Movement for Life!
Private sessions & classes for Every Body.
Since 2013
Welcome to Equilibrium Movement Studio!
As movement specialists we are skilled at getting you started in your journey towards better health and wellness.
We work with you to create the change you want to feel in your body, mind and spirit. We will guide you on how to move better and feel better. You will shed aches and pains, decrease injury and increase strength, mobility and energy. You will learn about your body so you can move through your life with confidence!
We specialize in :
Pilates for neurological conditions
Chronic back pain
Osteoporosis safe exercise
Somatic education for chronic issues
Post rehab strength and mobility
Movement Re-education
Learn more about the History and Benefits of Pilates
PRIVATE SESSIONS
We work with your needs and goals.
Our team has comprehensive Pilates certifications which requires a minimum of 500 hours of education as well as being certified through the National Pilates Certification Program- NCPT.
Other certifications include Pilates for Neurological Conditions, Pink Ribbon Program, Buff Bones (Osteoporisis), YUR Back (chronic back pain), 500 RYT with EmbodiYoga and Somatics, and hundreds of hours in continuing education.
We are proud of the relationship we have developed with top notch physical therapists and other medical professionals, in the Pittsburgh region and beyond, who refer their patients to us post rehab or as supplemental movement education.
GROUP CLASSES
Rather than a one size fits all approach we design our classes for who is in them. This means our class sizes feel more like private group training sessions. Our teachers can provide meaningful modifications and variations that fit your body and keep you moving on the right path.
Soma Barre ®
Hybrid- In Studio and Livestream Monday 9am
Discover the art of mindful movement with Soma Barre, a transformative barre class that aims to leave you not just invigorated but empowered from the inside out. Somatics and embodied fitness converge, offering a joyful movement experience that provides unique opportunities to deepen your connection with your body.Begin on the floor with grounding and centering somatic practices, exploring foundational movement patterns and your relationship with gravity. This initial connection not only alleviates stress and tension, it serves as an essential experience for standing movement practices. Developmentally our body awareness, coordination, and balance are nurtured from the ground up. The standing barre work cultivates strong, adaptable feet and hips—a key to efficient, easeful movement and healthy aging. Soma Barre takes you on an exploration through all body systems, fostering a deeper understanding of the innate intelligence of your body and the interconnected relationships within. Step outside the conventional and join us at Soma Barre for a holistic movement experience at the barre.
Livestream & Subscription option available through alliesoma.com
Click here: https://www.alliesoma.com/
Soma Yoga
Wednesday 6-7pm
Livestream & subscription
Soma Yoga invites students of all ages and fitness levels to explore asana’s (yoga poses) by experiencing them through breath, body systems, and developmental sequencing. Somatic movement practices and guided imagery assist students to find their quiet center in each asana. An integrated body, quiet mind and calm nervous system are just a few of the benefits of Soma Yoga®. No yoga experience needed. All levels.
Suggested props for virtual class: a few blankets or pillows, yoga strap.
Livestream & subscription. Subscription offering includes recordings.
Wednesday 6-7pm
This is offered through: https://www.alliesoma.com/
Pilates
Reformer Thursday 9am
This class is conducted on the Pilates reformer. Invented by Joseph Pilates, this versatile piece of Pilates equipment using spring resistance teaches alignment and body awareness, and integrated movement. Reformer exercises develop uniform strength, mobility and balance.
Soma Reformer Saturday 9am
Build strength and mobility from the inside out with somatic practices, Pilates exercises, and fun movement explorations incorporating embodied anatomy, developmental patterns and sequencing.
Buff Bones®
In Studio - Wednesday 11:30am
The Buff Bones® system is based on a research-supported design and combines Pilates, strength training, functional movement and therapeutic exercises. It uses techniques to align the joints, enhance posture and balance and prepare the body for optimal loading of the bones, which is how they strengthen. It is recommended for anyone who has osteoporosis or wants to prevent it.
If you would like more information or have questions please contact Kathy through the studio.
