News & Workshops

*NeW! nEw! NEW! In October 2023

Ellio is happy to welcome Denise “Dee” Duquette to our team!

Try her new classes in October!

Qigong Mondays at 1pm

Qigong Tuesdays at 5:30pm

Chair Yoga Wednesdays at 1pm

*Pilates Reformer small group classes!

Ellio is happy to announce that we now offer Reformer group classes limited to 4 people. You should have some reformer experience before joining a group class. We have packages available for reformer prep. Call, text or email for more details!

*Buff Bones® The Movement System for Fit Bones - safe Pilates for Osteoporosis

Stronger Bones and Joints Thru Pilates. Try this medically-endorsed system of movement for bone and joint health. This bone-strengthening and balance-enhancing workout can benefit anyone looking to tone up, enhance posture, improve balance, and gain overall strength – and it’s also safe for people with osteoporosis and arthritis.

*GYROKINESIS® Method Level 1 Class with Kat Sturgis!

Please see our “Classes” page for more information or call, text or email for more details!

*Evening Mindfulness Meditation - Life in a New Way - Finding Peace 6:15-7:00pm - Returns Oct. 5, 2023

Learn the wisdom of ancient meditation practice that has robust scientific support. Mindfulness Meditation helps in calming the mind, relaxing the body and reducing stress. Simply be present and let go of the burdens of the past and worries of the future, and you can improve your physical health and psychological well-being. Several benefits of practicing mindfulness meditation are well-documented by scientific studies. Sit in a chair or bring your cushion. No experience necessary – all are welcome.

*Tai Chi for Beginners in 2 Styles: Yang Style 8 or Sun Style (Also known as Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention)

Tai Chi is appropriate for all ages and any skill level. Learn to move smoothly and efficiently with grace, suppleness, balance and good posture. Relax your body and open your energy pathways. Gently build your strength, flexibility and mental clarity. Boost your immune system. Practicing Tai Chi is a gift to yourself that will help you improve overall, your mind, body and spirit. No experience necessary.

Call today to set up your first visit! 239-770-8670 or sign up online.

*Private Sessions:

We specialize in working with seniors, posture and gait issues, those with specific needs, (including osteoporosis, MS and other neurological conditions, back pain and more). We can guide you through a traditional Pilates workout, a general fitness training workout, or create a movement program that is safe for you and right for your body. $80/ Single $360/5 Intro Special $325/5

Call today to set up your first visit! 239-770-8670

*Foundation Training Workshop: Returns this Fall!! TBD

Decrease back pain, strengthen core, improve your posture all with simple moves you learn to practice at home without any equipment.

*Miracle Ball Method Workshop: Returns this fall!! TBD

Relieve your pain – Reduce your stress – Reshape your body. The Miracle Ball Method is a non-exercise approach to stress and pain relief. In this class, you will learn how to work on specific areas of your body using the Miracle Ball Method, which reduces excess tension in the muscles, allowing your body’s own alignment system to rebalance and heal. Includes Kit with 2 balls & booklet.

*Ellio is now in-studio and online! Check out our schedule!

Private sessions now available in studio! Join us face to face or online for private sessions. Many of our classes are offered with limited capacity in studio and all classes are offered online. We’re still keeping our classes small so that we can keep our eyes on you. With online classes, keep up your exercise routine whether you’re traveling or just a bit under the weather or traffic is bad. Call to schedule or for more information. 239.770.8670

*Foundation Training & Miracle Ball Method Workshops:

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Foundation Training Workshop

Workshops

Expand / Elevate / Evolve!!! Foundation Training is used to quickly improve chronic pain, strengthen your posture and enhance performance. Learn how to practice at home or join us for follow-up classes. From grandparents to teenagers, desk warriors to elite athletes, 100,000’s of people like you have discovered the freedom, relief, strength and happiness that practicing Foundation Training brings. Effective (Time-tested biomechanically designed movements) and Simple (No equipment necessary). Do Foundation Training anytime, anywhere in just a few minutes a day.

New Workshop Format includes:
*50-minutes the first Sat.
*30 minutes the following Sat.
*(2) 10-minute links to practice videos.

Saturday Dates Offered:
*Oct. 7, 1-1:50pm & Oct. 14, 12:30-1pm
*Nov. 4, 1-1:50pm & Nov. 11, 12:30-1pm
*Feb. 3, 1-1:50 & Feb. 10, 12:30-1pm
*Mar. 2, 1-1:50pm & Mar. 9, 12:30-1pm

“In Studio and Online”

Fee: $55 or $35 for return students – no materials included.

The Miracle Ball Method Workshop

Workshops

Miracle Ball Method is a relaxing, restorative system that helps release excess tension in our muscles, allowing our body’s own alignment system to work. Using small, soft balls placed strategically under the body, you will gently breathe your way into release to help you reach your full potential for a healthy mind and body!

Upcoming Workshop Dates:

Saturday Dates Offered
*Oct. 14, 1:15-2pm
*Nov. 11, 1:15-2pm
*Feb. 10, 1:15-2pm
*Mar. 9, 1:15-2pm

Fee: $49 Workshop only – includes 2 balls and exercise list
Refresher Special: $35 – if you have already attended a Miracle Ball workshop.
Please call to register: 239-770-8670