Awaken Pilates is a boutique studio with two locations in Minneapolis and Minnetonka. Owned by husband and wife team, Karin and Christian Twigg, we offer privates and small group classes in Pilates, GYROTONIC, TRX, CoreAlign as well as Thai Yoga Bodywork. We have an incredible team of teachers who truly understand how the body works.
We will guide you through quality movement, ideal alignment and finding the depth out of each exercise so you walk out the door feeling like a million bucks! We offer single sessions, a variety of packages, and monthly memberships. Awaken Pilates has the best instructors! I love Jackie Cale and Renee Keller - both as instructors and personally.
We will guide you through quality movement, ideal alignment and finding the depth out of each exercise so you walk out the door feeling like a million bucks! We offer single sessions, a variety of packages, and monthly memberships. Awaken Pilates has the best instructors! I love Jackie Cale and Renee Keller - both as instructors and personally.
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The wonderful thing about Pilates is that it's for everyone! Men, women, young, old, athletes, dancers, those needing rehabilitation can all benefit from this wonderful method that Joseph Pilates created over 100 years ago. The Pilates method helps create balanced muscle development, stability and control in the body.
Reformer classes consist of up to 5 individuals with one trainer working on the Pilates Reformer. The Reformer works the whole body from the inside out. Strengthening the core, arms, legs, back and hips. See our class schedule for levels and times. We highly recommend starting with the Introductory Private Special of 2 Privates for only $99 before entering any class.
Awaken Pilates has some of the best instructors in the Twin Cities! With various backgrounds and styles we all offer something unique for everyone. All the instructors have gone through the Balanced Body Pilates Teacher Training Program - which offers a nice blend of classical and contemporary Pilates styles.
Awaken Pilates is a host site for Balanced Body offering a comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program in Minneapolis. Module training weekends can be taken ala cart or all together for the complete comprehensive program; which includes mat, reformer, cadillac/trap table, barrels, chair and anatomy.
Awaken has two boutique studios in Minnetonka (off 169 and 394) and Minneapolis (Uptown area). Our Minneapolis studio is now located on 29th and Bryant Ave South (next to the greenway and same block as Bryant Lake Bowl). There is a free parking lot on the NE sides of the building or street parking available along 29th and Bryant.
Reviews (12)
Curt M.
Jan 20, 2022
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My first visit to Awaken Pilates was years ago.... it's about time I wrote a review! The approach to fitness and healthy living, that I learned thru classes with Karin and Christian, has made a HUGE difference in my well being. Didn't happen overnight, but they stuck with me, teaching me about caring for my core, motivating me. And it has truly changed my life..... Thanks Awaken!!!
PS... they don't have a pool- but the fact they got my body moving, sure helped me loose the 30 pounds.
C MacKenzie Mpls
PS... they don't have a pool- but the fact they got my body moving, sure helped me loose the 30 pounds.
C MacKenzie Mpls
Britton- Norman
Nov 30, 2019
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Alie Bauer
Sep 17, 2019
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I have fallen in love with awaken Pilates. Karin is not only a wonderful Pilates teacher but an outstanding human as well. You can tell she takes great pride in her work and values each and every client that walks through the door. I’ve been to so many Pilates studios around the country and have yet to find one that is as wonderful as awaken. So grateful to have found this studio! And you will be too.
Gloria Gallovich
Jul 29, 2019
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Shea Olson
Jan 09, 2018
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Michelle Jesse
Oct 22, 2017
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Highest recommendation for beginners and aficionados alike. When moving back to Minneapolis from the SF Bay Area 6 years ago, finding a top-notch Pilates studio was a top priority. In Awaken Pilates, I found not just superb instruction but also a warm and welcoming community. Whatever kind of day I'm having, it is always boosted by an hour at Awaken.
Desi Creswell
Oct 03, 2017
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Nancy Miller Levin
Sep 25, 2017
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I walked from the street into the Awaken studio out of curiosity one day ten years ago, never having done Pilates, and I've been coming back almost every week since then. Working out with Karin in one of the highlights of my week. I leave feeling better both physically and mentally. She loves Pilates and working with people and it shows.
Michelle Pett
Aug 28, 2017
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Awaken Pilates provides a five-star pilates experience! I switched my pilates practice from Lifetime to Awaken because of Awaken's warm, welcoming atmosphere and master instructors. I've built strength, flexibility and balance through regular class workouts, and refined my form and technique through private instruction. Awaken even inspired me to take pilates instructor training myself. I started my Awaken journey with their $99 package of two private sessions; now I'm a member taking reformer, equipment, and mat classes each week. Awaken is pilates heaven (and the parking is free!)
D. & Apos Angelo B.
Aug 19, 2017
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Adam S.
Oct 10, 2011
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Mark O.
Feb 03, 2011
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I am risking my reputation as a staunch opponent of grade inflation but the owners and instructors have earned a five star rating. If you are looking for experienced insightful one on one pilates or gyrotonic training, Awaken is your place. If you are seeking pilates mat, reformer or TRX in a class setting with excellent trainers and fun classmates, Awaken is your place. They boast a convenient location and hours that suit any schedule
