Dan's Papers - June 29, 2007 - Workout and Shop In Sag Harbor

Looking for a new workout routine to keep off the weight this summer? Well look no further than Sag Harbor Pilates, located at 33 Long Island Ave., in the heart of Sag Harbor Village. With state of the art equipment, new trainers for the summer season and a brand new fitness boutique, Sag Harbor Pilates has a myriad of offerings for the Pilates newbie or the seasoned Pilates student.

If you're looking to try out Pilates for the first time, it is a system of stretching and strengthening muscles using both machines and mat work. The main objective is to train the mind and the body to work together to achieve overall fitness. The good thing about Sag Harbor Pilates is that there are both private and semi-private sessions taught by certified Pilates instructors. If you're looking for a more social way to get fit opt for the semi-private sessions, but what could be better than having your own personal Pilates instructor at least once a week? Sag Harbor Pilates will also help you to create a home workout to supplement your in studio workout. Most importantly, the studio caters to anyone with beginner to advanced level experience, making anyone feel comfortable in the environment.

This season Sag Harbor Pilates boasts both new and returning instructors from all over the country. Jessy Babin has recently joined the studio and will be teaching for the summer season into September. Babin completed her Pilates training in Boulder, at the Pilates Center, where she was trained by some of the most prominent third generation Pilates teachers in the world. Nancy Clapp will also be returning to Sag Harbor Pilates for her second summer season. Clapp has a strong background in dance and is comfortable working with clients of all ages and with all different types of needs. She is available for appointments Friday through Sunday. Adrienne Ingalls is also new this season, having taught in New York City and trained with Kathy Grant, one of Pilates Elders. She is also a gold certified Pilates teacher through the Pilates Method Alliance and has a background in yoga, spinning and personal training. Adrienne is available for appointments Monday through Thursday at the studio.

Sag Harbor Pilates also makes it very easy to set up appointments for sessions. You can either call them directly at 631-725-5994 or make an appointment online with their new online scheduler. By clicking the link on their website and setting up a username and password you can immediately book or renew sessions or purchase gift cards.

Along with Pilates sessions taught by talented instructors, Sag Harbor Pilates boasts the talent of masseuse Frank Hughes. He will be at the studio on Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer. Certified in Structural Integration from the Florida School of Massage, Hughes' unique style integrates traditions and methods from around the world and is unlike any other style of massage being practiced in the area. To reserve a session with Frank you can call the studio directly. Thai massages are also being offered on the weekends during the summer season. For more information call Sag Harbor Pilates.

Sag Harbor Pilates has also recently opened a new boutique in Sag Harbor Village called life'style. The boutique carries active-minded, stylish and comfortable clothing for women mainly described as casual chic. It includes clothing for the women that are interested in casual living and who need clothing that will look good both day and night, inside and outside of the Pilates studio. There is also a large assortment of products offered by the boutique, ranging from clothing for yoga and Pilates to green products made from organic fabrics and specialty bath and body products. All of the products at life'style aim at enhancing both your style and your life. Sag Harbor Pilates invites anyone to join them for the opening party of life'style on June 30th from 4-8 p.m. at the store, located at 127 Main Street, Sag Harbor Village.

While the benefits of Pilates are still constantly debated between doctors and instructors, it couldn't hurt to try out a session at Sag Harbor Pilates. With so much to offer and new instructors for the season, Pilates may just become part of your summer workout routine.

Sag Harbor Pilates is located at 127 Main Street, Sag Harbor. Call (631) 725-5994.