Meet Sarah - Owner/Instructor
Recommended by local physical therapists, chiropractors, and massage therapists. Sarah Ciliberto earned her Pilates certification from the Kane School of Core Integration at Kinected in New York City. After an injury forced her into physical therapy, she discovered Kelly Kane’s approach and never looked back.
What exactly is Pilates?
Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movements. Pilates emphasizes the use of the abdominals, lower back, hips, and thighs. Pilates is named for its creator, Joseph Pilates, who developed the exercises in the early 1900s.
A Pilates routine typically includes 25 to 50 repetitive strength training exercises. Pilates is similar to calisthenics, such as situps and pushups. In fact, some people call Pilates the ultimate form of calisthenics.
What are the benefits of Pilates?
By practicing Pilates regularly, you can achieve a number of health benefits, including:
Improved core strength and stability
Improved posture and balance
Improved flexibility
Prevention and treatment of back pain
Sarah believes in functional movement in proper alignment and is passionate about being able to work the body while rehabilitating it. She continues to learn from different Pilates ideologies and enjoys working with clients of all ages and levels. She hopes to teach clients how to move safely and with purpose in a fun atmosphere.
Sarah is also a proud graduate of Central Bucks West high school and Shippensburg University with a BA in Communications /English.
Is Pilates for beginners?
It's a common misconception that Pilates is only for serious athletes or professional dancers. While these groups first adopted Pilates, they aren't the only ones who can benefit from this approach to strength training.
Another common misperception is that Pilates requires specialized equipment. Indeed, when you think of Pilates you probably picture the reformer, an apparatus that resembles a bed frame with a sliding carriage and adjustable springs, or the Cadillac, a type of trapeze table. The reality is that many Pilates exercises can be done on the floor with just a mat.
