We are sad to learn of the passing of Ron Fletcher. For more information on his contributions to Pilates, read here.

http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-ron-fletcher-20111211,0,2607739.story

 Per Ron's request, donations can be made, in his memory, to your favorite animal charity or cause.



Michael King is offering workshops at Pilates Concepts of Houston. 

February 4&5

March 17&18

May 12&13 

Contact information: info@michaelkingpilates.com Phone contact: 

UK(44) 207 193 8727 USA 1 310 464 1587 

“JUST BREATHE” PHA STUDIO JAM

With Melody Morton

Tuesday, February 21st 2pm-3pm

The Good Space

5757 Woodway, Suite 150

713-784-8555

“The time for healing old patterns and stuck energy is now. Self love is waiting to be discovered and awakened within. It’s the key to healing” - David Elliot

Melody Morton is the owner of the Good Space Pilates and Yoga studio. She is a PEAK Pilates teacher trainer and massage therapist with a degree in modern dance.

“The breath is a powerful tool for healing and becoming aware of blocks. I learned the Yoga breathing technique from my teacher David Elliot. I’ve been using the breath technique for self awareness and clearing out personal blocks, discovering an ongoing deeper connection to self, spirit and relationships. Where awareness goes, energy flows.”-Melody Morton

This exciting Studio Jam is free for PHA members. Studio clients and non-member instructors are welcome for a studio donation of $10. payable to Pilates Houston Association. 

GYROTONIC® Pre-Training comes to Eastside Studio in Houston!

Interested in becoming a GYROTONIC® instructor or deepening your understanding of your current GYROTONIC® practice? 

Join us for the first 2012 GYROTONIC®

Pre-Training with Audra.

Fri Jan 27
Sat Jan 28
Sun Jan 29

Fri Feb 10
Sat Feb 11
Sun Feb 12

Cost: $1000 ($850 course fee + $150 non-refundable deposit/studio fee)

Deposits to: C/O Kim Cramer at Eastside Studio to secure your spot!

Audra Williams Stevenson is a certified GYROTONIC® Pre-Trainer and a certified GYROKINESIS® instructor.  She has been teaching the GYROTONIC® method since 2000.   The GYROTONIC® Pre-Training course is a pre-requisite for the GYROTONIC® Foundation course.  You must enroll in the Foundation course within 12 weeks of finishing the Pre-Training if you'd like to further your education.  

Program Overview

February 25 - April 28, 2012

The Fletcher Pilates® Program Overview is based on Ron Fletcher's philosophy of "knowing movement in the body" and encourages experiencing each piece of movement in the program before learning to teach it. Our Program Overview is designed to cover all beginning/intermediate material included in the Program of Study. This is a 30-hour program taught in 3 hour sessions. Participating in the Program Overview is the ideal way to prepare to enter the Comprehensive Program of study. 

Meeting Dates: Saturdays
Feb ~ 25
March ~ 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
April ~ 7, 14, 21, 28

Meeting time: 12pm - 3pm





Location:
Pilates Houston, Inc.
3930 Kirby, Suite 102
Houston, TX 77098
Phone: (713) 528-2525
Email: shannon@pilateshouston.com

Tuition: $1500 (Early registration $1200)

Register Here

Program Facilitator: Shannon Anderson, BFA, PMA-CPT®

Shannon Anderson has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance with a minor in English from Sam Houston State University where she graduated Magnum Cum Laude.  Comprehensively trained, Shannon is a second-generation Pilates teacher through the Ron Fletcher Program of Study and is the Houston-area facilitator for Fletcher Pilates® teacher-training.  Ms. Anderson is also certified from the Physical Conditioning Centre where she studied with Elizabeth Jones-Boswell both the classical and therapeutic aspects of the Pilates method.  Final testing for that certification was overseen by Master Teacher Michele Larsson.  In addition, Shannon is a certified Pilates teacher (CPT) through the international Pilates Method Alliance (PMA). An active member in the Pilates community, Ms. Anderson is a founding member of the Houston Area Pilates Association for which she has served as vice-president 2008-2009 and president 2009-2011.  Shannon was also partner and co-founder of Pilates for Massage Therapists.  She was licensed through the Texas Department of Health Services as a Continuing Education Provider for Massage Therapists from 2008-2010. Ms. Anderson is also an approved CE provider for the American Council on Exercise (ACE).  Through her work with the Fletcher Company and the Pilates Association, Shannon has helped provide quality continuing education for Pilates teachers.  Shannon has also been responsible for coordinating volunteer efforts which have included free Pilates classes at Sally’s House (a local women’s shelter) and Pilates Day fundraisers - workout for St. Jude Children’s Hospital in 2009 and Child Advocates in 2010 and 2011.  Ms. Anderson has taught for the Houston Ballet Academy.  With a decade of experience, Shannon has been successful in helping people of all ages and abilities to enhance their lives through the Pilates method of exercise. 

Intensive ~ Licensing Course

August 29 - September 2, 2012

This in-depth Fletcher experience is the ideal way to enhance your professional practice. Develop your movement and teaching skills through our exclusive, 5-day Fletcher Intensive licensing course, while learning the following unique Fletcher Pilates® techniques:Fletcher Percussive Breath™, Fletcher Fundamentals™, Fletcher Towelwork®, Fletcher Floorwork® and Fletcher Barrework™.

Schedule:
August 29-31: 12pm - 7:30pm (Break - 3:30pm - 4:30pm)
September 1: 8am - 4:30pm (Break - 12pm - 1pm)
September 2: 8am - 11am



Location:
Pilates Houston, Inc.
3930 Kirby, Suite #102
Houston, TX 77098
Phone: (713) 528-2525
Email: shannon@pilateshouston.com

Prerequisite: Pilates Teacher, Fitness Professional or Physical Therapist.
Length of course: 5 days
Tuition: $1,500 (Early registration: $1,200)

Register Here