Katie Yip

Introducing a whole new 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐦 (v 2.0) When the name ‘Paradigm’ was selected in 2021, it reflected our dedication in applying movement principles, theories, and practices to uphold the traditional teachings of Joseph Pilates. While we remain committed to the Pilates method, we approach the system through our frameworks and individualized program design. As we step into 2024, we also recognize the significance of examining social and cultural dynamics that have shaped our industry’s attitudes, beliefs, and actions. Our objective is to 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘧𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘨𝘮 by creating an environment that promotes curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking. Our vision is centered on community, with an understanding that there is an abundance of Pilates for all. Join us on this exciting journey! Explore our updated website, immerse yourself in our lessons and workshops, and connect with us on social media for insights and updates. Thank you for being a part of our community - we look forward to seeing you soon! Creative director @martin__lerma Brand identity design @laminjee Photography @__carolyne__

Hello! 👋🏼 I wanted to spend a few moments introducing myself on instagram 😊 My name is Katie Yip and I am a Pilates teacher and the founder of @_paradigmstudio in New York City. I was born in Texas, raised in Silicon Valley, and have now called the Big Apple home for ten years! What I love about the Pilates method is that it is a smart, thorough, and well-balanced system of physical fitness. Everything is already in the method itself; bodies can make genuine and long-lasting change by operating within this framework. We came into this world pre-programmed with movement knowledge, however lose these abilities due to lifestyle habits, aging, and lack of physical activity. Only through deliberate practice and thoughtful application of the method can we regain these abilities! My approach to the method is driven by the notion that all exercises within the system are guided by shared movement principles and patterns. In my studio, I advocate learning movement solutions through exploration, practice, and play via task and environmental design. By considering an individual’s unique set of characteristics and how they interact with exercise and environmental demands, we can curate bespoke Pilates programs. Thank you for following and please do not hesitate to message me if you have any questions. I look forward to interacting with you all on the platform! 🙋🏻‍♀️👽

#throwback to my all time favorite photograph taken by @__carolyne__ & styled by @martin__lerma

Up in the clouds with @pilatesseattle ! There’s still time to catch her at @paradigmstudionyc for tomorrow’s Principles of Pilates class virtual and in studio at 1p EST. She will also be available for private lessons on Monday May 11 and Tuesday May 12. Sign up online at our website .

So many splits, so little time! When selecting which split to give, Russian Splits or Front Splits, here are a few things to consider: 1. Which exercise position is accessible? If they lack the ability to get into the position, they lack the ability to learn anything productive that position could teach them. 2. Choose the variation that removes the student’s ability to compensate. Our aim is to reprogram inefficient movement habits, not strengthen dysfunctional ones. 3. Determine which parts of the exercise move against and which parts move with the spring resistance. Moving the carriage out is a concentric action working against spring resistance, a more demanding action. Bringing the carriage home is an eccentric action working with spring resistance, a more passive action requiring less work. 4. Consider which body parts are connected to the carriage and which are connected to the foot bar. Those connected to the carriage are the primary drivers of movement, while those connected to the foot bar are the stabilizing structures. Given these four considerations, what are the primary differences between the two splits variations and what would make one more suitable for a student over another? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Sunday movement meditation, and putting theory into practice 🧘🏻‍♀️

When we use Pilates as corrective exercise, our aim is to remove opportunities for compensation. We first develop proper technique and then build strength on top of that, paying close attention to avoid reinforcing dysfunctional movement patterns. 필라테스를 기능 개선 운동으로 활용할 때, 우리 강사들의 목표는 보상 작용이 일어날 틈을 없애는 것입니다. 먼저 올바른 테크닉을 익힌 뒤 그 위에 근력을 쌓아 올려야 하며, 이때 역기능적인 움직임 패턴이 강화되지 않도록 각별히 주의를 기울여야 합니다. Compensation is a universal reality. No matter how inefficient, our bodies build movement strategies around poor mobility, dysfunctional patterns, and old injuries to avoid further harm. The Pilates system gives us the framework to assess those limitations, align the body, and apply load strategically, so we can replace compensations with new solutions that move us out of dysfunction. 보상 작용은 누구에게나 일어납니다. 가동성이 떨어지거나, 움직임 패턴에 기능 이상이 있거나, 과거 부상이 있는 경우 우리 몸은 더 이상의 손상을 막기 위해 어떤 방식으로든 비효율적인 움직임 전략을 만들어냅니다. 필라테스 시스템은 이러한 한계를 평가하고, 신체를 정렬하며, 전략적으로 부하를 가해, 기존의 보상 작용을 새로운 움직임 해결책으로 대체할 수 있는 체계적인 틀을 제공합니다. How we thoughtfully curate and apply this system is what makes the difference between just a workout and long-term progression in the Method. Join me in Korea at @pilgrimgym.pilates for Assess. Align. Apply. — A Systematic Approach to Pilates Programming this September 18-21st. This four day intensive teaches you to design individualized Pilates sessions methodically, efficiently, and with clear frameworks that help clients move better and feel better. 이 시스템을 얼마나 사려 깊게 구성하고 적용하느냐가 “단순한 운동”과 필라테스 메소드를 통한 “장기적인 발전”을 가르는 차이가 됩니다. 오는 9월 18일부터 21일까지 한국 @pilgrimgym.pilates 에서 열리는 “Assess. Align. Apply. — 필라테스 프로그래밍을 위한 체계적 접근 (A Systematic Approach to Pilates Programming)” 워크숍에 함께해 주세요. 4일간 진행되는 이번 집중 교육에서는 고객이 더 나은 움직임을 경험하고 몸이 한결 편안해질 수 있도록, 명확한 프레임워크를 바탕으로 필라테스 세션을 체계적이고 효율적으로 설계하는 방법을 알려드립니다. I look forward to meeting you there! 여러분을 곧 서울에서 뵙기를 고대하겠습니다!

Summer Surge on @tonal is live May 4! Fortify your foundation from the ground up in this beginner-friendly Mat Pilates series. With a focus on breathwork and core connection, this four-part series is designed to develop stability and control to support strength training and ease into more advanced Pilates movements. You can do these Mat classes in conjunction with this program or independently in order on its own. See you on the Mat!

Here’s a glimpse into one of my recent workouts on the Baby Chair…exploring a new connection through my Powerhouse and upper body! 👀 The discipline of maintaining regular workouts, whether independent or guided by another teacher, keeps me mentally and physically engaged, and continually inspired by this work. It’s never a grind or a chore, but something I get to do, not have to do. The more I do this work, the more I realize that Pilates is a pathway to self-discovery. Through it, we build patience and self-awareness, and learn that we’re far more capable than we think. Layer by layer, and through every workout, we uncover a little more truth about ourselves. And after 20 years of practicing Pilates, I’m thrilled to still be finding new muscles!

“This Seoul workshop is an immersive and intimate experience where we will connect and learn together as a single team. We have designed these four days to be intensive, allowing you to focus entirely on Pilates within a supportive and collaborative environment. Typically, this kind of workshop is taken only once a year; the remaining months are a precious time for you to refine these skills in your own practice and truly make them your own. In an era where Pilates has become generic and commodified, mastering an individualized approach backed by solid evidence will be your most powerful tool to stand out from the crowd.” — Katie Yip @katie.yip @paradigmstudionyc “이번 서울 워크숍은 우리 모두가 하나의 팀이 되어 깊이 있게 소통하고 배우는 밀착형 몰입 과정입니다. 4일 동안 서로 지지하고 협력하는 분위기 속에서, 오직 필라테스에만 온전히 집중하며 실력을 다질 수 있도록 밀도있게 준비했습니다. 이러한 워크숍은 보통 1년에 단 한 번만 이수하며, 나머지 시간은 여기서 배운 기술을 현장에서 직접 적용하며 온전히 여러분의 것으로 만드는 귀한 연마의 시간이 될 것입니다. 필라테스가 보편화되고 상품화된 지금, 확실한 근거를 바탕으로 한 개별 맞춤형 접근법은 여러분을 평범한 다수와 차별화하는 가장 강력한 무기가 되어줄 것입니다.” -케이티 입 📌 Registration opens on Tuesday, May 5th at 9:00 AM 🇰🇷 KST (Monday, May 4th, 8:00 PM 🇺🇸 EDT) 정규 등록은 5월 5일 (화) 오전 9시에 시작합니다. 🔜 To access the registration form, please contact us anytime after the launch! 연락주시면, 등록 신청서 액세스 코드를 보내드립니다! 📲010-3415-5823 🔗 Click [SIGN UP] /workshops/katie-yip-in-korea-september-2026 💜 Please let us know if you would like to register. Feel free to reach out with any inquiries. 등록을 원하시거나 문의 사항이 있으시면 언제든 말씀해 주세요. 📧 [email protected] 📱 +821034155823 (SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp)

@pilatesseattle is coming back to @paradigmstudionyc for a special class…Exploration of the Principles of Pilates Part 1! The why and the how behind every movement in Pilates is rooted in the six foundational principles: concentration, centering, control, breath, precision, & flow. These principles are what make the Pilates Method unlike anything else. Without an understanding of how the principles govern the Method, Pilates becomes just another workout. But when we’re able to apply them creatively, intentionally, and effectively we gain the tools to create meaningful, lasting change. In part 1 of this workshop, Lauren Stephen will guide you through the principles of concentration, flow and precision in your Mat and Reformer work. Open to both students and teachers alike, this class is designed to help you deepen your understanding of the work, maximize the benefits of your personal practice, and build lasting confidence in movement. Reconnect with the why of Pilates, and leave with a deeper, more purposeful practice! Class is available both in studio and virtually at /sign-up 💻

Join my pelvic floor physical therapist @kristenlettenbergerdpt from @bespoketreatments this Sunday at 10a EST online or in-studio for lower body core drills! She’s been an integral part of my postpartum rehabilitation and I’m thrilled to share her expertise with our community. Here’s a peek into what our sessions look like when our focus is on strengthening the base of the Powerhouse (pelvic floor) at the glute/hamstring insertion, and an example of an exercise you’ll do with us in this core strengthening class. This class is open to all levels! Sign up online at /sign-up 💻