Small class sizes guarantee an intimate setting and personal attention,and with guaranteed regular spot for you. Class runs for 50 minutes, focuses on technique, stability and core strengthening while sculpting and toning both the arms and legs with the use of Reformer, V2 Max Plus, TRX, Barre, Stability Balls, Stability Cushions, Flex Bands, Fitness Circles, Toning Balls, Foam Roller, etc. for additional challenge and variety.
We encourage beginners to complete a private reduced rate introductory session before taking the group class to cover the basic principles and essential exercises.
Registered group classes run 10 week term/period rotations with only 4-6 people per class. Register early to reserve your spot as classes fill quickly.
All in-studio group classes are: •$29 per class for registered period / term
•$35 per class for Drop In / trial class (by appointment)
All prices for group classes are subject to 13% HST.
A one time $25 registration fee applies to the first time registration/new to Pilates by Bernadette.
Payments are due in full term prior to booking confirmation and/or prior to the start of a renewal term.
We accept payment in credit cards (except AMEX and no Debit), personal checks, and through E-transfer.
Non-refundable and non-transferable.
All regular classes are pre-booked per term and Drop-ins or Trial class are by appointment only.
Online Classes
We offer online private sessions and group classes via Zoom. Please contact us so we can let you know the pricing and the steps to register.
Regular Classes
Power Mash-up
A great mat base work out with a mix of everything. An effective, intense core and whole body work out that incorporates various props: Halo, medicine balls, fitness circles, toning balls, foam roller and many more. Each class will be different, challenging and always fun!
TRX Pilates Seals (with TRX Suspension Training)
Pilates on the edge!!! A perfect union of Pilates and TRX Suspension training. Strength training and sculpting using your own body weight giving you a well-rounded awesome workout. So get ripped and suspended!
Total Energy Barre (with the Barre)
Fun, pretty powerful and dynamic workout with the use of the ballet barre and lively music, incorporating full body with intense dance moves with focus on core, leg strength and balance giving you a long, lean, strong and graceful body. Not just for ballerinas and, requires no experience so everyone is welcome.
Reformer Plus (with the Reformer/V2 Max Plus Equipment)
This intimate class combines traditional and modern Pilates Reformer and Cadillac equipment exercises for a dynamic and full body workout that is perfect for improving posture, strengthening the core, and bringing balance, flexibility and stability to all of the joints of the body. This class will occasionally incorporate select small props for more fun and challenge. All levels welcome!
Pilates ZEN•GA™ Mat & Reformer
ZEN•GA™ is a synergistic blend of mind-body modalities such as pilates, dance & yoga, supported by exercise science and the newest findings in fascial fitness. ZEN represents the search for inner discovery. It is based on Four Mindful Movement Principles: breath, support, yield and flow. When applied together, these principles bring awareness of how the body and the mind move in tandem. ZEN•GA focuses on core stability, stamina and resilience while attaining a state of presence. The increase in demand on the neuromuscular system affords the benefits of improved strength, enhanced elasticity and creates a more youthful, resilient and fluid body.
Trampoline
Take your body where it's never been before! Experience the ultimate cardiovascular work out with our amazing trampolines that increase lymphatic circulation and bone density plus tons of Pilates core, balance and strength training. Prepare to sweat and smile the entire class. Towel and water highly recommended. Try it and put more bounce in your life!
What is TRX Suspension Training?
Born in the U.S. Navy SEALS developed it. It is a revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise.
Not only it is perfect for professional athletes , it is for all fitness levels and goals, and safely perform
hundreds of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, core stability, metabolic
conditioning.
Now you can try it at Pilates by Bernadette through private, semi-private sessions and group class under the class name "TRX Pilates Seals!” It’s a 55 minute intense workout incorporating the TRX® suspension trainer straps.
The program was
designed exclusively for Pilates by Bernadette clients.It incorporates current biomechanical principles
of Pilates, and general fitness concepts. Its focus is improving functional strength, improves flexibility,
range of motion, co-ordination and balance.
It’s an “ all core all the time” training therefore core strength is necessary in order to complete a 55
minute suspension workout. If you are new to Pilates and TRX, a Private session is mandatory before
registering for a class.
What is Total Energy Barre? Total Energy Barre is a high energy, dynamic, fat burning workout that combines elements of Pilates matwork, dance, cardio and athletic conditioning exercises as well as integrating light weights/ small equipment. It incorporates full body,
flowing and intense movements to condition and define the muscles and the strength like that of an athlete, and develop the length of a dancer while increasing joint flexibility. It is available to all fitness levels for those who want to have fun while sculpting their thighs, toning and firming their buttocks, strengthening and flattening their abdominals, and defining their arms.
Now you can try it at Pilates by Bernadette through private, semi-private sessions and group class under the class name "Total Energy Barre!" It’s a 55 minute flowing workout incorporating the ballet barre and light equipment combined with fun music. The program was designed exclusively for Pilates by Bernadette clients. It incorporates current biomechanical principles of Pilates, dance and general fitness concepts. Available to all fitness levels.
MELT is a breakthrough self-treatment system that restores the functionality of the body's connective tissue to help eliminate chronic pain, improve performance, and decrease the accumulated stress caused by repetitive postures, movements of modern daily living, and aging.
Using specialized techniques, a soft body roller, and four different balls, MELT is designed to reconnect whole-body communication, rebalance the nervous system, rehydrate the connective tissue, and release compression in joints.
New research has revealed the missing link to pain-free living: a balanced nervous system and healthy connective tissue. These two components work together to provide your body support and optimal mind-body communication. MELT directly addresses these two systems of your body in a way no other self-treatment can, including diet and exercise. MELT offers natural pain relief, allowing you to address the true cause of chronic pain, not just mask the symptoms.
You’ll see and feel results in the first session!
Pilates Soft
This class is for anyone who is post-rehab or who has spinal instability or mechanical low back pain, who needs to build muscle endurance and strength. It enhances joint integrity, improves postural alignment and awareness, core strength and stability, and develops muscle tone required for strong bones.
Pilates Swing (Golf Conditioning)
A golf conditioning class focus on sharpening areas in strength, flexibility, balance, and power from the ground up. Its emphasis is on increasing focus and body awareness, isolating crucial core muscles and combining the elements of strength with flexibility while incorporating challenging moves with the use of hand-held Toning Balls and/or your own Golf Clubs. So work on your Pilates Swing to get that extra advantage on the green.
