How fortunate are we to have so many ways to exercise and move in Boquete! There's something for everyone, which is truly terrific, as even though being physically active is an important factor throughout our lives, it's especially so as we get older. Luckily, when we retire, we (much more easily) have the time to incorporate exercise into our lives, as we no longer are working full-time or possibly more, and/or managing a home and family. And if you're not devoting time to exercise, please pause to understand that exercise and movement are necessary for a healthy life on all levels- physically, mentally and emotionally.
Pilates on the Ball is a great option for a sector of Boquete's population. For the right person it can be a ton of fun and a great way to work-out! However, even though I love it, I must concede it is not for everyone... and in this way, it is no different than anything else. Pilates on the Ball is for the person who likes to concentrate and move with precision and total body/mind awareness. It especially appeals to those who have a yoga, dance or Pilates background, or any form of exercise experience incorporating total concentration and whole body movement. No music is played during class as we want nothing to get in the way of our focus on our body and the specifics of what we're doing. In short- it's not for one who doesn't want to come at least twice a week to learn the fundamentals, requires a degree of movement skill and is better suited to people who are in reasonably good shape when first coming in. It is not for a person working with recent injuries or surgeries, is not for those who possibly never worked-out or for person who hasn't exercised in a long time. This is because there are better, gentler ways to begin to learn how to move most naturally with one's injuries and/or surgeries, and for the inexperienced student to acquire the fundamentals of moving from one's inner-body with concentration and ease. Private Pilates classes may be a viable option for the man or woman who wants to give Pilates a try, as well as taking Feldenkrais classes, working with a Physical Therapist or a Personal Trainer, taking a beginning level Yoga class or doing Tai Chi. All of these, plus more are available in Alto and Bajo Boquete. So take your pick, find a good fit for the shape you're presently in, and do what appeals to you! You'll be happy you did!
Pilates on the Ball is for the exercise enthusiast who loves to move and enjoy a truly great work-out! It's a ton of fun, gives a feeling of total balance and deep satisfaction, and revitalizes and harmonizes the body and mind. Too, with devotion and practice, it feels great to observe one's body awareness and movement skills improving, as the continual and repetitious performance of Pilates exercises and movement sequences becomes understood and done with a fluid ease. Pilates on the Ball!- Now offering the option of doing class five mornings weekly at the incomparably beautiful and fully equipped Haven!
Ongoing Classes Weekly- Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30- 9:45 a.m., & Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:45- 11 a.m.
Classes may be paid for individually at $8 each for residents, $9 each for tourists and guests.
Two class packages are also available- $30 for 4 classes, or $72 for unlimited classes, both to be taken in a month's period of time.
Questions? Email Susan Clare, Certified Pilates Instructor at suzeclare@gmail.com
And do know, one need not be a member of the Haven to participate in classes or to enjoy any of its incredible Spa Services.
Interested in knowing more of what the Haven has to offer? Call 730 9345.
Hoping to be with you on the Ball soon!
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