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Sisters On One Accord Wellness Membership
Pilates is a powerful tool for enhancing both physical and mental well-being. This Pilates-based community is intentionally designed for the Black and Brown community, offering an accessible, inclusive space to learn and practice the foundations of Pilates.
Whether you are completely new to Pilates or looking to deepen your understanding and connection to movement, this ongoing practice provides a supportive environment to build strength, mobility, balance, and body awareness—at your own pace and in your own season of life.

Inside this community, you’ll:
  • Build strength, mobility, and balance with gentle Pilates foundations
  • Create mindful habits that support your well-being beyond the mat
  • Stay consistent with encouragement from a supportive sisterhood


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What does Pilates Entail:

Commitment: A focused program where you'll learn foundational principles and pre-Pilates exercises.
Foundational Pilates Principles:
  • Breath Control: Understanding how to use your breath to facilitate movement and enhance core stability.
  • Concentration: Focusing your mind to connect more deeply with your body during each exercise.
  • Centering: Engaging your core as the powerhouse of all movement.
  • Precision: Moving with intention and accuracy to maximize the benefits of each exercise.
  • Flow: Connecting movements smoothly for a more balanced practice.
  • Control: Mastering your movements to avoid injury and increase strength.
  • Pre-Pilates Exercises: These are simpler movements that prepare your body for more advanced Pilates exercises, helping to build strength, flexibility, and coordination.


Why Are These Principles Important?

  • They create a solid foundation for more advanced Pilates movements.
  • Pilates is a corrective exercise program that can restore optimal alignment and promote more efficient movement patterns.
  • Over time, it increases functional strength and awareness, lowers the risk of lifestyle diseases, and improves overall body function.
  • Pilates strengthens the connection between the body and mind, fostering mental resilience as well as physical strength.
  • This practice does more than just strengthen and elongate muscles; it enhances the mind-body connection, leading to improved focus and mindfulness.
  • Ultimately, Pilates not only supports strength and flexibility but also fosters new abilities and improved function in everyday life.

Barriers to Pilates Access in the Black and Brown Community:

  • Cost: Pilates classes can be expensive, limiting access for many.
  • Location: Quality Pilates studios may not be easily accessible in predominantly Black and Brown neighborhoods.
  • Representation: A lack of diversity in instructors and participants can make Pilates feel unwelcoming or irrelevant.
  • Awareness: Many in the community may not be aware of the benefits of Pilates or may see it as an activity not meant for them.
  • Deconditioning: Physical inactivity due to socio-economic factors can lead to a lack of confidence in starting a new fitness regimen.
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  • Physical Benefits:
    • Increased strength, especially in the core.
    • Enhanced flexibility and mobility.
    • Improved posture and alignment.
    • Better balance and coordination.
    • Lowered risk of lifestyle diseases.
    • Increased functional strength and awareness.

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  • Mental Benefits:
    • Reduced stress and anxiety.
    • Increased focus and concentration.
    • Greater self-awareness and mindfulness.
    • Strengthening of the mind and its connection to the body.

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  • Health Benefits:
    • Improved cardiovascular health.
    • Enhanced respiratory function.
    • Prevention of injury and support for rehabilitation.
    • Correction of movement patterns for more efficient and pain-free movement.



How You Will Feel After Each Class:

  • Week 1:
    • You may feel a sense of accomplishment for starting something new.
    • Your muscles might feel awakened, with some initial soreness.
    • A stronger connection between your mind and body will start to form.
  • Week 2:
    • You'll begin to feel stronger internally, even if physical changes aren't visible yet.
    • The exercises will start feeling more familiar, and your confidence will grow.
  • Week 3:
    • Your core and muscles will feel more engaged, and movements will become smoother.
    • Mental clarity and focus may start to improve, as Pilates strengthens both body and mind.
  • Week 4:
    • You may notice increased flexibility and more fluid movement patterns.
    • There might be a shift in your posture and awareness of how you move throughout the day.
  • Week 5:
    • Strength and endurance will start to build, and you may feel more stable and balanced.
    • Any discomfort from earlier weeks will likely decrease as your body adjusts.
  • Week 6:
    • You'll feel more connected to your body, with improved strength, mobility, and coordination.
    • The consistency of your practice will show in how you feel both mentally and physically.


Who Is This Wellness Community For:

  • This is open to all Black and Brown individuals who:
    • Have been medically cleared to exercise.
    • Can stretch, move, and get up and down from the floor without assistance.
    • Are ready to listen to their bodies and avoid pushing through harmful discomfort
    • Are committed to improving their overall health and wellness.

Who Is This Wellness Community Not For:

  • Individuals with Difficulty Walking or Standing: If you have trouble walking, standing, or maintaining balance, this workshop may not be suitable.
  • Those Who Struggle to Get Up and Down from the Floor or a Chair: If transitioning between sitting and standing or floor positions is challenging without assistance, this class may not be a good fit.
  • People with Severe Spinal Diseases or Conditions: If you experience pain during movement due to spinal diseases or conditions, this workshop may not be appropriate for you.
  • Lack of Dedication: This workshop requires commitment and consistency. If you are not prepared to attend all sessions and engage fully, this may not be the right program.
  • Individuals Needing More than Group Participation: If you require personalized, one-on-one attention or more support than a group setting can provide, this workshop may not meet your needs.

Requirements for Participation:

  • Weekly Journal: Reflect on how you felt before and after each class. Note any challenging movements and those that felt good.
  • Health Questionnaire and Waiver Forms: These must be completed and submitted during registration.
  • Commitment: Attend all classes to see and feel improvement.

Key Reminders:

  • Changes Happen Internally First: You will feel stronger before you start to see physical changes. Trust the process.
  • Slow Progress: Focus on gradual improvement rather than rushing for results.
  • Stay Focused: Remember why you started this journey, and let that motivate you through the challenging moments.
  • Consistency Over Perfection: Aim to be consistently good rather than occasionally great. Small, steady progress will lead to lasting results.
  • Build Slowly: This workshop meets once a week to give your body time to adapt. Allow yourself time to recover and rest between classes.

Registration Details:

Membership & Pricing

Elevated Membership:
  • $50/month
  • Unlimited class access
  • Full access to weekly wellness content, including pilates foundational videos
  • No contract required
  • Cancel anytime
Foundational Membership: 
  • $20/month
  • Pay $15 per class
  • Full access to weekly wellness content, including pilates foundational videos
  • No contract required
  • Cancel anytime
Drop-In Option (No Membership):
  • $15 per class
  • First-class discounted price
  • No access to content
Community Care Membership (Sliding Scale):
  • A limited number of reduced-rate memberships are available to support access and equity within our community.
    Application required.

Payment Options

  • Credit card (processing fees apply)
  • Zelle (access granted within 24 hours of payment confirmation)

Class Details

  • Class size limited to 20 participants to ensure personalized attention
  • Class format: In-person, online, or hybrid (select your preferred day and time during registration)

Registration Policy

  • Your spot is only reserved once payment and all required forms are completed and received

Special Offer

  • The first 10 registrants will have the $14.99 registration fee waived

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