Ski season is here in McCall, and with the snow (finally!) blanketing the mountains, it’s time to gear up and get ready for ski season! Whether your heart soars on the alpine runs at Brundage Mountain and Tamarack Resort, or you find your rhythm gliding the Nordic tracks at Ponderosa State Park, Bear Basin Nordic … Read more
Here in beautiful McCall, we’re surrounded the stunning Payette Lake and countless mountain trails. Our Gather Pilates Posse is an adventurous bunch, always seeking new ways to connect with nature and elevate their wellness. Studio conversations often buzz with stories of fun adventures, from exploring local hot springs to braving a polar plunge into the … Read more
One of the questions we often get from new Pilates students at Gather Pilates is: How often should I do Pilates? You’ve attended your first class, felt muscles you didn’t even know you had, and experienced that unmistakable ‘Pilates glow.’ Naturally, the next question is: How often should you practice to truly see and feel … Read more
Have you ever looked into a pilates studio and felt like it wasn’t for you? Maybe you saw people in complex poses or moving with a grace that felt out of reach. It’s easy to feel intimidated and turn away. But what if you found a space where the only person you’re measured against is … Read more
As fall arrives, the seasonal transition invites us to embrace the wisdom of Ayurveda, which emphasizes living in harmony with nature’s rhythms. This time of year presents an opportunity to balance the body’s energies and strengthen our immune system. According to Ayurveda, maintaining health involves aligning our lifestyle with the seasonal changes to optimize our … Read more
“If your spine is inflexibly stiff at 30, you are old. If it is completely flexible at 60, you are young.” This insight from Joseph Pilates reminds us just how important spinal health is to looking and feeling our best. A flexible, well-aligned spine isn’t just the key to moving without pain—it’s a reflection of … Read more
I often liken McCall to Narnia, magical with an everlasting winter. For those of us who live here, or spend time vacationing here, getting outside to experience the beauty and adventure of winter is one of the biggest attractions to the area. We are surrounded by breathtaking views and a playground for a variety of … Read more
The new year is often filled with New Years Resolutions, where we promise to do drastic things to lose weight, and finally “get healthy.” We are all capable of making drastic positive change, but resolutions may not be the best path forward. Instead, try slowly introducing positive self-care rituals into your routine. While most of … Read more
The holiday season is a time to celebrate, connect, and give. But, for many of us, it also becomes a whirlwind of to-do lists, schedules, and endless obligations that leave us overwhelmed and never done! Sound familiar? The good news? You don’t have to choose between meeting your responsibilities and maintaining your sanity. A little … Read more
HEY THERE GATHER PILATES POSSE! We are thrilled to be offering our community in McCall expanded programming this fall! Whether your passion lies in dance, self-defense, Pilates, or all of the above, we look forward to having you join the movement with us! At Gather Pilates, we believe in nurturing personal growth and expression through … Read more