Take up space. Build strength that lasts.

Start with any class on the schedule. Our classes are intentionally small, and every instructor teaches to the room — beginners included. Show up 10 minutes early before your first class so your instructor can walk you through equipment setup and get a sense of where you're starting from. If you have an injury, specific goals, or just want a proper foundation before joining a group, private sessions are available.

a water bottle, grip socks, tennis shoes (if strength training), and a good attitude.

Instructors at StrongForme are expected to be comprehensively certified in their craft— pilates or strength. No weekend or in-house certifications. They’ve completed full written & practical exams and have completed all necessary hours to receive their credentials. You’ll know the difference in your first class.

Muscle is the most metabolically active tissue in your body — more of it means better insulin sensitivity, stronger bones, and a metabolism that works for you at every age. After 35, estrogen starts to decline, and with it goes the hormone that was quietly maintaining your muscle mass and bone density. Strength training replaces that signal. For women specifically, high-intensity resistance training is one of the only interventions with documented evidence for slowing bone loss. Building muscle now is the most useful thing you can do for the version of yourself that's 20 years out.

There is no one size fits all when it comes to your ideal workout split- but at StrongForme—we recommend 2x week of strength training, 2 reformer and 1 mat session a week. Ideally alternating days to give your body optimal time to recover. Strength builds the muscle, while Pilates teaches you how to use them. Together they support mobility & stability and power & control.

Please arrive at least 5-10min early to class to get setup with the proper equipment, chat with your instructor and settle in before getting started. Late arrivals (> 5 min) will be treated as a no show and charged that no show fee.

Pilates was originally developed as a rehabilitation method — the spring-based resistance of the reformer allows for supported, low-impact loading that works within your available range of motion, not against it. That makes it particularly effective for clients managing back pain, hip dysfunction, post-surgical recovery, and chronic musculoskeletal issues. Our instructors are trained to screen, modify, and progress appropriately. If you're working with a physical therapist, we'll work alongside that plan — not around it. We do recommend clearance from your provider before starting post-injury or post-surgery.

WHAT IF I'M PREGNANT OR POSTPARTUM?

You're welcome here — at every stage. ACOG recommends resistance training and low-impact exercise throughout uncomplicated pregnancies, and the research on continuing strength work prenatal is strong. Our instructors modify for trimester, pelvic floor status, and diastasis recti — not just "take it easy." Postpartum, we follow return-to-loading protocols that account for pelvic floor recovery before progressing intensity. If you're working with a pelvic floor PT, we'll coordinate with that plan. We do ask for provider clearance before joining, particularly in the first trimester and early postpartum.

We require at least a 12hr cancellation for group classes and 24hr for private sessions- or else you forfeit your session in full. Unlimited members will be charged $10 for a late cancel (< 12 hrs ) and those who no show will be charged $15. Our classes are intentionally small- this is about respect for instructors & other members.

If a class is full, you are able to add yourself to the waitlist and see your spot in line. Once a spot opens up all names on the list are emailed notifying them of the spot. From there it is first come first serve who books the spot.

We want you to be fully present in class- so please no cell phones/recording during your 50min session. Please feel free to take pictures/record videos before or after class and tag us @strongformepilates.

Yes! We’d love to host a private pilates party for you. Please email hello@strongformepilates.com to inquire rates and availability.