Learn basic pilates mat exercises designed to strengthen and lengthen the body in a safe and efficient way. Pilates is a wonderful way to strengthen your entire body and increase flexibility, mobility, balance, and coordination. No experience is necessary, and exercises can be modified to suit everyone's personal needs. Pilates is commonly used as a form of rehabilitation and is a great way to decrease pain!

Bring a yoga mat and wear something comfortable to move in.

Morgan Sanborn is a member of City Ballet of Boston and freelance artist with extensive background training and performing in multiple styles of dance and 25+ years of teaching experience. She is currently an American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum® Fellowship Instructor, certified in Progressing Ballet Technique, Pilates Academy International Mat, and working toward completing a comprehensive Pilates Apparatus Certification.

Through a series of gentle movements, grounded in mindfulness of the body, heart, & mind, connect to your inner resources. All in the comfort of your own home! Experience greater health and well-being while releasing tension & stress by practicing somatic exercises, Qigong, guided meditation, and intuitive self-guided movement.

Preregistration required, with registration closing at noon on 7/11.

Zoom link provided by instructor.

Please have a stable internet connection, a yoga mat, and any props you might want for getting comfortable (a couple blocks or books, a blanket or two, and a pillow or cushion) and wear comfortable clothing.

Kathryn Gardner, RSMT, RYT, a somatic movement therapist & yoga teacher, works with individuals and groups in her private practice of SomaSoul® somatic movement therapy. She is a member of the International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association (ISMETA).