Holiday Class Schedule

Rhinebeck Pilates Holiday Class Schedule

Thursday, Dec 24- 9:30 Tower

Friday, Dec 25- CLOSED

Saturday, Dec 26- 9am mat, 11 Tower, 12 Tower

Sunday, Dec 27- CLOSED

Thursday, Dec 31- 9:30 Tower

Friday, Jan 1- CLOSED

All other classes are on regular schedule. Private sessions are also available, please contact the studio to book a session!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!


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Rhinebeck Pilates Snow Cancellation Policy

Its that time of year again! Time to use your core when shovelling, salting, and of course playing- in the snow!

The snow canellation policy for the studio is as follows:

-If at any time you feel the weather is preventing you from driving safely, or if there is a school delay or closing and you cannot come to pilates, please call or email the studio to cancel. The 24 hr cancellation policy does not apply to snow cancellations.

-If we are cancelling a morning class, we will decide to do so by 7:30am and will call each student to let them know. If we are cancelling an evening class, we will make this decision by 1pm and will call to let you know.

-In general, if we are closing the studio for the day due to snow, we will give each client as much notice as possible before the scheduled session so that no one leaves their house unnecessarily.

-When in doubt about whether class is being held or not, please call the studio and someone will call you back promptly. Snow cancellations will also be posted on the Rhinebeck Pilates Facebook page as they occur.

If you have any questions about snow cancellations, please feel free to contact the studio! Read more!

Coat Drive at Rinaldi Pilates in NYC

Rinaldi Pilates, a pilates studio in NYC, is conducting a coat drive with New York Cares this month.

By participating in the coat drive, you'll not only help out a fellow New Yorker in need, but you'll also get a discount on pilates sessions for yourself!



About the Studio:
Rinaldi Pilates is a fully equipped sun drenched boutique Pilates studio specializing in Private and Duet Pilates sessions. Known among clients as a hidden get-away, the studio is located in New York City in the heart of the East Village, not far from Union Square.

Owned by Michele Rinaldi, the studio first opened its doors in May 2006. With over a decade of experience in psychology, gymnastics, yoga, tennis and a long time practitioner of classical Pilates herself, Michele has used her experiences to create a unique and serene environment where clients get a focused training experience while enjoying the privacy provided by the intimate studio.

Michele and her small team of experienced instructors provide clients with top-notch instruction and consistency from session to session. Working individually with clients, the team at Rinaldi Pilates helps clients identify and reach their personal fitness goals and train to the client’s fullest potential.

Location:
327 E. 12th St.
New York, NY 10003

Phone:
212.228.5532



Coat Drive Information:
Each December, New York Cares collects over 70,000 gently used winter coats and distributes them to men, women, and children who would otherwise go cold. We are proud to announce our partnership with such an organization for the 2009 Holiday Season.

Bring a gently used winter coat to Rinaldi Pilates from December 1st - 31st, 2009 and receive 10% OFF the purchase of a package 5 Private Sessions, regularly priced $400.

Take this opportunity to workout for a cause or give the gift of Private Pilates to a family member or friend this holiday season!

For more information on New York Cares please visit www.nycares.com
For more info on Rinaaldi Pilates, visit their website: www.rinaldipilates.com

*Coat Drive packages may only be purchased during the month of December, 2009
*limit one offer per client.
*All packages expire 4 months from date of purchase.
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Holiday Pilates Gift Giving Suggestions!

Its that time of the year again- time to find everyone you know the perfect gift. For the pilates enthusiasts in your life, this is a great time to inspire their workouts by giving them something fun and pilates related. Here are some of my favorite picks that are sure to delight any of your pilates friends this holiday season, and possibly inspire an impromptu "Hundreds" under the tree.

A Customized Mat
These are so cool and are on my personal wish list this year. Customized mats from Yogamatic are so fun and cool- sure to surprise anyone you know who does pilates or yoga. Yes, these are yoga mats and a little thin for pilates, but place one right on top of a plain, cheap yoga mat and its thick and comfortable for pilates.

Order any photo you want to go on these mats- a landscape or tree trunk would be awesome, or a cool pattern, or photo of something/someone your friend loves. Or choose an interesting pattern from Yogamatics selection.
http://yogamatic.com/home.php

Pilates Accessories
Balanced Body has a 15% off sale on things like Toe Sox, pinlie balls, massage balls, and the very funny Joe Pilates Bobblehead Doll. Use promo code PSTK09 for the sale.
www.pilates.com

Peak Pilates is having a sale this season on pilates accessories- take advantage and buy from one of the best companies for pilates equipment. Anything you purchase from Peak is guaranteed to be of the highest quality. Here are the dates of the sale:

Monday, December 7th – Pilatesstick®
Tuesday, December 8th – MVe® Chairs
Wednesday, December 9th – Magic Circles
Thursday, December 10th – MVe Reformer Manuals and DVDs
Friday, December 11th – Select Accessories

http://www.peakpilates.com/

Historical Footage of Joseph Pilates
One of the most interesting things about pilates is the historical information, images, and footage of Joseph Pilates. These dvds will give any pilates fanatic an in depth look at the history behind pilates and reveal the spirit of Joe Pilates.

Archival Pilates Footage from Power Pilates:
http://www.powerpilates.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=6&substring=footage

Mary Bowen's: Joe and Clara Historical Footage:
http://www.pilates-marybowen.com/videos/video.html

Pilates Books

Everyone should have a few pilates books on their shelves, and these are a few of the best:
Pilates, by Rael Isacowitz
One of the only books that has photos and descriptions of not only mat exercises but also exercises on the equipment, all in one book.
http://www.amazon.com/Pilates-Rael-Isacowitz/dp/0736056238/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1259161005&sr=8-9

The Pilates Body, by Brooke Siler
This book was a New York Times best seller for a very good reason- its the best book on pilates mat exercises out there. Clear photos, clear instructions, and visualization cues all make reading and using this book to work out with so doable.
http://www.amazon.com/Pilates-Body-Strengthening-Lengthening-Body-Without/dp/076790396X/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1259161005&sr=8-4

Your Health and Return to Life, by Joseph Pilates
This book contains the two books written by Joseph Pilates- Return to Life and Your Health. Inside, you'll find historical photos of some of his interesting inventions and his mat exercises, as well as his philosophies on fitness, health, and the keys to living a long life. Interesting to read and provides many good laughs.
http://www.amazon.com/Pilates-Primer-Millennium-Joseph/dp/1928564003/ref=sr_1_31?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1259169899&sr=8-31

Pilates Style Magazine
A subscription to Pilates Style magazine would be a nice surprise for a pilates student or instructor. Up to date information on pilates and what's going on in the pilates world, interviews with pilates instructors and elders, and so much more.
http://www.pilatesstyle.com/html/

Historical Pilates Photos and Posters

Balanced Body Photos and Posters
This company has a large selection of historical, black and white photos of Joe Pilates taken in his NYC studio. This is a nice web site to browse because they not only have photos but also posters. These would make an excellent gift for your pilates instructor to hang in the studio, or for your friend to hang in her own home studio.
http://www.pilates.com/BBAPP/V/store/studio-furnishings/joseph-pilates-photographs.html

I.C. Rapoport Photos
I.C. Rapoport's personal and professional website where you can buy any of the iconic Joe Pilates photos by the man who took them himself as part of a photoshoot for Sports Illustrated. These are especially nice because of the extensive selection. He is also selling a limited edition book of photos.
http://www.rapo.com/icrgallery/gallery_frames.htm

Pilates Gift Certificates
Many pilates studios, including Rhinebeck Pilates, are running gift certificate sales this season. Spread your love of pilates to someone who you know would love, or could use, some classes.
http://headsuponyourbody.blogspot.com/2009/10/holiday-gift-certificate-specials-on.html

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Thanksgiving Weekend Schedule

Thanksgiving Day is just around the corner!

Here is our Thanksgiving weekend schedule, giving you plenty of chances to come in to work out, stretch, and sweat away the Thanksgiving feast!

Thanksgiving Day- Closed

Friday, 11/27- 9:30 and 11:30 tower

Saturday, 11/28-
11 and 12 tower

Sunday- Closed

Contact us to reserve a space!
Private sessions are available as well, please contact the studio to schedule.

And, Saturday the 28th is my first day back teaching! Looking forward to seeing everyone then! Read more!

Holiday Gift Certificate Specials on Pilates and Clothing!

Pilates Gift Certificates are a great present for anyone on your list. Do you know someone who:

-wants a new type of class to add to their fitness routine
-is in need of some good stretching
-has a bad back
-is stressed out
-likes mind-body workouts
-likes to try new things and meet new people

Gift Certificate Options This Holiday Season

Two Privates: $160
Five Privates or ten Privates: $325/$650

Two Tower Classes: $55
Five or Ten Tower Classes: $125/$250

Ten Mat Classes: $100

Clothing Sale
Add an outfit to the Rhinebeck Pilates gift certificate to make a cool gift even better!


$5 off any article of clothing. Sale is on all Hardtail clothing as well as Rhinebeck Pilates tanks and t-shirts.

Details
Gift Certificates come in either a classic gift certificate form or in our cool Stocking Stuffers Coupons, shown on the right.

Along with the gift certificate, you get: a Rhinebeck Pilates tote bag, pen, class schedule, and list of rates.

Gift certificates expire one year after purchase date. Gift certificates must be presented at the time of the first session. These sales are through Nov 16-Dec 25.

If you're coming to the studio to buy the gift certificate, please call ahead to make sure someone is there to help you.

Happy Holidays! The best gift you can give to anyone is the gift of health of the mind, body, and spirit!

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Lots of New Stuff at Rhinebeck Pilates!

We have some great new classes at Rhinebeck Pilates starting up this fall and winter!

Now that the summer has officially passed, don't let the cold weather keep you from feeling your best and staying fit!


New Classes:

Saturdays
11am Tower

Sundays
8am Mat
9am Tower

Tuesdays
9am Curcuit Class (Using tower, mat, chair, reformer, barrels)

Thursdays
6pm Advanced Tower

Call or email the studio to reserve your space!

We also have some plans in the works for the winter and spring. Here's a sneak peak for all you loyal Heads Up readers....

This winter, we're offering Gift Certificate Packages for the first time! Stay tuned for special holiday discount packages on private sessions, towers, and mat classes!

This winter check out our new Pilates Buddy Boot Camp! Sign up with a friend for discount duet sessions which will include working out on the mat, ball, and equipment. These Boot Camp Sessions will run for 10 weeks from your starting date. The perfect excuse to get out of the house, spend time with a friend, and stay fit and active!

This spring, we're launching our Mommy and Me Pilates classes! We have a lot of fun and exciting plans in the works for mommies who want to stay fit and bring their baby along for the fun! We'll have Stroller Classes, Walking Classes, and of course, Mommy and Me Pilates classes.

Workshops for students and instructors!
Our workshops with Ellie Herman were such a success last summer, that we've decided to continue offering workshops to both students and instructors. Stay tuned for more workshops planned for this spring and summer with knowledgable teachers on interesting topics!

Stay tuned to Gift Certificate prices and info on our Pilates Buddy Boot Camp and Mommy and Me classes.

If you have any questions about any of our new classes or gift certificates, please feel free to email or call the studio! Read more!