Studio News

The weather has turned cooler, the sunsets have been gorgeous (have you noticed how pretty the fall sunsets are?!) and it's funny how I've been finding myself talking to clients a little more about balance this past week.  If you live in Iowa you know that cooler temps means we are headed into the ...
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For me, November is my gratitude month. Gratitude is something I am mindful of practicing in my life all the time, but during November I give it some extra special attention!  You know I like themes! I use them in group classes, in private sessions, and I also like to give my months a theme! ...
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Can just one Pilates session a week improve your health & physical fitness level?? YES, YES, YES!! Many people keep putting off starting a movement practice because they feel like they don't have the time (or money) to commit to 3 or 4 times a week! If you have told yourself that it's just ...
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(written by Jenny) An Iowa native, I grew up riding my bike, playing on the jungle gym and running around my family acreage. Movement is a part of my DNA! In high school, I became a 4 year letter winner in softball and participated in a wide variety of other activities. I headed to ...
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As we expected our new small group mat sessions we announced at the beginning of September filled up quick! We were so excited to have so many people wanting to commit to a regular weekly mat session! If you are searching for Mat Small Group sessions in Mindbody you'll be able to see any ...
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It's no secret the Pilates gets credited by a lot of people for helping their back feel better. If you've been curious about PIlates, curious about the PIlates equipment and would love to feel better in your back and body....we have just the thing for you!

For the month of October Shannon is going to be ...
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Lately, I've really been noticing how a lot people have a habit of talking and thinking endlessly about things that bother them. 

I've also been noticing that the people who do this are usually not very happy overall and they don't feel good in their bodies! The people who choose to look at things positively, who ...
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Many of you have told us how much you miss Pilates Mat Classes in the studio!

You have told us how much you enjoy:

• the individual guidance from your teacher,
• the atmosphere of a group experience and
• getting to play with all the fun props we have at the studio!

We are excited to share with you ...
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Ever wonder what is the Pilates Reformer and why people are always raving about it? The Pilates Reformer was designed by Joseph Pilates as an all in one piece of exercise equipment that could be used to train the entire body creating balanced strength and flexibility. The magic of the reformer happens when you ...
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Me doing some counter push ups I have had 4 or 5 conversations with clients this week that all revolved around us talking about how great it is that adding in regular very simple movement into your life can make a profound difference in how your body feels.  As I noticed this I thought maybe ...
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I got this note from a client who does our virtual classes this week: "Happy to report I just got done doing the recording of class! At the end I was going to turn on my microphone to thank you and then realized it's a recording!!" 😂 This client had a great workout and the ...
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Sadie If you haven't met Sadie, she's my adorable, lovable and oh so sweet Goldendoodle! (I may be a little biased!) Sadie is the ultimate example of what I am talking about today and so I thought it was a great excuse to share a cute picture of her with you! Have you ever noticed ...
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If you have low back pain and tightness -- this might be the answer you've been looking for! We're going to use our massage therapy balls, but you can also use any balls you have at home. WARNING: Don't judge until you've tried rolling for relief. It's seriously AMAZING! Want to learn more? You may ...
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As a Pilates teacher and a trainer I have heard a lot of people over the years who "argue for their limitations" and most people don't even realize they are doing it. Have you heard that term before? "Argue for your limitations"? Let me give you an example. I introduce an exercise to someone and ...
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Can I schedule myself for a group session even if I don't attend every week? YES!!   We have a variety of "open" small groups that happen each week at the studio. A lot of our clients do attend regularly and simply schedule ahead to reserve their spot. Small groups are limited to 4 participants. ...
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Our new 30 Minute Roll and Release Class might just be the best 30 minutes of your week! This 30 minute virtual class will explore a variety of ways you can use massage therapy balls to release tight muscles, improve circulation and create a sense of ease in your body. You can attend live ...
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Our Rivercity Pilates Diversity Scholarship was created to increase opportunities for the Black, Indigenious, and People of Color [BIPOC] community to practice Pilates. Who is eligible for the Rivercity Pilates diversity Scholarship? Any person who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a person of Color is encouraged to apply for the scholarship. What does the recipient ...
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We would love to see you on Pilates Day Saturday, May 7th is international Pilates Day and we are celebrating and hosting some great opportunities for you to practice Pilates with us. In studio, everything in our retail store will be 20% off! This includes at home props like balls, foam rollers, magic circles, grippy ...
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When did you start Pilates and what inspired you to start? I started Pilates in September 2019 after a physical therapist suggested it would help with back pain. I immediately felt welcomed in my classes. How often do you practice Pilates?
I started with a few private classes and then joined a semi-private beginner ...
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Karen
When did you start Pilates and what inspired you to start? I first started Pilates about 10 years ago and didn't stick with it for long. In the Fall of 2020, deep into the pandemic, I was dealing with an ongoing back injury and wanted to find an activity that I could do at home that ...
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