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BK Pilates – Optimist Park
Located in Charlotte’s Optimist Park neighborhood, our studio is an easy stop whether you’re starting your day or unwinding after work. Come in, put in the work, and leave feeling like yourself again.
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BK Pilates Optimist Park
In Optimist Park our studio is about movement that is feels right and practical. Some folks come to our studio looking for a low impact work out. Some are interested in correcting posture after spending long days in front of their computers. Others just need an hour where they are not thinking about work, emails, or stress.
That is the nice thing about reformer Pilates. It is a come as you are kind of class.
We focus on strength, control, flexibility and balance without making it too extreme and aggressive. You will get a workout, but you will not be crawled out of the room! It is more about working with intent and learning more about how you can use your body. It’s a chilled atmosphere and everyone is welcome.
Why BK Pilates Optimist Park
This studio runs on the same philosophy as every BK Pilates location: workouts that make you stronger without piling on unnecessary pressure. Good instruction, thoughtful movement, and classes built to work for different bodies and experience levels. Whether it’s your first class ever or something you’ve been doing for years, we want Pilates here to feel approachable — not intimidating.
Our location
You will find us right in the middle of the neighborhood, surrounded by some of Charlotte’s best local spots. It is an easy place to stop in before work, after work, or anytime you need an hour to move and clear your head a bit.
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BK PILATES - TRANSFORM YOUR BODY
BK PILATES - TRANSFORM YOUR BODY
BK PILATES - TRANSFORM YOUR BODY
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about our Pilates studio and classes.
Is there parking near the BK Pilates Optimist Park studio?
Joinery Parking garage will honor 90 minutes free inside the apartment complex off of East 22nd Street.
DO I NEED EXPERIENCE BEFORE TAKING A CLASS?
Not at all. A lot of people walking into the studio are completely new to reformer Pilates. The instructors explain everything as you go, including how the machine works and how the movements should feel. You are not expected to “keep up” with anyone.
WHEN SHOULD I TAKE PILATES?
There’s no definitive answer. People attend weekly and can tell their bodies are working differently and that their range of motion has increased. Other attend 2-3 times per week. More consistency in the activity than how many times per week can help increase overall results.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO A PILATES CLASS?
Anything comfortable that allows you to move freely. Most people wear leggings, workout sets or anything athletic but not baggy. For reformer classes grip socks are often required.
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