Pilates is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates, after whom it was named. Pilates called his method “Contrology”. It is practiced worldwide, especially in Western countries such as Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and also Brazil, Australia.
Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movements. Pilates emphasizes proper postural alignment, core strength, muscle balance and body awareness.
Pilates can have a positive impact on your health, without taking a toll on your body like many other fitness protocols do. Pilates focuses on quality of movement rather than quantity of repetition, extreme resistance or load.
Pilates provides a refreshing mind-body workout that develops a strong core, lean muscles and a more balanced body. It helps you learn how to move efficiently, improve sports performance and prevent injuries.
The Pilates Reformer is the quintessential piece of equipment in the Pilates repertoire. You will build strength, flexibility and coordination using this spring-based pulley resistance training machine. Our small group classes (max 6) encourage an intimate learning environment and allows for our instructors to provide corrections during class.
The Reformer offers limitless variety and versatility to the Pilates exercises. You will learn to improve your posture, strengthen your core, back, arms and legs and, most importantly, you will become more in tune with your mind-body awareness.
One-on-one training is a great way to focus on your individual goals. You will restore posture-related imbalances, increase flexibility and improve your strength. Your workout program will be tailored to your body’s specific needs. It is also great for people who may be intimidated by a group class scenario but excel in a one-on-one learning environment.
With the instructor’s undivided attention, your program will be able modified and will advance according to your pace and fitness level. The instructor will provide movement corrections specific to you, and help you reach your goals most efficiently. We adapt and change the program based on your changing needs.
During private sessions, you can also work with other pieces of Pilates equipment like the Balanced Body Springboard, for added diversity and complexity to your routine.
Who will get the most benefit from the Private Pilates Classes?
A handful of private sessions as a beginner is a great way to learn the basic principles of Pilates and orient yourself to the studio and the equipment, prior to joining group classes.
Taking a private session from time to time is a good way to have a Pilates professional review your form. In the individual session, the instructor can give specific feedback for improvement, which the client can apply to their group sessions.
You will have all the same benefits of the Private sessions, but you can experience it all with a friend! Having a partner can be encouraging, and can foster commitment and motivation. You will inspire eachother to make positive changes! You will need to bring your own partner. This option is best when both clients are at a similar level.
Our studio is equipped with Balanced Body Allegro 2 Reformers. They are modern, beautiful and easy-to-use. They are comfortable and adjustable for various heights and body types. A Reformer is a spring-based pulley resistance training machine used in the Pilates method. One of the unique features of this reformer is the sliding footbar. With this option, we’re able to provide even more versatility in the exercises that we offer on the Reformer.
We also incorporate small props into our classes and private sessions. We will use flexbands, fitness circles, toning balls and stability cushions to further challenge you during your workout as well as provide variety and fun!
Our instructors at Kaizen Pilates are committed to improving your well-being and dedicated to helping you reach your goals. We come from a variety of different backgrounds, but we share a mutual love and passion for movement. We bring to our clients knowledge and care, supporting them every step of the way on their health and fitness journey.
Originally from Colombia, Erika combines her expertise as a professional dancer, social anthropologist, and Pilates instructor to offer unique, movement-based wellness sessions.
In 2017, Erika moved to Toronto, where she danced professionally for several years. After sustaining injuries, she discovered Pilates and became fully certified. Since then, Erika has worked with a diverse range of clients, including those recovering from injuries, individuals with arthritis and osteoporosis, dancers, athletes, and beginners. She tailors each session to empower clients on their wellness journey, blending her passion for movement with a holistic understanding of its healing power.
Additional certifications:
Wendy became an avid fitness enthusiast over the years, constantly curious to explore different methods of fitness. After discovering Pilates during a minor back injury, she decided to continue to explore further. She was amazed at how Pilates taught her how to connect the mind to the body and how this crossed over to her other athletic pursuits. She started to notice how Pilates improved and progressed her overall fitness level and complemented her everyday fitness regime.
Her passion for the method led her to take the full certification in STOTT PILATES in 2017. As an instructor, she applies her creativity, using her keen observations to better understand how others move, and to create movement that the body needs. She loves to continually learn and finds teaching very rewarding. There’s nothing more gratifying to her than helping others achieve their fitness and rehab goals.
Additional certifications:
Over 10 years, Sooji has been doing yoga and Pilates more casually. It was her passion for Pilates that led her to complete full certification in STOTT Pilates.
A few years ago, she had a small accident with a bicycle, that injured one of her knees. Since then, she has been eagerly working out with various kinds of exercises but found that Pilates contribute the most in her recovery.
This made her realize that she wants to become a Pilates Instructor to assist others in their recovery. After researching several programs, she opted to Stott Pilates Comprehensive program at Merrithew in Toronto.
Sooji loves to update herself with the help of various courses in accordance to provide the best services for her client’s well-being.
Additional certifications:
Kim has been in the Fitness Industry, teaching Pilates mat and Reformer, Aqua Fit, Spin, Body flow, New Body, Gravity Group Classes for over 20 years. She holds a diploma in Certified Pilates Comprehensive Teacher.
She has a keen interest in keeping herself updated with the help of various continuing education certifications, including but not limited to Pilates with Therabands and Weighted Balls, Breathing Mechanics, Core Integrity. In addition, she is a Certified Integrated Movement Therapist, Certified Level 3 ELDOA practitioner and a Certified WaterART Instructor.
Kim loves to ask WHY, which has led her to where she is today with the Art of Movement, her chosen career. She also enjoys teaching ballet and modern dance.
Never be shy to ask her WHY about anything in class!
Cassie has received her Pilates certification in Mat, Reformer, Chair, Cadillac, Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector. Prior to starting her Pilates career, she was working in the field of social work doing child protection.
After spending many years on her own fitness goals Cassie felt like it was time for a change and enrolled herself in a Pilates teacher training program at Club Pilates.
Cassie enjoys working with clients, helping them work towards their health and lifestyle goals. She appreciates the improvements and focuses on progressing the exercises based on her client’s needs.
| All Private(1p)/Semi-Private(2p)packages are valid x 3 months from the date of 1st visit. No experience required to purchase any of the Privates(1p)/Semi-Private Packages
PRIVATE PACKAGES (1person) |
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| Intro- SPECIAL offer 3 Session(1p) | $ 270.00($90/session) * | |||
| 1 Single Session (1p) | $ 120.00 | |||
| 5 Session-Package(1p) | $ 550.00 | |||
| 10 Session-Package(1p) | $ 1000.00 * | |||
| SEMI-PRIVATE PACKAGES (2 persons) | ||||
| Intro- SPECIAL offer 3 Session(2p) | $ 473.00($78.80/session)* | |||
| 1 Single Session-Package (2p) | $ 165.00 | |||
| 5 Session-Package (2p)
10 Session-Package (2p) |
$ 715.00
$ 1375.00* |
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| NOTICE RE: Reformer Pilates Group Classes Packages
Prior to any purchase of the REFORMER Pilates Group Class Packages, please note that previous experience on Reformer is a MUST in order to safely participate in the classes. Kaizen’s Reformer Pilates Group Class Packages are NOT refundable/returnable and neither can be extended beyond the validity period. Kaizen’s Reformer Pilates Group Class packages are valid for 2 months from date of 1st visit. |
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| REFORMER PILATES GROUP CLASSES PACKAGES
Intro-SPECIAL 4 Group Class ( MUST have previous Reformer experience to purchase this one-time offer) |
$ 135.00 ($33.75/session)*
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| 1 Single Class | $ 48.00 | |||
| 2 Class-Package | $ 95.00 | |||
| 5 Class-Package | $ 230.00 | |||
| 10 Class-Package
15 Class-Package |
$ 420.00
$579.00* |
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| MONTHLY MEMBERSHIPS GROUP CLASSES(autopay) Options | ||||
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6 Reformer Group Classes Monthly 8 Reformer Group Classes Monthly 10 Reformer Group Classes Monthly 12 Reformer Group Classes Monthly Supplementary 4 Group Class – Available only to active Monthly Membership holders ( valid for 1 month from the day of purchase). |
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| NOTICE: Kaizen’s Pilates Monthly Group Class MEMBERSHIP are billed to a credit card in the file every month.
Kaizen’s Pilates Monthly Group Class MEMBERSHIP can be cancelled at any time by providing a written/email notice within 30 days period. |
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| *Best Value | All Prices plus HST | |||
