CORE Basics – Pilates Mat
Buckhead/Westside
New to Pilates? Check out this introduction to the method. In this class, you will learn the fundamental principles that underpin the method and how to work within your body safely and effectively. You will use small props like the foam roller to help develop your basic core stability so you can hit the ground running when you enter our Advanced Beginner mat class. Small classes and CORE’s focus on the individual provides you an opportunity to receive personalized feedback about how CORE can best meet your fitness goals. (10 person maximum)
Intermediate Pilates Mat
Westside
If you have some limited experience with the Pilates method, or if you are new to the method and are taking both private and group classes, the Advanced Beginner class is for you. After five to ten sessions, you will be able to move through the entire beginning mat sequence without stopping. Many clients will take the advanced beginning class for six months or more in order to develop a solid foundation before moving up to the Intermediate level. Prior Pilates experience or permission of the instructor is required in order to join this class. (10 person maximum)
GYROKINESIS® (Various Levels)
Buckhead/Westside
Gyrokinesis® methodology is a yoga-based movement system created by Juliu Horvath, who drew on principles from ballet, swimming, gymnastics, tai chi and acupressure to create this full body workout. Exercises incorporate breath work and all seven elements of spinal movement to systematically stretch and strengthen the body. The rhythmic, fluid movements provide a great workout. You will leave your class feeling longer, stronger, relaxed and invigorated. (10 person maximum)
Pilates for Osteoporosis
Westside
Osteoporosis is the gradual and silent loss of bone and it is not a normal aging process. Osteopenia is mildly reduced bone mass. Unfortunately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and 34 million have osteopenia. One in 2 American women and 1 in 4 American men over the age of 50 will suffer osteoporosis related fracture in his or her lifetime.
Research has shown that physical exercise can halt the progression of bone loss. Pilates for Osteoporosis and Osteopenia is a safe and effective program. The classes will teach participants how to modify the classical Pilates exercises to make them safe and which moves are contraindicated.
We will emphasize body awareness and axial elongation and focus on the abdominal without using "crunches" which place the spine at risk of fracture.
Introductory Tower Workshop
Westside - The first Thursday of the month at 6:30pm
The Tower Workshop is designed for students who have never taken a tower class. The workshop focuses on the components of the tower, set up, safety precautions and basic exercises using the equipment.
After taking this workshop, you will be ready to take your pilates regimen to the next level (Tower classes) without having to take private sessions.
CORE Basics – Pilates Tower
Buckhead/Westside
Joseph Pilates designed the Tower as a vertical exercise structure his New York-based clients could install into a door frame in their tiny apartments. The Tower gives clients the benefits of working on Pilates apparatus in a group setting. Our Basics class teaches equipment set up, core connections and safety considerations, laying a foundation for moving to our other Pilates Tower classes.
Buckhead/Westside
In level II and level III tower class, you also warm up with Pilates mat work and move to the tower. Since participants already have a good working knowledge of the mat and apparatus work, you will move quickly through the exercises for a challenging workout. Prior Tower class experience and/or permission of instructor required for enrollment.
Mixed-Level Pilates Tower
Buckhead/Westside
Have some Pilates experience and just need a class that fits your schedule? Come to a mixed-level class for an invigorating, fun workout tailored to your skill level. This class requires prior Pilates experience.
Barre Blend
Westside
This class, a CORE original developed by veteran teacher Joy Davis, combines ballet-inspired barre work, Pilates-inspired floor exercises, and traditional weight work to provide a fun, challenging workout that targets your abs, arms and thighs. (10 person maximum)
Pilates Wunda Chair
Joseph Pilates also designed the Wunda Chair for a client who wanted to be able to do a full apparatus workout in her tiny New York apartment. This apparatus provides a super-challenging addition to your existing Pilates routine. Substantial prior Pilates experience and permission of instructor required for enrollment.
Pilates Boot Camp
Westside
Pilates Boot Camp is a fun and fast-paced class for the experienced Pilates student. It uses multiple pieces of equipment as well as small props to get a full body workout.
Our classes run on a drop-in basis with a limited class size to maximize individual attention. Class size varies by location and class type. We STRONGLY encourage you to reserve a spot at least 24 hours in advance by calling the studio or visiting our web site, http://www.coreatl.com. From our home page, select the Online Scheduling link, login and click on the “Pilates Mat and GYROKINESIS” tab on the upper right-hand side. Prepayment is required to reserve your slot.
If you will have reserved a spot in class but will not be able to attend, please contact our administrative team at least 24 hours in advance to cancel. If you provide less than 24 hours notice of your absence, your account will be charged as if you attended class.
Please arrive at least five minutes in advance of your class time. Any open slots will go to clients on the wait list five minutes after the class starts, regardless of advanced reservation status. To book a standing slot in a class, please see our administrative team and sign up for auto-renewal of your series.