Pilates

Stretch Your Mind. Balance Your Life.

Pilates is for both women and men of all age groups, body types, and abilities. Through use of the reformer and specialized apparatus, our skilled instructors will provide you with a total Mind / Body experience. Come visit our state-of-the-art studios and see for yourself.

Some of the major features and benefits of Pilates training include:

•   Use of the Reformer and specialized Pilates apparatus
•   Muscle strength without excess bulk
•   Improved posture
•   Improved concentration
•   Improved flexibility
•   Improved body awareness
•   Improved efficiency of movement and mobility
•   Stress relief

PILATES CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Classical Pilates Level 1

This class follows Joseph Pilates’ original order and principles. Designed for beginners and those refining their practice, Level 1 focuses on breath, core activation, proper alignment, and controlled movement. You’ll learn essential exercises such as Footwork, Hundred, Short Box, and Elephant with clear cues and thoughtful pacing.

Expect a steady, supportive flow that builds strength, stability, and body awareness while laying the groundwork for more advanced progressions. Perfect for new students or anyone wanting to master the fundamentals with precision and confidence.

Classical Pilates Level 2

(Beginner/Intermediate) This intermediate reformer class follows the traditional classical order while building on the strength, control, and coordination developed in Level 1. Expect a quicker pace, deeper core engagement, and more advanced progressions including longer stretch series, increased balance challenges, and full-body integration.

Level 2 emphasizes precision, stamina, and seamless transitions while maintaining proper alignment and breath control. Ideal for students who are comfortable with the foundational exercises and ready to move with greater flow, intensity, and confidence. *Teacher approval is needed to attend this class.

Classical Pilates Level 3

(Intermediate/Advanced) Challenging sequences and variations of exercises will be taught in this class for the Pilates enthusiast. It is a high intensity class designed to keep your body in motion with minimal rest between exercises. Best suited for students who have mastered Levels 1 and 2 and are ready for a dynamic, athletic, and technically demanding workout. *Teacher approval is needed to attend this class.

Contemporary Pilates All Levels

This dynamic reformer class blends classical Pilates principles with modern movement science for a balanced, full-body workout. Expect creative sequencing, layered progressions, and functional strength training that improves core stability, posture, mobility, and coordination.

Springs are used to both challenge and support your movement, allowing beginners to build confidence while offering advanced clients options to intensify. Modifications and progressions are provided throughout, making this class welcoming, energizing, and effective for every level.

Contemporary Pilates Beginner

In this class, you will learn the fundamentals of alignment, breath, and proper movement mechanics at a slower pace while flowing through different variations of beginner exercises. You will work the entire body in all planes of movement focusing on gradual progressions of

Beginner Pilates exercises with a focus on building a strong body and core in an efficient way. This class is suitable for those who are new and those who are familiar with Pilates who would like to dive back into and focus on the basics.

Contemporary Pilates *Intermediate

This intermediate reformer class blends contemporary Pilates principles with athletic flow and creative sequencing. Designed for clients who have a strong foundation, this class moves at a steady pace with layered progressions, dynamic transitions, and full-body integration.

Expect advanced core work, unilateral strength challenges, balance elements, and mobility-focused movement that builds stability, endurance, and control. Springs are used strategically to increase intensity, deepen muscle activation, and enhance coordination.

Best suited for those comfortable with foundational reformer exercises and ready to move with greater precision, strength, and fluidity. *Teacher approval is needed to attend this class.

HIIT Pilates

This reformer based class focuses on lengthening, strengthening, and improving body alignment. You can expect a challenging, non-impact fitness class that utilizes reformers, TRX Straps, BoSus,  bender balls, and /or weights. This tabata based class utilizes short bursts of work with brief periods of rest to achieve the ultimate calorie burn.

Intro to Pilates

Welcome to Pilates! This 30min class is designed to introduce you to the Pilates Reformer. You will learn how to customize the reformer to fit your body for the best Pilates experience. You will be introduced to basic Pilates reformer movements. After your intro class you will be ready to begin your Pilates journey and feel confident in group classes!

Mat x Tower

This dynamic class blends the precision of classical mat Pilates with the resistance and support of the tower system on the reformer. You’ll move through controlled core work, sculpting arm and leg sequences, and deep stretch flows using springs for both challenge and assistance. Expect intentional transitions, posture-focused strength work, and full-body integration that builds long, lean muscle while improving stability and flexibility. Suitable for all levels, with spring adjustments to intensify or modify exercises.

Pilates x Cardio

This energizing reformer class combines classical Pilates principles with heart-pumping cardio using the jump board. Expect controlled, low-impact plyometric intervals paired with targeted core and strength work to elevate your heart rate while protecting your joints.

Perfect for students who want a fun, sweat-driven Pilates class that challenges both strength and cardiovascular endurance without high-impact stress.

Pilates x Strength

This high-energy reformer class fuses the precision of Pilates with the intensity of strength training. Expect slower, controlled resistance work layered with athletic intervals to build lean muscle, boost endurance, and elevate your heart rate.

Using heavier springs, longer time under tension, and functional movement patterns, this class challenges your core while sculpting glutes, legs, arms, and back. You will move with purpose, focusing on power, stability, and control.

Perfect for students who want the core-focused benefits of Pilates with a stronger, sweat-inducing edge.

Restorative Reformer

A gentle, low impact class using the reformer to enhance mobility, flexibility, and recovery through slow, supported movements. Focusing on stretching and calming the nervous system, this practice uses light spring tension making it ideal for beginners, injury recovery, and active aging.

Contact Katie Martin 630-315-5347 or email [email protected]