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group class types

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Matwork

$22 - 45 minutes
$25 - 55 minutes
$18 - Apprentice instructor rate
Up to 8 people per class
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*virtual attendance available for some group mat classes at a reduced rate *

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Reformer

$40 - 55 minutes
4 people per class


 

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Studio Method

$40 - 55 minutes
$30 - 45 minutes
​4 people per class


 

march/april schedule

What to expect from our in-studio group classes Our studio’s primary focus is personalized training, where we work with our clients to build a specialized and progressive movement program that is specifically tailored to help them achieve their goals and meet their bodies’ individual needs. Even though a group class includes other people and it can’t be 100% only about you (that’s what 1:1s are for), we still prioritize you and your body’s needs beyond what would be possible in larger, more generic classes, and our focus is to truly help you learn and progress. Our class sizes are small (only 4-8 people), and we primarily offer preregistered/committed 2-month sessions of classes, not casual drop ins. Since we're able to really develop meaningful relationships with our clients over a multi-week session and get to know everyone’s unique needs and strengths, we are better able to help you have an optimal movement experience and help you progress toward your goals, whatever they might be. Our classes are held in our boutique studio in the Marwell Industrial Area. We only offer preregistered classes (full commitment to and prepayment for all class dates within the session), with some availability for current clients to drop in if we have extra room or if there are cancellations. When you preregister for your class, you are paying in advance for and committing to all offerings in that class. If you know you will be away for certain dates, you can let us know and we will offer the spot for someone to fill in, and you can drop in to an alternative class as a make-up (if there is a space open). If someone fills in for you, we will refund you for that particular class at the end of the semester. If your teacher needs to miss a class that you’ve already pre-paid for, you will have the option to either be credited or to receive a refund.

What to expect in our online group classes

Finding a good fit / "What class should I sign up for?" Not all of these classes will be good fits for beginners or gentle movers. If you're wondering if a class will be a good fit for you, please feel welcome to send us a message! Newcomer-friendly group classes: Level 0 Kind Movement (online only) Level 1 (foundational, gentle, slower pacing): - Reset + Restore Matwork - Pilates Roots - Pilates Matwork for Seniors Level 1-2 (strong newcomers who already have some Pilates experience or who are strong movers): - Flourish Pilates Matwork - Mindful Classical Matwork - Alpine Studio Method group classes Pilates Matwork for Seniors on Friday mornings is a good fit for folks with osteoporosis or other bone or spinal conditions, whereas other group classes would not be a good fit for osteoporosis. Pregnant and postpartum moms are welcome to join Nadea's postnatal/prenatal classes on Fridays and Saturdays. Level 2 classes are open to reasonably experienced Pilates practitioners who have a reliable and confident grasp of Pilates foundational skills.

Booking more than one weekly class While you're welcome to book as many classes as you like, please note that classes with the same name taught by the same teacher will have near-identical programming during the week, so while you can join multiple classes of the same variety if you want to, you would be basically doing the same class twice (with some variation depending on the individual needs of the attendees).

"Do you offer drop ins?" "What if I'm going to miss one of the class dates?" We generally only offer preregistered classes (full commitment to and prepayment for all class dates within the session), with some availability for current clients to drop in if we have extra room or if there are cancellations. When you preregister for your class, you are paying in advance for and committing to all offerings in that class. If you know you will be away for certain dates, you can let us know and we will offer the spot for someone to fill in, and you can drop in to an alternative class as a make-up (if there is a space open). If someone fills in for you, we will refund you for that particular class at the end of the semester. Our apprentice instructors and guest instructors are offering their classes through a drop-in model

class descriptions  + levels

group mat classes

Flourish Pilates Matwork (Level 1-2)

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

This class is programmed with a slow and stretchy warm-up that leads into a moderately challenging Pilates workout, and is suitable for athletic newcomers or experienced
Pilates practitioners looking for an intermediate class. ​

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March-April semester:

  • Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. - March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

  • Friday 8:30 a.m. - March 7, 14, 21 28; April 4, 11, 25 (no class April 18)

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Vitality Flow Matwork (Level 2)

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

This is a thoughtful and challenging mat workout for intermediate and advanced students -- it combines Pilates and other mobility and balance exercises, along with some stretching.

 

Folks who attend this class should be comfortable with movements such as planks, inversions, and sustaining an abdominal curl.

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March/April semester:

  • Monday 5:30 p.m. - March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 28 (no class April 18)

  • Tuesday 12:00 p.m. - March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

  • Wednesday 5:15 p.m. - March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2, 9. 16, 23, 30

Reset + Restore  (Level 1)

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio and online

 

This is a gentle self-care class that flows between mindful stretching and mobility focused movement, as well as some simple Pilates exercises. This class will help improve your flexibility and strength, but will also help you unwind and feel calm and connected with your body.

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If you are joining this class from home, please note that we will likely make use of some props, but these props are relatively easy to replace with a home alternative if you do not have access to them: yoga strap or flex band, a bolster or folded blankets, small balls or throw pillows, yoga blocks, and hand weights.

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Pre/postnatal Reset + Restore on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m.: This class is open to people in their first/second trimester or postnatal moms who are at least 2 months past their delivery date.

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March/April semester:

  • March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

  • Saturday 5:00 p.m. - March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 5, 12, 26 (no class April 19)

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Pilates Roots (Level 1)

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

Pilates Roots is a down-to-earth and mindful class that is programmed for newcomers or for folks who would like to take things back to basics. We will help you gain more body awareness and build up your strength and mobility in a welcoming and supportive environment.​

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March/April semester:

  • Tuesday 5:15 p.m. - March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

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Rise + Thrive (Level 2-3)

60 minutes

Whitehorse studio and online

 

Rise + Thrive is a challenging and progressive class with the primary goal of helping intermediate students build the strength and specific skills needed to advance their practice. Start your day with mindful and positive movement, leaving you feeling refreshed and strong.

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This class is suitable for folks with solid Pilates familiarity and experience and/or folks with an existing strong movement practice. This class is not suitable for beginners or gentle movers. Clients in this class should expect the program to include planking, inversions, bridging, and steady pacing.

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If you are joining this class from home, please note that we will likely make use of some props, but these props are relatively easy to replace with a home alternative if you do not have access to them: yoga strap or flex band, a bolster or folded blankets, small balls or throw pillows, yoga blocks, and hand weights.

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March/April semester:

  • Wednesday 7:00 a.m. - March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2, 9. 16, 23, 30

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Pilates Matwork for Seniors (Level 1-2)

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

This is a mindful class that is programmed to help people stay strong and mobile as they age. Seniors matwork is a standard beginner-intermediate level class, but keeps in mind some ranges of motion and skills that may need extra focus, as well as excludes movements like inversions that could be inaccessible to some folks (such as those managing osteoporosis).

 

Age is just a number, but generally we welcome folks 55 or older in our seniors classes.

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January/February semester:

  • Friday 10:45 a.m. - March 7, 14, 21 28; April 4, 11, 25 (no class April 18)

Mindful Classical Matwork (Level 1-2)

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

Join Samantha, our apprentice instructor, as she guides you through a fun and thoughtful flow through the classical Pilates matwork exercises.

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Sam is building her practice as a newly-certified teacher, so she is offering her classes by drop-in at a reduced rate. She's looking forward to sharing her love of Pilates with those who are new to the method and who enjoy moving at a mindful pace.

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March/April semester:

  • March 8, 15, 29; April 5, 12, 26

Our Second Hearts

60 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

Join guest instructor Jeddie for refreshing body maintenance and connection.

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In this one hour discover the function & role of our second hearts (soleus & diaphragm muscles)

  • Wake up the lower limb & unbind the foot for active living

  • Practice simple neurogenerative activities that promote function: Born to Heal

  • Explore keeping Fascia loose & supple: Slowly, Gently, Over Time

  • No experience necessary, must be able to get on the floor & back up

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Session includes visual descriptions, integration of latest scientific research, evidence on functional generative aging, your active participation of standing, sitting & floor movement and some Q&A. Plus! Homework, that takes place in your cozy bed – every morning & every night!

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March/April semester:

  • March 23; April 6, 20

Release + Reclaim

45 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

Join guest instructor Jeddie for refreshing body maintenance and connection.

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Release in this 45 minute slow unwind to limber up fascia & reclaim movement

  • Welcome functional range of motion into your body slowly with gentle movement & breathing activities. This is not boot camp.

  • Release by following simple neurogenerative activities that promote function

  • Ignite your innate capacity to heal

  • No experience necessary, must be able to get on the floor & back up

Sessions include guided on the floor slow movement activities – come as you are. Grunts & sighs allowed.

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March/April semester:

  • March 30; April 13, 27

Kind Movement

45 minutes

Online only; available to anyone in Canada

Enjoy 45 minutes of friendly, accessible, and gentle mobility and self-care breathwork and movement in the peace of your own home.

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Jinnice calls this class "level 0" -- no movement experience is required, and you can come as you are. 

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Kind Movement is Root + Reach's unique "house blend" of breath work, stretching, mobility work, and gentle Pilates, combined into a flow that will leave you feeling grounded and refreshed.

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This is a great option for gentle movers, folks who are slowly introducing a movement practice to their routines, people who are looking to ground their nervous systems and reconnect to their bodies in a safe space, folks with limited mobility and chronic pain, or for those with anxiety about or limitations regarding exercise or being out of the home.

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You do not need special props to join this virtual class; we will adapt to what you have readily available. You will need to have a working camera and computer screen.

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March/April semester:

  • March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14

group reformer classes

Align + Reform (Level 1, 2 and Multilevel)

55 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

The reformer is a specialized Pilates apparatus that uses the resistance of spring tension to support your body and challenge your strength and mobility in a unique and meaningful way. A reformer workout provides valuable physical feedback and allows your instructor to observe your body's detailed needs.

 

(Maximum four students per class; semiprivate group training)

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January/February semester:

  • Monday at 12:30 p.m. (Level 1) - March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 28 (no class April 21)

  • Monday at 7:00 p.m. (Level 1) - March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 28 (no class April 21)

  • Wednesday 6:30 p.m. (Level 2) - March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2, 9. 16, 23, 30

studio method classes

Alpine Studio Method Class (Level 1-2)

55 minutes

Whitehorse studio

 

The Pilates method of exercise is designed as a whole system that works harmoniously together, making use of the matwork order, the specialized reformer, and other apparatus including small equipment. The Studio Method class is programmed with both reformer and mat sequences, and it is intended to give you thorough competence in the Pilates system and confidence in yourself and your movement practice.

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Introducing pre/postnatal Reset + Restore for Jan/Feb on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. This class is open to people in their first/second trimester or postnatal moms who are at least 2 months past their delivery date.

 

(Maximum four students per class; semiprivate group training)

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January/February semester:

  • Tuesday 9:45 a.m. - March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

  • Wednesday 11:45 a.m. - March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 2, 9. 16, 23, 30

  • Thursday 9:00 a.m. - March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3, 10, 17, 24

  • Thursday 11:45 a.m. - March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3, 10, 17, 24

  • Friday 1:15 p.m. - March 7, 14, 21 28; April 4, 11, 25 (no class April 18)

  • Friday 2:30 p.m. (Pre/Postnatal) - March 7, 14, 21 28; April 4, 11, 25 (no class April 18)

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Alpine Method: The Contrology Collective (Level 3/Advanced)

55 minutes

Whitehorse studio

(Invitation only; maximum four students per class; semiprivate group training)

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This in-depth and comprehensive group Pilates class is for seriously dedicated, highly proficient, advanced Contrology practitioners as we come together to enthusiastically deep-dive into Joe's method with the aim of developing and enriching your personal Contrology practice as fully and intentionally as possible, so that you feel the Method in your bones and you enjoy "spontaneous zest and pleasure" as Mr. Pilates intended.

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We will make use of the reformers, the original matwork, the barrels, and other classical Pilates apparatus so that you experience a solid nod to Joe's method as he intended it.

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Members of the Contrology Collective have extensive Pilates experience and familiarity, hold studio memberships, and/or attend regular private sessions that this weekly group class will supplement.

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This class is athletic and acrobatic and it requires significant endurance as well as comfort with inversions such as the jack knife, high scissors and bicycle, and control balance.

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This class is not a good fit for folks with complex spinal or pelvic or shoulder conditions or injuries, as it will involve rolling inversions and planking.

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January-February semester:

  • Friday at 12:00 p.m. - March 7, 14, 21 28; April 4, 11, 25 (no class April 18)

  • Friday at 5:30 p.m. - March 7, 14, 21 28; April 4, 11, 25 (no class April 18)

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