Beginner

Perfect after taking Intro to Reformer, still working on endurance and coordination, or returning after time away.


Focus: foundations, setup, alignment, pacing, and confidence.

Quick Guide to Our Reformer Levels

Refine & Align

A supportive next step that deepens technique and body awareness.


Focus: control, precision, stability, and movement quality.

Athletic

A higher-energy class with quicker transitions and strength-focused progressions.; gym work on the reformer.


Focus: power, stamina, coordination, and intensity.

Mixed Levels

For clients comfortable with foundational reformer work who enjoy options for both modification and progression.


Focus: versatility, endurance, and layered challenges.

Intermediate

For experienced clients with strong reformer understanding, balance, and body awareness.


Focus: advanced sequencing, control, dynamic movement, and challenge.

The “right” class level should feel both supportive and appropriately challenging.
You should leave class feeling stronger, more confident, and connected to your body — not confused, overwhelmed, or under-challenged.

how to know you’re at the right reformer level

Here are a few signs you’re in the right place:

  • You understand the setup for most exercises and can adjust your springs with confidence.

  • You can follow transitions and pacing without feeling constantly behind.

  • You recognize common movement cues and know how to apply them in your body.

  • You feel challenged, but still able to maintain good form and control.

  • You know when to modify and when to progress.

  • You can maintain steady effort throughout class without needing extended breaks.

  • You leave class energized and accomplished — not completely depleted.

  • You feel safe trying more advanced variations when offered.

  • You understand the intention behind movements, not just the choreography.

  • You’re building consistency and confidence from week to week.

There’s absolutely no rush to level up. Staying in a class that helps you build strong foundations is often the fastest way to progress safely and confidently.

When you May want to Stay at Your Current Level

You may benefit from staying at your current level if:

  • You still feel unsure about spring changes or reformer setup.

  • You frequently feel lost during transitions or sequencing.

  • You’re relying heavily on modifications for most of class.

  • You struggle to maintain form when pace increases.

  • You’re holding tension in your neck, shoulders, or lower back during exercises.

  • You leave class feeling exhausted rather than strong and supported.

  • You’re still learning foundational Pilates concepts like breath, core engagement, alignment, or spinal articulation.

Progression isn’t about doing the “hardest” class — it’s about building control, awareness, and confidence.

Signs You May Be Ready to Advance

You may be ready for the next level when:

  • You feel comfortable with the flow and pacing of your current class.

  • You can maintain strong form even during more challenging sequences.

  • You consistently choose progressions when appropriate.

  • You recover quickly between exercises and transitions.

  • You understand how spring resistance changes the challenge of an exercise.

  • You feel mentally confident, not intimidated, by more advanced movement options.

  • Your instructor regularly encourages you to try a more challenging class.

  • You’re looking for more intensity, coordination, endurance, or complexity in your workouts.