The Avalon System of Pilates Equipment

Pilates with Teresa is excited to be one of the first studios to enhance its movement program with the Avalon System.

To quote the designer, Rael Isacowitz, "The Avalon System® is a unique range of Pilates equipment, distinguished by its new and highly-adjustable resistance mechanism. Not only does the Avalon System ® add resistance to apparatus, such as the Step Barrel, which did not have it before, but the resistance can be adjusted incrementally and accurately over a very wide range to target specific muscles and to accommodate different body dimensions. The Avalon System supports both the full classic Pilates repertoire and an entirely new repertoire of exercises, based on the exceptional functionality of the equipment." 

A unique aspect of my Avalon system is the Step Barrel (aka Spine Corrector) which was custom designed for me to be elevated higher off the ground. This accommodates those clients with arthritis or knee conditions where extreme flexion (bending) of the knees is uncomfortable or contraindicated.

"As demanding as Pilates can be, Teresa brings out the joy of movement and the fun in trying something challenging."
~Denise Lau Cortopassi