I also really enjoyed how we took time at the beginning and end of every class to really check in with ourselves. I became accustom to automatically noticing any differences within my body and breathing that occurred after a full class. I also took your personal advice, Fritha, to carry with me the freedom of movement and real initiation of bodily awareness outside of class, and I found myself holding tension in my body of which I may not have otherwise been aware. For example, I’ve been told by physicians that because of my Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, I tend to my shoulders up a little to prevent any pain. It’s quite automatic for me, and though I know I do it, I really have been more aware of just how often I do it (and have come to realize that I do it quite often). I honestly believe that the principles learned from this class have increased my awareness in that regard.

All in all, I’m very satisfied with the course. I learned a lot, but I also really enjoyed our class time. I know I will frequent a Pilates class again in my future. J