Specialty Pilates Classes

SPECIALTY MAT WORK

Core Essentials **D  E
No nonsense | Targeted | Clinically proven. Core Essentials builds the basics that keep our backs strong and free of chronic pain and tension. If you have even a slight history of low back issues this class will transform your core and set you up for continued success, future strength and flexibility gains and pain-free movement. Great for anyone who’s “back has gone out”!

Everyday Living **D
Everyday Living is restorative exercise at its best. Exercises have a therapeutic focus and are intended for mature clients. If you are a person dealing with limited movement or chronic tension in parts of your body, please join us! The class progresses gently and systematically to “work out the kinks” so you feel stronger, stretched out and rejuvenated for your week ahead.

Neurological Classes **D
These classes are specially designed for people with nervous system conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s. Classes progress according to the capabilities of the participants and are intended to be gentle and supportive for the whole body. 
Assistants welcome. Neuro 1: requires assistance | Neuro 2: does not require assistance | Neuro Active: can stand unassisted for a period of time. 

SPECIALTY REFORMER

Restorative Reformer **D  E 
Use the unique spring resistance system of the Pilates reformer and modified therapeutically focused exercises to gently but effectively strengthen, align and stretch your whole body. Beneficial and safe for clients with arthritis or other joint issues, osteoporosis or injuries or conditions preventing them from participating in other reformer classes. Ideal for pre-hab and post-rehab for hip, knee and other joint replacements

Teen Reformer * E
Pilates tailored to teens 14-17. Upbeat and fun, every class helps you lay the groundwork for toned muscles, great posture, balanced strength and flexibility and graceful movement for the rest of your life.

Starving Artist Reformer**D
The Starving Artists Reformer Series for performing (a.k.a. starving) artists has been a huge success! These classes provide artists from different disciplines the unique opportunity to train mindfully and thoroughly in a guided, intimate, and fun setting. We focus on building the performer’s body from the inside out in a way that helps support and sustain the demands and rigour of performance-driven careers.building the body from the inside out in a way that helps support and sustain the demands and rigour of the performance-driven career. Gain strength, flexibility and postural control and leave with renewed vitality and centeredness. Only $10 per class flat rate! Dancers: Mon 2:15pm and Thurs 3:00pm | Musicians and Actors: Wed 3pm

   

Legend:
* = Bone Strengthening
** = Bone Safe
D = Class available at the Dupont Studio
E = Class available at the Eglinton Studio