Advanced Saturday Morning Class

Join us this Saturday morning at 11am for our exciting fast-paced Pilates workout. Anyone with prior Pilates experience is welcome to join us. If you have any uncertainty or special condition, please check with the instructor first. Enjoy!

Saturday Pilates - Teaser

The advanced Saturday Pilates class at 11am is a hit! I've received feedback that I look forward to the day when I can announce a weekly advanced class to the schedule. For now, every 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month we'll continue the class. I stress that only experienced/well-practiced Pilates students take this class and you'll have a wonderful time and see amazing results.
Wow! Pilates is 3x a week! Go for it! Next class is 2/28 - see you there~ Lisa

6-Pack Pilates

Because the Pittsburgh Steelers won Superbowl XLIII, I am offering a special to new clients: Six - 60 minute Private Pilates sessions for $43 each. This Super - offer is good through Friday, 2/13/2009. It's our own version of a stimulus package for Pilates. Call 412-983-7818 or act now at http://www.upstretchpilates.com/.

Welcome Back!

I'm so glad to be back in the studio and class room. I'm looking to begin the Saturday morning class at 11AM, for anyone interested, please contact me. This is an internediate/advanced level class, perfect for anyone with prior Pilates experience, too. It's fast-paced and about 50 minutes, so you can towel-off, be changed and on the road by noon.

Maddie is 3 months - time goes by so fast. She loves it at the gym so I'm back to my full load of lessons and classes. Want a private lesson? I have my own "bailout" lesson package: 5 - 30 minute sessions for $140. The offer expires 2/6/09, so act fast! You don't have to fit all your lessons in by that time either, it's just a good deal to get you back into Pilates-mode!

See you at the studio!

Pilates Resumes in January '09

Maddie is 10lbs 7 oz and 20.5 ins. at 1 month. She's growing fast and needs me so much right now. I've made the decision to continue my maternity leave through December. It would not be wise to resume 4 weeks after delivery, per EVERYONES advice. I hope you have an awesome holiday and I wish a prosperous New Year for all of us!

Maddie has arrived!!

6lbs. 14oz. 18"
On Thursday, October 30th at 5:12 pm, Lisa and her family welcomed Madeline Louise into the world. Everyone is at home resting and recovering extremely fast, must be due to Pilates! Maddie will quickly get up to speed on Pilates training and be joining her sister Lily and Mom at the studio.

Thank you for all of your best wishes, support and patience during Lisa's short recovery and maternity absence.

Pilates classes - on hold

The last Pilates class will be tonight, 10/23. Group Pilates classes will not take place October 28 - December 2. Thursday classes will resume only December 4 - 18, and begin after the New Year.

Pilates for Pink Effort & Outcome

Pilates for Pink at Up Stretch Pilates Studio raised $795 for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. A special "thank you" owed to Alice McElwain who donated Brueggers bagels and cream cheeses to share with the Saturday morning class participants and to Andrea Lentz, Tarot Card Reader, who came out from 10am-1pm and contributed 100% of her readings to the charity.

Thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed class, the raffle drawing, and donated for this worthwhile cause. The outcome greatly surpassed my expectations and I hope to make next year just as if not more successful and fun, too!

Pilates for Pink Class on 10/14

Last night we had an incredible turnout for the Pilates for Pink class and Chinese Auction fundraiser that raised consciouness and funds for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Class was fun and challenging, we had all levels, beginners to advanced participants. It was such a pleasure to work with everyone.
Prizes were awarded and appreciated by all who attended and contributed. We raised vital funds for continuing to research for a cure for Breast Cancer. I don't have a final count, but I suspect we doubled last years fundraising effort, which was $312 for the BCRF. I'm so greatful to have had the support of my colleagues at the gym, especially wish to recognize Tiffney who volunteered her time to help set a small space right outside the aerobics room for my event, decorate and add balloons to add to the festivities.
We have 1 more class to fill, Saturday, October 18 at 10:30am has about 8 spots remaining and we'd love to have you come out. After class, we'll be able to snack on bagels and cream cheese provided by Alice McElwain from Brueggers Bagels.

The BCRF & Pilates for Pink Events

Better late than never, now you can use the BCRF "donate now" button on the side of the blog to submit your donate via credit card. Use this feature for Pilates for Pink classes, the fundraiser raffle, or to just donate. If you use it for any Pilates for Pink event, make sure to check your email - that you get a confirmation letter and print out to bring with you or email that letter of receipt to lisa@upstretchpilates.com.

Any amount is considered important to raise consciousness and fund research to find a cure for Breast Cancer. Thank you for joining in my fight for a cure!

Pittsburgh Goes Pilates for Pink Tonight

Please check in a few minutes before 7pm tonight and get your last chance at raffle tickets for the Chinese Auction drawing taking place right after class. Prizes will be on display prior to class. Bring a towel and mat with you if you have one, and water will be available following our workout. Class will be about 50 minutes.

Enjoy the class and thank you so much for your support this year!

Prana Contributes to Auction

I'm so excited to receive today, last minute, Prana's E.C.O. Sticky Mat fundraiser auction prize. This is a very special mat, eco-friendly, no PVC or heavy metals, and very very soft and thick - perfect for Pilates. The mat retails at $44, and with a 3 ticket purchase of $5, it may be yours if your ticket gets drawn. What a deal!!!

Pink Night: Pilates in Pittsburgh

Wear your pink Tuesday, October 14th to the Pilates for Pink class. Pose for a Pink Picture for the Pilates for Pink/Shape magazine team.

Lois Hick's Garden Basket & Stone Massage Prize

A beautiful collection of earth-friendly and well-being items come with the 30-minute massage gift certificate from Lois Hicks, MT of Bodies R Us Gym. Click to enlarge and see some of the items in detail. This is one of the most popular prizes this fundraiser has seen, so make sure you have extra tickets in to improve your chances of winning!

Franklin Inn Mexican Restaurant

Win a $25 gift certificate to Franklin Inn Mexican Restaurant. For just participating in class, you'll get a special treat, too. Please come and join us Tuesday night for the drawing and Saturday for the Pilates for Pink Class benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.