island pilates
& wellness studio
class offerings
Classes are offered 7 days and 4 evenings a week at
island pilates & wellness studio
You can register to participate in any class by signing in HERE or by scrolling below to the interactive calendar. The first time you sign up, you will need to create a user name and password, and then you can easily book any time after that on this site. If you encounter any issues or have any questions, please text or call us at 912.222.8782, so that we can assist. Below you can find more information about the class formats we offer, and for a detailed description of each class, you can click onto the class title on the online calendar. If you are new to Pilates, Yoga, Barre, or any of our other formats, we encourage you to sign up for an "essentials" class or an introductory private session for one-on-one instruction.
class schedule
REFORMER
Exercises on the Reformer use a gliding carriage & spring resistance to develop long, lean muscles & strengthen the core. Class formats include Reformer Flow, Reformer +, Cardio Reformer, Reformer Restore, Reformer/Barre, ReforMEN, Reformer Yoga, Reformer Sculpt, Reformer Circuit, & A2 Infinity.
SPRINGWALL
Through a system of springs & bars, this wall-mounted equipment supports the body to ensure proper stabilization and positioning, while providing added resistance for strengthening & lengthening muscles.
Classes include Springwall+, PHIT EQ, Cardio Springwall, & Springwall Flow.
TOWER
The wall-mounted tower has many features of the Cadillac including a push-thru bar, roll down bar, & arm/leg straps whereby spring resistance exercises increase strength, lentgh, stability, & range of motion.
STABILITY CHAIR
This sturdy, multi-functional machine utilizes spring resistance to achieve upper & lower-body strength, core control, & balanced stability. Chair is a unique, challenging compliment to mat, Reformer & Springwall - it's excellent for both rehabilitation (those who need to stay in a seated or supported) & high-performance exercises (athletes &/or fitness enthusiasts).
MAT PILATES
Contemporary Mat Pilates improves flexibility, builds strength, & develops control & endurance. This foundational practice puts emphasis on alignment, breath, & a strong core center, as well as coordination & balance. Equipment such as mini-balls, weighted balls, hand weights, thera-bands, fitness circles, medicine balls, foam rollers, gliding discs, arcs, &/or other small apparatus may be used. Class formats include Mat Classic, Mat Props, Mat Groove, Booty Camp, Yogalates, Hottie Pilates, or ABsolute.
YOGA
Classes consist of traditional yoga postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), & relaxation/meditation techniques (dyana) to clear the mind, strengthen the core, liberate the spine, open the hips, lengthen the muscles, alleviate the joints, reduce stress, & improve circulation in the organs, glands, & tissues. Class formats include Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow, Hot26, Yin, Candlelight, Sunrise/Sunset, Reformer Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Children/Family Yoga, Yogalates, BUTI, CardiYoga.
BARRE
A total body workout that builds on principles of Ballet, Pilates, & fitness using a Ballet Barre. Increase strength, refine muscles, improve balance, & develop better posture with an intense & unique workout. Formats include Springwall Barre, Barre/BOSU, Reformer Barre, Barre/Gliding Discs, Blacklight Barre, Wine Barre Workout, Barre Burn (heated room 90), Barre/Bang!, Barre Plus+, Gentle Barre & Stretch, & Ballet Bootcamp.
BHODI/TRX
Bodhi Suspension System's two independent ropes offer four suspension points for upper body, lower body, & full body training. Designed for all body types & fitness levels, it builds strength, stability, & proprioception. Similarly, TRX develops strength, balance, flexibility & core stability simultaneously using your own body weight & gravity to complete exercises on the TRX Suspension Trainer.
CIRCUIT/PHIT EQ
Push your Pilates practice into the cardio, plyo, & intensity zones with Pilates High Intensity Training & Circuit classes using traditional Pilates Spring Equipment and additional apparatus such as Bhodi, TRX, Weights, Bells, Bands, BOSU, Indoor Bicycle, Trampoline, & small apparatus in safe, effective & creative ways. This is a fast-paced workout practiced to louder, driving music. Sneakers recommended.
STRETCH
A slow, progressive series of deep stretches & guided breath that increase range of motion & encourage better posture while mitigating stress, liberating the spine, opening the hips, lengthening the muscles, alleviating the joints, & improving circulation in the organs, glands, and tissues. Class formats include Deep Stretch & Release, Gentle Stetch, Reformer Release, &
Seated Stretch.
FOAM ROLLER/OOV
Activate core stabilizing muscles while gently extending the spine to stimulate healthy intervertebral disc lubrication. From stretching to core strengthening to rehabilitation, the Oov® offers significant benefits. The foam shape complements the spine’s natural curves & creates a head pillow when the body is supine. Similarly, foam roller will both challenge & restore the body with exercises that focus on core balance, strength, flexibility, myofascial release, & overall proprioception. Reduce joint stress, rejuvenate sore muscles, increase energy & circulation, encourage flexibility, & reduce pain.
FASCIA & FACIAL
This class guides you through myofascial release exercises, deep stretches, and self-massage techniques using various tools and modalities to impart deep healing and rejuvenation. Reduce blockages in the muscles, skin, and fascia to restore optimal circulation, detoxify lymphs, improve muscle health, soften deep lines, and encourage plump and glowing skin in this unique workshop-style group practice.
STRONG!
STRONG! is a whole-body workout that uses free weights, kettle bells, & resistance bands to develop muscles, bone strength, tone, & endurance. Strength & resistance training helps improve the strength, range of motion, & mobility of your muscles, ligaments, & tendons.
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CARDIO
Cardio classes offer a challenging mix of intense, dynamic core-stabilizing exercises & cardiovascular endurance movements to get the blood flowing & heart rate elevated. Increase your stamina & burn calories during these intense & fun workouts that include CardioDance, Zumba, Circuit, Tribalates, Primal Power, Bang! Bang!, Cardiyoga, Cardio Reformer, KBOX, Cardio Springwall, & more.
BOSU/BALL
Classes & sessions involving the Weck Method BOSU Balance Trainer or a Stability Ball provide a full-body workout designed to both strengthen and stabilize, and may consist of intense cardio segments, focused toning exercises balance challenges, and more. Either piece of equipment might also be added to a Mat, Springwall, Tower, Barrre, Strong!, or Bhodi Suspension class, as well.
BANG! BANG!
Pound and drum your way into cardiovascular fitness and core strength in a rousing, high-energy, rhythmic class that utilizes drum sticks as props and music as inspiration. Class formats include Bang!Bang!, Bang! House Club, Bang! Classic, and Barre/Bang! Mash-Up.
HEATED
The thermogenic effects of both traditional and infrared heat help energize & detoxify, & encourage flexibility, stamina, stress reduction, circulation, caloric burn, & improved cardiovascular health. With the higher temps (90-95+°), reach new levels of personal health & endurance. Class formats include HOT Reformer Yoga, Detox Flow, Barre Burn, Hottie Pilates, Hot26, & Hot Slow Flow.
PRIMAL POWER
This empowering & unique full-body workout blends elements of animal movement patterns, Vinyasa Yoga, Pilates, martial arts, tribal dance, plyometrics, energized stillness, & meditation to improve mobility, strength, balance, & endurance. Discover the benefits to both your physical and mental wellbeing by moving in ways that are primal, instinctive, and functional - just as nature intended.
PRE/POSTNATAL
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Prenatal Pilates brings heightened focus to abdominal strength and lumbo-pelvic mobility/stabilty to build and reinforce the support system, while adapting to the changing body of the mother-to-be. Prenatal Yoga includes poses, deep breathing, relaxation and meditation that may be practiced through all trimesters. Connect in class with other expectant moms and prepare for labor and delivery. Postnatal practices help to restore joint, muscle, and ligament health, as well as core strength and pelvic control.
SPORT-SPECIFIC
The functional benefits you gain from a regular Pilates practice are the perfect combination for an athlete, runner, or dancer. Whether it's golf, soccer, football, tennis, pickleball, ballet, gymnastics, swimming, or any other activity, Pilates shares many of the same fundamentals such as breathing, stabilizing, centering, fluidity, concentration, strength, & proper body alignment. Class formats/workshops include Pilates for Golfers, Pilates for Dancers, Pilates for Tennis, etc.
BREATH WORK
Become more intentional with your breath through conscious, controlled, and meditative breathing techniques that induce the relaxation response, aid the nervous system, discharge energy, & increase overall awareness. Transform stress, anxiety, pain, & depression into positive states of well-being while re-integrating the body, mind, & spirit to cultivate a sense of balance & wholeness. Practice may include diaphramic, deep belly, wave, single-nasal, counted, or contemplative breathing & pranayama (yogic breathwork), as well as movements, stretches, poses, & meditation.