Motion Studies Pilates-physical

Mary Ripper Baker

Mary is the owner of Motion Studies and is a Certified Pilates Instructor. She was introduced to the methods of Joseph H. Pilates, Laban Movement Analysis, and Bartenieff Fundamentals during her training at Texas Christian University where she earned a BFA in Modern Dance. Mary started teaching Pilates at the Eastside Studio (Pilates Concepts) in her hometown of Houston. She continued her studies with teachers trained by Romana Krysanowska, an original disciple of Joseph Pilates and designer of the original Physical Mind Institute curriculum. Upon arriving in Colorado Springs and training with Gail Gustafson and Jeff Bickford, she completed her advanced certification in ‘Art of Movement’ observation techniques, analyses and fundamental movement patterning as applied to the system of Joseph H. Pilates. Mary’s wealth of Pilates knowledge grows as she continues her education with teachers from Stott, Polestar, BASI, and Balanced Body University to name a few.

Mary is also a professional dancer and teacher with an extensive knowledge of anatomical/kinesthetic principles which allow her to bring a keen understanding of movement to her work. Mary began teaching dance in 1989 and has experience teaching all levels from beginners to professionals and Olympic athletes. Her experience offers students a variety of teaching techniques that helps them fully appreciate their bodies in motion.

Along with owning and operating Motion Studies since 2000, Mary performs with Ormao Dance Company, is adjunct dance faculty at Pikes Peak Community College, choreographs for the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center Theatre Company, and is the proud mother of two.

PILATES AT MOTION STUDIES

Motion Studies is a balanced center for movement, awareness, and training for the mind, body, and spirit. We synthesize many movement systems to observe, analyze and design your private sessions which are tailored to your individual needs. You will be carefully guided through each private and semi-private session on the Pilates equipment with focus on alignment, breathing, strengthening, stretching, somatic awareness and body/mind dynamics.

Group movement classes are taught in the enclosed studio space which features a sprung dance floor. Pilates mat work and a variety of yoga and movement classes are continually offered. The services of Licensed Massage Therapists are also available in our private treatment rooms.