In Sanskrit, the word, "yoga," means "to unite" or "to yoke." This 5,000 year old practice is designed to help the individual feel whole. Yoga texts present teachings that include the mind, body, and spiritual dimensions of the participant.  The physical aspects of yoga (asanas, or poses), breathing techniques (pranayamas), along with meditation, provide a threshold to an ever evolving path into the unknown. It is a personalized, inward journey to discover one's true self. It is here, in this glorious state, that peace and contentment are possible.  

Similarly, the Polestar Pilates' methodology focuses on health, strength and stability to create efficient movement. Polestar Pilates also utilizes various types of equipment to create balance in the body. Springs, reformers, cords, trapeze tables, chairs, spine correctors, ladder-barrels and various other props are common tools that are incorporated throughout this personalized program. By reeducating the body’s best kinesthetic movement, the fundamental objective of healing through movement is achieved.

National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP) is a professional association and certifying agency for pilates teachers. 

What is an RYT?

RYT stands for Registered Yoga Teacher. It means the teacher has gone through a minimum of 200 hour teaching training program that is accepted and approved by the Yoga Alliance. The Yoga Alliance is an organization that registers both teachers and teacher training programs that have complied with the minimum educational standards established. The teacher is required to participate in continuing education in order to keep the registry current.

What is an ERYT-500?

ERYT-500 requires successfully completing a 500-hour registered yoga teacher training program through Yoga Alliance. Four years of teaching since completing the 200-hour RYS is also necessary for this title.  

What is an RPYT? 

RPYT stands for Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher by the Yoga Alliance. It means that the teacher has met the criteria of 250 hours of experience in prenatal yoga.

What is a Polestar Certified Practitioner?

In order to become a certified instructor, one must have mastery in over 130 Pilates exercises with modification specific to various disease processes on all equipment. Completion of the Polestar Pilates Comprehensive Porgram includes sitting through the Polestar Pilates Centralized Exam (both written and demonstrative assessment). A total of a minimum of 450 hours of mentorship and study is also required.