Question 1

I want to try classes, but I feel intimidated.

Accepted Answer

You're not alone! We all can feel intimidated or scared to try something new. We opened BODYHOO Studios because we believe that moving is vital to a vibrant joyful life, and wanted to create a space that didn't feel like a typical fitness studio. Our goal is to cultivate a welcoming environment to come as you are, and to move & grow stronger together!

Question 2

How do I book a class? Can I just walk in?

Accepted Answer

At BODYHOO Studios, we recommend booking in advance to reserve your spot as we have limited spaces. Create a login on our website and select your desired package, then check our class schedule and reserve your spot in your desired class! Please call or email if you have any difficulty or questions with the booking process!

Question 3

I'm a beginner. Which class should I take?

Accepted Answer

Any! BODYHOO Studios doesn't have level-based classes. Our class sizes are small, which allows us to offer tailored, individualized feedback to everyone.

Question 4

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Students must be in their assigned class no later than 10 minutes after the start time. No student will be permitted to join after this time and will forfeit payment for that class.
We have a 24-hour cancellation policy. If you have a class package and late cancel within 24 hours prior to your class start time, you will lose the credit from your package. If you paid for a single class and late cancel within 24 hours prior to your class start time, you will not be reimbursed for the class cost.
Students with an Unlimited 30 Day Yoga/Mat package who late cancel within 24 hours prior to their class start time, or do not show, will be charged $15+tax.

Question 5

What if I have an injury or have had surgery?

Accepted Answer

We request clearance from your medical professional before returning to exercise after a major injury or surgery. When you're ready to return to exercise, our instructors have decades of experience of rehabilitating people in their recovery. If you have a minor injury, or any pain, we are able to make modifications to allow you to move while staying safe and strong!

Question 6

What is Pilates?

Accepted Answer

Pilates is a low-impact exercise method that focuses on core strength, flexibility, and overall body awareness through controlled movements and breathwork. At BODYHOO Studios, Pilates is integrated into our fitness programs to help clients improve posture, balance, and muscle tone while reducing the risk of injury. Our experienced instructors tailor Pilates sessions to all fitness levels within an inclusive and supportive environment, ensuring that everyone can benefit from this mindful practice as part of their path to better health and wellness.

Question 7

What is the difference between Pilates Mat and Pilates Machine classes?

Accepted Answer

Pilates Mat classes focus on exercises using your body weight to build core strength, flexibility, and balance. Pilates Machine classes utilize specialized equipment, such as the Reformer or Tower, which provides resistance through weighted springs. This allows for more support for alignment and muscle engagement. Both class types are designed to promote strength, mobility, and overall well-being within our supportive and inclusive environment.

Question 8

What is the difference between Pilates Reformer, Tower and Cardio Reformer classes?

Accepted Answer

Pilates Reformer is a dynamic machine designed to move with your body. This class will give you a fun and challenging resistance work out yielding a revitalized and strong sense of self. This class is great for building muscle strength, coordination, and bone health.

Pilates Tower facilitates a wide range of resistance points which keep you aligned while stretching and traction your body. This class is like a Yoga/Pilates Mat class with resistance, and is perfect for realignment, flexibility, stress relief.

Pilates Cardio Reformer utilizes a jump board to add an invigorating HIIT element to your workout. Jumping sequences are combined with resistance exercises in an interval style to facilitate healthy heart function and improve muscle tone and strength. Jump Board is high intensity while being kind to your joints. So you'll get all the benefit of cardio while feeling safe and confident!

Question 9

Can anyone take Aerial Hammock Flow?

Accepted Answer

Yes! This is not a circus-based class. We use concepts from Pilates and Yoga to build strength, and use the fabric to assist in deepening stretches. This class will end with an inversion, with assistance and modifications for each individual.

Question 10

What kind of Yoga classes do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Our signature class is BODYHOO Yoga flow, which is a fun and invigorating challenge to your practice. BODYHOO Flow opens with a series of Yoga postures and Pilates exercises to deepen core strength and release muscle tension. Then we move through an energized series of Yoga poses to harmonize your mind body connection, focusing on breath, core muscles, and dynamic stretching.

Morning Mantra flow builds upon Surya Namaskar in a series of invigorating poses focusing on breath, body, and boldness. This class is a physical meditation which invites students to move with pure intention while challenging the core and increasing flexibility.

Restorative Moon flow opens with a meditation followed by Chandra Namaskar/Moon Salutation, and ends with a series of Yin/Restorative postures. The Moon Namaskar poses focus on breath, physical strength and emotional clarity. During the Yin/Restorative postures pillows, blankets, and blocks are used to allow for release of tension and deeper passive stretching of the muscles.

Question 11

Do you offer Yoga mats or do I need to bring my own?

Accepted Answer

We offer mats for both Yoga and Pilates Mat classes at no cost!

Question 12

What should I wear to class?

Accepted Answer

Anything that makes you feel comfortable! We recommend no loose fitting clothes for Hammock classes, and socks for Pilates machine classes. We request no jewelry, as it can damage our equipment.

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