A great starting point for anyone new to pilates mat, or exercise and movement in general. These classes will introduce you to the pilates principles, common alignment cues, and the essentials you need for success in higher-level classes.

Take classes in this level when you/if you:

• Are new to Pilates Mat Exercises
• Need a slower-paced class with a lot of cues from the instructor
• Are learning to stabilize one part of the body while moving another part
• Need to consider physical limitations

These classes assume you have a basic understanding of common alignment cues and know when to modify for yourself when necessary.

Take classes in this level when/if you:

• Notice you look at your screen to see the teacher demonstrate less for online classes
• Able to adjust your spine when cued. I.e. neutral, tuck, flex, extend, etc.
• Able to maintain a stable pelvic position with no back discomfort while your legs are lifted
• Are beginning to coordinate breath with movement
• Can adjust quickly to variations or additions as cued by the teacher

You know your body best, and in level 3 classes you’re expected to modify on your own as needed.
You know beginner and intermediate exercises well enough that you can choose to do alternative exercises when you are unable, or shouldn’t do the exercise that is being cued.

Take classes in this level when/if you:

• Barely need to watch your screen for online classes
• Have the breath capacity and stamina to work at a quicker pace
• Need less queuing from the instructor
• Do not need modification suggestions from the teacher
• Able to find and maintain a neutral spine supine, prone and side-lying‘
• Aware of and able to activate specific muscles
• Can safely do balance work on an unstable surface while changing positions
• Can flow through a workout with control and efficiency