Pink Pilates is a physical therapy and Pilates based program for women recovering from breast cancer surgery and related treatment and is designed to help these women regain their physical strength, mobility, endurance and confidence.  The program consists of an initial one-on-one evaluation with Dr. Amy McIver that assesses the participants current physical condition and future needs.  Then Amy will customize a Pilates based fitness program that includes a combination of follow up physical therapy sessions and group Pilates classes with other "Pink Ladies".  

Pink Pilates aims to help participants:
- Improve self confidence
- Regain strength and mobility
- Enhance energy levels
- Re-strengthen core muscles and improve posture
- Enhance physical and mental well-being
- Ease muscular tension
- Possibly reduce risk of lymphedema
- Boost the spirit by uniting women in Wilmington diagnosed with breast cancer!

Why Pink Pilates?

Women who are starting an exercise program after a break from exercise and difficult treatments will find that, with Pink Pilates, you will re-strengthen your core, build strength through your back and chest, restore good posture and increase flexibility throughout your body in a safe, gentle way under the expert eye of physical therapist and certified Pilates instructor Dr. Amy McIver, DPT.  You will also find that because many Pilates exercises are done lying down you'll reduce the risk of overexertion.

Will I always be a "Pink Lady"?

The goal of Pink Pilates is to help each participant ("Pink Lady") re-build their strength and confidence so they can ultimately participate in a mainstream Pilates program at In Balance Pilates Studio.  We hope to have a weekly Pink Pilates group class on the schedule by September 2009 as a way to bring together this community of women.

How do I get started?

All participants will begin with a one-on-one physical therapy evaluation and assessment.  Based on the findings from your evaluation Amy will advise you on the best program for you.  Read below about the rates and make sure you print the coupon below for $25 off the initial evaluation!

Initial Evaluation: $100 for a 50 minute physical therapy and Pilates assessment  by licensed physical therapist Dr. Amy McIver, DPT. 
(print the coupon below for BIG SAVINGS!)

Follow Up Sessions: $65 for a 50 minute one-on-one treatment session based on findings from the initial evaluation.

Group Pink Pilates Sessions: These classes range from $20-$35 per session and bring together all "Pink Ladies" at In Balance.