We are your local Pilates studio in the Irvington neighborhood of Northeast Portland. We offer LIVESTREAM Pilates and Yoga classes via Zoom, so we can all stay safe and workout from the comfort and safety of our homes. Maria will take you through a fun, challenging and Osteoporosis safe workout that you can do in the safety of your home.
Can't make it at that time? Maria can send you a recording! Kacie will take you through a lively and flowing seated and standing workout that you can do from the safety of your home. Can't make it in time? Kacie can send you a recording. This hour-long class focuses on simple yoga asanas (poses) to increase mobility and flexibility and calm the mind.
Can't make it at that time? Maria can send you a recording! Kacie will take you through a lively and flowing seated and standing workout that you can do from the safety of your home. Can't make it in time? Kacie can send you a recording. This hour-long class focuses on simple yoga asanas (poses) to increase mobility and flexibility and calm the mind.
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Our Northeast Portland Pilates studio offers a wide range of LIVESTREAM group classes, in studio reformer classes and private sessions. Through specialized training our instructors during the pandemic adapt their programs to the Zoom LIVESTREAM format to appropriately challenge and nurture each client.
It is your responsibility to consult with a physician prior to participation in this video class and make sure it is appropriate for you. You represent and warrant by watching and participating in this video class that you are physically fit and have no medical conditions that would prevent full participation in this video class.
Brimming with engaging exercise tips and colorful illustrations, this fun-to-read guide makes it easy to do pilates in your pajamas. Improve your strength, tone your body, and increase your flexibility with these 40 easy-to-follow exercises that you can do at home. Written by certified Pilates instructor Maria Mankin, the exercises include step-by-step instructions, notes on their physical benefits, and modification options.
Created by Begin Pilates founder, Maria Mankin, the Grace Pilates Method is a gentle Pilates class on her invention, the Begin Chair. This class is recommended for people with limited mobility. It is 45 minutes long and is perfect for those who may not be able to comfortably lie down or get back up from the floor.
The reformer is a Pilates machine based on a system of pulleys and springs that offers all the benefits of Pilates including overall strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. The reformer is very versatile piece of equipment that can challenge the athlete and at the same time can be an excellent tool for rehabilitation.
Reviews (18)
Bruce Cahn
Jan 14, 2021
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I had never done yoga before bu had wanted to for a while. My hamstrings were so tight my doctor literally prescribed going to a yoga for seniors class (I'm in my mid-50's!). A friend referred my wife to the Yoga for the Inflexible Guy class at Begin Pilates (the title alone checked so many boxes for me). The class is exactly what I needed and Danny is a great instructor. Since the pandemic we have been doing online Zoom classes and he has not missed a beat. If you are looking to add yoga and mediation to your Covid quarantine, this is the place and the class.
Teri Moore
Jan 09, 2021
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Bones and Balance (B&B), is an excellent class. I am 68 years old and am quite fit. B&B keeps me toned and restores my energy. I know this because, I recently moved to Florida & took a break from classes for about a month. I noticed a change in my over-all fitness. I’m now back on track because, Begin Pilates offers on-line classes. Thanks to instructor/owner, Maria, I am able to maintain my fitness program while enjoying life here in Florida aboard my boat. No matter your level of fitness Maria, does a great job tailoring workouts to your age and/or ability. I guarantee you’ll enjoy and benefit
Chris Garner
Dec 30, 2020
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I can't speak to the pilates classes, but I've been taking the Yoga for the Inflexible Guy/Person classes for over a year now, and the Gentle Hatha class for about four months and really enjoy them. The instructors do a good job of accommodating people with different abilities (or lack thereof) without the feeling that they're "dumbing down" the classes or you're not doing "real yoga." The environment is supportive, and the instructors are kind and encouraging (although most of Danny's jokes are real groaners...).
Janell Bittner
Oct 17, 2020
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The online Bones & Balance class at Begin Pilates is just what I need to keep my core in decent shape during the pandemic! Maria is an experienced Pilates instructor and she can expertly talk the participant through every move with clear details that we can understand. No matter what the skill level, Maria teaches to benefit one's whole body and well being.
Janell Bittner
Pilates student for almost 20 yrs.
Janell Bittner
Pilates student for almost 20 yrs.
Laura Weiss
Sep 12, 2020
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Mary Richmond
Aug 27, 2020
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Great studio with excellent instructors. Highly recommend the Livestream Pilates All Levels Mat class. I’ve taken both Kira and Emily’s classes and appreciate their knowledge, style of class and variety.... always a great workout. Livestream has a cool feature that if the class time doesn’t work for you, you can sign up, opt out and receive a link to the recorded class that you can take within 72 hours.
Madeline Peyton
Jul 12, 2020
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Begin Pilates is a great studio - the teachers are all stellar and bring their own unique voice to their classes. All teachers are also especially good at providing modifications and keeping class flowing and fun while you get a great workout. I’ve been to many other studios in Portland and feel very at home here. (And, especially if you’re new to pilates try to get a class with Kacie Dart - she’s an absolute joy and one of the best teachers I’ve ever had!)
Bob Mervar
Jul 08, 2020
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I have been taking the Inflexible Person class for a couple of years now. I am much more flexible now. I'm 59 BTW and my wife signed me up as a gift and a subtle nudge because I couldn't sit criss-crossed without groaning.
Danny is a great teacher. He welcomes new class members, and gears the class toward people that are inexperienced with yoga, so don't be intimidated. Danny offers different ways to do the poses to best suit your level and growth, and you only do what you are comfortably capable of doing.
It is also a fun group of participants that I look forward to seeing each week. I attend
Danny is a great teacher. He welcomes new class members, and gears the class toward people that are inexperienced with yoga, so don't be intimidated. Danny offers different ways to do the poses to best suit your level and growth, and you only do what you are comfortably capable of doing.
It is also a fun group of participants that I look forward to seeing each week. I attend
Alesia Zorn
Mar 15, 2020
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Pam Russell
Feb 05, 2020
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Ann Greenhill
Feb 04, 2020
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I just celebrated my second anniversary of taking classes at Begin Pilates. At the age of 73, I definitely feel stronger with better balance and better flexibility. The trainers are kind, warm, and always attentive to each individual's needs, even in group sessions. They are knowledgeable and fun, for the young and old(er). Begin Pilates is a wonderful studio and I highly recommend it!
Michael Mortensen
Jan 18, 2018
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Danny is a great instructor. I really enjoyed his personal concern and respect for each person's process.
I'd recommend anyone with chronic pain issues, not just back pain, to take Danny's course. You will get a chance to adjust your perception of pain and learn some techniques to help deal with and reduce your pain. The class goal of giving each participant some useful tools to manage pain was clear and gradually unfolded, building on each week's lesson and homework assignment.
This was my first exposure to anything yoga. Danny was great at explaining the connections between our movements and
I'd recommend anyone with chronic pain issues, not just back pain, to take Danny's course. You will get a chance to adjust your perception of pain and learn some techniques to help deal with and reduce your pain. The class goal of giving each participant some useful tools to manage pain was clear and gradually unfolded, building on each week's lesson and homework assignment.
This was my first exposure to anything yoga. Danny was great at explaining the connections between our movements and
Adam DuVander
Dec 14, 2017
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A relaxing, welcoming place to stretch and strengthen. I've attended the men's yoga classes once or twice a week for almost a year. It's made a huge difference in how I feel. Danny makes the class accessible for all levels and abilities. I've also attended and observed other classes at Begin--this encouraging approach is ever-present.
Robert Mercer
Apr 06, 2017
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I have been doing the Yoga for Stiff Guys for about two months. I've seen a lot of improvement in mobility and balance. Dan is a wonderful teacher. He is encouraging, perceptive, knowledgeable, and funny. The other members of the class all support and encourage each other. I strongly recommend it.
I also go to the Mat Basics class and do… private sessions with Dan S. Both in a class setting and in my private sessions, Dan S is great. He is able to quickly determine where one needs the most work--in my case calves, feet, and back. I recommend the class and private session highly
I also go to the Mat Basics class and do… private sessions with Dan S. Both in a class setting and in my private sessions, Dan S is great. He is able to quickly determine where one needs the most work--in my case calves, feet, and back. I recommend the class and private session highly
Ricardo Arroz
Aug 26, 2016
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I have been going to "Yoga for the Inflexible Male" class since early 2016, and can not say enough good things about it. I'm not in bad shape, but know that I'm not very flexible. I still have a long way to go, but it is amazing how I feel after that class. I actually feel stretched out. Danny is a good teacher that understands his clients are all at different levels and ability's. I can honestly say that this is about the only exercise class that I have ever taken, that I actually look forward to going to. Thanks!
Jack Bradley
Aug 26, 2016
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I don’t know about anyone else but as I grow older and thus less flexible, I used to struggle in those physical activities that I enjoyed and in some cases, just had to give up. Yeah, I went to different types… of Yoga classes, stretching classes and core strengthening classes, begrudgingly. Frankly felt intimidated and frustrated and this is coming from an old gym rate. I bought the dvd’s, etc. but, again being an old gym rat, working out alone is never been a motivator for me. Then I heard about “Yoga for The Inflexible Guy” at Begin Pilates and Yoga.
I started
I started
Ellen Hewitt Brown
Mar 12, 2016
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Jaimee Nash
Feb 04, 2016
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