The Park Pilates

Questions Before You Book

The Park Pilates FAQ

The Park Pilates in Pleasant Grove answers the questions people ask before they book: what the class feels like, how memberships work, when the intro starts, how cancellation works, and what makes the studio different from larger franchise formats in Utah County.

First Class

What should I wear to class?

Comfortable, form-fitting workout clothes you can move in. Grip socks are required for safety and hygiene. We sell them at the studio if you need a pair. No shoes on the reformers.

What is high-intensity reformer Pilates?

It is low-impact strength training on a spring-loaded reformer. ParkCore classes use slow resistance, controlled tempo, and deep muscle fatigue to make the workout feel hard without feeling frantic. It is a strong class in a warm room, not a generic fitness circuit.

I've never done Pilates before. Can I still come?

Absolutely. Every class accommodates all levels. Your instructor will guide you through modifications and progressions. Most people feel comfortable by their second or third class.

How early should I arrive?

Please arrive 10 minutes early for your first class to complete a brief waiver and get oriented. For subsequent classes, 5 minutes early is plenty.

Classes

How long are classes?

Most classes are 45 minutes of full-body ParkCore work. Signature + Recovery classes layer in sound bath recovery, so your reset is part of the Park experience instead of something you have to book somewhere else.

How many people are in each class?

Maximum 8 people per class. Small classes mean your instructor can watch your form, coach your setup, and make the room feel personal instead of anonymous.

What's your cancellation policy?

Cancel 12+ hours before class with no fee. Cancelling 2-12 hours before class incurs a $12 fee with credit returned. Cancelling under 2 hours before class incurs a $12 fee and credit forfeiture. No-shows incur an $18 fee and credit forfeiture.

Is there a waitlist?

Yes. Join it. Full classes usually reopen before start, and openings most often show up the day before.

Memberships

How much does a membership at The Park cost?

Unlimited is $199/month on a 6-month plan (first month $119); Unlimited classes; $229/month on a 3-month plan; Unlimited classes; $259/month, month to month; Unlimited classes. Class packs start at $140 for 5 classes. A drop-in class is $35. New clients can start with the two-week intro for $29. See every option on the pricing page.

Do you offer student pricing?

Yes. Current students can join the Student Membership for $99/month (book 24 hours ahead) or Student Plus for $149/month (book 15 days ahead, so early classes are easier to get). Both include unlimited reformer classes, one per day.

What membership options do you offer?

We offer a two-week intro, Monthly Unlimited, selected commitment-based memberships, a Student Membership, class packs, Park & Flow access, and add-ons like private sessions and Kids Lounge support. The mix gives you both routine-driven and flexible options.

When does the two-week intro start?

The 2-week intro starts at your first class check-in, not on the day you buy it. That means you can secure the offer, book the class that fits your schedule, and let your two weeks begin with your first visit.

Do you offer referrals or guest passes?

Yes. Eligible active members unlock referrals after three completed classes, and the current program rewards both sides. The Park also uses guest-pass style community perks, so bringing a friend into the room is part of how the studio grows.

How far in advance can I book?

Unlimited members can book 15 days ahead. Class pack and drop-in members can book 10 days ahead.

Do credits roll over?

No. Class pack credits expire 12 months from purchase. Unlimited memberships are use-it-or-lose-it each day, with one class per day maximum.

Can I pause my membership?

Yes. One complimentary pause of up to one month per calendar year. Submit your request at least 30 days before your billing date. Medical holds may be approved with documentation.

How do I cancel?

Email info@parkpilatesclub.com or visit us in person. Provide 30 days notice before your term end date to avoid automatic renewal. No refunds for partial months.

Studio

Where are you located?

312 S 2000 W, Suite 14a, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062. We're minutes from American Fork, Lehi, and Orem. Free parking available.

Do you have changing rooms?

We have a clean, private restroom you can use to freshen up. No showers. Come ready to sweat and leave feeling accomplished.

What do I need to bring?

Just yourself and a water bottle. We provide everything else. Grip socks are required and available for purchase if you don't have your own.

What makes The Park different from other studios nearby?

The Park feels more like a modern Pilates club than a generic studio. Strong classes, a small room, weekend Signature + Recovery, and a social side that is there if you want it all make it easier to keep coming back.

How is The Park different from big-box or franchise reformer studios?

Bigger chains run larger classes across many locations. The Park is an independent boutique studio in Pleasant Grove that caps every class at 8 reformers, so you get real coaching every session — not just a room to keep up with. ParkCore is a higher-intensity 45-minute format, and weekend bookings include Signature + Recovery with a sound bath reset.

Is ParkCore similar to other strength-based reformer workouts?

Yes. If you're looking for a strength-focused, time-under-tension workout without the drive to Salt Lake, ParkCore delivers a hard, low-impact reformer format — small 8-person classes, a warm room, and weekend recovery built in. It's a boutique option built specifically for north Utah County.

What kind of Pilates is ParkCore?

ParkCore is our own strengthening method, built on spring-loaded Pilates reformers. It's high-intensity and strength-focused — slow tempo, deep time-under-tension, real muscle fatigue — done in a small 8-person room with real coaching every class and weekend Signature + Recovery.

Where is The Park Pilates and what areas does it serve?

The Park Pilates is at 312 S 2000 W, Suite 14a, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062. Members come from across north Utah County — American Fork, Lehi, Orem, Vineyard, Alpine, Highland, Provo, Saratoga Springs, and Lindon — most within a 5 to 18 minute drive.

Pilates Basics

Is reformer Pilates worth it?

Yes. The reformer adds guided spring resistance, more exercise variety, and closer coaching feedback than floor-only formats. At The Park, members use it to build strength, improve posture, and keep a routine they actually enjoy.

How many times a week should I do Pilates?

Three to four classes a week is a strong rhythm for most people. It is enough frequency to build strength and enough recovery to stay consistent.

What's the difference between mat Pilates and reformer Pilates?

Mat Pilates uses your body weight on the floor. Reformer Pilates uses springs and a sliding carriage for guided resistance, which makes it easier to learn alignment and to make the work harder as you get stronger. ParkCore classes at The Park are reformer based.

How long until I see results from Pilates?

Most people feel stronger and more aware of their posture within the first few classes. Visible changes usually take several weeks of consistent practice, around three classes a week.

Why do my muscles shake during Pilates?

Shaking means a muscle is working near its limit. ParkCore uses slow, controlled tempo and time under tension, so your smaller stabilizing muscles fire to hold each position. It is normal and it fades as you get stronger.

What is time-under-tension training in Pilates?

Time under tension means keeping a muscle working against controlled resistance long enough to truly fatigue it, instead of rushing through quick reps. ParkCore uses a slow, precise tempo on the reformer to build strength while staying low impact.