Flying Squirrel Studios

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Since many of us have taken to walking, running, cycling in place of our studio/gym routines, it's important to remember to move our spines in all ranges of motion . This is where Pilates really shines A good instructor will help you gain range of motion while using core muscles to support the range you have. I've been trying to get as much in my home practice as possible these days. It feels amazing ~ and as Joe reminds us... You are only as young as your ...spine is flexible". It's all about the spine baby! They really are such lovely, versatile little things ~~~ . . . Check out our virtual class schedule @ www.FlyingSquirrelStudiosNYC.com . . . #pilates #spinalmobility #pilatesinstructor #pilatesclasses #virtualclasses #pilatesnyc #eastvillage #pilatesstudio #womenownedbusiness #supportlocalbusiness #flyingsquirrelstudios

As some of you may have heard, all fitness facilities have been punted out of phase 4 and into Oblivion We have no information or guidance as to when we might be able to open our doors again. All I can say is that we miss you all and we can't wait to be able to move with you in real life again soon! Till then we'll still be with you in Zoomland teaching the best damn mat classes we can. If you haven't checked out our online classes yet - link is in bio Thank you all who h...ave been supporting us thus far. We love and miss you!! * * * * #supportourinstructors #supportsmallbusiness #pilates #onlineclasses #supportthestudio #flyingsquirrelstudios See more

This Sunday @ 10:30am I'll be pairing up with longtime friend and Yoga instructor Lea Bender @leabenderyoga to do a 50/50 Yoga+Pilates class This class is donation based and all proceeds will go to the Black & Pink organization @blackandpinkorg specializing in prison reform and human rights . . This will be an open level class exploring the relationship between Yoga & Pilates Plus your $$ goes to help a worthy cause Hope to see you there! .... #blackandpink #yogaandpilates @ Flying Squirrel Studios See more

Fundraiser class THIS Sunday @ 11:30am to support the end of racial injustice in this country. All proceeds will go to @blackvisionscollective . . ALL LEVELS WELCOME .... Even if you come for one plank, one push up, one breath. We can use Pilates not only for self-care but community care, love & respect. . Class will be taught by Dani King & Anjali Kanter . Together we can create change @blackvisionscollective . . . #blackvisioncollective #donate #pilates @ Flying Squirrel Studios See more

Please join Flying Squirrel Studios this Sunday @ 11:30am in our efforts to support the end of racial injustice in this country. . ALL LEVELS WELCOME . Even if you come for one plank, one push up, one breath. We can use Pilates not only for self-care but community care, love & respect. ... . Class will be taught by Dani King & Anjali Kanter . Together we can create change @blackvisionscollective . . . #blackvisioncollective #donate #blacklivesmatter #virtualclass #pilates See more

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First time back in the studio since we had to close the doors 9wks ago! What a lonely sight... Can equipment look sad? I had to jump around and spread some love It's a lot for one person. I look forward to when I can get some help! Every day that passes is one day closer to getting our lives back on track. Keeping faith. Keeping hope. The studio misses you * * *... * #virtualreality #virtualworkout #virtualpilates #matclasses #onlinepilates #onlinepilatesclasses #supportsmallbusiness #supportpilatesteachers #zoomclasses #zoomland #werestillhere #studiolove See more

OUR INSTRUCTORS At @flyingsquirrelstudios we have a solid team of instructors! Each one brings her experiences + interests into the classroom Dakota Rooney TAKE HER CLASSES ONLINE! WEDNESDAYS 12pm ... Favorite Pilates mat exercise? Leg Pull Back! I hated this exercise for so long. Years of climbing ropes in my career has left my shoulders and pecs so tight. It took me a long time to work up to the full version of this exercise, and even longer to find joy in it. I'm glad I kept at it. It makes me feel so long and strong. Something about opening that chest that much puts me in a better mood. I think it's a great exercise for us all right now in our quarantines. I've done some version of it in my class each week since we went virtual....and I've gotten a lot of complaints aout it, lol. I feel you! Stick it out. Small bites at a time. Least favorite pilates mat exercise? Leg Pull Back. Hahaha. Just kidding. Probably Rollover? I love to be upside down, but I prefer it to be not so close to the floor. I'm still working on some fear in my body about old injuries. Sometimes this exercise makes me emotional and I lose that sense the lift and control in my muscles and instead rest into my bones. I'm still exploring that. What props you use most often? Theraband. So many ways to use this prop. My favorite thing about it is you can adjust your own tension quickly. It is so adaptable. It gives each person a little ownership over the right level for the moment. Since we've been out of the studio I have been exploring how to use a theraband to find some of the reformer exercises. Rowing exercises anyone? Try it! What are you thinking about in your classes/teaching right now? Coming together against our common foe- gravity! lol. I love the live virtual classes vrs recorded classes. All of us meeting up at a specific time and place to create a moment together. Showing up on time, knowing people are waiting for us, happy to see us. Each class I see people do more than they thought they would. See more

What moves you. What brings you Joy. What INSPIRES you These are the peices of a puzzle I'm trying to put back together. Along with... * * * What does the world look like on the other side... So many thoughts and feelings flooding my system as the world continues to hold it's breath. Small movements of Awakening are happening. A splash of color. A blossom against a blue sky A stretch of an arm. A wiggle of the toes. Life is intoxicating and terrifying. Are we ready? Is it... ok to hope? We can't hold our breath forever * * * In the meantime we are still holding space for you in the virtual world. Come spread your wings and wiggle your toes * * * * * #Pilates #Pilatesstudio #supportlocalbusiness #supportinstructors #supportthestudio #onlineclasses #virtualpilates #matpilates #onlinematclasses #privatesonline #moveonline #virtualpilates #virtualreality #onlinecommunity #flyingsquirrelstudios

What moves you. What brings you JOY What inspires you. These are the peices of a puzzle I'm trying to put back together. Along with... * * * What does the world look like on the other side... So many thoughts and feelings flooding my system as the world continues to hold it's breath. Small movements of Awakening are happening. A splash of color. A blossom against a blue sky A stretch of an arm. A wiggle of the toes. Life is intoxicating and terrifying. Are we ready? Is it... ok to hope? We can't hold our breath forever * * * In the meantime we are still holding space for you in the virtual world. Come spread your wings and wiggle your toes * * * * * #Pilates #Pilatesstudio #supportlocalbusiness #supportinstructors #supportthestudio #onlineclasses #virtualpilates #matpilates #onlinematclasses #privatesonline #moveonline #virtualpilates #virtualreality #onlinecommunity #flyingsquirrelstudios

What MOVES you . What brings you Joy. What inspires you. These are the peices of a puzzle I'm trying to put back together. Along with... * * * What does the world look like on the other side... So many thoughts and feelings flooding my system as the world continues to hold it's breath. Small movements of Awakening are happening. A splash of color. A blossom against a blue sky A stretch of an arm. A wiggle of the toes. Life is intoxicating and terrifying. Are we ready? Is i...t ok to hope? We can't hold our breath forever * * * In the meantime we are still holding space for you in the virtual world. Come spread your wings and wiggle your toes * * * * * #Pilates #Pilatesstudio #supportlocalbusiness #supportinstructors #supportthestudio #onlineclasses #virtualpilates #matpilates #onlinematclasses #privatesonline #moveonline #virtualpilates #virtualreality #onlinecommunity #flyingsquirrelstudios