It's "Abs Week" with Pilates and Bellydancing!

Wednesday 7pm  ~ Pilates Plus
Last week we had fun with the fitness circle and ball in a great Pilates Toning Class.  This week we'll focus on the core and powerhouse with Power Abs!  Pilates exercises work your deep abdominal muscles(core) while also working the muscles around the hip joint and the muscles of the lower back.  Including the core, this area makes up the powerhouse of the body.  If you build lean muscle here, it improves your balance, stamina and burns lots of calories!  So if you want flat abs this holiday season, come to Pilates class Wednesday night from 7-8:15pm at Renaissance Healing Center (A1A & 3rd N).

Thursday 12noon ~ 45 min Lunch Time Pilates
Another way to get flat abs and more energy is to do core exercises throughout your day.  If you squeeze in some mind-body exercise during your lunch break you'll feel less fatigue (and less back pain) at the end of your day.  So get out of your office (or car) and onto a mat for some stretching and strengthening every Thursday from 12 to 12:45pm.

Friday 5:15pm ~ Bellydancing for Beginners series #6 of 6
It's the last class of this series!   As we wrap up the dance (DjennaDjenna), we'll be getting awesome ab work practicing camels and hip twists.  Ladies you are welcome to wear skirts and all the shiny, jingly baubles you want for our Last Class.  I look forward to having a fun time with you all!  Our next session begins in January.  The first class will be on Friday Jan. 8, 2010 and will continue every Friday for 6 weeks.  Register before Dec 18th and get an extra $5 off the low price of $50!

Next Week:  Join me Wed. December 23rd for Last Chance Cardio Pilates.  <3 Let's make our hearts' happy(and strong) and burn some calories before the big holiday feast!  $10 drop in or first class free <3


~Lacy Norman STOTT PILATES Instructor~
 (904) 246-4970  lacy.norman@comcast.net
All classes held at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave N Jax Beach (behind Rita's)

Pilates classes Wednesday and Thursday

Pilates Group Classes this week at Renaissance Healing Center


Wednesday 7pm - Pilates Plus  $10
Join me this week for Back Care Pilates.  In this beginner level class, we explore the range of motion of the spine with exercises that strengthen the core and improve posture.  Your First Class is Free!

Thursday Noon - Lunch Time Pilates  $8
Come to this 45 minute "power lunch" class and you will feel rejuvenated, restored, and have more energy for the rest of your workday.  Everyone is welcome to bring their lunch and eat on our front porch, enjoying the beach breeze and complimentary Yogi Tea :)  So get out of your office (or car) and onto a mat during your lunch break for some stretching and strengthening.

Friday 5:15pm - Bellydancing for Beginners series #4 of 6
We are already halfway through the dance, 3 more classes to go!  I've been having so much fun dancing with all the ladies in class, I just don't want it to end ;)  So I'm having a second session beginning in January!  The first class will be on Friday Jan. 8, 2010 and will continue every week for 6 weeks.  Register before Dec 18th and get an extra 10% off the low price of $50!

~Lacy Norman STOTT PILATES Instructor~
 (904) 246-4970  lacy.norman@comcast.net

Reminder: No Bellydance Tonight

A reminder to my students: there is no bellydance class tonight, we will resume next Friday.  I hope it was a Happy Thanksgiving for everyone!  I am teaching the Sunday class at 5pm this weekend and if you would like to get a bit of bellydance practice in we can do that also, so please come to Renaissance Healing Center.  :)  

We are the Spotlight business this Saturday at the Green Market in Jarbo Park, Neptune Beach.  We will have a tent with chair massage and Free Yoga Class passes as well as spa gift baskets for sale.  Don't forget to ask Joy all about her Acupuncture and Qigong treatments we are now offering at the Center.  I look forward to seeing you all and doing some Green Post-Thanksgiving shopping ;-)

peace

Lacy Norman

lacy.norman@comcast.net

Top 10 Reasons to do Pilates! (About.com)

Here is the Top 10 List from an article I like on the Pilates About.com page... read the full article here 
The Many Benefits of Pilates Exercise
A Top 10 List of Great Reasons to Do Pilates By Marguerite Ogle, About.com Guide

There are far more than 10 reasons to do Pilates. I'm starting with 10 because I want to inspire you and give you the opportunity to follow-up on the aspects of Pilates training that interest you. My personal list of the benefits of Pilates could reach way past 20 items. But start here and see what you think. Is Pilates right for you?

If you already do Pilates, read the list and see if your favorite reason to do Pilates is here. If not, visit the Pilates forum and tell us about it. You can also take the poll: Why Do You Do Pilates?

1. Pilates is Whole-Body Fitness

2. Adaptable to Many Fitness Levels and Needs

3. Creates Strength Without Bulk

4. Increases Flexibility

5. Develops Core Strength

6. Improves Posture

7. Increases Energy

8. Promotes Weight Loss and Long, Lean Appearance

9. Increases Awareness - Body/Mind Connection

10. There are Many Ways to Learn Pilates

Pilates instruction is easy to come by these days. The ever-growing popularity of Pilates has put it on the map all over the world. This is good because when you start Pilates training, it is important to start with live Pilates instruction at a studio or gym, and preferably from a certified instructor. But there are lots of ways to supplement your learning once you get going. You can practice at home and you don't need one bit of fancy equipment, just comfy clothes and a mat.

• Top Ways to Learn Pilates
• Pilates Info for Beginners
• Pilates DVD Reviews
• Pilates Books
• Free Pilates Exercise Instructions Online

And for those of you who have ever wondered what the difference is between Pilates and Yoga here are 2 more excellent articles by Marguerite Ogle with the answer:

The Pilates - Yoga Connection

Pilates vs Yoga Exercises

happy reading!

BIG SALE THIS FRIDAY ONLY!

Renaissance Healing Center Annual Holiday Gift Certificate Sale this Friday Nov. 20th ALL DAY!

Looking for some stress-free shopping?

Come to 228 3rd Ave North in Jax Beach today for a one-day-only-sale.  Get Awesome Discounts on Gift Certificates for Massages, Facials & Skin Care, Yoga and Pilates Classes, Acupuncture & Medical Qigong Treatments, Customized Spa Packages and MORE!!


I will be there all day selling my Pilates and Bellydance Class Passes.
Here are my specials:

• Lunch Time Yoga & Pilates 8 Class Card - good for 4 Yoga (Mondays at Noon) and 4 Pilates (Thursdays at Noon) 45 minute Classes - regularly $64 ($8 per class) - on sale for $56
  
• One 10 Class Pilates Pass - good for my Wed. at 7pm or Thursday at Noon Group Classes - regularly $80 - on sale for $70
• Belly Dance for Beginners 6 weeks series on Fridays Jan 8-Feb 12 - regularly $50 - register early for $45
  

Don't miss these savings!  Our Practitioners and Instructors are the BEST in Jax.  We are even the official spa of the Casa Marina Hotel in Jax Beach!  Please come to enjoy a relaxing shopping experience and stay for our holiday party from 5-8pm.  We'll have food and music and look for me Bellydancing by the fire  ;-)  see you there!

Lacy Norman
Certified Stott Pilates Instructor
(904) 246-4970

Still time to sign up for Bellydance!!

My students and I had a great time in our first Beginner's Bellydance class Friday evening!
<-- I even got Henna'd for the occasion  ;-)

If you couldn't make it, there is still time to catch up and start next Friday 11/13.  You will learn a coreography to a Lebanese style song over a 6 week session.  Next week we will review the beginning that we learned yesterday and add on more of the dance.  So that means there's one more week left to register for the Beginner's Bellydance series being held at Renaissance Healing Center.
Please call me at (904) 246-4970 or email me at lacy.norman@comcast.net if you would like to sign up, the cost is $50
If you have *always* wanted to try BellyDancing, Now is the time! I would love to share it with you  :)
~Join my class, learn a beautiful dance and discover your inner BellyDancer~

peace.love.dance.
Lacy ~Aleaxandra~ Norman
(904) 246-4970
lacy.norman@comast.net

November Class Schedule

Here is the November schedule for my Pilates Plus class
*First Class FREE*  Wednesdays 7-8:10pm

• 11/04  Back Care & Stretching
• 11/11  Get Flat Abs
• 11/18  Pilates Toning w/Resistance Tools
• 11/25 Cardio

I will also be teaching a Pilates Lunch Time class every Thursday from 12noon - 12:45pm at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave N Jax Beach, FL   (904) 249-0200


Peace,
Lacy Norman
your STOTT Pilates Certified Instructor