Class Descriptions
Explore all of our class offerings below. For class days and times, see our Class Schedule.
- Allegro Reformer Class
- Allegro Reformer Introductory Workshop
- Studio Circuit Training
- Gyrokinesis™ Small Group Instruction
- Pilates Mat Classes
- Roller & Ring Classes
Allegro Reformer Class
If you are looking for the perfect complement to your aerobic program, try Pilates Allegro Reformer. In this small group class you will be guided through a series of controlled exercises that are specifically tailored to your level of ability. Each student will work on a reformer, a special apparatus that allows for full range of motion with increasing levels of difficulty. This amazing program will help you to attain a higher level of balance in your exercise program as you simultaneously strengthen and stretch your entire body, ultimately helping you develop greater strength, improved balance, ease of motion, and bone density. Pilates Allegro classes meet for one hour, twice a week. Participation is limited to eight students per class. The cost for twelve classes is $275. To reserve your Allegro reformer, call Elizabeth Larkam at 415.901.9310 or e-mail pilates@sfbayclub.com.
Allegro Reformer Introductory Workshop
Learn the principles of safe, effective Allegro reformer exercise for independent practice or class participation. Our Introductory Workshop meets the second Thursday of each month from 6:00 until 8:00 pm. The cost is $50 per person. Call 415.901.9310 to reserve your Allegro reformer today, or e-mail pilates@sfbayclub.com.
Studio Circuit Training
Fast-track your Pilates foundation with efficient, cost-effective Pilates Studio Circuit Training. Four members meet for six sessions. You'll receive instruction on the reformer, trapeze table, combo chair, barrels, and rotator discs, as well as the Gyrotonic® Pulley Tower. Expect improvement in balance, core control, flexibility, and posture. To further your progress, your instructor can teach you moves for independent practive on the Allegro reformers between group meetings.
Classes meet Monday and Wednesday at midday and early evening. The cost for six classes is $210. To register or receive more information, call Elizabeth Larkam at 415.901.9310 or e-mail pilates@sfbayclub.com.
Gyrokinesis™ Small Group Instruction
Gyrokinesis™ is the mat version of Gyrotonic®, an exercise system used by people of all ages, in dance, sport-specific, and therapeutic facilities around the world. Gyrokinesis™ is a unique system of exercises that incorporates movement principles from yoga, tai chi, and swimming. Exercises synchronized with yoga breathing patterns work the entire body through seven natural elements of spinal motion. For a schedule of Gyrokinesis small group instruction, please call 415.901.9310.
Pilates Mat Classes
Our one-hour Pilates mat classes will help you improve posture and develop core control, which is the ability to move effectively and efficiently by transmitting force from the body's center through the torso and limbs. Pilates-evolved mat exercises coordinate diaphragmatic breathing with properly sequenced co-contractions of the deep abdominal, pelvic floor, and spinal musculature. The exercises emphasize precise alignment and efficient sequencing of movement. There are countless different movement phrases, which are performed seated, standing, on all fours, or lying on your back, side, or front.
Pilates mat classes are open to all members on a drop-in basis at no cost. Check our Class Schedule for days and times.
Roller & Ring Classes
Improve your coordination, standing alignment, and balance in these one-hour classes, which integrate principles of core control with spine mobility. Each participant uses a foam roller and a Pilates resistance ring to develop efficient movement strategies in all positions—from lying on their back on the roller to standing on the roller. Roller and ring classes are open to all members on a drop-in basis at no cost. Check our Class Schedule for days and times.