Lead was the first studio in Canada to offer this amazing class which is part mind-body, part cardio, part strength and totally unique. Easy-to-learn exercises on the CoreAlign® emphasize an upright posture and are designed to improve posture, balance and functional movement. Stand taller and move more efficiently. Your core will get stronger (and by core, we don’t just mean your abs, we mean your front, back and sides of your torso). You will get your heart pumping as we work with an interval-like structure to the class. You will be amazed how quickly your body begins to respond to the CoreAlign exercises. The CoreAlign is a great add-on to your current workout schedule or – it can very easily be a workout on its own.
The CoreAlign creates an environment for your body that will work to ‘undo’ patterns and habits (or old injures that have never been totally fixed) that are starting to cause issues in our activities of daily living. It is great for people with knee and hip issues, SI joint issues and for people who want to stand taller to combat today’s ‘tech neck syndrome’. CoreAlign is a popular class for people recovering from injuries, as well as hockey players, skaters, golfers, runners and other athletes.
Beginner CoreAlign
Lead was the first studio in Canada to offer this amazing class which is part mind-body, part cardio, part strength and totally unique. Easy-to-learn exercises on the CoreAlign® emphasize an upright posture and are designed to improve posture, balance and functional movement. CoreAlign exercises stimulate core stability muscles to fire in perfect timing while performing challenging exercises, very deep stretches and core-controlled aerobic training. In other words, you will feel the burn, get a great stretch and get your heart rate up – it is the perfect class! The CoreAlign is training for life!
Intermediate CoreAlign
Lead was the first studio in Canada to offer this amazing class which is part mind-body, part cardio, part strength and totally unique. Easy-to-learn exercises on the CoreAlign® emphasize an upright posture and are designed to improve posture, balance and functional movement. Stand taller and move more efficiently. Your core will get stronger (and by core, we just don’t mean your abs – we mean your front, back and sides of your torso). You will get your heart pumping as we work with an interval-like structure to the class. You will be amazed how quickly your body begins to respond to the CoreAlign exercises. The CoreAlign is a great add-on to your current workout schedule or – it can very easily be a workout on its own.
Advanced CoreAlign
This ‘by invitation’ class is designed for those clients who are ready to take their CoreAlign practice to the next level! Be challenged with sequences that focus on cardio, strength and flexibility.
Our Pilates Instructors
Desiree Deis
I think what made me fall in love with Pilates is how an exercise that looks simple to do can be the most difficult to achieve correctly. From my background in dance, Pilates compliments dance so well! You work your body from the inside out and I find that feeling to be invigorating! My most rewarding experience since being a part of the Lead team would have to be the expressions left on the clients’ faces after a Pilates class has ended. They are leaving the studio happy, and feeling better than when they arrived.
Melanie Buchko
We sat down with Mel to learn a little bit more about her!
What drew you to Lead?
Mommy and me class after my first baby. I took it again after my 2nd one too!
What do you love most about working with Lead clients?
I love the knowledge that I gain from working with the clients. I enjoy passing on my knowledge that I have gained over the past years both as a client and now as an Instructor.
What’s your favourite class?
6am Equipment – see you there!
What don’t we know about you that you want to share?
I love the ocean. If I get to go anywhere I always want to go straight to the ocean. I love the salt in the air.
Words of Wisdom?
Move
Misty Urbatsch
What drew you to LEAD?
I started Pilates when I was living in Australia, while recovering from a back injury. Before moving to Saskatoon, I did extensive online research on the different Pilates studios in Saskatoon and Lead appealed to me because of all the great class options that were on the schedule. What kept me coming back was the friendly staff, challenging classes, and their ability to translate why I need Pilates in my life every day.
What do you love most about working with clients?
LEAD attracts the best clients! Every single client makes it rewarding to teach Pilates. I love seeing client’s bodies change from class to class, their dedication to moving their bodies better, and hearing about how much they love Pilates and how it is changing their day-to-day lives. Clients remind me why I LOVE PILATES SOOOO MUCH!
What is your favourite class?
My favourite class is the full mat repertoire because of the flow and challenge. I am also in love with the trapeze table because a lot of the mat exercises translate so well on that piece of equipment.
What don’t we know about you that you would like to share?
Joseph Pilates is pretty cool, but I have had a lifelong crush on Jane Fonda.
Do you have any words of wisdom?
Smile. Laugh. Move.
Nicole Loucks
Nicole graduated from Graceland University in Iowa with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Biology/Athletic Training and minors in Health and Spanish. She has over 10 years of experience providing medical coverage, sports taping, and first aid for various athletic events. In a rehabilitation setting, she has worked as a certified Athletic Trainer since 2011, and as a Physical Therapist since 2015.
CoreAlign is a natural fit for Nicole. She has a passion for movement, which is evident in her classes.