Pilates at the Pillow™ is a three-day conference for pilates teachers at the historic Jacob’s Pillow and at Joe’s original studio in Becket, MA. Created by Sean Gallagher and Elaine Ewing, Pilates at The Pillow™ was developed to research and define and refine the standard of The Art and Science of Contrology through workshops based on archival documentation and scientific research.

Pilates at The Pillow™, The Pilates Source™, and Sean Gallagher are working to fulfill the vision Joe had for the study of his method and use of his property in the Berkshires- for the first time in history, Joe’s wishes are coming to fruition, thanks to teachers like you from all lineages who remain curious and devoted to upholding, learning, and teaching his method as he intended. The Pilates Source is excited to provide the opportunity for pilates teachers from around the world to study and practice together in this historic location.

Pilates at the Pillow™ is Dedicated to Pilates and Its History with Events Focused On:

Re-Introducing Lost Apparatus

Pilates at The Pillow™ is known for being first in the pilates world to re-introduce lost apparatus, invented by Joe, as well as his teachings that have not been taught since he passed over 50 years ago. We do this both in workshop and experiential forms and incorporate both original apparatus and reproductions.

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Supporting Community Interest in Joe’s Original Method

Pilates at The Pillow™ and The Pilates Source™ have initiated the recent resurgence of interest within the pilates community to learn about Joe’s original method by providing attendees with many different opportunities at the conference.

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Listen to the Interviews

In these interviews with Darien from the “All Things Pilates” radio show, Sean Gallagher and Elaine Ewing discuss Pilates at The Pillow™, the project to restore Joe’s original Studio, historical pilates, the archival Ped-o-Pul, and The Resister!

NEW INTERVIEW “Elaine Ewing: Archival Pilates Expert.”

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Listen to “Elaine Ewing: Archival Pilates Expert” with Elaine Ewing, recorded on 7/7/2019 (25:02)

Listen to “Pilates at the Pillow™” with Elaine Ewing, recorded on 10/14/2018 (24:27)

Listen to “Sean Gallagher, Physical Therapist/Pilates Instructor” recorded on 8/26/18 (25:56)

Listen to “Archival Pilates” with Elaine Ewing, recorded on 6/24/2018 (24:48)

In the Press

Read about Pilates at The Pillow™ in Pilates 4 You Journal, a twice-yearly Pilates publication that covers news in the Pilates community of historical value, as well as detailed biographies on one Pilates Elder per issue.

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April 17-19, 2020

THE NEW SCIENCE AND LOST ART OF JOE’S CORRECTIVE WORK™:
Interconnecting the Spine, Extremities, and Powerhouses Using the Spine Corrector

Now accepting applications. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.

A three-day weekend conference for pilates teachers at the historic Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival and at Joe’s original studio in Becket, MA. Be one of 40 teachers from around the world to study at The Pilates Source™.

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SEPT 25-27, 2020

The New Science and Lost Art of Apparatus Off the Guillotine™

Now accepting applications. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received.

A three-day weekend conference for pilates teachers at the historic Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival and at Joe’s original studio in Becket, MA. Be one of 40 teachers from around the world to study at The Pilates Source™.

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LOCATED AT JACOB’S PILLOW

Pilates at the Pillow™ is held at the Jacob’s Pillow in Becket, Massachusetts where Joe Pilates taught his historical and now-famous mat classes and had a studio on his nearby property. Once a hard-scrabble mountaintop farm, Jacob’s Pillow is now a home for international dance.

Perles Family Studio

Most workshops and classes are held in the gorgeous, new Perles Family Studio.

Joseph Pilates Becket Studio

Experience Joseph Pilates’ original studio (currently being renovated) where workshops and tours take place.

An amazing feeling – to go to The Pilates Source™ and stand where Joe stood!

Pilates at The Pillow™ Tour of Joseph Pilates’ Original Property

Pilates at the Pillow™ Photo Gallery

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Discovering Joe’s Lost Apparatus

Pilates at The Pillow™ has been focused on the reintroduction of Joe Pilates’ “lost apparatus.” Read on, to learn more about each piece of apparatus and how to purchase your own.

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