Pilates Reformer Classes in Glen Ellyn
Small group pilates reformer classes to feel your best!
With no more than six students in a class, our small group classes provide personalized attention to help you meet your wellness goals. Our experienced teachers will support you and offer options to advance the exercise or modify as needed.
We offer several different levels of classes:
Level 1 Foundation - This class is perfect for those working to build strength and deepen their understanding of Pilates. We will focus on foundational exercises with a strong emphasis on breath, core engagement, and proper form. The Reformer is the primary apparatus used, with occasional incorporation of the Tower and Chair for variety and challenge. While the class is accessible to those with some Pilates experience, it is not intended for brand-new beginners. If you are new to the Reformer, we recommend starting with our Beginner Series or an Introductory Private Session to ensure you are confident and prepared. Already have experience? You’ll still find plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself — instructors will offer progressions to help you level up safely.
Level 1 Therapeutic - This specialized class is designed for those who thought pilates wasn’t an option for them due to a hip replacement, shoulder injury, chronic health condition or other physical limitations. With a focus on safe, mindful movement, we use supportive modifications and expert guidance to help you build strength, mobility, and confidence. This class offers a welcoming space to move in a way that feels good for your body.
Level 1.5 Experienced - This is a challenging class, presumes prior reformer experience and strong knowledge of pilates exercises. Tower and chair might be incorporated. Approval by the teacher is required to move into this class.
Level 2 Advanced - This is the same challenge as Level 1.5 but options for advanced pilates exercises will be offered. Tower and chair will be incorporated. Approval by the teacher is required to move into this class.
Pilates Equipment Classes
This dynamic small group workout combines precise movements and resistance training on specialized equipment including reformer, tower, and chair. Feel your core engage, muscles tone, and posture improve as you lengthen and strengthen with every session. Pilates leads to daily life improvements such as better posture, graceful and efficient movement, and relief from pain associated with physical imbalances. Our teachers will provide variations and modifications, ensuring that you progress at your own pace while also challenging yourself.
Why we love pilates at Balance!
Like yoga, pilates is a mind and body practice that emphasizes the importance of proper breathing during movement and can improve both strength and flexibility. They are wonderful compliments to each other and they even share some similar exercises! The focus in pilates is on the core of the body so that the rest of your body can move freely. Pilates has many of the same goals in mind, but one major difference between pilates and yoga is that in addition to mat work, different equipment can be incorporated like the reformer, chair, and cadillac.
I have been a client of this studio since its beginning. I can't say enough about the community and the beautiful people who lead classes and provide training. PIlates classes here have been the single best anti-aging decision I have made.
-Dana A.
“I am grateful to have discovered Pilates Reformer classes at Balance. I tried a less expensive Pilates Reformer club and quickly realized the higher value of the equipment and level of instruction at this studio. With no more than six students in a reformer class, students benefit from continuous coaching and feedback. The vibe is professional and welcoming. The equipment is pristine. The team meets me where I am each step of the way in my wellness journey.”
-Nancy V.
