Pilates Life Studio Services

Foundations classes build overall strength, coordination, balance, flexibility, and core stability while focusing on the Pilates movement principles utilizing Pilates equipment (reformer, chair, step barrel, tower). In this class we move at a thoughtful pace to gain the skills of foundational (level 1) exercises, along with mastering pre-Pilates and intro level exercises. There will be a few level 2 exercises thrown in for good fun!

Level 1 classes are perfect for those who are newer to Pilates equipment, or who like a slower pace, or for those who have an injury or limitation and want extra time setting up each exercise.

Intermediate ONE (Level 2) classes move at a moderate pace to allow for precision of movement and modifications to build overall strength, coordination, balance, flexibility, and core stability. More time is allotted for greater explanation and demonstration.

Level 2 classes challenge all major muscle groups with intro, level 1, and level 2 Pilates equipment exercises to workout with.

We require at minimum four Foundations classes or three privates before attending level 2 classes. We recommend those with a limitation or injury to stick with Foundations classes until more strength is gained.

Intermediate TWO (level 3) classes move at a strong moderate pace and are perfect for experienced participants hoping to feel strengthened and lengthened by the end of class. This is a solid level 3 class where each client can expect to be appropriately challenged by using a variety of Pilates equipment and props.

Proficiency with using the equipment and a good grasp of the level 2 Pilates repertoire is needed before attending Level 3 classes. Must have a consistent weekly Pilates practice, so only clients with memberships can participate. Inquire with Amy to discover if ready for this level before attending Level 3 classes for the first time.

At the Advanced level expect to move at a demanding pace. Your whole body will be challenged from head to toe. Clients need to know the equipment well to change springs and settings quickly to move at a constant flowing pace. At this level, we work on perfecting all level 1-4 exercises on the Pilates equipment, while introducing a handful of Super Advanced (level 5) Pilates exercises.

Proficiency with using the equipment and a good grasp of the level 3 Pilates repertoire is needed before attending Level 4 classes. Must have a consistent weekly Pilates practice, so only clients with memberships can participate. Inquire with Amy to discover if ready for this level before attending Level 4 classes for the first time.

This invigorating multi-levels class combines traditional and contemporary Pilates exercises with strategically placed cardio intervals using the jumpboard, bosu, and sitting box. The jumpboard is a fun piece of Pilates equipment that is placed near the reformer’s footbar so you can “hop” while being 100% supported on the carriage. The bosu balance trainer develops balance, core strength, and is used for fun cardio sequences that are lower impact. The intensity is high, but because of the style of exercises all movements can be modified to suit most abilities. This class will strengthen your entire body, as well as, get your heart rate up. Participants with a minor injury are welcome, however please know your limitations and take the alternative exercises offered when necessary.

Clients who come regularly to Intermediate ONE (level 2), Intermediate TWO (level 3), and Advanced (level 4) classes are welcome to attend this class.

This class strengthens all major muscle groups, heart, and lungs, as well as, increases circulation with rounds of leg exercises, arm exercises, core exercises, and HIIT-style cardio intervals utilizing bands, hand weights, gliders, Pilates ball, bosu balance trainer, and sitting box.
Metabolic conditioning, or MetCon for short, refers to intelligently designed workouts that increase the amount of energy stored and released by the body. With MetCon style of training the body more efficiently burns fuel by using moderate-intensity to high-intensity interval sessions. This form of training benefits fat loss, increased lean muscle, and improved sports performance, and these benefits are delivered in a much shorter amount of time than in other forms of training (especially with dialed-in nutrition). Because the workouts are designed by Amy, a clinical Pilates instructor, certified corrective exercise specialist, and a bachelor of science in kinesiology university student, all of the exercises are gentle on the joints yet highly effective for weight loss, strength and endurance, and increased lean muscle goals.

With regular Private sessions your trainer is a fully certified 500hr to 1000hr comprehensive Pilates teacher. Comprehensive means extensive training on all pieces of Pilates apparatus. Certified means instructors had to complete a very extensive series of written and practical exams. We are one of the only studios here in Langley that guarantee all our instructors are comprehensively certified.

Many of our instructors are further educated either with Kinesiology degrees, certified Personal Trainers, and/or Movement Specialists. Check out their bios here.

Feel confident you are being taught the authentic Pilates Method that has been proven to heal, strengthen, and shape your body!

Amy is the owner of Pilates Life Studio. She has completed three comprehensive 500hr Pilates Teacher Trainings, two Contemporary and one Classical. Comprehensive mean training on all pieces of Pilates apparatus.

She is further educated with the completion of an extensive year long clinical Pilates diploma, giving her knowledge on current rehabilitation protocols utilizing Pilates and rehab exercises. Additionally, she is in the middle of obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She often works closely with your health team (chiropractors, massage therapists, and physiotherapists) to help with chronic pain and injuries. Learn more about Pilates Rehabilitation.

Amy has been a certified Personal Trainer since 1999 and a certified Corrective Exercise Specialist since 2012. You have specific health and fitness goals? Amy has the training and experience to help you achieve them!