Classes & Workshops
NEW CLASSES
BETTER BALANCE & EASY WALKING: Small Group Class (6-8 maximum-Note: Only 3 spaces left ) at Tatami Multi Arts, El Cerrito
Mondays, 7:15-8:15pm, Feb 27-Mar 19
Four classes + Three Individual Sessions
In this course we will explore movement lessons that improve your ability to twist and look around yourself, increase mobility in feet, knees, and hips, and learn how the pelvis can be the center of control to improve balance and walking. Lessons are done lying, sitting, standing and walking. The goal of the course is to increase bodily awareness and provide you tools you can use to balance better, walk more easily, and have a more active life. This course will help you:
• Sharpen reflexes, improve balance, prevent falls
• Gain confidence and become more active
• Experience walking as a free-flowing action
• Discover your natural stride
The combination of small group and individual sessions guarantees a lot of individual feedback and time to learn how to improve your balance and make walking easier.
COST: four classes + three individual 60 minute sessions = $280
Preregistration is required. Call 510-619-9223, or email:
Send check payable to:
Ernie Adams,
1164 Solano Ave.,
Suite. 164,
Albany CA 94706
MAP/LOCATION: Tatami Multi Arts, 9951 San Pablo Ave., (second floor), El Cerrito, CA 94530. Across from El Cerrito Plaza (between Fairmount & the Plaza entrance)
BACKBONE: Small Group Class (4-6 participants) at El Cerrito Fitness
Fridays, 11-12pm, March 9-30
Four classes + Three Individual Sessions
Backbone is about developing spinal stability and flexibility for people recovering from back injury or experiencing back pain. We use Pilates Mat and Apparatus exercises tailored to each student's needs.
Having a small group (4-6 students), plus Three Individual Sessions, guarantees a lot of individual feedback and time to learn how to take care of yourself.
COST: four classes + three individual 60 minute sessions = $280
Preregistration is required. Call 510-619-9223, or email:
Send check payable to:
Ernie Adams,
1164 Solano Ave.,
Suite. 164,
Albany CA 94706
Register online:
Note: For PayPal payments either at this site or through your PayPal account, there is a $9 processing fee ($280 + $9) = $289 Total Payment with online registration for Backbone class.
MAP/LOCATION: El Cerrito Fitness, Pilates & Personal Training, 10833 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
USER FRIENDLY PILATES (mixed-level)
USER FRIENDLY PILATES is an innovative approach integrating Pilates, Yoga, Feldenkrais®, and Dance. Discover how to exercise with the proper awareness and mental focus to get fit without getting hurt and improve performance in dance, sports and martial arts. Private Sessions also available.
EL CERRITO CLASS at Tatami Multi Arts
Mondays, 6-7pm, Feb 27-April 16 (No Class April 9)
Seven class series, *$84 ($15 drop-in)
Mats provided.
*$20 DISCOUNT if you bring your Significant Other or family member ($148 total for two)
REGISTRATION: Send check payable to
Ernie Adams
1164 Solano Ave.
Suite 164, Albany CA 94706
You can also Pay ONLINE (see PayPal Button Below) or at the class if necessary. Pre-registration is encourage to guarantee a space.
INFO: 510-619-9223 • •
MAP/LOCATION: Tatami Multi Arts, 9951 San Pablo Ave., (second floor), El Cerrito, CA 94530. Across from El Cerrito Plaza (between Fairmount & the Plaza entrance)
ONLINE REGISTRATION for El Cerrito class:
1 person, 7 sessions, $84 + $3 processing fee = $87 OR
1 person + S/O or Family member, $148 ($20 discount) + $4 processing fee = $152
ALBANY CLASS at Albany Community Center
Wednesdays 5:45-6:45 pm, Feb 29-Apr 18
Seven classes, $86 residents/$96 non-residents
Mats provided.
NOTE: If you miss a class because of a scheduling conflict you will have an opportunity to make it up at my Monday El Cerrito class.
REGISTRATION:
Credit Card: (510) 524-9283
In Person (Mon.-Tues. 8:30am-6:30pm/Wed.-Thur. 8:30am-5pm/Friday 8:30am-12 noon).
Checks to City of Albany.
MAP/LOCATION: Albany Community Center (Main Hall), 1249 Marin Ave.(at Masonic), Albany.
INFO: 510-619-9223 •
OAKLAND CLASSES at Kaiser, Oakland
INTRO TO PILATES
CLASS IS FULL - New class begins in March. Please sign up at least four weeks before sessions begins to secure a space.
Thursdays, 5:15-6:15 pm
Beginning Jan. 12, eight classes
$60 members/$85 non-members ($10/$12 drop-in first class only)
Mats provided.
Class size limited to 14, so register early since the class often sells out in advance)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 510-752-7868 (Kaiser, Oakland )
Behavioral Medicine
Building A, 2nd Floor
3900 Broadway
Oakland CA 94611
INTRO TO PILATES
CLASSES IS FULL—Please sign up at least four weeks before sessions begins to secure a space.
Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm,
Beginning Feb 9, eight classes
$60 members/$85 non-members ($10members/$12 non-member drop-in, first class only. Mats provided.
Class size limited to 12, so register early since the class often sells out in advance.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 510-752-7868 (Kaiser, Oakland )
Behavioral Medicine
Building B, Stone Room
3900 Broadway
Oakland CA 94611
About Ernie Adams
Ernie Adams is a Pilates Instructor and Feldenkrais® Movement Educator, with an extensive background as a professional dancer. He also has 17 years' experience collaborating with physical therapists to treat orthopedic, neurological, dance and sports related injuries. He presents a safer way to learn Pilates. Ernie’s classes involve hard work, "feeling the burn", and also finding an easier way to get stronger without getting hurt. In addition to teaching at Albany and Kensington Community Centers, Ernie teaches classes for Kaiser, Oakland.
INFORMATION or APPOINTMENT 510/619-9223,
Individual Feldenkrais® & Pilates Sessions
Individual sessions can help get rid of that pain in your back, make walking easier, improve balance, and enhance athletic ability.
MULTI-SESSION DISCOUNTS!
1 Session: $85
5 x sessions: $375 (pre-paid)
10 x sessions: $700 (pre-paid)
Usually one session is enough to tell if this work can help you. You will receive valuable feedback and an assessment about your needs.
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Schedule a Presentation or Class!!
Ernie Adams is currently organizing his 2012 presentations and class schedule for businesses, clinics, wellness centers, case managers, schools. To arrange a presentation under any of the topics below, or to request one tailored to your groups needs, please contact Ernie Adams: 510/619-9223 or
- Balance/Walking/Fitness
- Pilates/Dancing
- Back Care/Chronic Pain
- Rehabilitation Stroke/ Brain Injury/ Multiple Sclerosis
- Injury Prevention On The Job
