Fitness and Pilates
Fitness and Pilates classes at Circle Yoga in Washington, DC, offer mindful, intelligent practices that focus on building core strength, stability, coordination, and balance. Our fitness and Pilates teachers are highly trained—each with years of experience—and attentive to the needs of each student. Choose from the classes below, and join us today!
Strength Foundations Level 1
This Level 1 strength, core, and mobility class is designed to support whole-body integration and functional movement. Using hand weights and resistance bands to add load, we’ll strengthen muscles and bones with an emphasis on neutral alignment of the spine, healthy range of motion for the joints, and awareness of the breath. Expect a dynamic class that generally progresses through four blocks—warm-up, strength training, core floor work, and active stretching/mobility. For virtual participants, we suggest having a 48” long, 3/4” wide PVC pipe (a broomstick works too) and hand weights (a pair of 3lb weights and something a little heavier is a great place to start). If you’re joining us at the studio, all props and weights are provided.
Strength Foundations Level 2
Strength Foundations Level 2 class moves at a faster pace and is more challenging than Strength Foundations Level 1. Before taking Level 2, please take Level 1 first and check in with the teacher after class.
This strength, core, balance, and mobility class is designed to support whole-body integration and functional movement. Using hand weights and resistance bands to add load, we’ll strengthen muscles and bones with an emphasis on neutral alignment of the spine, healthy range of motion for the joints, and awareness of the breath. Expect a dynamic and challenging class that generally progresses through four blocks—warm-up, strength training, core floor work, and active stretching/mobility. For virtual participants, we suggest having a 48” long, 3/4” wide PVC pipe (a broomstick works too) and hand weights (a pair of 5lb weights and something a little heavier is a great place to start). If you’re joining us at the studio, all props and weights are provided.
Pilates Level 1
Pilates Level 1 students will learn the fundamental concepts and exercises of the Pilates system as they explore the low-impact mat exercise sequence. This is a mindful, intelligent practice that focuses on proper biomechanics and the breath, while developing core strength, stability, coordination, balance, and focus. Students learn how to protect themselves from injury and make appropriate adjustments for their own bodies.
Pilates Level 1-2
This is a fun, challenging, and faster paced class for intermediate to advanced mat Pilates students. Students are expected to know the fundamentals of core body activation and stabilization and be familiar with proper form/alignment and biomechanics. These concepts will be necessary as we focus on applying them to more advanced traditional Pilates exercises and more contemporary core and body strengthening exercises. Students will develop strength, flexibility, cardiovascular and muscular endurance, coordination, balance, and focus, as they work multiple planes of the body using props. This class is appropriate for students who have completed one session of the Pilates Level 1 class, or equivalent.
Pilates Total Fitness
Tone and strengthen your core while also enjoying the benefits of a dynamic, full-body workout. While Pilates principles set the foundation for this class, students will be guided carefully through other techniques to improve strength, stamina, stability, and flexibility. Each class will include some cardio and the use of props and equipment, such as rings, light weights, and resistance bands. The routine progresses over the course of the session, and every session is different to keep workouts interesting and effective. Please note that this class is designed for students who have completed at least one session of Pilates Level 1, or equivalent. Pilates Total Fitness is higher intensity and faster paced. It is not designed for beginner students or students with injuries or special conditions.