Cari’s husband produced this segment for LXTV in Los Angeles. Though we all agree that there is no competition between Yoga and Pilates, it is fun to see these two step outside of their comfort zone. Plus, you get to see the inside of our sister studio in Los Angeles, Core Conditioning!

Upcoming Workshops and Events…something for Everyone ~ Catch the FUN !

All workshops will be presented by Balanced Body Faculty Cari Riis Stemmler at Paragon Pilates and Physical Therapy in Edina, unless otherwise noted.

Trapeze Table/Cadillac

June 25-26  Sat & Sun:  10a-7:30p both days
Balanced Body Pilates Instructor Training weekend

ARC on the Reformer
July 8, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p
This workshop is for Pilates instructors & Pilates enthusiasts who would like to learn new exercises utilizing the Pilates ARC barrel on the Reformer.  These unique exercises add challenge and provide support when needed.

Effective Hands-on Techniques Workshop
July 15, 2011   Fri:  2:30p-7:30p
This 5-hour workshop is for Pilates instructors who would like to go deeper in their practice of teaching by learning effective hands-on techniques in assisted stretching, tactile feedback and utilizing balls, bands & props to help your client find proper technique within their movements.

**Please call the studio or register with Paragon’s Mindbody Online if you are interested in this workshop!

Anatomy in Clay(TM)
August 12, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p The Core & Spine
August 19, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p The Lower Extremity
August 26, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p The Shoulder & Trunk

Learn the basics of musculoskeletal anatomy by building muscles in clay on a specially designed skeleton called a Maniken® model. (Yes, this is as cool as it sounds!) These workshops will review the essentials of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology as you build the major muscles used in movement. Once you have built the body from the inside out, you will never feel intimidated by anatomy again!

Orbit on the Road
October 2, 2011  Sun:  10a-5p
What is an Orbit you say?  Well, you are in for a treat!  This workshop is for clients & teachers alike!  If you can’t wait until Fall, come in to Paragon for an Orbit class!

This 6 hour course includes standing, seated, all fours, plank, prone and supine exercises creating a full body workout for any client. Workouts are included to teach you how to format a group class.  Orbit and Level 1 DVD and training manual included.

• Note: prerequisite for workshop is Mat 1 or personal training certification.

~ Orbit presentation by Paragon as seen on Kare 11 Saturday!

Click here for more information or to register for any of the above workshops today!

Questions?  Call Paragon @ 952-405-9765

Pilates On Tour® – Chicago

Balanced Body® presents Pilates on Tour®, an unforgettable continuing education experience.

Small classes, excellent instructors and plenty of equipment give you the opportunity to really absorb what you learn. Whether you are looking for new exercises, great group programming, improving your teaching skills or tips on growing your business, Pilates on Tour® will inspire you to mastery.  Treat yourself to the warmest, friendliest Pilates conferences in the country and enjoy a weekend of learning, networking and fun.

Pilates On Tour-Chicago workshops being presented by
Cari Riis Stemmler and Roger Gonzalez Hibner:

Joe’s Gizmos
October 22, 2011  Sat:  9a-12p
Complete your understanding of Joe’s genius in this enlightening workshop. Joe Pilates created small apparatus to target specific parts of the body: the feet, the toes, the lungs, the shoulders, the wrists and breathing. As teachers we know how important these areas are for optimal functioning in everyday life. Explore exercises on the foot corrector, toe corrector, Ped o Pull, bean bag and breathalizer to mobilize and strength the foot and ankle, toes, shoulders, wrists and lung capacity.

Remember the Elephant
October 23, 2011  Sun:  9a-12p
Remember the Elephant is a metaphor for reminding ourselves as teachers of the depth of the Pilates work. It is not just a set of fancy choreography; it is whole body integration. How do we achieve that? Two way stretch ~ one part of the body goes up as the other goes down, axial elongation or full body expansion. Help your clients get the most out of the movement by incorporating this expansion in each and every posture.

$25 conference discount for friends & clients of Paragon - call the studio to obtain discount code prior to registering for conference.

Early registration for this conference ends Sept 1st.

Register online at www.pilates.com !

Balanced Body Education

Pilates Training Courses 2011-2012

Workshops presented by Paragon’s own Balanced Body Faculty Cari Riis Stemmler and Roger Gonzalez Hibner

Cari and Roger bring you over 30 years of combined Pilates expertise. They are nationally renown for their use of Classical Pilates and Pilates for rehabilitation.  In addition to teaching Pilates instructor training, you can find Cari on the Balanced Body podcast series for athletes, Roger in the Winsor Pilates video series, and both of them presenting workshops at Pilates on Tour and Pilates Method Alliance national conferences.

Anatomy in Clay
August 12, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p The Core & Spine
August 19, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p The Lower Extremity
August 26, 2011  Fri:  2:30p-7:30p The Shoulder & Trunk

Mat 1 Module
September 9-11, 2011
Fri: 3-9p, Sat: 12-7p, Sun: 9:30a-6p

Reformer 1 Module
October 14-16, 2011
Fri: 4-8p, Sat: 12-7p, Sun: 9:30a-6:30p

Mat 2 Module
November 11-13, 2011
Fri: 4-8p, Sat: 12-6p, Sun: 9:30a-6p

Reformer 2 Module
December 2-4, 2011
Fri: 4-8p, Sat: 12-6p, Sun: 9:30a-5:30p

Trapeze Table Module
January 13-15, 2012
Fri: 4-8p, Sat: 12-7p, Sun: 9:30a-6p

Reformer 3 Module
February 4-5, 2012
Sat: 12-7p, Sun: 9:30a-6p

Chair & Barrels Module
March 2-4, 2012
Fri: 4-8p, Sat: 12-7p, Sun: 9:30a-6p
Register online at www.pilates.com for single modules or the full comprehensive course!

For more information on the Balanced Body teacher training course(s), or to download our training packet, visit our website at: www.paragonpilatespt.com

We  ♥LOVE♥ our new Balanced Body Trainees, and think you will too!  They’ve finished their Pilates training courses, and are now completing their practice hours.  They have lots of Pilates knowledge, and are eager to share it!  In light of their fabulous accomplishments, Paragon is offering an exlusive offer to our clients:

Register for a FREE class
with one of our trainees!

Call the studio to register for a 55-min session
during one of the following times:

Thurs, April 14  5:30pm – 8:30pm
Tues, April 19  9:30am – 12:30am

Call Paragon @ 952-405-9765

Pilates Day

Saturday, May 7th

Each year on the first Saturday in May, the Pilates Method Alliance® (PMA®) celebrates Pilates Day®.

Pilates Day was created by the PMA to bring awareness to the many benefits that Pilates provides to every age group, and to promote healthy living.  Paragon Pilates and Physical Therapy is excited to participate in Pilates Day this year by offering a day full of fun events!

All Pilates Day events are open to the public so bring a friend! Previous Pilates experience is not required.
**All proceeds will be donated to relief efforts in Japan.

Call the studio to register:  952-405-9765

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We’re very excited to be featured in Edina Magazine this month CLICK HERE TO READ

Now YOU can help Paragon win as the best fitness studio in Edina! Voting ends March 1.

Rhondi spent a week in Florida training with Balanced Body and is ready to strut her stuff on the CoreAlign. Come in and have a session!  Easy-to-learn exercises on the CoreAlign® emphasize an upright posture and are designed to improve posture, balance and functional movement. The CoreAlign method, developed by Jonathan Hoffman, BPT, Grad Dip Manip Ther, stimulates core stability muscles to fire in perfect timing while performing challenging exercises, very deep stretches and core-controlled aerobic training. Great for musculoskeletal rehabilitation, performance enhancement and as a regular activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Roll through a fun, full-body workout that strengthens, stretches and challenges on multiple planes!  Orbit™ exercises include both circular and linear movements, and range from mild to complex. It’s an amazing core workout because your abdominal muscles are always engaged. You will also increase upper body and lower body strength, and improve flexibility and balance. An all-around great mind-body workout.  Click here for videos on Orbit & CoreAlign!

Click here to go to our class schedule page

Edina had a plethora of great pilates classes, but what sets Paragon apart is the fact that some of their instructors are also experienced physical therapists. Whether you have a nagging injury, or are simply looking to get in better shape, Paragon offers 10-person classes, as well as private or duo-instruction.  Click here to read the full article

New Mens Class!

Why a class just for men?  Well, Joe Pilates was a man, and he invented this system of movement as well as all the equipment that is used.  Men seem not too sure about the whole thing, so we designed a class just for doods doing dood-ly things with the spirit of Joe-the-Boxer in mind!  Tell your husbands, male friends, boyfriends & dads!  We will add more as it grows, or by request.

Welcome Ginny!

We would like to welcome the newest member of our staff, Ginny Massey, who has moved here from Iowa.  Ginny owned her own studio in Forest City, and comes to us with a wonderful Pilates background.  Please say hello to her when you see her.  She will be doing administrative work to start, and building classes and private sessions upon request.

Welcome Kathy!

We would like to also welcome Kathy Vail, who is a highly skilled Pilates instructor with over 13 years of experience.  Kathy has been teaching out of her home for years and is coming to Paragon to be part of our growing family of instructors.

Anatomy in Clay!
The Core and Hip

Tues 11/30 from 5-9pm
Course fee: $125
Ever wondered what the heck your Pilates instructor is talking about?  This course is designed specifically for clients, instructors, healthcare practitioners, or anyone looking to learn more about the musculature that makes up the core and hip.  It will increase your understanding of the deep muscles that you are being asked to use in Pilates.

Learn the basics of musculoskeletal anatomy by building muscles in clay on a specially designed skeleton called a Maniken® model. (Yes, this is as cool as it sounds!) These workshops will review the essentials of musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology as you build the major muscles used in movement. Once you have built the body from the inside out, you will never feel intimidated by anatomy again!

**Invite a friend!  Call the studio to register for this unique opportunity!

Jumpboard classes

We’ve added new classes, and Jumpboard is one of them ~ Tues 12-12:30p and Wed 5-5:30p for now.  This class consists of a short warm up followed by 20 minutes of jumping in a variety of ways.  Get your heart rate up and have some fun with this 30 minute class.  Same price as a mat class too.  Check the schedule as we add more classes!

Starting the week of Nov 29th, we will add Mat, Reformer & Jumpboard classes on Wed & Friday mornings with Colleen!  Check the website for the schedule!

Mindbody Online Software

Paragon is launching the online scheduling program, Mindbody Online, in late November.  We will send out an email as we launch, but online scheduling is just around the corner, so you can check availability for classes and register online soon!