To ensure your safety and help you and your fellow classmates get the most out of the practice, we require all new clients to begin with an introductory session. This allows us to assess your alignment and movement patterns while introducing you to the method in a calm, supportive setting.

Should you not have any experience with Pilates you can take your required introductory class one of two ways.

• email us to schedule a private or duet

• check the schedule to sign up for our introductory group class

Pilates is a system of intentional, layered movements designed to build strength, flexibility, and alignment from the inside out, starting with deep stabilizing postural muscles before moving outwards towards heavy load bearing muscles. It uses breath, core engagement, and precise movement to help you feel stronger, taller, and more connected.

It all began with a man named Joseph Pilates born before the start of the 20th Century. Some people call him a genius, others see him as a forefather to today’s field of physical therapy… Ultimately he would come to invent, refine, and perfect a form of movement built around a few simple philosophies.

• The mind cannot exist apart from the body and it’s physical ailments

• Fostering the mind-body connection and cultivating mind-body health is the root of happiness

• Specific exercises, layered and focused, can move the body so that the body and consequently the mind, can work smarter and not harder. After all, better posture means less stress and work on the body

Please cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged for your session. We understand that plans change and appreciate as much notice as possible so we can offer your spot to another client.

All class packages expire 90 days from the date of purchase. This helps you stay consistent in your practice and supports your long-term progress. It also makes it possible for us to manage availability and keep offering your favorite classes.

If you’re recovering from an injury or have specific concerns, we ask that you start with several private sessions. This makes it possible for us to safely offer a class that will leave you with the best possible experience and take on Pilates. It allows us to completely tailor your practice with safe and appropriate modifications specific to your individual needs before transitioning into group classes.

We offer reformer and Pilates-Inspired classes in private, duet, and group formats. We also have a Cadillac and Wunda chair in the studio. Reformer, Cadillac, and Wunda classes are structured and built off of the principles of Pilates. Pilates inspired classes incorporate dynamic and functional movements with strengthening and cardio elements.

If you’re unsure where to start, we’re happy to guide you based on your goals, experience level, and current needs.

Grip socks, a water bottle, and comfortable clothing you can move in. We have everything else you need.

You may feel lighter, taller, and more connected to your breath and posture. Expect to feel a targeted, satisfying burn as you activate smaller stabilizing muscles and learn to move with control.

At times some students also report feeling more aware of injuries or “problem spots” after the first few classes. This is one of two things; increased body awareness or sometimes it’s something we call “compensation.” What do I mean by compensation? You spend your entire life incorrectly putting pressure on a specific part of your body, you suddenly lengthen and relieve that pressure and tightness, then you slink back into the same poor habitual posture. Your body is going to notice the good feeling followed by the old feeling. Remember this is a practice; it builds on itself with time and focus and changes happen with discipline and a positive mindset.

“In 10 sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 you’ll see the difference, and in 30 you’ll have a whole new body.” - Joseph Pilates

What it is: The Cadillac is a large, raised table surrounded by a metal frame with various springs, bars, and straps. It resembles a four-poster bed. The equipment is very stable and provides a wide range of possibilities for exercises. 

Why it was created: Similar to the reformer, the Cadillac's origins are rooted in Joseph Pilates' work with injured soldiers during WWI. He initially used hospital beds, attaching springs to the bedposts and headboards. The name "Cadillac" was given to it later, referencing the luxury car, because the apparatus was seen as the "best of everything" in Pilates equipment. Its high, stable surface makes it especially useful for individuals with limited mobility, injuries, or those who find it difficult to get up and down from the floor. More advanced exercises tend to be some of the most challenging and almost acrobatic-like in the entire Pilates repertoire.

What it is: The Wunda Chair is a compact piece of equipment that looks like a small box with a padded seat and a pedal attached to springs. The resistance of the springs can be adjusted, and the pedal can be pushed down with the hands or feet.

Why it was created: Joseph Pilates designed the Wunda Chair to be a challenging piece of equipment that specifically targets the core and builds stability. By using the pedals and springs, practitioners can perform a variety of exercises that demand balance and control. It's particularly effective for strengthening the legs and glutes while simultaneously engaging the deep abdominal muscles. Its unstable nature forces the body to stabilize, which makes it an excellent tool for improving balance and coordination. Unlike the Reformer or Cadillac, the Chair often trains unilaterally (one limb at a time), helping to uncover and resolve asymmetries. The Wunda Chair is often considered one of the more advanced pieces of Pilates equipment due to the level of control and strength it requires. It was therefore an important part of his studio's offerings for clients who were ready to progress and take their practice to a more demanding level.

What it is: The reformer is a bed-like frame with a flat, padded platform called a carriage that moves back and forth on wheels. It has springs of varying tension for resistance, ropes with handles, and a footbar. Exercises can be performed in various positions with light spring tensions typically working deep stabilizing muscles (pelvic floor, transverse abdominis, hip flexors) and heavier tension challenging outer more visible muscles (six pack, biceps, glutes).

Why it was created: The reformer was originally created by Joseph Pilates during World War I to help rehabilitate injured soldiers. He would use hospital beds and attach springs to them, allowing bedridden patients to perform resistance exercises to regain strength and mobility. Over time, this evolved into the modern Pilates reformer. Its design allows it to both assist and challenge the body, making it a versatile tool for everyone from beginners to advanced practitioners and those in physical therapy.