In the wonderful world of Pilates Studios, not all are created equal.  The market has become saturated over time and there are so many options, as a client it is almost hard to choose!  Should you go with the franchised studio that offers 12+ classes a day or the small boutique studio that has the personalized feel? Your health and fitness routine is a rather large investment and the decision can feel overwhelming and impossible. *Deep breath*  We get it. It’s happened to all of us. Pilates is the type of workout that is supposed to help you strengthen your mind, body and ..read more

To My Peninsula Pilates Community, Where do I even begin?! This past year has been one of the best of my life, and it is all thanks to YOU! When I took the leap of faith to open my own Pilates studio, I had no idea what to expect. I was worried about competing with other studios in the area and thought that perhaps people wouldn’t want to take a gamble by booking a class at a brand new studio. That fear was quickly abandoned when I started meeting all of you. I know that small business owners probably say this all the time, but I truly mean it — my clients mean the world to me. Your consta ..read more

Whether you are an expert to pilates or brand new to the practice, stepping foot into a new studio can be intimidating. We get it! At Peninsula Pilates, we want you to feel like our studio is a home away from home. Our goal is to make you feel comfortable from the moment you walk into our studio for the first time - and part of that is knowing what to expect. Our team put together a comprehensive list of what you can expect at your first class — take a look below to learn more! Before Your Intro Class: -Please remember to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! We encourage you to drink plenty o ..read more

  Pilates is a unique form of exercise — there is truly nothing else like it. The practice of Pilates, when done properly, can challenge you, strengthen you and reduce overall stress. When done consistently, Pilates can change someone’s life in various ways. However, we have seen that there are four main benefits to incorporating this type of exercise in your workout routine. 1 — Increase Core Strength All Pilates movements stem from the core, which instantly challenges and strengthens your abdominals. This will help with daily movements, from carrying groceries to simple household tasks ..read more

Footwork is the foundation of reformer pilates classes, as it is typically the first exercise performed on the reformer. Footwork was designed to bring focus to your body, muscles, and mind through breath and movement. Footwork is a series of foot positions that are performed on the foot bar while laying face up. This approach is meticulously designed to bring focus to your body, muscles, and mind through breath and movement. There are a variety of positions you can take on the foot bar including: Pilates V, parallel, perch, heels, and wide. Not only will these various positions work differ ..read more

Your first Pilates session is exciting. You’re going to love it! At the same time, you can feel a little anxious before going. It’s new and you don’t know what to expect. Let me share some tips on how to prepare for your first session. Know studio rules before you go A good studio will let you know their policies. You should have access to these answers before you go: What is your cancellation policy? Do I have to wear grip socks during the class? Do I have to wear a mask the whole time? (Differs by state & county) Is the class I’m attending beginner? Arrive 10 minutes early I’m ..read more