In business since 1997, Bodywork offers clients a range of classes including Pilates, body rolling and BalleCore, a blend of Pilates, ballet and yoga. Neuromuscular therapy is also offered. Senior teacher and trainer Cristina Bruno is an experienced BalleCore instructor, and is also trained in kinesiology and physical therapy. Bruno also utilizes Gyrotonic exercises to encourage muscle strengthening.
Bodywork is equipped with mats, balance balls, weights and a gyrotonic pulley tower unit for stretching and massage therapy techniques.
Westport Dance Center is a dance studio that offers group and private lessons for children and adults. Instruction covers a wide array of traditional and contemporary dance styles. It also offers exercise classes, such as yoga and Zumba.
Arogya Holistic Healing is located on Post Road East in downtown Westport. The healing center specializes in traditional Chinese medicine, offering such treatments as acupuncture, cupping, massages, natural Japanese skincare treatments and yoga. After you enjoy a healing session, you can visit the front of the center to peruse the selection of natural, organic teas, tea accessories, and health and beauty products that are available for sale. Call to schedule an appointment.
Westport Pilates has been in business since 2005 and features a clean, spacious studio and state-of-the-art equipment. Owner Cait Lyddy has been practicing pilates for nearly 20 years and offers a range of classes for beginners to advanced pilates students. The studio also has workout mats, towels and changing rooms on-site.
The private sessions are priced at $85 a session; 10 sessions are $800. All packages must be redeemed within three months of purchase.
Agape Yoga, a traveling yoga studio, offers classes by Kripalu-certified yoga instructors in Westport. It has a variety of public and in-home classes to fit everybody's needs. Director Maria Vailakis-Wippick, a Kripalu-certified yoga instructor believes, "postures are adapted to fit the body rather than making the body fit the posture."
Kaia Yoga, founded by Gina and Stan Woodman, is 10,000-square-foot center offering four yoga studios, an organic café, a range of family services and more. The center also offers detox and nutritional programs. The nutritional offerings include juice cleanses, nutritional supplements, informative books and bulk items, variety of salads, wraps, yoghurt, organic teas and more. For more information, visit the Web site or call the number provided.
Saugatuck Studios is a Westport fitness studio offering a variety of programs, including traditional Pilates, power plate Pilates and yoga instruction services. The studio's staff of experienced instructors offers small group and private training services. Visit its website for program, rate and scheduling information.