06/12/2026
Our Group Apparatus 1 classes are very special and we love them around here at the studio.
All our classes are led by a Kinesiologist (Amy) or kinesiology university student (Gwyneth). We understand movement inside and out.
We adapt each individual class to the group of clients participating.
We take the client’s injuries, issues, limitations, and ability level and program accordingly. We also listen to the advice from your physio, chiro, dr, and osteo to guide your movement in class.
Group Apparatus 1 classes focus on building functional movement patterns working with pre-Pilates (physiotherapy style exercises) and foundational Pilates exercises to build strength, endurance, coordination, balance, flexibility, and core stability.
This level is perfect for those who are new or newer to Pilates, those who need to build important muscular connections, those who like a slower transitional pace, or for those rehabilitating an injury.
All new clients are asked to attend four Group Apparatus 1 classes (or several privates) to learn the basics, before deciding whether to move up to the Group Apparatus 2 level or stick at the first level for longer. The first level sets each client up for success to become stronger for the higher level of exercises.
We have a very special offer for new clients: 4-pack of drop in Group Apparatus 1 classes at our much discounted membership rate. You get to try the studio out and see if it’s a good fit for you. Link for more info in profile.
Depending on the theme of the class, clients benefit from using a variety of Pilates Apparatus: reformer, wunda chair, tower, arm chair, barrels, and other Pilates apparatus, like foot corrector, toe corrector, 2x4, bean bag, etc.
We’d love to meet you! Please reach out with any questions or concerns you may have, we are glad to help.
05/31/2026
Meagan has done it again!
Our family photos for my graduation are so lovely. Thank you Meagan ❤️🤗
I started my journey to complete my Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology university degree in January 2022. And graduated this Spring 2026.
I have been in the fitness industry as a certified Personal Trainer since 1999. I later added yoga teacher, group exercise instructor, and Pilates teacher certifications.
Through out my career I have always wanted to finish my degree in Kinesiology. I tried when my children were younger, but it was too much at that time.
So four years ago, I set out on my journey. It was challenging juggling family life, taking care of the pups, making time for dear friends, and opening the studio all while taking university classes. It has also been rewarding. I truly love learning, so I really enjoyed delving more into the science of movement.
Thank you to my family and friends for your support. As well as my fabulous clients who inspire me to teach. You make this career so worth it. I get to teach healing movement to such an amazing group of clients, you are a gift ❤️
Please note: two of the photos were taken at the commencement ceremony taken by me and my son Harrison. The rest were Meagan.
The last few photos I couldn’t help myself but post, Meagan took gorgeous photos of my pups: Cassie, Murphy, and Sophie 🥰❤️
05/26/2026
Three years ago I came across a recent meta-analysis researching which modes of exercise reduce low back pain and wrote a short article about it.
This massive meta-analysis looked at 118 randomized control trials (RCT) of ways to reduce LBP and to determine which type of exercise is best for reducing pain and disability in adults with chronic LBP.
RCTs reduce bias and provide a rigorous tool to examine cause-effect relationships between an intervention and outcome, so analyzing 118 RCTs is an amazing way to see accurate outcomes (Hariton & Locascio, 2018).
This particular study looked at LBP and different modes of exercise:
* Stretching
* Generic strength workouts
* McKenzie method
* Aerobic workouts
* Pilates
* Core-based workouts
* Specific motor control exercises
Pilates had the highest likelihood for reducing pain (93%) and disability (98%) (Fernández-Rodríguez et al., 2022).
Full article linked in profile
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04/19/2026
Phew 😮💨 we did it!
Vancouver Sun Run 10k
And even with all the amazing 58,000 runners Gwyneth (60:00) and I (59:12) were able to improve our 10k run time from last year - woot woot!!
Great start to the summer racing season 😍🤩
Thank you Vancouver Sun Run and other participants for making this event so enjoyable 🏃♂️ 🏃🏻♀️ 🏃
