What is a Reformer?

(photo courtesy of Balanced Body)

What is a Reformer, and what makes it so special?  Well, it is not named a Reformer for nothing.  It truly "reforms" your body, and the way you move. 

The equipment has a sliding carriage that moves back and forth, and a spring resistance system to provide either resistance,or assistance depending on your needs.Since the reformer is a non-impact way to strengthen your body, we can assist clients that may not be able to gage in traditional training methods, whether due to age, injury, or just as a newcomer to fitness. On the other hand, the Reformer can add resistance to those who are already proficient in pilates and increase performance and strength in even the most avid athletes.

Traditional methods of training and developing the body tend to produce short, bulky muscles, precisely the type of musculature most prone to injury.  Pilates elongates the spine, increasing the elasticity of muscles and flexibility of joints.  This balance between strength and flexibility drastically reduces the potential for injury.  It's no wonder that professional athletes, dancers, and golfers alike have relied on Pilates to enhance their performance. 

At the Absolute Studio,we have several different options for training on the equipment.

You can attend private sessions or semi-private sessions for one hour or one-half hour.  A Semi-Private is a group of 2-3 people training together.  Each person will have individualized training to their needs.   

Another option is to attend one of our Reformer Classes.  In a Reformer class, all of the participants will be doing the same movements at the same time in a group of 4 with one of our certified instructors.  Since the class demands a good knowledge base in Pilates, our studio requires a minimum of 10 private sessions and 1 Mat Basics class prior to attending a Reformer class.

All Reformer Classes will be 55 minutes in length unless otherwise noted.