We take a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the client obtains their maximum performance potential. We integrate the concepts of many disciplines such as the teachings of M. Feldenkrais, PhysioSynthesis, physical therapy and fitness to prepare the body to successfully perform Pilates in an effective manner. We encourage the principles be applied to all daily activities/sport/performance so the client experiences a total body and lifestyle transformation

The studios are: Convenient, beautiful, attractive, artistic, filled with an abundance of light and plants.

Locations:
San Francisco
The San Francisco location is now home to The Pilates’ Collective and to Peak Performance Pilates.
126 Post Street, 3rd floor (in the back)
Telephone: 415.392.9662
Contact Peak Performance
js@peakperformancepilates.com

Half Moon Bay
717 Main Street. The nearest cross street is Correas.
Telephone: 650.726.1657
Contact Peak Performance
js@peakperformancepilates.com

• Solo and Duet sessions (Half hour and one hour long sessions).
• Trio apparatus sessions.
• Group mat classes
• Independent workouts for intermediate level clients.
• Bodywork, workshops and movement sessions based on the teaching of M. Feldenkrais.
• Physical Therapy.

Semiprivate apparatus (duet, trio and quartet) classes are available by appointment.  Participants are matched according to level, skill, time availability and by the presence of injuries. Other mat and apparatus classes to be offered soon.

San Francisco studio class schedule

Group Classes at the Pilates Collective

Class size is limited. Please contact instructor for details.

Peak Performance also runs a comprehensive Pilates teachers' course in San Francisco and Europe.

We also host workshops taught by practitioners from around the world on various health and fitness issues.

We are pleased to announce the publication of several books:
1) The first volume (of 9) of Jennifer Stacey's Peak Performance Pilates Movement Education Program Teaching Manuals called "MOVEMENT PERSPECTIVES™" available now in in English and French. 8.5" X 11", 176 pages. 714 black and white photographs. Black and white. Wire-O binding.
2) MOVEMENT PERSPECTIVES™ II The Client Edition of Movement Perspectives™. Building a foundation to understanding Pilates and movement. 8.5" X 11", 156 pages. Black and white. Wire-O binding.
3) TEACHING THE UNIVERSAL REFORMER REPERTOIRE. 8.5" X 11", 256 pages. 2740 black and white photos. Black and white. Wire-O binding.
4) ROLLER PLAY™ Roller Repertoire. For students and teachers. 8.5" X 11", 40 pages. Wire-O binding. 232 photographs. Black and white edition: $28.99. Color edition: $48.99. Detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to perform over 65 skills on the roller.

A flyer is attached for "Movement Perspectives™" and for the 9 comprehensive teaching manuals and mini-manuals . "Movement Perspectives™" is like having 8 books in one. It helps you develop a foundation from which to understand and teach Pilates and Movement. If you are interested in purchasing the Movement Perspectives™ books, please download and print out the attached order form and send to Peak Performance Pilates. You can also email Jennifer Stacey with any questions you may have: js@peakperformancepilates.com.

Testimonials:

Ron Fletcher (Master Elder Pilates Teacher):
"This is an awesome and wonderful piece of work Jennifer Stacey has produced" The best academic study of Joseph Pilates' Body Contrology I have seen. She really shows and tells you what this work is about, the specificity, the depth and quality - and the study and work required to become a teacher prepared to pass it on! This is not an "easy read" but invaluable to the serious student - and great for the archives."

Jillian Hessel, Pilates Teacher, Author.
"Jennifer Stacey's 'Movement Perspectives Manual Volume I' is by far the most comprehensive treatment of Introductory Pilates that I have ever seen. It covers so much more than Joe's exercises: from how muscles work, to how to breathe, from how one might assess a client's posture, to examples of language imagery for teachers. Jennifer has thought of everything, and provided meticulous detail that should please even the most thoughtful Pilates student. She has worked tirelessly on this first volume, and I can't wait to see the next one!"

Marika Molnar, P.T.:
"Movement Perspectives™ is full of valuable information from a variety of disciplines that will be useful to Pilates teachers. I especially like the sections on Breathing and Preparing the Body. I would encourage anyone involved with movement to use this book."

Click here to download the entire PDF file
Click here to download the PDF Order Form

Jeff Smith, B.A.
Kim Salera
Susan Whipp

Jennifer is available for teaching Pilates Teachers' courses, seminars and workshops in the USA and worldwide.

The teachers' course is a comprehensive program that respects the work of Joe and Clara Pilates. The course is listed as "The most comprehensive course" in the Pilates Method Association.

In the course you learn to: teach, cue, modify and spot the classic Pilates exercises on all apparatus; program design - levels, sequencing, transitions, insights from 5 Master Teachers; concepts; business management.

The course is a comprehensive program to learn how to teach in a highly intelligent and kinesthetic manner.

The course requires: 150 hours of lecture, 200 hours of observation, 600 hours of assistant teaching and paid supervised teaching, and taking Pilates 2 times a week.

Prerequisites Experience in the following: Advanced Pilates in your body; movement teaching; being a mover (dancer, yoga, etc.); studies in anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, physical rehabilitation.

It requires dedication, commitment and a respect for the system that Joseph Pilates designed.

The lectures are organized according to apparatus and level.

1. PrePilates (prepares the body to do the Method more effectively)
Movement Perspectives and concepts
Historical context of Joseph and Clara Pilates and the Master teachers
Posture Assessment
Basic injury rehabilitation and prevention
Movements based on teachings of M. Feldenkrais
Dynamic Stabilization
PhysioSynthesis®
2. Beginning Cadillac
3. Pilates Mat
4. Reformer
5. Intermediate/advanced Cadillac
6. Chair
7. Spine Corrector (small barrel)
8. Ladder Barrel
9. Auxiliary apparatus (including Pedopole)

Each lecture is divided into various subject:

a) Management: How to deal with clients, scheduling, pricing, what it takes to run a business.
b) Marketing: Advertising, publicity.
c) The language of teaching.
d) The "eye" and "focus" of teaching.
e) How to assisthands on, how to spot without endangering your own body.

Each lecture is divided into Concepts of "how to teach".

a) An exercise the mechanical, physiological and kinesiological principles behind the movement and its applications.
b) When and how to introduce an exercise. The levels on each apparatus. How to modify a movement for a client.
c) The order, modifications, transitions and sequencing and flow of exercises and why.
d) All of the exercises on all of the equipment and how it relates between each piece of apparatus.
e) How to develop a program for a client and how to customize and apply.
f) How to deal with special problems.
g) The versions of the various Master teachers
(Romana Kryzanowska, Kathy Grant, Ron Fletcher, Eve Gentry, Bruce King) will be presented to increase your understanding of the exercise, where it originated.

In addition the following subjects will be reviewed:

Practical and written Quizzes during the lectures. An entrance exam and final exam (written and practical) are required.

Peak Performance Client Testimonials

Melissa Errico (star of High Society) writes about her experience at Peak Performance:

My work with Jennifer at Peak Performance has confirmed many of my beliefs about the Pilates based method. I am one of those people who is known to spend up to an hour on a treadmill or stairmaster hoping to achieve that next level of leanness and elongation (especially in the hips and thighs). Jennifer showed me you don't need to huff and puff on all these machines to achieve the elongation and slimness I am after. It's in the airy, clean, pretty and sunny studio that I made some real progress, and without the agony! To work at Peak Performance you have to be committed to learning about your body, to finding the smaller, deeper muscles in the mid back and the abdomen, to concentrating on what seems to be subtle exercises. Jennifer will give you strength and poise you never had! By working with me for several months, helping me slim down an inch here and there, and strengthening my neck, back and abdominals, I left San Francisco feeling taller, healthier, and more in tune with my body as a whole, like a dancer. I would recommend Peak Performance to anyone who has tried all the fads, done all the sweating they can stand and who finally wants to get it right! Get out of the gym and get over to Peak Performance! Jennifer is a woman of boundless energy and positive attitude, but even more importantly, she understands the body and will work with your needs. I have often found exercise and fitness instructors just have a set routine that they will do with everyone. Jennifer, however, is so knowledgeable that she will tailor a program just for you. As a dancer and a singer, I also found my work with Jennifer had some professional benefits which were key to my strength and consistency on stage. My feet and back were so strong, (thus preventing me from injury) and her work on breathing gave me more power and resonance in my singing I really relied on her training to prepare me for a vigorous performance 8 shows a week, and it paid off more than I ever imagined. I found the body work (the alignment, the integration of breath and movement, the concentration on lengthening while strengthening) gave me more energy overall. On those days I'd rather have been home sleeping and being lazy, I'd go to Jennifer and leave feeling full of positive energy buzzing and ready to have a great day!" Melissa Errico, actor, High Society DISCLAIMER: All references to Pilates and J. Pilates are in a descriptive or historical context.

Kim Miyori of Golden Child writes of her experience at Peak Performance:

Jennifer is a wellspring of knowledge, experience and bodywisdom which enables her to impart a clarity of and understanding of the work to her clients. I have been studying Pilates (and Pilatesbased work) for many years from a variety of trainers and Jennifer has, in a very short time, given me the kind of instruction and answers to questions that I've always desired but cold never find. Peak Performance has profoundly changed the way my body works and my approach to the work. I'll forever be grateful for all that they have shared with me. Thank you. Kim Miyori, actor, Golden Child

I grew 3/4s of an inch! Rita Gianini, teacher

I can finally touch my toes! Tom Bollinger, clerk

Studying the principles of J. Pilates with Jennifer has helped me understand how my body can function most efficiently as a unit, making everything easier dance, exercise, etc. It has completely changed my presence both on stage and in everyday life. Megan Starr Levitt, singer, "Christine " in "Phantom of the Opera"

The middle years of life can provide exciting new beginnings. Working with Peak Performance has allowed me the opportunity to improve my well being in strength, muscle tone, flexibility and energy level. I feel more physically prepared to face the potential challenges and opportunities for emotional growth during this time of transition." Pam Bollinger, corporate administrator

Peak Performance has profoundly changed the way my body works. Kim Miyori, actor, "Golden Child"

Thanks so much for the help and enthusiasm when we (STOMP) were in San Francisco. I equally appreciated your unique ability to embrace your consummate command of and dedication to the Pilates based method with welcoming warmth, creating a warm, fun learning environment. I had a great time with you guys and was so sorry to go. If I move to San Francisco, you can be sure I'll come straight to you for Pilates and Certification. Marsha Thompson, actor, dancer, "STOMP"

"This may be as close to the perfect workout as you can get."

"The exercises devised by Germanborn Joseph Pilates are completely non impact and non weight bearing. They're gentle enough to be performed by the pregnant, sophisticated enough to challenge the superfit, and safe enough to be prescribed for rehabilitation."

"...ever elusive harmony between mind and body."

"It maintains that magic balance between strength and flexibility." Dr. William Hamilton

"I see the same ladies going to aerobics every single day and their tushies are still hanging, their thighs and calves have gotten big. Pilates wants you to fight gravity, to stay youthful, to feel lifted and light! The Pilates Body is; long, slender thighs and calves, a strong back, a flat tummy and a high tushie" Romana Kryzanowska (doyenne of the Joseph Pilates studio in New York)

"Pilates exercises have been renowned for producing lean, lithe physiqueswinning over those whose business was looking goodand those who didn't get paid if they were injured, like actors, figure skaters, assorted athletes, and the occasional model or actress."

Joseph Pilates was often heard saying:

"A few well designed movements, properly performed in a balanced sequence are worth hours of doing sloppy calisthenics or forced contractions."

"Why spend 10 pounds of effort for one pound of work? Use half a pound of effort for one pound of work."

WHO (HAS DONE AND) DOES PILATES?
Many people from all walks of life and all ages take Pilates. Some well known names include TV and movie stars, athletes

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