Abs / Core Strengthening

Sometimes you want a little more vinyasa in your flow. This core focused class is for those days. We take the time to build connection before amping things up a notch and getting the sweat flowing.

This class will move at a slow and deliberate pace, in order to help you to engage your deep core (transverse abdominis) and pelvic floor. You will move through some basic core exercises with an emphasis on the deep core, and build towards a full leg lift.

Strengthen and tone your core muscles with a series of mindful movements and targeted exercises. Through dynamic sequences and stability-building poses, you'll engage your abdominals, obliques, and deeper core muscles, fostering balance and stability from within.

The classes in Elise's Sweet & Simple series provide an adaptable experience and are designed for mixing and matching with each other.

This class is all about moving your body so you can get out of your mind. We flow breath to movement through an energizing Sun A, dynamic Sun B and challenging Sun C, I even added a special boat series to really fire up your core.

The flow builds layer upon layer and includes balancing poses designed to challenge your mind and body.

We utilize all of the heat built through the class to move deeper into our yin poses on the ground before enjoying a much needed savasana.

This flow is designed get you out of your head & into your body. Seamless sequences are a beautiful way to get into a flow state & boost your mood. With this feel good flow you will leave practice feeling alive & open. Expect a fun but also active sequence that will build your strength & flexibility in equal measures. We get into your hips, shoulders, spine & core. A full body & mind reboot.

Low back feeling unhappy? A strong core is key to a happy and healthy low back and spine. This focused class is a perfect daily routine to keep your abs and back feeling strong and stable. Using a combination of abdominal strengthening and low back stretching, this quick practice is efficient and effective for anyone living with low back stress and strain.

This practice will create space & freedom in all the major joints of your body. We start with a spine & shoulder activation, then build into a flowing Jivamukti style Sun Salutation to get us warmed up. Next we open up the hips in both lunge & straddle variations. Concluding with some glute & abs work.

This short but juicy sequence will leave you feeling free & open in no time at all. A wonderful option to wake you up or wind you down depending on what time of day you are craving to loosen up.

Ready to spice things up and feel the heat? Then join Mary Baker for this vinyasa flow with a little extra to warm you up and leave you feeling energized! Class begins with some simple movements to warm up the muscles then get ready to turn up the dial as we move into a breath to movement flow style class. Get ready for a few of Mary's favorites for a little extra burn like chair pose and a few variations on boat pose. Are you ready? Grab a towel – things are about to heat up!

A follow up to Mad About Core 1 - one of my most popular classes. Move through a fun sequence which works on strengthening and stabilizing your whole core.

This class is a fusion of core strengthening moves and therapeutic back work. You'll work on mobility and flexibility of the muscles surrounding the spine and build strong abs and back muscles. Planks, tough core series, bridges, spinal stabilization, and more! Alternately energizing and relaxing, this class is the perfect blend to have you standing tall and feeling great.

You asked for more Pilates/Yoga Fusion classes, so here you go! This short, focused class starts with a yoga warm-up, then moves into Pilates move to challenge and tone your core––abs, back, glutes and legs, and finishes with a yoga cool-down. You'll feel longer, stronger, and energized for the rest of your day.

This practice is about finding your flow state & enjoying the spaces between the poses along your journey. We continuously move & create a seamless flow so that energy & breath can build throughout. Expect fun & challenging transitions in this dynamic sequence.

Here's a great, simple sequence focused on full-body strengthening and toning through power vinyasa sequences. This medium-paced, challenging and fun class is designed for practitioners who are at least at an advanced beginner level, as long as they are free of injuries that would limit vinyasa practice.

In this 30 minute flow we strengthen the connection with the deep core muscles as well as build up heat with a fun pranayama technique called Breath of Fire that is sure to get the belly moving!

This quick but powerful class fuses together elements of yoga, barre, and pilates for total core strength. Tap into the power of your breath in this challenging, fun, and dynamic sequence designed to increase functional core stability and up level your yoga and movement practice across the board.

Join Yoga Therapist Shy Sayar in this essential practice for strong abs & a healthy back! The essence of Somatics is mindfulness of the body and proprioception (awareness of the body in space) - in this class Shy will lead you through simple exercises to strengthen the abs & back, while focusing on creating length in the spine and emphasizing the relaxation and release of the muscles at work, in order to deepen the mind-brain-body connection and train in letting go, as much as in strength & stability.

Socrates said, "If you would seek health, first look at the spine." Kristin has been working spinal mobility since her back surgery in 1998. Enjoy a 30-min. slow flow that incorporates the 6 movements of the spine to improved strength and flexibility, as well as spinal articulation focusing on sustainable mobility.

This is a quick, powerful class that will have your arms shaking and your heart pumping! Bonus points for the sneaky core work! Expect a lot of jumping!

H.I.I.T. + Flow is a fusion class that will consist of a 30-minute high-intensity interval sequence followed by a 15-minute dynamic yoga flow, cool down, and savasana. This class will give you the perfect blend of fitness and yoga.

*Hand weights are used in the H.I.I.T. portion of the class.

This sequence will prepare your hips for half and full lotus. We will strengthen the core, work the hips, and stretch the quads, inner thighs, hamstrings, and low back.

A short & effective session for your handstand practice. We work on shoulder mobility & stability, glute strength & core conditioning. This class includes some air time & as you will be fully primed, feel free to continue on with your handstand practice after the class.

Level up your practice and life with this fusion flow class that aims to create strength for the purpose of entraining grace and fluidity in one's movement practices. Explore dynamic movement progressions that focuses on breath-body integration, fun and unique transitions, and the use of blocks for added challenge and alignment.

Evening Practice a movement practice releasing tension in shoulders, neck and spine. A great release at the end of your day.

This short & effective practice will create a lot of space & stability in your upper body. It's the perfect antidote to a desk job. There are opportunities for inversions & alternatives are offered.

Join me for this quick (yet very effective!) full body barre class. Grab a light set of weights for upper body and one heavier weight (if you have it) for a barre-less/chairless lower body section. Dive right in with a dynamic warm up and expect to break a sweat before you move into the succeeding plank and spinal strengthening series. Finish class with a few minutes of core work before you are on your way to enjoy the rest of your day!

This class is designed to help you bring awareness to the pelvis and its role in supported backbends. While this class is focused on accessible backbends, the work required to create structure is detailed and precise. While the first half of this class is slower moving, the second half picks up its pace and is certain to get the heart rate up.

The core is so much more than just the superficial muscles we see on models and influencers. While this sequence does work those superficial muscles it also brings focus to the deeper core muscles. Use your abdominals and core in this class as you move through standing poses, balancing poses and pranayama. You will sweat, maybe curse but hopefully also have some fun.

Your Pilates fix is here! Just the classics: 100s, the series of 5, and the roll-up. You'll sweat, breathe, and tone the muscles of your powerhouse--your core.

This class is the perfect add-on to any workout or a great way to get a well rounded core workout anytime. If you're new to Pilates, check out Pilates 101 Foundation first!

This yin and yang express practice will have you work the core, hips, and legs to warm up the body quickly. You will be familiar with the poses, so focus on breathing to find heat as you move. Expect to get a little bit of a challenge with some playful poses.

Want a quick and challenging 10 minute core workout? Add this class on after a workout or whenever you've got a little time to create a strong, powerful center. Planks, Boat poses, and some traditional exercises will have you sweating and feeling strong. No excuses!