Pilates Day Pittsburgh - The Pilates Center of Pittsburgh

You’re Invited!

You are invited to be part of the Annual Pilates Day Pittsburgh celebration on Sunday, May 21, 2023 in partnership with the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Spark Motion Body Studio and Pilates Method Alliance.

This event inspires and directs attendees to add a movement component to their health routines. Hundreds of individuals have learned the importance role Pilates can play in their wellness regiment here at our event.

Agenda / Class Schedule

We are excited to offer the following slate of class offerings:

9:00 AM – 9:55 AM

Pilates Mat: Blending Science and Intuition with Misty Lynne C. and Viviana R

Join us in the opening session of Pilates Day Pittsburgh 2023 on May 21, 2023. Pilates is called a “mind/body/spirit” fitness modality because it asks its enthusiasts to move in a way that connects all three in order to achieve the maximum benefit. Within our modality exists multiple approaches to accomplishing the work, and each approach sees itself as “the way.” The science of Pilates lies in the bio mechanics of how the exercises work related to the way that we are made to move; as living, breathing fluid-based organisms there are certain facts and truths that keep us structurally sound. To view Pilates from the intuitive mindset, we consider the way we feel and experience movement from a felt awareness perspective that is centered upon how we live within our own bodies. This removes the element of right and wrong for the user, and replaces it with guided curiosity in order to understand how they can move better for them.

10:00 AM – 10:55 AM

ROLLOLOGY®: Second Session Pick your Own with Kristin B.

This is a Pilates Method based class but is its own creation. The ROLLOLOGY® class consists of floor exercises and a medium density foam roller exercises. The class is particularly good for clients who are looking for a good tall (extension based) workout. Core work and release work combined throughout the class make it versatile for different types of clients. Fitness clients looking for a good Core workout but perhaps on the fence if Pilates is for them would like this class. Another client who could benefit are those with Osteoporosis who understand the basics of the Method and how to connect in their center.

10:00 AM – 10:55 AM

Control: Second Session Pick your Own with Tiffany P.

“Inspired by Joseph Pilates’ work with dancers, Control sculpts your legs and glutes as you experience a whole new way of incorporating Pilates principles while standing up at the ballet barre. Integrating functional, standing movement into your Pilates practice increases strength, balance, stability, and control in ways that will enhance your everyday life. This class puts the “fun” into functional training!”

11:00 AM – 11:55 AM

The Genius of the Spiral with Carolyn J.

Carolyn Johnston an esteemed practitioner and teacher of the Alexander technique will work with us in the last session of this year’s event. Have you ever wondered how to keep the freshness and joyfulness of daily movement/Pilates lively as you practice and/or teach year after year? As we have different life experiences and go forward as adults many times we lose the freedom and ease we have had as children. The Genius of the Spiral will reveal to you why a spiraling within the Centerline of the body is simply genius. The process of understanding and sensing a spiral in your own body and facilitating this process in those with whom you work is a needed component in practicing and coaching for inspired longevity. Integration within the psycho/physical self, not isolation, is our motto for viewing the work through this lens.

8:50 AM – 9:50 AM

Nature on the Move: ages 6-10 with Lets Move – Family Ticket Attendee

9:50 AM – 10:50 AM

Flow and Grow: ages 6-13 with Lisa M. – Family Ticket Attendee

Physical therapist and yoga teacher Lisa Minn has created a lively session for our kids that works on strength, balance and focus. Part of the session is yoga games that can be done both independently and with a partner.

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM

Dance the Story- ages 6- 10 Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Staff

Explore movement and dance with the story of Sleeping Beauty! Join us for “Dance the Story,” an up-on-your-feet story time that introduces kids to basic ballet steps and movement concepts. Take an up close look at pointe shoes and costumes from the ballet and learn a dance inspired by the Sleeping Beauty Bluebird. This session will run as the last option for ages 6-10 in our event. Teachers and volunteers will be keeping the kids happy until meeting up with parents after the 11 am Spiral session. This session will bring books to life with movement.

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM

Nature on the Move: ages 11-13 with Lets Move – Family Ticket Attendee

10:50 AM – 12:00 PM

Ages 6-10 Snack/Entertainment Option while the Adult 11 am session is On

After the Lisa Minn session – the older kids and younger groups separate. The older kids move onto Nature on the Move and the younger kids would have a snack/entertainment option while the 11 am adult session is occurring. At the end, parents will need to pick up kids in a studio by signing them out.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

You are invited to be part of the Annual Pilates Day Pittsburgh celebration on Saturday, May 21, 2023 in partnership with the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, the Pilates Center of Pittsburgh and Pilates Method Alliance.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Healthcare Sponsor: $950 Donation

Back Cover ad in program booklet
Mention in press release
Logo on signage and printed materials
Listing and link on Event page
Five free event tickets
Studio information on hand at the event

Corporate Supporter: $500 Donation

Full page in program booklet
Logo on signage and printed materials
Listing and link on Event page
Three free event tickets
Studio information on hand at the event

Pilates, Movement, or Wellness Studio: $100 Donation

Logo on signage and printed materials
Listing and link on Event page
Two free event tickets
Studio information on hand at the event

Individual Instructor: $35 Donation

Name listed on Event page
One free event ticket

Food or Beverage Sponsor: In-kind donation (samples for attendees)

Vendor table with signage in reception area with giveaway product samplings
Logo on posters and printed materials
Listing and link to your business on Event page
Two free event tickets

Next Steps and Contact Information

To secure your sponsorship spot:

Send an email to info@sparkmotionbody.com indicating your interest or call (412) 851-1280.

Send your logo (in a jpeg format) to our marketing coordinator at christin@sparkmotionbody.com.

Call with payment of your donation to 412-897-4755.

Venmo your donation to @Lesley-Davenport-1.

Once we receive your commitment, we will send out more detail on the event, a marketing checklist to help promote the event, and links to the event registration and event landing page.

Our Goals

We see this annual event as an exciting opportunity to build the Pilates community from within our region and support all efforts to unite and join forces toward the healthy betterment of our communities.

We will again raise money for a wonderful cause, Let’s Move Pittsburgh. We continue our commitment to raising visibility in the community through Day of Event activities, strategic marketing and partnership.