Contrology Handbook

The Contrology Handbook is a unique guide that reveals the philosophy and secrets of the Pilates method to its readers. Written by Sandy Shimoda, owner of Vintage Pilates, the book pays tribute to first-generation Pilates instructor Jay Grimes.

Targeted at practitioners of the Contrology method developed by Joseph Pilates, the book focuses on explaining its unique features and the ways to achieve intended results. It’s an excellent resource for both professionals and Pilates enthusiasts eager to delve into the details of this technique.

The hardcover book contains 104 pages and includes 28 original illustrations and graphics. It serves as an essential knowledge source and a constant reference point for any Pilates practitioner.

Based on Jay Grimes’s work with Joe and Clara Pilates, the guide covers key aspects of Contrology, including:

• an explanation of Joseph Pilates’s philosophy and motivation,
• a precise definition of the Center as the main control point of the body,
• tips for practicing and understanding the method in depth.

Sandy Shimoda collaborated with Jay Grimes for over 20 years—first as his student and later as the owner of Vintage Pilates in Los Angeles, where they co-led Pilates instructor training programs starting in 2010. The book is edited by Keion Moradi-Means, co-owner of Strong Body Pilates, with original illustrations by Arlene Salomon, an artist and studio owner in Hawaii.

The Contrology Handbook is an invaluable source of knowledge and a perfect gift for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the classical Pilates method and its foundations.

English edition.