What students are saying…

 

“I began Pilates seven months ago to help with lower back pain. Since taking Pilates and Yoga with Barbara I no longer have low back pain, have strengthened my core and have become more flexible. As a long distance cyclist, the stronger core has allowed pain-free rides. The added flexibility in my hips allows more efficient pedaling. Pilates with Barbara has been the best exercise I've done. Barbara's extensive knowledge is evident when she makes minor tweaks to my body that changes the exercise experience for the better. Barbara is great.”

Robert

 

Barbara’s pilates class has not only improved my yoga practice immensely, but it has eliminated my back pain as well. I can now garden for hours!”

Jane

 

I injured my back more than 5 years ago with a fall. I’ve had nothing but problems with a weak back since the injury. I started Pilates and Yoga with Barbara because nothing else was working. Since taking her classes I’ve had great success. She is very interested in her students and will tailor classes to help specific needs. I am very grateful for her genuine helping hand that ensures that I’m doing the exercise correctly. I've strengthened my core and increased my flexibility so I no longer have back problems.

Laura

 

“Since 2008, when I started Yoga and Pilates classes with Barbara, I have improved in the way that I walk, sit at my desk and have overall reduced the stress in my daily life. An inspirational and patient teacher.”

Patrick

 

 

Class Calendar

Sunday

Private Sessions

Please contact Barbara if you are interested in scheduling a private class.

Wednesday

Core: Pilates & Yoga

For beginning & continuing students

5:45 – 7:15 pm at Yoga in the Middle

20211 Patio Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (map this address)

On-going, drop-ins welcome, all levels.

Step-by-step instruction for learning a full complement of pilates mat exercises and basic yoga poses with special attention on developing a sense of body awareness, moving with your breath, and increasing core strength. Focus is on core stability for better alignment, increased freedom of movement and whole body coordination and flexibility. Each exercise is taught with respect for the level and needs of the individual student. A great stand alone mind-body practice, this class is also designed to boost the practice of any yogi or yogini.

Thursday

Beginning/Continuing Yoga

8:30 – 10:00 am

A beginning/continuing level class in the Iyengar tradition using props to make the poses more accessible to the beginning student.

Please contact Barbara if you are interested in attending this class.

Saturday

Core: Pilates & Yoga

For beginning & continuing students

10:15 – 11:45 am at Alameda Yoga Station

1708 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501 (map this address)

On-going, drop-ins welcome, all levels.

Practice a lively sequence of Pilates mat exercies and yoga poses to empower core stability for better alignment, increased freedom of movement and whole body coordination and flexibility. Step-by-step instruction is given with respect for the level and needs of the individual student. A great stand alone mind-body practice, this class is also designed to boost the practice of any yogi or yogini.