The Pad Studios

Christine Vleck

The Pad Studios — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:27:13 +0000

Christine discovered Pilates after a broken leg sidelined her from triathlon training 6 years ago. She was humbled by the challenge of the first class. Christine discovered muscles she never knew she had she found herself at the studio every day during her injury working to improving her form and knowledge of the practice. When her leg healed and she resumed her triathlon training she was amazed to discover how much stronger she was in her swim, bike, and run and knew it was from strengthening her core. Pilates quickly became a staple in her training, and a big part of her life.

Christine trained with Master Trainer Lara Hudson and also spent two weeks practicing at The Pilates Center in Boulder. In addition to Pilates, she has a Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Applied Economics from Cornell University and a MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas school of Business. She enjoys delivering an athletic and rigorous workout, leaving her clients stronger and feeling longer when they walk out of the studio. In her spare time Christine enjoys hiking, trail running, adventure travel, water sports, and competes in triathlons. She recently crossed the finish line at Ironman and is already training for her next. Check out Christine’s group classes, or email info[at]thepadstudios[dot]com to book a private lesson.

Caitlin O’Shea

The Pad Studios — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:07:33 +0000

Caitlin began practicing yoga at the young age of 17. Fresh out of high school she moved to Manhattan to pursue a modeling career. The only thing that kept her alive or sane during those 3 1/2 years was her commitment to yoga. At the age of 21 she reached a cross roads: she left the modeling world behind and enrolled in her first teacher training. Her love of yoga and it’s ability to heal has taken Caitlin on a journey to even more teacher training’s and workshops over the past few years. She has been fortunate enough to study with skillful teachers all over the United States and World. Heavily influenced by Rusty Wells, Seane Corn, Dharma Mittra, Janet Stone, James Kigar, and Judy Weaver, Caitlin walks a spiritual path and her practice is rooted in Bhakti yoga. Nicknamed the ‘Velvet Hammer’ she is widely known to weave her playful sprit, spiritual philosophy, humor, and core work into her rigorous flow. She is forever grateful to all of her teachers she has encountered along her path.

Rebecca Chatfield-Taylor

The Pad Studios — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:15:05 +0000

Rebecca recently completed The Pad Studios Teacher Training program and joined the studio as a Junior Pilates Instructor. After years of working in advertising in San Francisco, and fitting in workouts whenever she could, Rebecca realized that teaching fitness and helping others with their fitness goals was her true calling. An avid runner for years, Rebecca experienced first-hand how core strength and proper postural alignment can benefit all types of sports activities. She first tried Pilates in 2001, and has been a fan ever since. She particularly enjoys the precision of movement in the Pilates method, and that after a session, her clients feel more flexible, stronger, inspired and hopefully a little sweaty! Rebecca believes exercise is essential for both physical and mental health and strives to give her clients a workout that both works the body and helps to calm and focus the mind. After becoming a certified Bar Method instructor, Rebecca transitioned to working full time as a Pilates instructor at The Pad.

New to Yoga?

The Pad Studios — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:56:35 +0000

Missed it the first time around? Come to our Yoga Basics Workshop!

Join Miwa Tripp on Saturday, March 3rd, 2:00-4:00pm for our yoga basics workshop!

In this 2 hour workshop, we will explore some of the basic postures and break down the physical aspect of power yoga vinyasa flow. This workshop is intended for people new to yoga or for practicing students who are looking for an environment where the basic postures will be revisited slowly and thoughtfully. Students will gain a basic understanding of safe alignment and will be ready to enter all level power yoga classes upon completion. Yoga is appropriate for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. Not flexible? No worries. The only prerequisite is the willingness to show up with an open mind. Increased strength, flexibility and balance will be your reward!

Space is limited, so pre-registration is strongly suggested. Click here to sign up in advance!

Fee: $35 (Includes one week of free yoga! Must sign up for classes online in advance to reserve and guarantee a space in class)

Attention Moms and Moms-to-Be!

The Pad Studios — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:56:07 +0000

The Pad Studios is excited to offer a brand new midday Pilates schedule, and an upcoming Prenatal Yoga Workshop!

– To learn about our upcoming Prenatal Yoga Workshop, click here!
– To learn about our brand new midday Pilates Schedule, click here!

Attention Moms! More Pilates Offerings!

The Pad Studios — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:50:25 +0000

The Pad Studios is excited to announce its brand new Pilates schedule!

We are now offering more midday classes, ideal for busy moms!

We now offer classes at:

Monday, 1:30pm
Tuesday, 12:30pm
Thursday, 12:30pm
Friday, 1:30pm (with available Child Care!)

All classes are 55 minutes long. Child Care is available on Friday afternoons during class. Please visit The Pad Studios Online to schedule, or email info[at]thepadstudios[dot]com. For our full Pilates Schedule, click here.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Please join us for The Pad Studios Prenatal Yoga Workshop

The Pad Studios — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:20:33 +0000

Join Becca Schneider for an amazing Prenatal Workshop and learn how to modify your yoga practice to keep you safe and engaged in public group classes!

Details:
Date: Sunday, January 29th
Time: 4:00PM – 5:30PM
Location: The Pad Studios
Cost: $50

In this workshop…

You will learn:

The anatomy and physiology of pregnancy
How to modify your current yoga practice to accommodate a changing body
How to use yoga to create support and balance throughout your pregnancy, including appropriate breathing and what type of breathing to avoid
What postures and flow series will be most effective in supporting a pregnant body
Why yoga, and other forms of movement, are so important during pregnancy
What is happening to your body, and why it is important to get in shape or maintain fitness in preparation for your childbirth
Helpful natural tips to help relieve some of the discomforts associated with pregnancy

You will receive:

A take home package for a beneficial flow routine for those days you don’t feel like heading to the studio
Useful information to apply towards your current and future yoga practice, for the duration of your pregnancy as well as your recovery
The knowledge that will empower you to maintain a safe and heart-filled practice throughout your pregnancy
10% discount on standard priced private yoga classes, 10% off standard priced prenatal pilates classes

You will participate in:

A 30 minute conversation during which you may feel free to ask any questions or voice any concerns about pregnancy in general or regarding your yoga practice specifically
A 1-hour yoga class where all the new modifications and information will be put to use. The practice will help your baby grow with the devotion, protection and nourishment of yoga along the way.

To sign up please visit the Workshop Tab on our online schedule and or email Becca Schneider to reserve a space!

New Year, New Deals!

The Pad Studios — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:03:08 +0000

Follow us on Twitter and “Like” us on Facebook to learn how to access the monthly special 12% discount code applicable for all Group Yoga and Pilates packages.

Serenity Yoga Teacher Training Info Session!

The Pad Studios — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 01:29:00 +0000

Join Carolyn McManus on Saturday, January 14 : 12:00pm-2:00pm for an info session for Serenity Yoga’s very first 200-hour teacher training!

The afternoon will involve a one hour info session, followed by a 60-minute yoga class.

In order to RSVP, please “Like” us on facebook and RSVP to our Info Session Event. Space is limited, so sign up today!

We hope to see you there!

Honorine Lalor

The Pad Studios — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:59:57 +0000

Honorine likes to say “Pilates is fun. Forget no pain, no gain.” She believes that the body is this incredible machine, connected in amazing ways and we get to work in it. Honorine loves working with clients to find out how their machine works best. Even more than that, she love showing people how strong they are, it’s usually stronger than they think.

Honorine has spent the last two years volunteering and working in Physical Therapy and Chiropractic offices in order to broaden her knowledge of pathologies and rehab. This knowledge allows her to create specialized routines for those who are healing from injury. Her deep knowledge of anatomy allows her to help people on the path to wellness and prevent re-injury.

Honorine is certified through Integrated Teacher Training at a Body of Work in San Francisco and the Pilates Method Alliance®. She has been teaching group mat and apparatus classes as well as private sessions in the city for four years.