Pilates Videos by Apparatus

Traditionally the Mat is padded board with a strap on one end to assist some exercises. Thick yoga mats are often used in group classes to help protect the spine in rolling exercises.

The Reformer exercises range from beginning to advanced. The apparatus consists of two ropes/straps, a box, and a moving “sled” attached to 1-5 springs.

Reformer with No Box are the videos that utilize the Reformer but do not incorporate use of the box.

Reformer w/Tower refers to our videos that utilize both the Reformer and the Tower simultaneously.

Reformer with Tower refers to our videos that utilize both the Reformer and the Tower simultaneously but do not utilize the Reformer box.

The Wunda Chair is small but mighty. With two to four springs for weight adjustments, the Wunda Chair is suitable for all who want a full body workout.

The Arm Chair is a wonderful tool to teach proprioception, correct shoulder mechanics and so much more.

The Tower (Wall Unit when tower is attached to a wall) facilitates most of what the Cadillac does with exception to exercises requiring the overhead canopy.

The Spine Corrector a.k.a The Step Barrel, offers a myriad of exercises that strengthen the trunk and mitigate imbalances.

With its raised Mat and surrounding canopy tubes, the Cadillac accommodates the needs of a variety of populations and workouts. Note: This apparatus is sometimes referred to as the Trapeze Table

The Ladder Barrel is used when practicing the entire system of Pilates. It is a wonderful apparatus to stretch and strengthen the whole body.

The High Chair is a derivative of the Wunda Chair. With its high back and guides for alignment, this apparatus offers wonderful feedback for establishing full body strength and good posture.

The Ped-o Pull is wonderful for establishing alignment and balance throughout the whole body.

The Guillotine is classic piece used in Joseph Pilates studio with a large repertoire of exercises designed just for it.

Mixed Equipment refers to a video that incorporates several apparati in order to suit the students needs and the goals of the workout.

“No Apparatus” means no apparatus is used in the video and that the video may depart from traditional Pilates movements, is a tutorial, a workshop or a discussion.