Getting Started

There are several ways to start your Pilates program and many factors to consider as you plan your first session:

• What are your personal goals?
• Do you have any significant medical concerns?
• Do you have any postural concerns?
• Do you have any Pilates experience?
• Do you have other exercise/movement experience? (dance, yoga, athletics)
• Are you “body-aware” — do you learn body movement patterns easily?
• Do you prefer exercising in small groups or privately?
• How much time are you able to invest?
• What is your budget?

Option #1

Recommended for the individual with medical or postural concerns, as well as those who may need extra time and individualized attention for learning new information. No Pilates experience required. Also a great choice for those looking for individualized guided movement with rapid results. This is the most effective option.

Start with a Get.2.kno.Joe introductory 3-pack of private sessions. You will work one-on-one with a certified instructor for three 55-minute sessions. Your sessions can be scheduled once a week for three consecutive weeks, or more frequently if you prefer. You will learn the basic concepts and principles of the Pilates Method and utilize the remainder of the time to work toward your personal goals. When your sessions are completed, you and your instructor can discuss your progress and determine how you would like to proceed with your program.

Your cost: $150

Time investment: 3 hours
Class size: Private (1)

Option #2

Recommended for the healthy individual who has limited exercise or movement background, requires extra time for learning new information and would like to minimize the cost and time investment.

Attend a Single Private session for 55-minutes of one-on-one time with a certified instructor. The session will include the basic concepts, principles of Pilates and fundamental exercises. The remainder of the time can be spent on mat exercise or equipment, depending on your personal goals. This time can also be utilized to introduce you to the different large apparatus work and mat work, so that you can determine – with the instructor’s input – how to proceed with classes.

Your Cost: $60- $70
Time Investment: 55 minutes
Class size: Private (1)

Option #3

Recommended for healthy individuals with limited exercise or movement background. The Beginner Class Package is an economical way to work with an instructor for 2 studio hours prior to entering a small group class. It is also designed to accommodate up to eight friends at a decreased cost per person. Unlike option #4, below, these sessions take you beyond the basics and fundamentals of Pilates and introduce you to the small group class exercises and pace.

Schedule a Basic Concepts Class for instruction of the principals of Pilates, followed by two 45-minute beginner level classes on either MAT or REFORMER. All classes are scheduled by appointment. For maximum benefit, plan to attend all three classes in a 2-week period.

Your Cost: $52 – $108
Time Investment: 2 hours
Class size: 1-8

Option #4

Recommended for the healthy individual with an exercise or movement background. No Pilates experience required. Also a great review for those with past Pilates experience looking to return to mat or equipment classes. This is the most economical option.

Schedule a Basic Concepts Class with one of our instructors and learn the principles of Pilates in an abbreviated 30-minute session. You will learn the verbal cues and the fundamental exercises that will allow you to enter a small group class with confidence. It may be to your advantage to schedule this class immediately before a mat class to insure good information retention and follow through for maximum benefit.

Your Cost: $35

Time Investment: 30 minutes
Class size: 1-6