Discover Your Pilates Path in Iowa City
Novice Class
So you’ve never taken a Reformer, Tower, or Chair class… Come to one or more novice Pilates workouts to get acquainted with the equipment and learn core principles. You’ll be shown how to safely mount and adjust each apparatus—springs and loose equipment can pose risks, and your safety is always a priority.
Taking novice classes will help you prepare for more advanced Pilates classes. It’s recommended that you speak with your instructor at the start of class before progressing to the next level. This gives them a chance to observe your movement and provide helpful feedback.
Everyone moves at their own pace. Your instructor will consider several key factors before recommending advancement: equipment safety, core strength, flexibility, and the ability to release over-engaged muscles. Homework videos are available to support your progress between classes.
Intermediate Class
Clients who are more familiar with Pilates equipment can move more efficiently through class. The more clients understand, the easier it becomes to transition between exercises without needing assistance. In our intermediate Pilates classes, those with a solid foundation can continue building strength, flexibility, and awareness of subtle movements.
These classes typically include a greater number of exercises per session. As the I.C. Pilates community in Iowa City grows, new intermediate formats will be introduced to support continued development.
It’s always okay to return to a novice or intermediate class when your body needs it. Regressing your workout can support recovery and healing. Homework videos are available to help you stay consistent and continue progressing between sessions.
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Advanced Class
Advanced Pilates classes incorporate fun and challenging new exercises designed to deepen your practice. While perfect execution isn’t required, advanced clients have a strong understanding of Pilates principles in their own bodies and the confidence to take on more demanding movement patterns.
Everyone has areas of the body that are harder to control, and these classes are an opportunity to explore those challenges. Each session includes a greater number of exercises and introduces movements that require enhanced body awareness and deeper core stability.
Homework videos are provided to support your continued progress between sessions and help maintain consistency in your Pilates practice.
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates is accessible for all levels and offers a unique way to challenge your mind, body, and endurance. These classes use bodyweight-based movements to build strength and stability, and some exercises may feel more demanding without springs to assist the motion.
Regressions and props may be provided to either support or intensify your workout, depending on your needs. Please speak with your instructor before class if you have any concerns, past injuries, or questions about specific movements.
If an exercise feels uncomfortable, you are never obligated to perform it. You’re welcome to request an alternative either before or after class to ensure your practice stays safe and effective.
Jump Class
Jumping on the Reformer provides an incredible aerobic and core-focused Pilates workout, all set to an energizing playlist. Some sessions incorporate jumping throughout the full class, while others begin with dedicated jump segments followed by exercises that target strength and flexibility across your entire body.
Your arms, core, and glutes won’t be left out—these classes also utilize the Tower, Chair, and Mat to provide a full-body Pilates experience. Whether you’re building endurance or enhancing core stability, this class format offers a fun and challenging way to move with intention.
Downtown Iowa City:
725 S Clinton St #C, Iowa City, IA 52240
