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Classical Pilates Technique: The Complete Mat Workout Series This series introduces you to the classical style of Pilates as was intended by its creator Joseph Pilates. This is not the commercialized version, and is therefore more challenging than other styles of Pilates. This top selling technique program exhibits the following levels: modified basic, basic, intermediate, advanced, and super advanced workouts. All workouts demonstrate the purely classical forms of Joseph Pilates’ method, and are performed in real time with flowing movement, technical clarity, and rhythm. As each exercise is presented, the name and number of repetitions are shown on screen.Classical Pilates technique videos feature two of the most renowned Pilates professionals in the world, master instructor Bob Liekens and commentator Alycea Ungaro, who uphold the tradition and high ideals of Joseph Pilates original New York City Studio, which began during the 1920s. This DVD serves to preserve the original, classical method in the face of current challenges. Each exercise is performed flawlessly, in real-time, and in correct sequence. If you already have a foundation in the principles of this exercise method, then this is the DVD to buy to further your ability. It’s not watered down, slowed down, or commercialized; it’s just Pilates the way Joseph Pilates created it.While there’s nothing flashy about this DVD, it is an invaluable tool (and the best) for those who are interested in more than the latest fad. Winner of the COMMUNICATOR AWARDS- 2003 AWARD OF DISTINCTION As a winner of this award Classical Pilates Inc. joins an exclusive list of video professionals who are recognized as the best within the industry.PresentersBOB LIEKENS, Master Instructor, moved from his native Belgium in 1983 to NYC to further explore his dance career and begin his Pilates training at the original studio. He pursued studies at the Graham Center for Contemporary Dance, where he became one of the first certified instructors in the technique in 1991 and taught at the school for two years. In 1986, Romana Kryzanowska invited Bob to teach the Pilates method, and he has been teaching under her inspiration ever since. In 1993, he was instrumental in building her Teacher Trainer Certification Program, and he co-created the Training Manual and originated the current exam system. Bob is invited both nationally and internationally to conduct teacher training seminars, workshops and continuing education programs. In fall 2000, he joined the team of the Power Pilates Studio in NYC. Bob’s reputation for teaching the Pilates method with unique brilliance, clarity, inspiration and comprehensiveness is renowned among the most experienced professionals in the field. ALYCEA UNGARO, Commentator, is a licensed physical therapist, as well as founder and director of the Pilates Center of New York – Tribeca Bodyworks, New York’s largest Pilates center. Alycea began studying Pilates at the age of 14 while attending New York City Ballet’s prestigious School of American Ballet. After a decade of increasing proficiency in Pilates, she became certified by master instructor Romana Kryzanowska. In 1995 Alycea established Tribeca Bodyworks, a studio dedicated to teaching the classic techniques developed by Joseph Pilates. Here she has personally trained Madonna, Uma Thurman, Matthew Modine, and many others. Alycea is the author of two books, Portable Pilates (2000) and Pilates Body in Motion (2002). PETER FIASCA, Director & Soloist, is from Southern California and began the Pilates method with Phoebe Higgins in NYC in 1988. He was certified by Romana Kryzanowska in 1998 and continues to study with Romana and Bob. Peter has demonstrated Pilates home exercise equipment on QVC since 1997, and has been an on-air guest co-host at QVC and Canada’s Home Shopping Channel. During 2000-01, he filmed Pilates videotapes with Romana, which are sold on QVC and around the world. Peter’s reputation for teaching Joseph Pilates’ truly ‘classical’ technique has attracted many clients and other certified instructors to continue their training with him in NYC and at his studio near Philadelphia, PA. As a licensed Ph.D. psychologist, Peter is a true believer in physical and mental fitness for everyone.