Basically, all you need is yourself and a pilates/yoga mat! If you're attending an online class make sure you have a working wifi connection (to ensure the video feed runs smoothly for optimal observation and instruction).

Our pilates classes will often include weights or stretch bands; If you don't have those, you can also use cans of soup and a scarf or old pair of tights. If you can't find even those items around your house, no worries - let the instructor know and they can provide you with further common household items alternatives.

Body Ability Studio's pilates classes typically last almost an hour (55 minutes total).

The price depends on which classes you're using (online, private at home, private online, etc.). Here are links to the pages where you'll find the pricing options for each:

• Online classes (group and private)
• Private at-home (in person)

If you have any more questions about our pricing, please contact us!

The more regularly you attend pilates classes the quicker you'll feel and see the results. We generally recommend at least two pilates classes a week so you can remember the correct forms and build on previous knowledge without forgetting.

We generally recommend at least two classes per week for best results. The number of classes you're attending each week will impact how quickly you see results, but (and again - there are factors that might impact this assessment) we've found that if you're doing regular twice-a-week classes then you should start seeing physical results in a month.

When it comes to mental results though, you should feel those almost immediately (hooray for endorphins)!

The number of calories you burn in pilates class depends on your fitness levels, body type, and the length of your session (our sessions last around 55 minutes, FYI). If you'd like a rough idea, here's an article from Harvard University that provides a breakdown of different body weights and the calories they burn participating in a variety of activies.

Yes, pilates will build muscle. Pilates alone won't build bulk, but it will build lean muscle while toning and lengthening muscles.

Yes, pilates is fantastic for flexibility! Flexibility is an important part of functional movement and pilates addresses not only flexibility (the range of movement at joints) but also develops mobility (how you're able to move through the range of movement without restriction or pain). This focus on flexibility and mobility is also why pilates focuses on developing long and supple muscles rather than bulky muscles.

Short answer - yes, as pilates builds muscle and muscle burns fat more efficiently. However, we recommend that you engage in some cardiovascular activities (like our barre classes!) in conjunction with your pilates routine for best results.

One of the best elements of pilates is that it can be adjusted to any level of fitness. Pilates was initially developed by Joseph Pilates to assist him with polio recovery and therefore it's capable of facilitating fitness in ALL types of people and bodies (overweight, athletic, even those with injuries and in recovery). Our pilates instructors are extremely knowledgeable and capable of adjusting moves to meet these different levels of ability and contribute effectively to progression.

Yes, pilates DEFINITELY tones your body! It's one of the best activities for toning muscles because the focus of pilates is on developing lean and supple muscles.

Pilates is EXCELLENT for posture! One of the main premises of pilates is to bring the body into its most functional form. The body's most functional form (basically allowing you to move in the most efficient ways, as well as other numerous benefits) is based in correct posture, therefore pilates places a lot of focus on correcting bad posture and re-aligning deviations.

Yes, pilates is safe during pregnancy. Depending on how far along you are (and whether you've done pilates before) you can join in on normal pilates class up until a certain trimester. If you've never done pilates before then you may want to sign up for our prenatal classes or private classes to make sure you get the tailored attention you need.

Specifically, pilates is great for both pre-and post-natal stages as it helps strengthen and support the muscles around the back and stomach. Stronger core muscles help with pregnancy (and the changes that come with it) as well as speeding up the recovery period after birth.

Hell no! 🙂 Pilates is beneficial for EVERYONE, regardless of gender, body type, fitness level, etc. You can find a class that is geared towards what you're looking for and your specific needs, from group to private classes, floor to barre classes, and even pre-natal classes!