"Pilates is an exercise that has been practiced in the US since the 1920's. It is named after it’s creator Joseph H. Pilates. The exercises are composed of many controlled, precise movements, designed to stretch and strengthen, creating long lean muscles without bulk. The exercises require concentration and deep controlled breaths for a complete mind body workout. The focus of the exercises is on the abdominal and back muscles (often called the “core” or “powerhouse” muscles) to build strength and agility in a balanced method. The exercises can be done on a floor mat or with Pilates apparatus based on the designs of Joseph Pilates."

"Pilates is for those who desire a strong yet flexible body. It is for anyone who wants to move, work, and play without pain. The exercises are adapted to meet the needs of the individual regardless of age, fitness level or health condition. It is a safe and effective method for correcting muscular and postural imbalances and for preventing injuries. Pilates conditioning has been proven to be popular with dancers and athletes as well as everyday people. We all have the need for muscle toning, stretching, and relaxation. Pilate’s work focuses on the core abdominal strength, so whatever activity you undertake, your best alignment is supported and your spine is protected."

A beautiful, serene and friendly environment for you to learn and master the 'Be Well' style of Pilates. Be Well Pilates classes are composed of intimate groups of three to five students exercising with Pilates reformers while incorporating cardio and weight training. At Be Well, a knowledgeable and encouraging teacher, who can work with any level of fitness or experience, will guide you. The size of the class allows for lots of personal attention, while gaining the benefits of a fun and social atmosphere, not to mention an invigorating and result producing work out!

"Pretzel's Yoga & Pilates is dedicated to the study of Yoga and Pilates. The school was established in 1996 and is warm and welcoming. Sunlight streams down from overhead skylights, and neighborhood artists have added beauty to the studio. Parking is plentiful, classes are heated, and the teachers are friendly and experienced. Pretzel has been practicing Yoga for thirty years. Her instructional style is Vinyasa Flow, with an emphasis on strength, flexibility, and the breath."

Mercury Fitness is a high performance Pilates center located in San Francisco.

"For over 60 years, B.K.S. Iyengar has developed a remarkable, innovative and inspired approach to the classical hatha yoga. Through his own vigorous practice, careful study of the earliest available texts, and instruction of thousands of students from all over the world, he has reached back to the roots of yoga and brought forth a revitalization of the ancient art of yoga. B.K.S. Iyengar is the author of Light on yoga, Light on Pranayama, The Art of Yoga, The Tree of Yoga, and Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Visit his official site bksiyengar.com. Yoga as taught by the Iyengars emphasizes the integration of the body, mind and spirit. The Iyengar approach to yoga is firmly based on the traditional eight limbs of yoga as expounded by Patajali in his classic treatise, The Yoga Sutras. Iyengar yoga emphasizes precise body alignment, development of strength, stamina, flexibility, and balance, as well as concentration and meditation."

"Fig Garden Yoga Studio has been offering quality yoga instruction in the Iyengar style of hatha yoga since 1998. Classes are small and held in an intimate setting where students receive individual attention. Instructors at Fig Garden Yoga Studio are all well-trained, certified yoga teachers and registered with Yoga Alliance, a national yoga teachers accreditation board. Our classes and workshops serve students of all ages and abilities."

The Healthy Habits family of studios provide fitness, nutrition, and motivation to our clients through personal and group training, healthy eating and living classes, group exercise classes, and healthy supplements, clothing, and food options.

"At our studio, located just north of San Diego, in Del Mar, CA, we welcome each new client by offering a private session with Julian Littleford to evaluate and personalize the best approach for a healthy and safe exercise program. It is important to us that you receive the individual attention and care you need to maximize your exercise time. This system is designed to work the body as a total unit, encompassing proper physical alignment. It is modified to suit your goals and to enhance your Pilates experience. Most importantly, you will achieve mental & physical well being, while seeing and feeling quick results. Pilates is a perfect complement to any physical therapy program."

"Glendale Yoga opened its doors in 2001. We are dedicated to providing Hatha Yoga instruction in a friendly and non-competitive environment. Our goal is to make yoga accessible to students of any level no matter their previous yoga experience, age or size. We encourage students to work at their own pace and individual ability under the watchful guidance of our instructors. Our instructors are well experienced and have completed yoga teacher- training programs that are in compliance with Yoga Alliance guidelines. Each teacher is unique and brings their own personal insight and knowledge to their classes. Glendale Yoga's studio is spacious and comfortable. The studio is carpeted in order to provide padding for sensitive knees and wrists. We provide yoga mats and a wide array of yoga props for students to use free of charge during class. Students are welcome to use the parking lots beside the studio and there is always plenty of on-street parking on both sides of Glendale Avenue."

"Satori Yoga Studio is an oasis in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District. We are devoted to helping urban professionals relax, unwind, and move in a soothing and conveniently located environment. Satori provides a wide variety of Yoga, Pilates, and meditation classes for practitioners at all levels. Because of our unique location, in the heart of the Financial District, there is an emphasis on stress reduction and relaxation in all our classes. Our mission is to give students an opportunity to look within, refocus, and regain a sometimes lost sense of perspective."

"Bikram Yoga is a challenging 90 minute series of 26 postures(asanas) and 2 breathing exercises in a heated climate that provides the body with a complete system of wellness, restoration and rejuvenation. The Bikram method stimulates organs, glands and nerves, moving blood to 100% of the body by utilizing the Tourniquet Effect (also known as the Lock Gate Theory). Bikram Yoga, founded by Bikram Choudhury of Calcutta, was brought to the North America in 1972, following a scientific study at Tokyo University Hospital . The Bikram method is practiced worldwide as an effective program of balanced health."

"Our mission is to make lifelong health and wellness the utmost fun by balancing a serious, rigorous workout with an upbeat, humor-inspired environment. Our certified instructors teach students the Bikram yoga method, instilling the belief that anything worthwhile is worth doing, and anything worth doing is worth doing in 100-degree heat. Instructors are always available at the front desk 30 minutes before and after each class to answer any student questions. Come talk with us!"

"Beyond basic yoga classes and massage, Hilary adds further dimensions to all that she offers with an Ayurvedic and holistic approach. Benefit from Hilary's personal attention and become the catalyst of your own healing. Be it under the trees, in your home, or in the office, you can benefit from Hilary's integrated approach to your health as she inspires and empowers you to enjoy taking charge of your own health."

"Yoga at the Village is committed to providing invaluable, life improvement tools for seniors, adults, kids, teens, computer geeks, the yoga challenged and the skeptical! We’re confident the above group includes you! You’re neither too young nor too old…we promise! Demystifying the cynic is our goal. Our principle? If you introduce your mind to your body, they just might like each other. Classes are a fusion of several styles and geared toward whomever walks in the door. Anyone is welcome to any class no matter what 'level' the class is labeled. Our teachers are there to guide you. We’re skilled, compassionate and possess the gifts of laughter and joy. Challenge yourself. We’ll help you do that. At the same time, find satisfaction and patience with where you are right now. We’ll help you do that too. Have fun. Be creative and joyful. Find patience for you!"

"Bayside Pilates is a studio in Alameda, California committed to the original work of Joseph Pilates. Owner and Instructor, Faye Stevenson is certified by Romana Kryzanowska, one of Joseph Pilates’ original teachers in his New York studio. Romana has been practicing Pilates for over sixty years and is committed to preserving the Pilates Method of body conditioning as it was designed and taught by Joseph Pilates. Graduates of her program are held to rigorous standards and are required to complete approximately six–hundred hours of apprenticeship before they are granted their certification."

San Francisco Pilates offers quality private instructions, duets, and small mat classes at affordable rates. It's a well-equipped studio, ideal for those who want a convenient downtown location and a comfortable, intimate learning enviroment.

"Well known Los Angeles Yoga teacher Steven E Metz opened Earths Power Yoga in 1994. Steven teaches Yoga classes in the very vigorous Asana tradition based on Ashtanga to Yoga students from Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and all of Southern California's LA area. For those who are unable to attend the Los Angeles Yoga classes at Earths Power Yoga and are seeking online Yoga classes, Steven has made his Yoga classes and teachings available as online Yoga classes at the Yoga Videos for download, on Audio and DVD page."

"Our services benefit people with current injuries, individuals seeking to return to fitness after an injury, and those who want to improve their overall fitness level to optimize performance in a specific sport or activity."

"Most yoga focuses on the physical and is more complicated. Dahn Yoga® is a unique type of yoga that features simple exercises for the conditioning of the body and mind, starting with the core, that is suitable for people of all body types and ages. With over 30 years in the yoga business, Dahn Yoga® has nearly 1,000 centers worldwide with over 2,000 employees. Besides the U.S., Dahn Yoga® is located in South Korea, Japan, Canada, U.K., Germany, Russia, Sweden, Brazil, and South Africa. Over the past 30 years, Dahn Yoga® has positively impacted the lives of millions of people in schools, community centers, camps, parks, businesses and governments worldwide. "

The Healthy Habits family of studios provide fitness, nutrition, and motivation to our clients through personal and group training, healthy eating and living classes, group exercise classes, and healthy supplements, clothing, and food options.

"The Alameda Yoga Station is dedicated to the teaching of hatha yoga, emphasizing proper body alignment to increase body awareness, flexibility, strength, coordination and a general sense of well-being. Our teachers are all trained in the Iyengar tradition, which we believe offers the best foundation for building a safe and healthy yoga practice; different teachers may blend influences of other yoga traditions in their classes."

"Anirudh Shastri is a well-known and highly respected hatha yoga teacher with an extensive background in yoga philosophy. He has been teaching yoga for more than 20 years, bringing his deep knowledge of the physical and spiritual aspects of yogic philosophy to his many students on the peninsula and in the South bay, as well as the Central San Joaquin Valley. Shastri trained in India and studied under the guidance of Shri Vishnu Prasadji."

"Sisters Yoga is Fresno's first all-female yoga studio. Unlike traditional yoga studios, Sisters focuses on a happier, looser, less traditional form of yoga which includes music that runs from R&B to pop to World. Instructors also incorporate props such as blocks and straps to help students attain correct alignment regardless of their skill level. Classes range from Happy Hour yoga which is more of a "workout", to "Chill Out" which is restorative, gentle yoga. A Pilates mat class, and "Yo-God!" which is Christian-based, free to the community and half of donations go to the Marjaree Mason Center. Sisters Yoga also holds many monthly, dance workout workshops. Owner Kandis Kliewer and Founder Chaz Russ, who are registered with Yoga Alliance, believe all females need a place where they can nourish themselves away from relationships and responsibilities. Sisters Yoga provides a space where the female yogi (age 7 and up) can tune into her unique melody, the same melody that serves as the soundtrack to her life. This is a place where women can “let their hair down,” learn how to laugh at their misfortunes, tend to the garden of their self-esteem, and amaze themselves with their growing inner and outer strengths."

"Opening COIL YOGA (an acronym for Conscious, Open, Integrated, Living) in the spring of 2002 has been the most rewarding decision I have ever made. The joy and love I am able to share and receive from the community of people at COIL YOGA is priceless. It was not an easy decision to leave the stability of my job at Community Medical Foundation and take a leap of faith to become a small business owner in Downtown Fresno. Thanks to that job at Community, I found the space that is now COIL YOGA. As soon as I saw the room, I knew I wanted it to be a Yoga studio. Shortly after that, I discovered the owner of the building was Arthur Dyson, a long-time friend of my late grandfather. One sign after another continued to "show up" and support my desire to take that exciting leap. In its infinite wisdom, the universe provided exactly what was needed so that my vision could become a reality ... one breath at a time ...one student at a time..."

"The Harbor Bay Club is proud to offer Pilates Reformer training in both private and small group sessions with highly trained certified Pilates Instructors. Our Small Group Reformer classes provide an affordable way to gain the benefits of the work performed on the Pilates Reformer. With focused attention and guidance from our qualified instructors, Pilates provides a gentle, yet challenging way to strengthen and lengthen your body. Pilates Mat Classes are offered throughout the week and are free to members. Pilates Small Group Reformer classes are offered weekday mornings, afternoons and evenings for a fee and are open to members and non-members."

Inside Out Pilates Studio offers a variety of classes just for you. Wheter you are a beginner, older adult, have injuries, an athlete, or if you just want to push yourself physically in a different direction, Inside Out has exactly what you are looking for.