Pilates studio celebrates first anniversary in Camarillo

Leslie Brangham, owner/ trainer of Just Breathe Pilates, recently celebrated the oneyear anniversary of her studio. The studio offers small classes, a personalized teaching style, an intimate studio setting and a user-friendly atmosphere.

Pilates is a system of mindbody exercise evolved from the principles of Joseph Pilates. The system emphasizes proper breathing and correct spinal and pelvic alignment that builds strength without excess bulk. The exercises concentrate on smooth flowing movement and correct form.

Brangham began as a student in 1998. She holds three full certifications in the Pilates method from Tiahrt Training, Pilates Sports Center and Polestar Education. She is pursuing another certification in Restorative Exercise.

Brangham's goals for the studio are to continue to educate and inform her clients about fitness and health issues. She is focused on the link between exercise and the prevention of disease as it relates to scoliosis, osteoporosis and women's health issues. This fall she will offer classes in Restorative Exercise as developed by Katy Santiago.

Just Breathe Pilates offers reformer classes with a maximum of four students, early mornings, noon and evenings during the week as well as morning classes on Saturdays. Private sessions are also available by appointment.

The studio is at 3639 Las Posas Road, Ste. E115, Camarillo. For further information, visit www.justbreathepilates.net or call (805) 482-7110.