Participant Requirements
Verify that you meet all the requirements prior to classes.
- New participants must attend a Pilates Orientation.
- If you are registered for Pilates Reformer classes but have not taken the orientation prior to the start of class, you will not be able to participate.
- Refunds/credits will not be given for classes or sessions missed due to failure to meet requirements.
- Sign up only for the appropriate class level. Staff will indicate the best fit for you at orientation.
- Participants must be able to get on and off of the reformer without assistance, even for private training.
- Participants must be able to manage equipment and props, change springs, and handle a variety of positions safely.
Email [email protected] if you need to schedule a private orientation or prefer to start with private training to ensure you can safely participate in classes.
Safety
It is recommended that you consult your healthcare provider prior to beginning any exercise program or if your health status changes.
- Know your limitations and any restrictions based on medical conditions and injuries.
- Listen to your body.
- Stop if you experience sharp, sudden or shooting joint pain, feel ill or the movement doesn’t feel right or safe.
- Alert staff if you feel unwell (i.e. dizzy, nauseated, etc.) or unsafe.
Your safety as well as the safety of all participants and staff is the number one priority of Foothills Park & Recreation District. While this rarely occurs, we reserve the right to withdraw your registration if fitness professionals have concerns regarding your safety, appropriateness of the class level or overall class needs. If that were to occur, we would discuss this with you and make recommendations
Class Levels
- Gentle Reformer: Beginners, post-rehab, older adults, or individuals with chronic conditions or need for slower transitions.
- Pilates Reformer: All levels – healthy, fit beginners to advanced participants.
- Cardio Jumpboard: Intermediate/advanced only; exclusive use of Jumpboard, must have prior Pilates experience or staff approval.
Steps for Success
- Verify the accuracy of your receipt session dates and notices.
- Notices list “no class” dates and other session-specific information.
- Registrations show enrollments including class title, day, time, and session dates.
- Know session dates. Make-up classes are a courtesy and must be done within the session.
- Must make requests for class changes or withdrawal a minimum of prior to the start of the session to be eligible for credit. Exceptions will not be made for registration errors, schedule changes, etc.
- Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing that allows for a full range of motion without being loose enough to get caught in the reformer’s parts. Do not wear zippers or rough clothes that could damage the carriage. Grip Yoga or Pilates socks are recommended, or you can practice barefoot.
Make-up Policy
- Make-up classes are not guaranteed and must be done within the session.
- Email [email protected] regarding all absences for registered classes include the day of the week, date, and time of missed class and your full name.
- A Community Pass email alert with detailed procedures will be sent to the family account primary email by the end of the first full week of each session.
Refund Policy
- All Pilates program credits and refund requests must be made through the program department at [email protected].
- All Pilates program credits and refund requests must be made at least prior to start of class.
- Please request changes sooner if your schedule changes to allow others an opportunity to sign up.