Pilates offers a wide range of benefits, including improved core strength, posture, flexibility, and overall body awareness. It’s also low-impact, making it suitable for all fitness levels and ages. Regular practice can lead to better balance, reduced back pain, and a greater sense of physical well-being.

No minimum fitness level is required to begin Pilates. Our classes are designed for all abilities, and our instructors provide modifications for each exercise to meet individual needs. At Karve, we require new clients to complete the Intro Discovery package prior to joining group classes to ensure they’re comfortable with the basics and familiar with the equipment.

During your first Pilates session, you’ll be guided through a series of controlled movements designed to improve strength, flexibility, and posture. Instructors will demonstrate each exercise and adjust your form to ensure you’re engaging the right muscles safely and effectively. Classes are designed for all fitness levels, and modifications will be provided.

Group classes offer a fun, social environment where you’ll follow a structured workout alongside other clients. While instructors provide individualized attention, they manage the whole group, which is ideal for general fitness and skill-building. Private sessions, on the other hand, are fully customized to your needs and goals, with one-on-one attention from an instructor. This allows for a more tailored approach, which is especially beneficial for those recovering from injuries or focusing on specific areas of improvement. Both group and private sessions require grippy socks at Karve for safety and hygiene.

Wear comfortable, fitted workout attire that allows you to move freely. At Karve, we provide all necessary equipment, so you only need a water bottle and a small towel if desired. We have a water fountain to fill your bottle, and if you don’t have grippy socks, they are available for purchase at the studio.

For noticeable improvements in strength, flexibility, and posture, we recommend attending a minimum of 3 sessions per week. Consistency is key in Pilates, as the exercises are designed to be progressively challenging. At Karve, we encourage clients to find a routine that works best for their individual goals and needs.

Yes, Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise often recommended for injury rehabilitation and prevention. At Karve, our instructors are highly qualified and can modify exercises to accommodate injuries and specific needs. For clients recovering from injuries, we recommend starting with private sessions to regain strength and confidence before transitioning back to group classes.

Classes are 50 minutes. We maintain small class sizes to ensure that each client receives personalized attention from the instructor, enhancing the safety and quality of the experience.

If a class is full, you can join the waitlist. When someone cancels, clients are added from the waitlist in the order they joined, and you’ll be notified by email or text. To receive a spot, someone must cancel at least two hours before class; after that, open spots become first come, first served. If added from the waitlist and you need to cancel, the late cancellation fee applies, and a no-show incurs the no-show fee, meaning you lose the credit. We recommend only joining the waitlist if you’re sure you can attend.

We have a 12-hour cancellation policy; cancellations made within 12 hours will result in losing the credit for that class. No-shows without informing us will incur an additional $25 charge. This policy helps ensure that clients on the waitlist have an opportunity to join the class. Full details on our cancellation policy are available on our booking page.