Class Levels

Build Your Foundation. Master the Basics. Learn the Language.

Level 1 is where you learn the foundations of the classical Pilates method. With personalized guidance in a small group setting, you’ll learn foundational exercises on the Reformer, Tower, and mat while developing an understanding of Pilates terminology, equipment setup, spring changes, and basic movement principles.

Please note: If you have physical limitations that require significant modifications or individualized attention, we require private sessions before joining group classes. This allows you to learn the appropriate modifications and equipment setup for your needs so you can participate safely in a group setting.

Classes move at a slower, instructional pace with a strong focus on technique, alignment, body mechanics, and control. You’ll have time to learn how exercises are performed, how the equipment is used, and how to move through the foundational repertoire with greater confidence and independence.

As your knowledge and proficiency grow, you’ll develop the strength, mobility, body awareness, and skills needed to progress within the Pilates method. Modifications and individual guidance are provided as needed.

Perfect for:

• Those who are new to Pilates or the classical Pilates method and want to learn the fundamentals in a supportive, highly instructional environment.

• Clients who want to develop a strong understanding of foundational Reformer, Tower, and mat exercises, equipment setup, and Pilates terminology.

• Individuals who would benefit from a slower-paced class with more detailed instruction, explanation, and modification options.

Fluency. Flow. Progression.

Take your Pilates practice to the next level with our Level 1.5 Pre-Intermediate Reformer/Tower classes. This class builds on the foundations established in Level 1, moves at a moderate pace, and introduces additional classical Pilates exercises.

Your body and mind will be challenged with more complex movements, coordinated transitions, and stepping stones toward intermediate exercises.

You'll continue refining your techniqe while exploring new progressions and balance challanges. The goal is to build the strength, mobility, skills and proficiency needed to progress toward Level 2 Intermediate classes.

Perfect for:

• Clients who have established a strong classical Pilates foundation through consistent Level 1 practice and are familiar with the foundational Reformer, Tower and mat repertoire.

• Those who understand common Pilates terminology and equipment set up — including spring changes, box and bar setups, etc — and are ready to move through familiar exercises with greater independence and a quicker flow.

• Individuals who are ready to build on their Level 1 repertoire, learn the building blocks of intermediate exercises, and work toward the proficiency needed for Level 2.

Proficiency. Control. Power.

Level 2 is a moderate to fast-paced class designed for experienced classical Pilates clients who have developed a high level of proficiency with the Level 1 and Pre-Intermediate repertoire. Familiarity with exercise names, spring settings, equipment setup, and foundational technique is expected, allowing the class to move with less explanation, quicker transitions, and fewer breaks.

Classes may take place on the Reformer, Tower, or a combination of the two apparatus, with Wunda Chair exercises integrated into the class when appropriate. You’ll expand into more of the classical intermediate repertoire, including building blocks toward advanced exercises, while continuing to refine familiar exercises with greater precision, control, and independence.

Level 2 brings increased demands on strength, stability, coordination, balance, and body awareness. Depending on the class and apparatus, the work may include more wrist weight-bearing, standing exercises on the Reformer, overhead exercises, inversions, and progressions toward more advanced movements. Clients are expected to maintain strong technique, recognize and self-correct familiar movement patterns, and already know and independently apply any modifications they regularly need.

Perfect for:

• Clients who are fully proficient with the Level 1 and Pre-Intermediate repertoire and can confidently recall exercise names, spring settings, equipment setups, and foundational technique.

• Experienced Pilates clients who can move through familiar exercises and equipment changes independently with minimal explanation from the instructor.

• Those with strong body awareness, balance, coordination, and control who are prepared for increased wrist weight-bearing, standing work, overhead exercises, inversions, and other intermediate-level challenges.

• Clients who are ready for a quicker-paced class with more complex repertoire, faster transitions, fewer breaks, and a greater expectation of independence and self-correction.