Group Classes

Reformer

Nestled at the prominent Lygon/Victoria Street intersection, 354 Lygon Street is the place to enjoy all things reformer.

Group Reformer training is all the rage, but here at Armature, we haven’t just picked up on the fad. We have been prominent experts of the format for well over a decade and we instil sessions with the original principles of Pilates, including breath, alignment and control. Armature Reformer classes are more than just a fitness class!

The reformer provides resistance with an added sense of control, all on a single moving carriage. Different spring choices make exercises either more core or peripherally focused and great for both mobility and strength. Each class is a full-body, fun and inclusive workout, with every class having its own distinct routine and vibe.

Reformer Class Styles

Clients performing Reformer Pilates exercises at Armature Pilates in Brunswick East

Reformer Basics

Just because it’s called Basics, doesn’t mean it’s easy. Work on and build familiarity and strength in the fundamental reformer positions. If you are new to reformer, this is the class for you and we recommend 5-10 of these classes before going to Reformer Open. But even Armature’s experienced clients attend Reformer Basics for a solid, steady and challenging workout.

Reformer Basics are the only Reformer classes at Armature that are prenatal friendly. If you are pregnant, please attend any of the many Reformer Basics time slots.

Instructor guiding a client through a Reformer Pilates exercise at Armature Pilates

Reformer Open

Reformer Open has more coordination and skill challenges than Reformer Basics. It’s taught in layers, with choices of spring tensions. Dial up or dial down the options as needed and enjoy a full body, fun, varied workout. If you have not done Reformer classes before, Reformer Basics (5-10 classes) is a pre-requisite for Reformer Open.

Reformer Open is not suitable for prenatal clients past 16 weeks.

Group Reformer Pilates class in session at Armature Pilates Brunswick East

Reformer Strength

Reformer Strength uses strength principles like sets/reps, super sets and isometric holds and spends more time under tension in exercises. It is less focused on “flow” but still incorporates traditional Pilates exercises and principles. Some classes use dumbbells in the programming.

Reformer Strength is not suitable for prenatal past 16 weeks.

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