshops and private / small group equipment sessions. Bamboo flooring, spacious rooms with 20 foot ceilings, expansive skylights and soothing light fixtures create a warm and inviting atmosphere for all who visit.

05/02/2025

Get ready for an incredible journey into the world of movement! Join for the CoreAlign Teacher Training starting on May 16 and unlock your potential like never before!

The CoreAlign is more than just equipment—it's a revolutionary tool designed to supercharge your core strength while boosting your balance, coordination, and proprioception.

In this dynamic course, you'll dive deep into the fascinating theory behind the CoreAlign method, discovering over 60 vibrant foundational exercises that will enhance your functional movement skills. Whether you're starting out or looking to refine your practice, we've got you covered with progressions and regressions for every ability level. Plus, you'll learn essential modifications and precautions tailored for special populations!

But that's not all! The training also offers invaluable insights on equipment setup, maintenance, and safety, ensuring you're fully equipped to lead with confidence. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to elevate your skills and inspire others—sign up now!

To learn more about the CoreAlign training, visit on our website. The link is in our bio.

https://centerofbalance.com/teacher-training/corealign

04/29/2025

Tom McCook’s teaching tip:
Lunge Tilt with a Twist
This dynamic movement will boost your thoracic mobility and deliver a refreshing full-body stretch, leaving you feeling energized and revitalized.
Join him for Balanced Body, Inc. CoreAlign teacher training starting May 16 Center of Balance

Reserve your spot today and start this transformative journey.
This is your chance to deepen your practice and inspire those around you—make sure you’re part of it!

Register here:

https://www.pilates.com/class/corealign-instructor-training-1-foundations-187912/

04/19/2025

Get ready to elevate your Pilates journey! Join for an exhilarating in-person experience as you complete your Teacher Training Program with Apparatus 3!

At Centrr of Balance, we dive deep into the core principles behind each exercise, empowering you to truly understand the purpose behind every movement. You'll learn how to program for advanced work, all while prioritizing safety.

Our mission? To inspire you to become a thoughtful, creative, and successful Pilates teacher who makes a real impact!

🔗 Don’t miss out—register now:

https://www.pilates.com/class/trapeze-table-chair-and-barrels-instructor-training-module-3-182578/

04/17/2025

Join RaeLea Saxton on April 26 and 27 to complete the Balanced Body, Inc. comprehensive Pilates teacher training program with Apparatus 3.
In this course, you will learn intermediate, advanced, and super advanced exercises on the Trapeze Table, Chair, and Barrels and clear guidelines for class design.

Register here:

https://www.pilates.com/class/trapeze-table-chair-and-barrels-instructor-training-module-3-182578/

04/03/2025

We are excited to welcome our students to the studio this coming weekend for Apparatus 2 with
If you have not registered yet, you can still join us.
The link to register is in our bio.

03/23/2025

Highlight
Balanced Body, Inc. Apparatus 2 teacher training in person at Center of Balance April 5 and 6 with Louise Johns

In this course, you will learn intermediate exercises on the Trapeze Table, Chair, and Barrels, as well as information on class design and working with special populations.

We look forward to supporting you in your Pilates journey.
For more information, click on the link below.

https://www.pilates.com/class/trapeze-table-chair-and-barrels-instructor-training-module-2-182576/

Tom McCook

03/12/2025

We are packing our bags and cannot wait to see you at Pilates on Tour in Denver this weekend.
Balanced Body, Inc.
Tom McCook

03/07/2025

Highlight

Tom McCook had a chance to talk about aligning body, mind, and spirit with Barry Shingle, host of Resonate podcast Rancho La Puerta

We hope you enjoy this episode as much as he loves this topic.
Listen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbR-oslNscs

02/10/2025

Highlight
Join Tom McCook and Louise Johns in person at our studio on March 1st and 2nd for the Balanced Body, Inc. Apparatus 1 course.
Limited spots. Reserve yours here:

https://www.pilates.com/class/trapeze-table-chair-and-barrels-instructor-training-module-1-182575/

Apparatus 1 introduces the Trapeze Table, Chair, and Barrels to provide a complete education on the Pilates method.
Each piece of equipment provides a unique training environment to create a well-rounded experience for your clients. You will learn beginner and intermediate-level exercises on each piece of equipment, along with safety, set-up, and their role in the Pilates studio environment.

Center of Balance

01/18/2025

Join , and at Reformer 3 Reformer 3 teacher training in-person starting January 31st.
Learn how to progress to the advanced exercises on the Reformer.
Just a couple spots left!
🔗 Link in our bio.

01/03/2025

Highlight
You still have time to register for the Balanced Body, Inc. Mat 3 course with Tom McCook, Fay Grove, and RaeLea Saxton.
This course completes the Mat training by adding rings, rollers, bands, and balls to the traditional Mat exercises.
At Center of Balance, this course is virtual but interactive and divided into three days, making it easy to gain a deeper understanding of the material.

See more information here:
https://www.pilates.com/class/pilates-mat-3-enhanced-mat-propsonline-182486/

Address

Mountain View, CA

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 8pm
Tuesday	7am - 8pm
Wednesday	7am - 8pm
Thursday	7am - 8pm
Friday	7am - 2pm
Saturday	8am - 1pm

Telephone

+16509676414

Website

http://www.centerofbalance.com/

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