Physiotherapy

STUDIO NEWS

Dana and her husband are pleased to announce that they are expecting their 2nd child in mid-July.

Dana will be going off on maternity leave as of June 25th, 2010 and returning in March 2011.

Welcome to ProActive Pilates

We are located in the Kitsilano area in Vancouver, British Columbia. We provide Physiotherapy for core activation and Pilates in a private setting to improve your strength, flexibility and balance.

ProActive Pilates is owned and operated by a registered Physiotherapist.

Private instruction available in the following options: Physiotherapy for Core Activation
Private Pilates

Physiotherapy for Core Activation
(by appointment only)

Dana is away on maternity leave as of June 25th, and will return in March 2011. The search continues for a replacement.

As a registered physiotherapist, as well as Certified STOTT Pilates instructor, we combine the best of both Physiotherapy and Pilates knowledge to specifically target your concerns and/or goals.

Specializing in core activation and stabilization, we can assess and prescribe exercises to treat the following issues: poor posture, urinary incontinence, pelvic girdle & low back pain, instabilities and resulting overuse injuries.

Private physiotherapy instruction is available for clients:

requiring physiotherapy based rehabilitation for core activation and stabilization
wanting individual attention to implement and monitor a core strengthening home program
wanting to increase difficulty by using the Reformer to add resistance once a good foundation has been established

Prices (Effective July 1, 2010)

50 min. session = $110/session
25 min. session = $70/session

Please note: The first appointment is an assessment and must be a 50 min. session.

If you have physiotherapy coverage through an extended health care benefit plan, receipts for private sessions may be submitted for reimbursement.

At least 24 hours notice is required for ALL cancellations of private sessions. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice, or missed appointments, are subject to the session fee.

For more information or to book an appointment, please call 778-839-4415 or contact us at physio@proactivepilates.ca

Core Rehab Class

The Core Rehab class will be on hold as Dana is away on maternity leave as of June 25th, with plans to return in March 2011.

This is a small group class taught by physiotherapists, for individuals with prior low back/pelvis/ hip injuries. Core muscle activation and stabilization exercises are taught with hands-on corrections and are progressed into functional activities. The class would be part of a maintenance exercise program to help prevent re-injury. This class is not appropriate for clients with acute injuries.

Please note: Prior assessment by the physiotherapist must be completed to determine eligibility into the small group setting.
Minimum of 3 clients required for class to run. Maximum of 8. Classes may be started mid-session, depending on interest.

The current session ends on June 24th.

Cost: $35 per 50 min. class when you register for a session

Level 1 = New beginner

Wed. 7-7:50pm -1 class/week for 8 wk session=$280

Level 2 = Completed Level 1 or approved by Dana

Thurs. 5-5:50pm - 8 weeks = $280
Tues. 10-10:50am - 8 weeks = $280 - FULL
Drop-in Fee = $45/class

If you have physiotherapy coverage through an extended health care benefit plan, these receipts may be submitted for reimbursement. Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

For more information or to register please call 778-839-4415 or contact us at physio@proactivepilates.ca

Physio Stretch Class - not currently running
The Physio Stretch class is a small group class taught by a physiotherapist. The class will provide stretches for the entire body in a safe and relaxing environment. The physiotherapist will educate you on the most appropriate stretches for your specific injuries/issues, and to improve your posture. The class is ideal for anyone who has injured themselves previously doing stretches or yoga, has been informed that stretching will improve their injury or prevent re-injury or simply wants to improve their flexibility under a physiotherapist's supervision.

If you have physiotherapy coverage through an extended health care benefit plan, these receipts may be submitted for reimbursement. Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Please note: Prior assessment by the physiotherapist must be completed to determine eligibility into the small group setting. Call 604-714-0999 to set up an assessment appointment.

Prices: $35 per 50 min. class when you register for a session

For more information please call 778-839-4415 or contact us at physio@proactivepilates.ca. To register online, click here.

Private Pilates
(by appointment only)

Private instruction from Marlene Amado, Stephanie McCann or Tara Wilson is available for clients:

wanting more individual attention to monitor and improve on pilates technique
wanting a more thorough and personalized introduction to pilates principles and technique before joining mat classes
wanting to increase difficulty by using the Reformer to add resistance and increase core activation and stabilization once a good foundation has been established

Private instruction is available on the mat or the V2Max Reformer. The Reformer (see photo below) is a piece of pilates resistance equipment allowing for increased core stabilization once a good foundation has been established.

Prices (Effective July 1, 2010 - HST included)

Private session = $90/session
Private package = 5 for $400

All private pilates sessions are 1 hour in length. No physiotherapy receipts provided.

At least 24 hours notice is required for ALL cancellations of private sessions. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice, or missed appointments, are subject to the session fee of $80-$90.

For more information or to book an appointment, please call 778-839-4415 or contact us at physio@proactivepilates.ca

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