Includes 2 private sessions and 3 Equipment classes. We will use the 2 private sessions to teach you the fundamentals, with any modifications for your health conditions, and prepare you for classes. Upon completion of the Welcome Package, you can choose one of our Class Memberships to continue coming to classes.
Includes 5 private sessions. This is the ideal package for you if you require focused attention to correct postural issues, movement discomfort, chronic pain or to enhance your athletic performance. Upon completion of the Specialized Package, you might decide to continue with your teacher for more Private sessions and/or join the appropriate classes based on your teacher's recommendation.
Includes 5 private sessions. This is the ideal package for you if you require focused attention to correct postural issues, movement discomfort, chronic pain or to enhance your athletic performance. Upon completion of the Specialized Package, you might decide to continue with your teacher for more Private sessions and/or join the appropriate classes based on your teacher's recommendation.
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We are a team of comprehensively certified Pilates teachers. We have studied under different Pilates schools/ methods like Dianne Miller's, Michele Larsson's, Stott, BASI (Body Arts and Science International), Ron Fletcher, Polestar Pilates, Balanced Body and Body Harmonics.
Having such a wealth of knowledge has made us this unique and cohesive team, where each strives to bring her own outlook and experience to enrich both her fellow teachers and students.
Having such a wealth of knowledge has made us this unique and cohesive team, where each strives to bring her own outlook and experience to enrich both her fellow teachers and students.
A major focus of the Pilates method is alignment and core strength. When alignment is not optimal, the patterns that develop over time can cause undue stress on the musculoskeletal system. Chronic pain in the neck, shoulders and back are often due to this distortion in the body. Pilates works to restore balance in the body by correcting posture, strengthening the core and restoring flexibility.
You will receive a personalized workout designed for you and your body's needs. In these Pilates personal training sessions you will be introduced to the fundamentals of Pilates and to all the equipment that is appropriate for your particular needs. The use of the Reformer is guaranteed and this will allow you to understand more about your posture and how to re-align the body so that it works to its maximum efficiency.
Have you been puzzled by your pain and feel that no matter what you do, it will always be there and will just keep coming back? Have you been feeling that you're not exercising efficiently; that your body is imbalanced and, no matter what you do, your weak side stays weak while your strong side gets stronger?
If you've ever been in pain, chances are you've tried either physiotherapy, Chiropractic treatments, massage therapy, or a combination of all at one point. Well, what if there's a holistic approach that combines all the above in an effective, gentle and non-invasive way? That is Osteopathy.
Osteopathy looks at the body as a whole, seeks to correct imbalances, re-align the spine and mobilize the joints, all by using gentle manual techniques such as Muscle Energy, Soft Tissue Therapy, Somatic Release, Facilitated Positional Release, Joint Mobilization, Cranial Osteopathy, Visceral Manipulation, Fascial Release and more.
Osteopathy looks at the body as a whole, seeks to correct imbalances, re-align the spine and mobilize the joints, all by using gentle manual techniques such as Muscle Energy, Soft Tissue Therapy, Somatic Release, Facilitated Positional Release, Joint Mobilization, Cranial Osteopathy, Visceral Manipulation, Fascial Release and more.
Reviews (7)
Calista Fong
Mar 30, 2020
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Dawn Smyth
Oct 25, 2019
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This studio is fantastic. If you are someone starting or wanting to try Pilates or have done it before I highly recommend this studio. I was here in Ottawa for a few months and wanted to find a place to… continue reformer Pilates. Honestly this studio is top notch. I went over 30 times, the instructors are fantastic. So knowledgeable, give feedback, take into consideration your previous injuries, teach you new techniques to push you. Basma, the owner, has set up many packages for flexibility is accommodating and knows how to set you up for success. I have only been practicing there a few
Sue Horseman Stadnisky
Sep 09, 2019
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I though I had tried pilates in fitness classes... I was wrong. With a number of health issues, I'd almost given up on exercise... so happy I started with semi-private classes with Basma. With her knowledge, and that of all of the fantastic instructors, I now leave class feeling better than when I walked in!
Marianne Jones
Sep 07, 2019
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My husband and I met with the owner, Basma, for 12 semi-private sessions. She is an extraordinary instructor and has a terrific studio (we went to the one in downtown Ottawa). She worked with each of us on specific areas of concern. We benefited tremendously and learned so much. She is extremely knowledgeable and skilled and is a lot of fun. We… worked briefly with two of her other instructors and found them to be terrific also. We were only in Ottawa for the summer, but will return next summer and intend to continue with Basma and her crew. We highly recommend LiveBy Pilates!
Renee Lopez
Feb 01, 2019
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Livebypilates is truly a lifestyle brand. Basma is a great leader and teacher. The classes are fun and challenging and the best part is that they are totally inclusive of many generations, all shapes, sizes, fitness levels and goals. If you are looking for a new community to join, Basma and her team make the transition to pilates exciting and digestable😊
Anne Daya Anandi Stubbs
Sep 06, 2018
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I LOVE Live By Pilates! The reformer exercises have helped me rehab my shoulder, strengthen my core, and hone my mindfulness skills. The Muscle Activation Technique has brought more attention to areas that were weak, and has helped to restore function and encourage realignment. I can feel my glutes firing properly now! Basma and her team are so knowledgeable and helpful, caring and patient. I am pumped to have found this home studio in Kanata and look forward to ongoing classes!
Stephanie Parizeau
Feb 26, 2017
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