The Space Vancouver - Pilates Mat and Reformer Exercises
Our Yaletown studio offers beginner, intermediate and advanced level pilates classes.
Client Testimonial
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“Walk into the tranquil coziness of The Space and it’s hard not to feel welcome. The Space is a wellness retreat in the best sense of the term. Staffed by professional and supportive teachers, many of whom are dancers, it’s a place to strengthen and nurture one’s body. Infused with calm, it’s a safe environment to stretch limits and try new things. And, with its joyful spirit, it’s a great spot to meet great people. Add it up and you have one of the loveliest sanctuaries in the heart of Vancouver.” ~ Wendy Soobis, Vancouver |
About Pilates
Pilates is a mind and body fitness regime combining flexibility, strength and coordination to the whole body. Using mats and specialized equipment, there are more than 500 resistance exercises beneficial for rehabilitation, injury prevention, postural alignment and overall fitness. While focusing on core stability and efficiency of movement, the programs are created to meet the needs and abilities of each individual by encouraging body awareness.
At The Space Vancouver we offer:
Customized Group Pilates Reformer Programs
Group Reformer work is performed on specialized equipment with 4 - 5 students per teacher. Each student will develop a specialized program so that their workout is completely tailored to ones needs. It is ideal for people of all levels as well as a great form of rehabilitation. Before joining these group classes, 5 private sessions with a teacher is required to build a suitable program. We recommend students to take a private class every 4 months to make appropriate changes to individual workout programs.
NEW - Led Group Pilates Reformer Exercises
Led Group Reformer work is performed on specialized equipment with 4 –6 students per teacher. Unlike the group reformer classes, these sessions are based on everyone doing the same exercises flowing from one exercise to the next. 5 privates are required for new students to familiarize each student with the equipment, modifications and variations of basic exercises. See classes schedule for times available.
Pilates and Rehabilitation
At The Space Vancouver, we recognize the importance of taking Pilates out of the studio so that we can affect positive change in our daily lives. Poor postural habits from extended periods of sitting and driving contribute to misalignment, cause discomfort and pain, and lead to future injuries.
Pilates takes a holistic approach to wellness, emphasizing head, neck, trunk and spinal alignment in order to bring a state of harmony to the body. While working to correct imbalances and strengthen chronic weaknesses, the exercises are easily modifiable to fit all levels, including those suffering from neurological impairments, chronic pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, and movement dysfunction. Pilates helps to develop the body awareness and strength we need to find well-being in our everyday lives.
Mat Pilates Classes
Mat work is a series of progressive exercises focusing on abdominal muscles, strength and flexibility. This does not require specialized equipment and can be done at home. These sessions are by registration only, generally in 8-week intervals.
Current Mat Pilates Courses
March 17th - May 19th 2008
Next Mat Pilates Courses
Starting May 27th 2008
| Level 1 – Beginner | |
| Level 2 – Intermediate | (must have take at least 1 beginner series) |
| Level 3 – Advanced | (must have take at least 2 intermediate series) |
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These mat classes are based on a series of progressive exercises done on the mat focusing on abdominal muscles, strength and flexibility. Pre-registration is required and we do suggest taking 2 classes per week. |
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| 1 series of 8 weeks: | $125 |
| 2 series of 8 weeks in same dates: | $225 (savings of $25) |
| Mat Class Schedule Level 1 - Beginner | |
| Mon 8pm | With Suzanne |
| Wed 8pm | With Sharon |
| Fri 6pm | With Sam |
| Mat Class Schedule Level 2 - Intermediate | |
| Mon 7pm | With Suzanne |
| Sat 9am | With Meghan (drop-in class) |
| Sat 9am | With Meghan (drop-in class) |
| Mat Class Schedule Level 3 - Advanced | |
| Wed 7pm | With Meghan |
| Thurs 12noon | With Suzanne |
| Mat Class Schedule -Level 2 Drop-In | |
| Sat 9am | With Meghan (drop-in class) |
| Sat 9am | With Meghan (drop-in class) |