Our classes

Our classes

Five ways to move

Strength. Mobility. Confidence.
Pilates & Yoga are powerful, low-impact ways to build strength, improve mobility and move with greater confidence at any age.
Pilates at MOTIV

Pilates

Align · Thrive · Challenge
Build core strength and stability with props such as balls, foam rollers and discs. A focused way to work those harder-to-engage muscles.
Yoga at MOTIV

Yoga

Align
A slower change of pace. Mix Yoga into your week, with restorative options that give you time to ease into movement. Check the schedule for available classes.
Cardio Reformer at MOTIV Danforth

Cardio Reformer

Thrive
Add cardio tramps to your Reformer practice. This class brings a higher heart rate to the workout while keeping Pilates principles at its centre.
MOTIV studio with Reformer and on-screen movement guidance

Instructorless Reformer

Align · Thrive
Follow video and audio guidance at off-peak times. Designed for clients already comfortable on the Reformer who enjoy a more independent session.

A variety of levels

Our class schedule offers different class options to fuel your motivation

01

Align novice class level

Align (Novice)

Build the essential movements and body awareness at a slow to moderate pace. The best place to learn the foundations

02

Thrive intermediate class level

Thrive (Intermediate)

Progress beyond the essentials to build strength, control and endurance. For members ready to build on their practice

03

Challenge advanced class level

Challenge (Advanced)

Faster-paced classes for experienced participants. Offered occasionally, based on members’ interest.

The MOTIV Method

A clear guide.
A different focus each day.

The daily focus helps you plan your week around your movement goals.

Whole-body movement.
With a little extra focus.

Each day, one of nine muscle groups gets extra attention: about a third of class targets that focus, and the rest keeps your workout balanced.

The 9 focuses

Upper body

Arms
Shoulders
Back

Lower body

Glutes
Thighs
Lower leg

Core

6 pack
Obliques
Deep core
Ask us about the daily focus when you plan your week.

Ways to train

Guidance or independence?

Choose the experience that works for you. Both options take place in the studio.
Instructor guiding a Reformer session at MOTIV

Instructor-led

Guided classes

Learn with an instructor in the room. The best place to build confidence and grow your practice.

Video & audio-led

Instructorless classes

A more independent Reformer session, led by video and audio. Choose this once you’re comfortable on the equipment.

New to MOTIV?

Your first class starts with confidence.

Start with a private introduction plus group classes, or explore the other trial options. The studio can help you choose where to begin.

New to the Reformer? Start with beginner-friendly guidance.