Experience the beauty of classical Pilates from the original source. Our exclusive silent footage of Joseph Pilates shows the vigor and flow of his method. Watch Joe and Clara Pilates teach a variety of clients, some of whom went on to become the Pilates elders of today, including Romana Kryzanowska and Ted Shawn. Highlights include excerpts from a mat class Joe taught at Jacob's Pillow, footage of Joe demonstrating combat moves with his brother Fred, clips from Joe's Greek statue act that he performed in the circus, and Joe working out on the Pilates apparatus he created, including the forerunner of the Cadillac. A must for every Pilates instructor! NOTE: This is a silent video.