Hi, I’m Carmen Lanteigne founder of Aligned Pilates. I teach people about a corrective exercise method developed by Joseph Pilates using specific apparatus to learn his work
Whether you’re beginning, advancing, or pursuing a career through THE PROGRAM™ Pilates Teacher Certification, the work and the intentions are the same - You learn effective exercises that change the body, and build a lasting and enjoyable practice.
Jay Grimes, one of my exceptional teachers, said, “Every student who walks in is your teacher—you just have to listen.” I enjoy working with students who are eager to learn and practice Joe’s work. Together, we co-create an experience that is uniquely personal.
The best moments are when students reveal how the work teaches them something new about themselves.
Look forward to seeing you,
Carmen
HOW IT WORKS
I've taught many students in over 20+ years and have clear ideas of what will help people to learn Joe’s exercises, build a sustainable practice, and for some, become certified teachers.
1. Have Access TO The Studio.
Having access to practice on all of Joe’s apparatus, students learn what exercises are good for the body, and soon realize it’s the ones that are least liked that bring the best change.
To know how to move safely around the studio, exploring and practicing on a variety of apparatus is essential to developing one’s inner intuition of what feels good for the body and with that confidence builds within the student.
2. Practice Several times a Week.
Training options at Aligned Pilates are purposely designed to help students practice consistently, safely and often throughout the week.
Privates are where all students new to the method of Pilates begin to build a basic program to practice. Seasoned practitioners also find great value in a private to help fine tune their work.
Contrology Workouts are offered during the morning and later afternoon. Students join others in studio or online practicing their program with an expert teacher guiding as needed. The energy of being in community and the focus of individual effort is a perfect combination for many. Students must have Carmen’s approval.
Self-Practice hours are for students to practice on their own utilizing the studio with a teacher on site. Students must have Carmen’s approval.
By practicing a couple times a week at Aligned Pilates, and having a home routine, students feel a change in the body. Once the foundational work feels familiar, it’s easier to absorb new exercises and ideas.
3. Have an Open-MinD.
Joe’s work takes time, discipline, and patience to know. It can feel odd or frustrating at first, but don’t quit too soon. Come with an open-mind and trust that each practice is changing your body for the better.