Move better. Feel better in your body.
At Paragon, we use a holistic approach that leads to true, lasting results.
Physical therapy combined with Pilates’ emphasis on strength and mobility is a powerful pairing. Whether it is a painful back, a tight hip, or declining balance, we use a holistic body/mind approach that leads to true, lasting results that clients definitely notice in their daily lives.
Our Areas of Expertise
Paragon is a unique, welcoming space that supports every body on their wellness journey.
Pilates
Pilates is a whole-body approach to gaining strength and improving wellness. Together, we’ll help you achieve your full potential.
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Physical Therapy
At Paragon, we’ll help you reconnect with your body and overcome injury. You’ll return to life with more energy, flexibility and strength.
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Dance Medicine
We offer education and training for every dancer’s needs. You’ll return to performing with heightened technique and stronger form.
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Teacher Training
We offer the highest quality Pilates instructor training and continuing education workshops through one of the world leaders in the industry, Balanced Body Education.
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Making connections. Building a healthier you.
Tactile Cueing and the Nervous System
October 26, 2019
Join Cari Riis Stemmler at the PMA Annual Conference in Monterey, CA! Touch is a powerful teaching tool when done appropriately. This workshop is for Pilates Instructors who would like to go deeper in their teaching practice by learning effective hands-on techniques to be used in assisted stretching and providing tactile feedback. These tools will help your client find improved technique within their movements. There is discussion around the effectiveness of touch, the effect of touch on the nervous system, as well as proper alignment of shoulder, hip, and torso.
Participants will learn: the power of effective touch, how the nervous system responds to touch, how to respect the sensory system in the body, and safe ways of assisting the body in order to find proper technique.
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Pilates Teacher Training: Reformer 1
November 1-3, 2019
This course introduces the Universal Reformer, the center piece of the Pilates equipment studio and an invaluable training tool. Reformer 1 includes an introduction to safely using the Pilates Reformer for a wide variety of supine, seated and standing exercises for the beginning to intermediate student.
Prerequisite: Movement Principles
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Pilates Teacher Training: Mat 2
November 15-17, 2019
Mat 2 includes the remaining intermediate and advanced level exercises as well as essential movement principles and training tips for advancing clients to the higher levels. Pilates for sports specific activities are also covered.
Prerequisite: Mat 1
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Pilates Teacher Training: Reformer 2
December 6-8, 2019 (16 hours) -OR-
Dec 11, 18, Jan 8, 15 (4 hrs each day)
Reformer 2 includes intermediate exercises and modifications designed for group and individual instruction. Teaching successful classes and sessions to clients at different levels of ability is emphasized. Included are a variety of programs designed to keep your clients inspired. Paragon is offering two training options this year – a 16-hour weekend course (Fri-Sun) or four weeks (Wed eve) for 4-hour each day.
Prerequisite: Reformer 1
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Studio information
Questions? Please call the studio:
(952) 405-9765 or email us at
info@paragonpilatespt.com
We are located at:
5101 Vernon Avenue South
Suite 2A
Edina, MN 55436
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Studio hours
MONDAY-THURSDAY
6:30 am to 7:00 pm
6:30 am to 7:00 pm
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
6:30 am to 2:00 pm
6:30 am to 2:00 pm
SUNDAY
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Our hours may vary based on class schedules, private appointments and continuing education workshops.
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