Introduction To Pilates Matwork Hatha Yoga

AY2018/2019 Semester 2

This course is structured to provide students with a good understanding of pilates matwork and hatha yoga. Pilates Matwork will be taught in the first half of the session and followed by hatha yoga. They will get to experience the benefits of the two systems and know the differences: - - Pilates Matwork Pilates is a system of physical and mental conditioning that can enhance your physical strength, flexibility, and coordination as well as reduce stress, improve mental focus and foster and improved sense of well-being. - Hatha Yoga With it?s unique blend of physical exercises and philosophy, it can help you to bring your body and mind into better balance. One pose, many benefits. Asana works on many body systems simultaneously. ? Learning the history of pilates and hatha yoga ? Principles of pilates and philosophy of hatha yoga ? Benefits of the pilates movements and yoga poses ? Techniques of breathing and injury prevention ? Understanding the sequence of pilates exercises and yoga poses ? Strengthening and relaxing effects