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Let me introduce myself...
Hi there,
Thank you for visiting Restoration Pilates and Wellness! My name is Jenna Jones and I am a fully Certified Pilates Instructor and wellness consultant.
I have been a Pilates Instructor for the past 5 years and currently teach Reformer Pilates at Southport Pilates in North Carolina. While having the opportunity to primarily teac
Hi there,
Thank you for visiting Restoration Pilates and Wellness! My name is Jenna Jones and I am a fully Certified Pilates Instructor and wellness consultant.
I have been a Pilates Instructor for the past 5 years and currently teach Reformer Pilates at Southport Pilates in North Carolina. While having the opportunity to primarily teach Reformer Pilates is a dream come true on every level, I opened the Pilates side of my business, formerly named Seaside Pilates to honor how the practice of Mat Pilates, specifically, has really changed my life.
Pilates is a method developed in the early 1920’s by Joseph Pilates and was originally called, Contrology. By connecting the mind to the body and the body to the breath, Pilates offers an opportunity for total transformation of mind, body and soul. I came into the practice back in 2019, on the eve of a pandemic I never saw coming. Finding myself facing one obstacle after another while being excruciatingly far from many friends and all of my family, at times, seemed unbearable.
I had begun Pilates Teacher Training with Club Pilates while holding the position of GM at a brand new studio in March of 2020. With my reformer studio closed and remote classes the only option, pushed to finish my Teacher Training on the mat. And that is where everything changed. Never in my life did I imagine my personal, professional
I had begun Pilates Teacher Training with Club Pilates while holding the position of GM at a brand new studio in March of 2020. With my reformer studio closed and remote classes the only option, pushed to finish my Teacher Training on the mat. And that is where everything changed. Never in my life did I imagine my personal, professional or spiritual life being in such disarray shortly after the pandemic’s onset, but I took it ALL to the mat.
I gave myself the gift of breath, of movement, of joy, of release, of time … the list goes on and on … all on the MAT. Sometimes I did Pilates on the mat to a video, sometimes with folks live on zoom— sometimes with my camera on—sometimes with my camera off sobbing. I came to the mat no matter what. Tired, angry, scared, joyful, excited, unsure … whatever the wind blew in by way of emotions, anything and everything found it’s way on the mat.
Since finishing my Teacher Training, and earning my 500-Hour Comprehensive Certification, I have taught over 2500 sessions across 12 different Club Pilates locations, private classical studios and have trained clients both in one-on-one and remote settings. I truly believe that the practice of Pilates, with its focus on optimizing spine health through core strengthening, has the ability to reshape a person from the inside out. Coupled with the support and love of your Pilates peeps, the sky is really the limit. Please believe, the struggle will ALWAYS BE REAL, and there is always work to be done. But, the practice of Pilates and the Restoration community reminds me that I can do anything I set my mind, body and soul to -- and I hope the practice does the same for you!
I am so excited to be a part of your Pilates journey and am here to answer any and all questions you may have!
Thank you for reading — I hope to see you on the mat real soon!
Community Classes
45 Minute Mat Pilates Class Offerings
*Happy Hour is the perfect ending to a long day sitting at your desk! Are your eyes tired of looking at your computer screen? Pain in the neck, shoulders and hips? This low impact workout will release the tension of the day -- just in time for delicious dinner and a moment on the couch!
*Abs, Arms and Appendages, Oh My! Get your spine realigned, arms moving and abs burning in this full body workout! We will work to strengthen the appendages to add stability to the body and prevent injury moving forward.
*Biscuit Burner is the perfect name for a class that will focus on the getting the core strong and that booty burning!
*Full Body Flow Join me for a full body workout as you cruise into or out of your weekend activities! All movements are geared to reduce pain, strengthen your core and clear your mind of the week's chatter!
*Restoration Station gives your eyes a screen break and your body an opportunity to actively recover muscles and release toxins through gentle and active stretches. This class also offers guidance on foam rolling and trigger
Why Pilates?
Pilates is a low impact movement modality that focuses on aligning the spine through strengthening the core. Pilates can be practiced anywhere and is recommended for all body types as a means to lengthen, strengthen and tighten all of the muscles in your body!
My, My How Things Change!
From Wrightsville Beach to Southport
There was no better place to start Seaside Pilates than Wrightsville Beach, NC. I learned how to swim with my Grandmother in the crystal clear seas around what is now known as the "Oceanic." While parting with the beach that tugs at my heartstrings was sad, it was time, both personally and professionally for me, to settle permanently in Southport. While I am super excited to be cuddled and cozy this fall and winter, I am always eager to get back to moving in the sun and sand! Be on the lookout for live beach-front classes to start back up in the spring and primarily take place on Oak Island. Can't wait to see you all soon!
