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Your intro class
Your intro class is on us. It's a dedicated 30-minute small-group session with one of our certified instructors — designed for new students so you can experience the studio, learn the reformer, and decide if Pilates is right for you before you commit to a longer plan. New students always start with the intro class, not a regular group class.
Every regular class — private or small-group — is 55 minutes, enough time for a full-body session including warm-up and cool-down. Your first intro class is a shorter 30-minute session.
Wear breathable, form-fitting clothing so the instructor can see your alignment. Long hair should be tied back. Grip socks are required and we sell any standard non-skid brand at the studio.
Just a reusable water bottle (we have Flowater filtered dispensers) and a sweat towel if you like. Everything else — mats, reformers, props — is provided.
Please arrive 15 minutes early on your first visit to sign in, take a quick tour, and complete your liability waiver.
Almost always, yes. Tell your instructor before class about any old injuries, sensitive spots, or medical conditions. Reviewers have come to us recovering from knee surgery, ACL repair, a broken back, and twin pregnancies — we modify exercises so movement stays safe and supportive.
Yes. We recommend everyone start with at least one private session so we can assess your posture, learn your goals, and tailor every exercise to you before you transition into small group classes.
How we teach
Pilates Forever is a Pilates studio in Pleasanton, California, founded by Alina Dovgal. We teach small-group and private sessions on Balanced Body reformers — 4.9★ on Google with 33 reviews and 4.9★ on Yelp.
Almost always, yes. Tell your instructor before class about any old injuries, sensitive spots, or medical conditions. Reviewers have come to us recovering from knee surgery, ACL repair, a broken back, and twin pregnancies — we modify exercises so movement stays safe and supportive.
Yes. We recommend everyone start with at least one private session so we can assess your posture, learn your goals, and tailor every exercise to you before you transition into small group classes.
We use Balanced Body reformers, the Pilates Cadillac (trapeze table), combo chairs, towers, magic circles, BOSU half-balls, the barre, jump boards, and trigger-point therapy balls — equipment from Balanced Body, the most trusted name in the industry.
Classical Pilates follows the original exercise order and principles developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. We're rooted in that classical foundation and teach a comprehensive Pilates method — precise, breath-led, and built around core control, blended with modern, body-specific work.
Yes. Our 300-hour Pilates Teacher Training program is led by experienced master trainers and includes 100 hours of self-practice and 30 hours of career-focused workshops. See the Teacher Training page for details.
MenoPilates is our two-month program designed for women in perimenopause and menopause. It combines 24 Pilates classes, expert-led workshops, podcasts, a private community, and over $2,000 in discounts from women-focused local businesses.
Pricing & memberships
Your intro class is on us. It's a dedicated 30-minute small-group session with one of our certified instructors — designed for new students so you can experience the studio, learn the reformer, and decide if Pilates is right for you before you commit to a longer plan. New students always start with the intro class, not a regular group class.
We offer class packs and unlimited memberships. See current pricing and plans on our memberships page.
Logistics
We're at 3037 Hopyard Rd, Ste A, Pleasanton, CA 94588 — serving the Tri-Valley and East Bay including Dublin, San Ramon, Livermore, and Danville.
Every regular class — private or small-group — is 55 minutes, enough time for a full-body session including warm-up and cool-down. Your first intro class is a shorter 30-minute session.
Group classes are kept small. Your instructor sees every alignment, makes hands-on adjustments, and remembers what you worked on last week — most reviewers describe the experience as 'almost private.'
Wear breathable, form-fitting clothing so the instructor can see your alignment. Long hair should be tied back. Grip socks are required and we sell any standard non-skid brand at the studio.
Just a reusable water bottle (we have Flowater filtered dispensers) and a sweat towel if you like. Everything else — mats, reformers, props — is provided.
Please arrive 15 minutes early on your first visit to sign in, take a quick tour, and complete your liability waiver.
Yes — you can cancel any upcoming class from your account in a couple of taps. The cancellation policy is shown each time you book.
Prenatal & postpartum
Yes. Our Prenatal Pilates class is taught by instructors trained in modifying exercises safely during pregnancy. Most students start in the second trimester (after 12 weeks) with their doctor's clearance.
Yes, with your doctor's clearance (usually 6–8 weeks postpartum for vaginal birth, longer for cesarean). We start gentle with pelvic-floor and core re-engagement, then build from there.
