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Core News
February 2010: Plan Ahead for
Certification This Spring
Certification
Classes Start April, 2010 If you are interested in pursuing the
certification program, remember time flies and training will be upon us
before we know it. See our 'Education' webpage for more
info, or download the Certification schedule, prerequisites and tuition info.
January 2010: Happy New YOU!
Another new year is upon us, so we reflect on the
past and hope for the future. Many of us have had setbacks in the last
year, but it is our human nature to look towards a future where the
pain of the past year's losses will be lessened by new and positive
experiences. Words cannot express how grateful we are to have such a
wonderful community of friends, clients and teachers at our studio.
Thanks to you we now enter our 6th year serving the Lowcountry. You
truly have made Core Essentials a special place that holds its arms
open to all those who seek to improve health. Let us continue to help
you keep your resolve in 2010!
January 2010: Early Morning Classes
A Big Hit!
The Tuesday and Thursday 6:15 am classes have been
very popular and consistently filled. If you are interested in adding
early Monday and Wednesday morning group classes, please let us
know.....We will add based on demand.
January 2010: 20% OFF Far
Infrared Sauna Packages
Dr. Oz has extolled the virtues of infrared saunas. According to Dr.
Oz, using the infrared sauna can raise your metabolism, burn calories
and help you sweat out environmental toxins. Read more about it
here. Read more about it here. Jump start your
health....And Save 20% on sauna packages in January!
And remember first-timers get a FREE 10-day trial! Call today to
schedule your sessions.
 
January 2010: Free Water Bottle w/
$200 Purchase

Spend
$200 on a lesson package in January, get a FREE Eco-friendly aluminum
water bottle! Keep your resolve to stay hydrated....while supplies last
only!
December 2009: 40% Off
Prana Clothing Sale Continues!
Our 40% off special for the month of October has proven so successful,
we are continuing the promotion until??? Come on in
and pick out your stylish and comfortable prAna clothing-- at
these prices, it won't last long!
November 2009:
Thank You for Joining us in Supporting Race for the Cure
October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Core
showed its support by decorating the storefront as part of the
Lowcountry Pink for the Cure campaign. We marked
down our stylish and comfortable Prana clothing to 40% OFF,
with 15% of the proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Lowcountry Race
for the Cure charity. Thanks for your support!
October 2009:
Welcome Junior Instructor Karen Jones to the Staff
of Core Essentials!

Originally
from Atlanta, Karen has always been active, running in many
races including the NYC marathon, suffering foot injury along the way.
She turned to Pilates 6 years ago as a way to prevent further
injury
yet continue to stay active and strong. Karen says,
"I have seen
first hand that ANY body can become stronger and balanced through
physical awareness. I am honored to be teaching at
Core Essentials
and look forward to helping others realize the full potential of their
own body." Please call to schedule your first FREE private
session
with Karen today.
July 2009: New Group Classes Added!
Group Reformer classes available, call now for
details and to reserve your spot! Also, please check the Schedule/Rates webpage for recent
schedule update.
June 2009: Personal Intensive
Workshops Now Available!
We now offer one-on-one personal workshop intensives. Get a
personalized program based on the teachings of our Certification
Program... 2-4 hour sessions available. Provided by Senior Instructors
Buffy Gillespie and Danielle Armstrong. At Core Essentials, you're
always Number 1 with us!
June 2009: Core Essentials Named
Official Pilates Provider for Cenegenics® Carolinas
Cenegenics Carolinas is a first class medical institute based in
Charleston, S.C., that helps patients manage the aging process through
a personalized plan of exercise, vitamin and mineral supplementation,
nutrition and hormone optimization. Core was selected due to its
excellence in specialized personal attention for each client. Read more
about the Cenegenics program here.
April 2009: Core Essentials' Growth
Featured in Natural Awakenings Magazine
The April issue of Natural Awakenings features Core's newest
instructors as well as instructor/owner Buffy Gillespie's views on how
Pilates awareness has helped Core succeed. Page 18 also features the
strength of Jon H., one the students enrolled in our Classical
Comprehensive Certification program.
April 2009: Core Essentials
Summverville Location Celebrates its 1st Year!
Its hard to believe that our Summerville location has been open a year
already! A small but enthusiastic crowd helped us ring in this
momentous milestone. The party featured terrific food by The Eclectic
Chef, groovy live jamz with the Louie D. Project, relaxing chair
massages by David Secrest, intriguing readings by tarot master Franklyn
Smith, with floral decorations by On A Limb. Thanks to everyone who
braved the weather to celebrate with us on April 2nd.
March 2009: Owner/Instructor Buffy
Gillespie Featured in the Post and Courier
Buffy was profiled in the local newspaper on the eve of Core
Essentials' 5th Anniversary party. The article was part of the
appropriately named 'Moxie' section. You can read the article here.
March 2009: Core Essentials
Celebrates 5 Years of Pilates Excellence in the Lowcountry
!!!
Clients, friends new and old, family members all came together to
celebrate Core's first 5 years in the Lowcountry. The Fabulous 5th Bash
held March 28th was a terrific success, featuring funky live jazz with
the Louie D. Project, Tasty hors d'oeuvres and gelato by Chef Paolo,
photography exhibit by Jessica Koenig, soothing chair massages by David
Secrest and Dolly, tarot card readings by Franklyn Smith, and decadent
Limoncello by Verdi. Thanks to everyone who attended and we look
forward to partying with you again!
March 2009: Core Essentials Full
Certification Program Underway!
Our Classical Comprehensive Certification program
is designed to teach you how to be an instructor of the traditional
Pilates method for the Mat and Apparatus. Key fundamentals of anatomy,
physiology and theory of movement serve as the basis of the training.
February 2009: Core Essentials
Welcomes Teachers Rachel Greene, Jenny Renken, and Tia
Stanley to the Staff!!!
We are pleased to announce the addition of four new teachers to our
roster. Please call today to check for instructor availability and to
set up your initial free private lesson.
Instructor Rachel Greene
was recently certified in the the In Balance Pilates Studio
Certification program, and she is mat certified from the Pilates
Certification Center in Raleigh, NC. Rachel was also the first person
in Charleston to achieve Advanced Instructor Certification from Pilates
for Golf™.
Instructor Jenny Renken
is newly certified through the In Balance Pilates Program. Jenny is not
new to teaching, having been an elementary school teacher for several
years. Her patience and experience has taught her to recognize and
adapt for the various learning abilities of her Pilates clients.
Junior Instructor Tia Stanley
was recently certified through the In Balance Program. Tia also has a
background in teaching; in this case middle school students. After
trying various exercise regimens, she found that Pilates was the best
fit for her, and she has remained dedicated to Pilates for the last
seven years.
February 2009: Congratulations to
Our New Certification Graduates!!!

Front Row L to R: Traci
Vedsted, Rachel Greene, Terry Hamilton
Back Row L to R: Tia
Stanley, Owner Buffy Gillespie, Jenny Renken, Instructor Carrie Pages
We are happy to announce that all 5 students who went through the In
Balance Pilates Studio Certification program, taught by
Carrie Pages and sponsored by Core Essentials, passed their final tests
and are now fully certified on the mat and machines. They underwent
hundreds of hours of instruction, practice and observation to achieve
their goals. We offer our thanks and congratulations to Rachel Greene,
Terry Hamilton, Jenny Renken, Tia Stanley, Traci Vedsted for all of
their hard work and effort. Also, many thanks to the friends and
clients who served as 'guinea pigs' for the students during their
training. Terry, Jenny, and Tia are all now available
for booking at Core Essentials, so call today to set up an appointment.
February 2009: Core Essentials is on
Facebook!
Please join us online at the 'Core Essentials Pilates' Facebook Group.
Updates on Core's news, events, pictures, and chat topics are open to
anyone and everyone on Facebook. We hope you will be our Facebook
Friends!
January 2009: Core Essentials First
Mind Your Body Workshop a Success

Front Row L to R: Jessica
K., Owner Buffy Gillespie, Donna C.
Back Row L to R: Keelea F.,
Karen N., Franklyn Smith
Not pictured : Marti
Chitwood
We had a small but enthusiastic turnout for our first workshop in the
new space. The workshop featured 'Balance in Pilates' with Senior
Instructor Buffy Gillespie, 'Benefits of Far-Infrared Sauna and Ionized
Water' with Marti Chitwood, Certified Clinical Nutrionist and
Registered Dietician, and 'Emotional Balance' with Franklyn Smith, MSW,
LISW-CP, licensed therapist and Reiki Master.
Check back for upcoming workshops!
January 2009: Introducing Free 2nd
Saturday Mat Classes
You read that right! Core Essentials is now hosting free group mat
classes on the second Saturday of each month, 10:00am at the
Summerville location only. So bring a
friend or two and come join the fun, what have you got to lose? The
classroom is often packed, so please
call ahead to reserve your space!
January 2009: Core Essentials
Welcomes Terry Hamilton, RN to the Staff!!!
Terry Hamilton, RN joins Core Essentials as an Instructor. Terry
is a Registered Nurse and an active sportswoman with a can-do attitude.
Certified for mat instruction by the Physical Mind Institute in 2002,
Terry is currently wrapping up her Full Certification Program,
sponsored by Core Essentials. Contact us today to book your appointment
with Terry!
January 2009: We'll Help You Keep
That New Year's Resolution
Have you resolved to live a healthier, fitter, stronger life? Then let
us help you reach your goals. Call today for your FREE introductory
session! Maybe you want to help a friend keep his/her
resolution?...Gift Certificates are available year-round, give the gift
of health this year!
January 2009: Core Essentials Flying
High at Chas. Int'l Airport
Core Essentials is featured in a series of clever air travel-themed ads
displayed on kiosks at the Charleston Airport. Look for the kiosks near
the security screening and boarding areas, and let us know if you see
them!
December 2008: Core
Essentials Now Offers Wags™ Pilates Gloves and ToeSox™ Pilates Footwear
We
are pleased to offer these fantastic new products that make Pilates
practice more comfortable. Wags™
feature no-slip palms and a built-in silicone gel pad that is
ergonomically designed to ease wrist pain and stress.

ToeSox™
are unique hygienic alternatives to bare feet. Their
form-fitting five-toe construction, arch support strip and non-slip
sole allow for maximum comfort and stability during workouts.
Remember, these new products along with
our wonderful line of prAna
active wear make wonderful holiday gifts. Stop by to browse
our racks. Gift certificates are available.
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