I recently got back into Reformer Pilates and it's all thanks to a special instructor (Cobble) and an amazing new studio in St. Matthew's.
Right after the new year I was sent an introductory offer, which I think they are still promoting, for an introductory class and 6 additional classes for $60! The caveat is that you have to use within 2 weeks. (After the intro session classes are around $25 or less, depending on the package you select).
Of course I signed up and made it my mission to complete the classes.
This is a new studio, that is clean, minimalist and beautiful. The studio is tucked upstairs of the shopping center near Thierman Lane.
When you enter you are immediately greeted by staff and asked for your name to sign in. Merchandise, drinks, and socks are for sale at the desk. There is a small area to hang jackets and leave shoes. They also have a changing room in case you come right after work (like I often do)!
While you wait for classes to begin there is a sitting area with a couch and two comfy chairs.
Then the instructor comes out and greets you about 5 minutes before the class begins and invites you inside the studio. I think there are 16 reformers in the studio about 3 feet apart from each other.
The instructors are very knowledgeable and help with form and pushing you until the movement is over. They also walk around at the beginning to chat with everyone.
The classes are taught with through recorded exercise classes on TVs throughout the studio. It will suggest a spring range and they explain the movement.
Reformer Pilates is little movements to tone and tighter the body. I have loved getting back into the classes and look forward to many more in the future.
I only wish the classes were slightly longer - they run about 40 minutes with the stretch at the end.
I would highly recommend if you've never tried it or are looking for a new routine. read more