Pilates

Reformer

The reformer is a Pilates machine based on a system of pulleys and springs that offers all the benefits of Pilates including overall strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. The reformer is very versatile piece of equipment that can challenge the athlete and at the same time can be an excellent tool for rehabilitation. Group classes and private sessions.

• Reformer All Levels
  While keeping a good pace the instructor in this small class will take you through a series of flowing exercises on the reformer to accommodate and challenge each participant. The workout will focus on breathing, alignment, healthy body movement mechanics to strengthen core, enhance long and lean muscles and improve coordination and balance.

• Intermediate Reformer
  This is a faster paced workout on the reformer for people who are already comfortable and safe with the beginner level and are ready for a more challenging workout.

• Rehab on Reformer
  This small, gentle and slow-paced class is a great introduction to the reformer for beginners, and people with chronic pain or recovering from injuries. Through a gentle spring resistance training, this workout will focus on breathing, alignment, modified exercises and healthy body movement mechanics.

• Pilates for Hypermobility
  This class focuses on joint stabilization and control. Students will use reformers, springwalls and mat props to engage in low load, closed chain movements. Class is limited to 4 students and moves at a focused pace to ensure proper alignment.

Springwall

In our springwall classes, springs and mat work combine forces to create a unique way of experiencing Pilates. The springwall (also known as the “half Cadillac”) provides spring resistance to the arms and legs to challenge the core, tone muscles, and improve mind-body coordination. Following a warm-up using balls, stretch-bands, and other props, the instructor will lead students in a series of springwall exercises tailored to meet individual needs.

Bones and Balance

This osteoporosis safe Pilates class is designed for people who would like to increase their bone density and improve their balance. With the help of props such as stretch-bands, fitness circles, balls and light weights students will perform Pilates exercise lying down on the mat, sitting and standing. This class is in the studio and can also be Live streamed.

Grace Pilates Method®

Grace Pilates Method® is a 45-minute class recommended for people with limited mobility who want to develop core strength and improve balance.

Created by Begin Pilates founder, Maria Mankin, the Grace Pilates Method® is a gentle Pilates class on her invention, the Begin Chair™. This class is recommended for people with limited mobility. It is 45 minutes and is perfect for those who may not be able to comfortably lie down or get back up from the floor. In the Grace Pilates® class students sit on Begin chairs™ to perform basic Pilates exercises using resistance bands, light weights, balls and springwall. The goal of this program is to improve overall mobility, core strength and balance.