class descriptions

pilates
whole body exercises that create a strong and flexible body while helping to correct posture.
classes range in levels from complete beginner to advanced and are limited to 7 participants

mat basics
beginner
classical mat concepts and exercises are introduced.
no experience necessary

mat I
beginner
knowledge of the classical mat repertoire and breakdowns of the exercises are expanded upon.
mat basics necessary.

mat II
intermediate
more challenging exercises are introduced.
mat I experience necessary

mat III
advanced
a challenging class working from the whole repertoire and emphasizing flowing movement
mat II experience necessary

back care
exercises designed to help deal with chronic or acute lower back issues.
no experience necessary

upper body
a class designed to relieve upper body stress and tension and rehabilitate.
no experience necessary

machine
all levels
mat exercises are adapted to include spring resistance for further strengthening on specialized pilates equipment.
classes revolve around 3 machines. the reformer, the trapeze table and the wunda chair

yoga
all levels
alignment based classes drawn from the ashtanga form. our yoga class is taught by riki richter who teaches anatomy for downward dog's teacher's training. she has completed her 5th year of osteopathic studies and combines her knowledge of yoga, pilates and osteopathy into a more alignment specific class.

all levels welcome!

classes limited to 4 participants in machine and 7 in mat

1 hour classes unless otherwise specified

private and semi-private classes available by appointment