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"Welcome" page containing news and information about Jillian Hessel and her B.E.A.M. Fundamentals approach to teaching Pilates.
Meet Jillian
Learn about Jillian Hessel's background as a "true Pilates master."
Biography
Virtual media kit: profile of a Pilates "teacher's teacher."
B.E.A.M. Technique
The meaning of Breathe - Energize - Align - Move.
Recent Press
PRESS CLIPPINGS — PAGE 1:
- Pilates Style
April 2007- New York Times
February 22, 2007- Pilates Style
January/February 2007- Pilates Style
October 2006- Pilates Style
July/August 2006- Pilates Style
May/June 2006PRESS CLIPPINGS — PAGE 2:
- O — The Oprah Magazine
January 2006- Shape
November 2005- Fitness
November 2005- Pilates Style
September/October 2005- Cooking Light
September 2005- ePregnancy
November 2004- Yoga Journal
March 2004- Cooking Light
January 2004- Gaiam Lifestyle
2003 Premiere IssuePRESS CLIPPINGS — PAGE 3:
- Cooking Light
October 2003- Yoga Journal
December 2000- Los Angeles Magazine
January 1998- Big Beautiful Woman
April 1995- Cooking Light
March 1995- Prevention
July 1994- Glamour
April 1994- Los Angeles Reader
June 1993- Los Angeles Magazine
January 1993Testimonials
Feedback from people who have used Jillian's Pilates videos, DVDs and books, from her students, and from other teachers.
- Complete text of a long testimonial from a student.
- Complete text of a long testimonial from a customer.
- Complete text of a long testimonial from a Pilates Master.
- Complete text of a long testimonial from a Pilates instructor.
About Pilates
History and information about the exercise method developed by Joseph Pilates.
Introduction to Pilates
The Method described.
About Joseph Pilates
Life and times of a fitness innovator.
Pilates A to Z
Glossary of Terms
Beyond Pilates
Comparison and application of Pilates to other spheres of activity.
Visit Our Store
Product Catalog
Pilates books, videos, and DVDs are available for purchase online here.
Pilates Basics
About the book, with links to...
Page Previews: 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 6
Text Excerpts: 1 • 2 • 3Pilates for Beginners
About the DVD, with links to video clips and a gallery of still images.
Pilates Basics Combo Kit
About the deluxe set, which includes the Pilates Basics book and Pilates for Beginners DVD.
Pilates Powerhouse Workout
About the DVD, with links to video clips and a gallery of still images.
A.M. & P.M. Pilates Mat Workouts
About the DVD.
Pilates Lower Body Workout
About the DVD (also available in VHS), with links to video clips and a gallery of still images.
Learning from Two Masters
About the two-DVD set, based on the work of Kathy Grant and Carola Trier, with link to a printable sample page from the included teacher's manual.
Carola Shares
About the DVD — a video recording of a two-day Pilates workshop by Carola Trier.
Cadillac Techniques
About the DVD and accompanying handbook.
Intermediate/Advanced Matwork
About the video.
Step Barrel/Spine Corrector
About the DVD.
Magic Circle Routines
About the DVD.
A.M. Pilates Mat Workout
About the video.
Order Form
Download this PDF to order by mail or fax.
Book a Session
Schedule a personal training session with Jillian Hessel.
Availability & Rates
Workshop Schedule
Dates and locations of Pilates-related workshops with Jillian.
Calendar of Upcoming Workshops
Archive of Recent Events
Pilates Resources
Workouts, articles, photos, and Pilates-related links.
Overview
Introduction to resources available on the site.
Featured Workouts
Simple exercises to get you started:
Video Clips
Online library of free Pilates video clips, including:
- Jillian Hessel on FOCUS
- Jillian Hessel on ALIGNMENT
- Joseph Pilates WORKING OUT
- Excerpts from Pilates for Beginners
Clip 1: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 2: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 3: high-speed • dial-up- Excerpts from Pilates Powerhouse Workout
Clip 1: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 2: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 3: high-speed • dial-up- Excerpts from Pilates Lower Body Workout
Clip 1: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 2: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 3: high-speed • dial-up- Excerpts from Learning from Two Masters
Clip 1: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 2: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 3: high-speed • dial-up
Clip 4: high-speed • dial-up- Excerpt from Cadillac Techniques
Clip: high-speed • dial-up- Excerpt from Step Barrel/Spine Corrector DVD
Clip: high-speed • dial-up- Excerpt from Magic Circle Routines DVD
Clip: high-speed • dial-upImage Gallery
Photo slideshows featuring Pilates moves and techniques, including:
- Jillian Hessel Dance Photos
- Pilates Apparatus Demos
- Joseph Pilates Cadillac
- Pilates for Beginners Video Stills
- Powerhouse Workout Video Stills
- Lower Body Workout Video Stills
- Magic Circle Routines Video Stills
Selected Articles
- Do You Believe in Magic?
- Foot Fitness
- Pilates Principles
- Pilates abs — no machines required
- Pilates Q & A
- Foreword to The Beginner's Guide to Pilates
- The Other Mat
- Personal Coach: Pilates with link to PDF
- Beaming In to Pilates
Recommended Reading
Pilates-related books to read for students and teachers.
Pilates Links
Other Pilates websites worth visiting.
Contact Us
How to reach us.
Location
Mailing address, phone and fax numbers, and email.
Customer Care
Merchant policy, including information about Jillian Hessel Pilates, payment options, privacy and security, shipping rates for orders, CA sales tax, and return policy.
Terms of Use
Fitness safety tips and site disclaimers.
Site Map
Table of Contents for the site (where you are now).
