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Spring has FINALLY arrived in North Carolina – thank goodness! Whether you spend your weekends on the lake, at the beach or by the pool, we’ve got a full schedule of small group sessions available to help you prepare for the summer months ahead.

Our classes are intentionally smaller to help our instructors focus on each person’s particular needs for a more personalized experience. From Pilates to yoga, barre and facial movement, our spring schedule offers a little bit of everything. Plus, we offer private and duet Pilates apparatus workouts featuring v2Max reformers and stability chairs.

So, get off your meat and on your feet and book a session today! As always, I promise, you’ll be fine!

XO, LeAnne

STUDIO 3FIVE8 ADDS NEW SESSIONS STARTING IN FEBRUARY AND WELCOMES INSTRUCTORS JILL CLARK, ASHLEY ROYALL, PATTI SCHULTE, AND MARGIE COPE

Starting on Monday, February 5th 2018, Studio 3FIVE8 will add NINE new small group sessions to the weekly studio schedule including: Stretch and Sculpt, PYB (Pilates, Yoga, Barre), Centergy, Pilates Fusion, Fascia Movement, several opportunities for Barre, as well as a relaxing Deep Stretch session.


MEET OUR NEW INSTRUCTORS

Jill Clarke – Jill has been teaching yoga and Pilates in the Lake Norman area for over a decade. She is passionate about helping her students achieve their fitness goals. Jill’s classes infuse guided principles of movement, anatomy, and JOY!!

Patti Schulte – Patti is a certified Group Fitness Instructor with five years experience leading groups in the Lake Norman area. In 2014, she was certified to teach Barre through the Core Barre Method. Patti is passionate about health and wellness, and loves to share her passion with others.



Ashley Royall – Ashley is a life-long fitness enthusiast with over 15 years of teaching experience. Ashley holds a Masters Degree in Sports Administration and Management, as well as a Bachelors Degree in Physical Education and Health.

Margie Cope – Margie Cope has been teaching Pilates for over 10 years. “Teaching is not a job for me, it is a passion. My goal is to help my clients get the best workout possible for each of them individually. Classes will be fun and challenging.”

PILATES EQUIPMENT – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Utilizing the STOTT PILATES method of exercises, in addition to STOTT Pilates equipment, a program will be tailored to each client’s specific needs with an emphasis on core strengthening as well as, lumbar-pelvic and scapular stabilization. Workouts are designed to restore the natural curves of the spine and rebalance the muscles around the joints. Equipment workouts are appropriate for all fitness levels and excellent compliments to any and all sports

Vinyasa Flow – MONDAY 12:00N
Expect a more physical yoga flow synchronizing breath with movement. Postures will range from your seat, to your feet, incorporating balance, core strengthening and just the right amount of stretch your body needs to obtain a greater range of motion, mobility and improved concentration. This class is perfect for those not afraid to break a little sweat. Leave feeling invigorated, awakened and strengthened in your body/mind awareness. Although modifications will always be given, having some prior yoga experience is strongly recommended

BARRE – TUESDAY/THURSDAY 5:30PM, WEDNESDAY 9:00AM & SATURDAY 9:30AM
Barre workouts bring in elements of dance, Pilates, strength and resistance training to create a fun, high-energy and fat burning workout that strengthens, lengthens and tones the body.

DEEP STRETCH – WEDNESDAY 10:00AM
Deep stretches that focus on releasing tension of the hamstrings, hips and shoulders, which will provide more easeful movement of the low back, knees, improved range of motion in the neck and shoulders. No matter your sport or activity your body will thank you for this class.

PILATES MAT STRETCH – THURSDAY 9:00AM
Following STOTT Pilates Five Basic Principles: breathing, pelvic placement, rib cage placement, scapular movement and head & cervical spine placement, workouts are developed to apply the biomechanical principles and will ensure the realization of maximum benefits from Pilates exercises while incorporating complimentary stretches.

Slow Flow & Stretch – FRIDAY 9:00AM
 A smooth linking of unhurried breath with movement, intensified by mindfully holding postures for several breaths to several minutes, awakening your body and clearing your mind. A slower flow will give you the time you need to explore the details of each posture at a comfortable pace. This mindful approach will allow your body to deepen into a stretch or pause in a strength-building pose. Expect deep hip, back, leg and shoulder openings with longer holds to gain strength and increased mobility. Anticipate leaving this class feeling rejuvenated and aligned in your body as well as your mind. Great for all levels.