From Stacy Sims
Since the last time I wrote this newsletter in mid-December, more than
200,000 people were killed by the tsunami in Asia and India. Scores more die
every day of AIDS in Africa. And then last week, in our own small
client community, we lost a vibrant young woman in the blink of an
eye.
It was obvious last Tuesday evening at the visiting hours for Coleen
Tracey what a tremendous impact Coleen had on people. Hundreds gathered to
pay their respects to the family and friends of this inspiring and vivacious
young woman (read more about Coleen at
http://www.wguc.org/coleen/).
At these moments -- when we are faced with the harsh reality and pain
of loss -- we also come face to face with ourselves. And perhaps, only
then, do we begin to ask the questions that really matter. Are we
living fully today? What do we do to make a difference in other people's
lives? Is it enough?
That's why it was so fulfilling to be able to donate shoes to the
tsunami victims. Thanks to Fleet Feet and instructor Kate Hoge's
organization and pick-up efforts, Fleet Feet was able to gather more than
4,000 pairs of shoes to send to Asia and India.
And that's why it feels so good to be donating to First Step Home at
the end of the month. Please bring us your home goods and personal care
items so we can make a difference to these hard-working women and children.
We will also be making a special donation to First Step Home in Coleen
Tracey's name.
But is this enough? It is enough for today. Tomorrow, we will give
again and over time, it will be enough to make a difference.
And is it selfish to take good care of ourselves when there is so
much suffering in the world? Absolutely not. If we stay strong and centered,
we will more often than not do the next right thing. Complacency
breeds complacency. Mindful, purposeful action breeds mindful,
purposeful action. I am honored to be a part of this growing community
of active and giving men and women.
Stacy Sims
Don't Forget To Take The First
Step!
Let your first step toward a better body help
someone else take their first step toward a better life. Pendleton Pilates
is donating 5% of new client fees received in January to First Step Home.
First Step Home (
www.firststephome.org) is a non-profit,
long-term residential treatment for women recovering from drug and alcohol
addiction. The residence also houses the women's children during their
recovery so they can build healthy lives and new parenting skills with their
family intact.
Please make a donation in January by bringing
any of the following items to the studios: diapers (newborn and up),
personal supplies (toothpaste, lotion, gloves, hats, scarves), items to
begin housekeeping after the women successfully complete the program
(dishes, bed linens, pots and pans, cleaning supplies).
Listen to the Wiz and the Buzz and Win Free
Classes!
Pendleton Pilates has partnered with local radio stations to help
listeners get fit in 2005. The BUZZ (WDBZ 1230 AM) and The WIZ (WIZF
100.9 FM) are asking the "Pendleton Pilates Healthy Trivia" question each
day. You can log onto our website
www.pendletonpilates.com to find
the answers. The 9th caller with the correct answer wins. Tune
in and you could receive an Initial Consultation Series, Single Mat Classes,
Mat Class Packages, our famous "Look Better Naked" t-shirts, and more.
Plus, if you listen carefully, you'll hear our client, Terri Thomas, in her
more notable role as midday diva on the Wiz!
Staying Centered Clients Look Better
Naked
Congratulations to our clients who successfully
completed our "Stay Centered for the Holiday" promotion. Ann Firestone,
April Sherrill, Anne Arnsperger, Ben Clarke, Callie Aichholz, Carolyn
Krause, Cindy Falk, Dan Oppedisano, Denise Oppedisano, Denise Robinson, Don
Durack, Geraldine Wu, Jane McKnight, Janet Schultz, Jessie Hogg, Johanna
McCormick, Julie Courtney, Julie Schmucker, Karen Zieger, Kate York, Kathryn
Durack, Kathy Fecher, Kimberlee Sinclair, Leigh Sullivan, Lisa Carroll, Macy
Harrison, Michael Rhineheimer, Michelle Vollman, Nancy Morgan, Nicole
Methena, Paula Provenzano, Sarah Walthall, Shannon Haury, Suzanne McNaubb,
Tamara O'Callaghan, Tari Frank, Terri Thomas, Tonya Warren and Vickie Noller
all earned free classes in 2005.
A Warm Pendleton Pilates
Welcome To ...
It has been a busy month! Since January
1st, 28 new clients have started with us. We are happy to welcome new
clients Vera Wieck, Karen Mastruserio, Renee Filiatraut, Debbie Manis,
Aja Nixon, Amy Lake, Jessica Eiler, Tara Johnson, Meg Duncan,
Joan Ruttle-King, Missy Wilson, Barb Shapiro, Pam Brisley, Cyndi
Chiaro, Thea Munchel, Karen Burke, Lisa Bomkamp, Brenda Paget,
Adrienne Cowden, Amanda Gavin, Laura Myers, Lupe Rojas-Krol, Dena
David, Jodi Naehring, Sophia McAllister, Rotha Penn, Patrick Gavin, and
Valerie Lewis to Pendleton Pilates.
Teresa Lawson Graduated From Massage School Which
Means ...
. . . Now you can book a massage with Teresa Lawson, our Monday and
Friday morning teacher at the downtown studio! Congratulations to
Teresa and call Shannon (513-478-3232) to book your 60-minute session with
Teresa.
Have You Seen Them? Pendleton Pance Have
Arrived
Sarah, Shannon, Stacy and Melissa have a pair - do you? Client Ann
Firestone made Sarah a pair of these "stupid" pants a month ago and the
Pance Craze began. Check out the selection of these comfortable, stylish
wrap pants at each of the studios. And if you want something you don't see,
we have Ann's contact information so you can specify a custom "Pance."
And remember, each pair of pants sold buys seamstress Ann Firestone
another Pilates session!
New Offerings - Early Bird
Yoga, Artist's Way Yoga and More!
We have exciting new schedule additions.
Beginning Tuesday February 1st, we will be offering Early Bird Yoga at 7 am
downtown. It's an hour of centering to get you ready for your
day. We've also added an 8 am Group Reformer Class and a 9 am Mat
Class downtown beginning Tuesday February 1st.
Need some time to yourself? Donna
Covrett, our Thai Yoga Therapist and Yoga instructor, is offering Private
Yoga sessions at our downtown studio. All sessions are 1 hour
long. The cost is $75 for a Single Session, $325 for 5 Sessions, and
$600 for 10 Sessions. Call Shannon to book your session.
Coming soon, Artist's Way Yoga with the
Pendleton Arts community....We'll send out a notice soon with details!
Refer A
Client, Get A Class
So many of our clients are
coming to us because of your recommendation. Please make sure to tell us if
you have referred someone to our studio and we will give you a free class or
a Pendleton Pilates t-shirt!
And Don't Forget ...
We've got more Reformer and Mat classes than ever, plus Yoga with Donna
Covrett, Thai Yoga and Traditional Massage, Pilates for Golfers, our
world-famous Triple XXX class, Teacher Training, workshops and more.
If you haven't visited us in awhile, make sure to stop by and find out
what keeps us the busiest Pilates studio in the region and why the cast of
Mamma Mia and Chicago work out with us every day when they are in
town!
We Are Getting
Busy!
Please make sure to let us know 24 hours
in advance if you need to cancel a session with us. Our classes are filling
up and those Reformer spots are becoming an increasingly valuable commodity.
And we know that you certainly don't enjoy paying for a class that you were
unable to attend.
Mark your Calendars, Please
Stacy Sims will read and sign Swimming Naked (being released in
paperback on March 1st) on Wednesday, March 9th at 7:00 pm at Joseph Beth
Booksellers at Rookwood Commons and on Friday, March 11th at 7:00 pm at the
West Chester Barnes and Noble.
Also, the Living on Purpose program has expanded its introductory
program to a remarkable, life-changing three day session and a month of
daily, personal coaching. Join Stacy Sims and founder Thomas White on March
11, 12 and 13th, location TBA. The fee is $395. For additional information,
contact Stacy at the studio or Lynn Rohr at 513-774-8105.
Pendleton
Pilates