Group Classes
Our group classes run in sessions that range from 8 weeks (summer) to 14 weeks (fall). Check the class schedule page for current and upcoming classes.
Matwork Pilates • Equipment Pilates • Vinyasa Flow Yoga • Gravity Straps • Which Level?
 Mat Classes
Pilates Mat classes teach our unique approach to Pilates that you can take anywhere you go. In a typical 12-week session you will learn Pilates using the mat, stability roller, fitness ball, hand weights, yoga blocks, resistance band, gliding discs, and fitness circle. New this fall is the addition of kettlebells (shown in the photo). These props are designed to facilitate core connection and proper alignment, and give you a full-body workout to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and body control.
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 Equipment Classes
Pilates Equipment classes use the Universal Reformer, the Cadillac, and the Chair. All apparatus uses spring weight resistance. This unique environment is both challenging and supportive: the springs require muscle strength and control to move smoothly and the pulleys and springs allow the body to go further than it could on its own. The apparatus also helps to put the body in correct alignment and to train the right muscle, which is key to rehabilitating and correcting faulty muscular patterning, as well to developing optimal muscle tone. There are literally hundreds of exercises you can do on these three pieces of apparatus, allowing us to work with most injuries and physical challenges. It is recommended that you have some matwork experience before starting on the equipment, so please speak to reception or to an instructor if you need more advice on what is most appropriate for you.
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 Gravity Strap Classes
New at Integration! Our unique design in suspension exercise builds balance and symmetry as well as strength and agility. The gravity straps allow you to work with your own body weight to create functional, overall fitness and power. Kettlebells will also be used in the gravity strap classes for additional benefits. The core is put into a high velocity environment with these weighted balls, building explosive power and whole body coordination.
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Vinyasa Flow Yoga Classes
New at Integration! This style of yoga flows through its sequences and postures – standing, seated, backbends, forward bends, inversions. It is designed to heat the body through linking the movement from one posture to the next. Sun Salutations are a major vehicle of movement. Iyengar and Ashtanga Yoga are its influences. Props will be used to open up the body in specific ways, make alignment adjustments and to ensure safe movement. This rejuvenating body-mind practice cultivates inner and outer strength.
Yoga is a moving meditation, and although that may also be said of Pilates, it is much more so for Yoga. The postures are designed to impact you on a physical level – to stretch, strengthen or align, but are also designed to focus and quiet the mind. We have found them to be an excellent complement to each other, and hope you will as well.
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Levels
We have several levels of classes – please see our schedule. If you have never done Pilates or yoga before, we recommend starting with level 1. If you have some experience in these or are at a high level of fitness, it may be more appropriate to start in level 2. Level 3 and 4 classes challenge strength and flexibility, unique coordination and especially endurance, and are meant for those with a strong pilates foundation. For more information on which class is right for you, please speak to reception or an instructor.
In general we recommend classes 2–3 times a week – ideally combining mat and equipment classes, since they complement each other and allow participants to experience the full range of Pilates repertoire. If you can only come once a week, we recommend taking a Pilates Mat class to learn the foundations and to learn material you can do at home. However, some conditions are best worked with on the equipment. Please speak with reception or an instructor if you have any questions on where to start.
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