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Aligned Movement Studios

A mindful movement studio specializing in Pilates Reformer, Pilates Mat, Yoga, Gyrokinesis, TRE and more. Come do what moves you.

Our bright and inviting studios offer a safe and body positive space to challenge yourself, get centered and move better.

01/19/2026

Pilates for Sports Recovery

Training hard is only half the equation — recovery is where the real progress happens. 💪

Pilates is a powerful tool for athletes because it helps your body restore, rebalance, and prevent injury after intense activity.

Here’s how Pilates supports recovery:

🏃 Improves mobility without overstretching — restoring healthy range of motion

🧠 Builds body awareness — so you move with better mechanics

💪 Strengthens stabilizers — especially hips, glutes, core & shoulders

🌬 Promotes mindful breath — reducing tension & improving recovery

🩹 Supports injury prevention & rehab

Instead of pushing harder, Pilates helps you move smarter — so you can return to your sport stronger, more balanced, and more resilient.

Perfect for runners, cyclists, skiers, team sport athletes & weekend warriors.

Your body works hard for you — give it the recovery it deserves. 🤍

01/14/2026

Pilates & Hypermobility — Strength with Support

If you’re hypermobile, you might feel flexible — but not always strong or stable. Pilates can be an incredible support for hypermobility, because the focus isn’t just on stretching… it’s on control, strength, and nervous system regulation.

Here’s why Pilates helps:

🧠 Body awareness grows — you learn where your joints actually are in space.

💪 Deep stabilizing muscles strengthen — especially around hips, shoulders & spine.

🧘‍♀️ Movement becomes supported — less over-stretching, more controlled range.

🌿 Gentle pace + breath = calmer nervous system

Rather than pushing into your “end range,” Pilates teaches you to move within a safe, stable range so your joints feel supported — not stressed.

If you’re hypermobile, you are absolutely welcome here. With the right guidance, movement can feel strong, steady, and sustainable. 🤍

01/12/2026

✨ Community Trade Opportunity ✨

We are looking for someone in our community who would love to offset the cost of their classes through a regular cleaning trade in the studio.

This is a great fit for someone who:

• already loves being in the space
• has attention to detail, enjoys keeping things fresh, calm, and beautiful
• wants to move more without adding another bill to their month

We’re picturing this as a simple, consistent exchange — a few hours of light cleaning each week in return for classes,

If this sounds like you, or someone you know in our community, please send us a DM or email info@alignedmovementstudios.com💫

We love creating ways for people to feel supported, connected, and rooted in this space.

01/09/2026

Beating the Winter Blues with Reformer Pilates

Shorter days, colder weather, a little less motivation…

If the winter blues have crept in, you’re not alone. ❄️💛

One of the most powerful ways to support your mood in winter is gentle, consistent movement — and Reformer Pilates makes it feel easeful, supported, and grounding.

Here’s how it helps:

✨ Boosts endorphins — your natural mood-lifters

✨ Creates routine + structure — especially when the days blur together

✨ Encourages mindful breathing — calming your nervous system

✨ Builds strength without burnout — so you leave feeling lighter, not depleted

✨ Connects you with community — which is everything in winter

Think of your Reformer session as a reset button — a space to move, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.

You don’t have to “push harder.”

Just show up — we’ll meet you where you are. 🤍

01/06/2026

Client Appreciation ✨

Forgive us if we sound like a broken record… but we are over the moon for our clients 🤍
Your unwavering support means everything to us, and we wanted to find a small way to say thank you.

So, we’re excited to introduce our new rewards system—powered by points!

Here’s how it works:

• Every purchase—merchandise, class passes, or equipment—earns you points

• Refer a friend? Points for both of you

• Leave us a review? You guessed it—POINTS

Once you reach 100 points, you can redeem them for a FREE class 🎉

Our way of giving back to the community that gives us so much. Thank you for being here—we truly couldn’t do this without you 💫

12/28/2025

January isn’t about reinventing yourself — it’s about reconnecting with what makes you feel strong, supported, and well. ✨

Lasting lifestyle changes don’t come from all-or-nothing goals. They come from small, consistent choices that honor your body and your life.

Here’s what actually creates sustainable change:

🌿 Start small. Choose habits you can repeat, not ones that drain your energy.

🌿 Build routines, not rules. Flexibility keeps momentum going when life gets busy.

🌿 Celebrate the little wins. Every class taken, every mindful moment, every breath that resets your nervous system matters.

🌿 Find community. Wellness grows deeper when you feel supported, encouraged, and connected.

This January, choose progress over perfection — and build habits that feel like you. 💛

12/19/2025

“All I want for Christmas is… better posture.”

Skip the socks this year—gift strength, mobility, and a little me-time.

Our Reformer Pilates classes are the gift that actually gets used 🤍

🎄 Gift cards available online, over the phone, in our app, or in studio.

🎄 Perfect for all levels.

🎄 Do you have a loved one who has never tried Reformer Pilates? Consider our 5 for $75 pass.

12/09/2025

SWIPE ➡️

12/03/2025

The Holiday season can be equal parts magic ✨ and overwhelm — which is why taking care of your wellness during the holidays matters more than ever.

Wellness this time of year doesn’t have to be big or complicated. It can look like:

🎄 Choosing presence over perfection
🎁 Moving your body in ways that feel grounding
☕ Carving out quiet moments just for you
💛 Nourishing connections that uplift you
❄️ Letting go of the pressure to “do it all”

Your holiday wellness is about balance — enjoying the season while still honouring your mind, body, and energy.

Give yourself permission to rest.
To move gently.
To breathe deeply.
To enjoy fully.

Wishing you a Holiday season filled with warmth, wellness, and moments that support you. 🤍

12/01/2025

Give the Gift of Wellness

Still looking for the perfect gift? 🎁

Give something meaningful this season — the gift of movement, strength, and self-care.

Our Gift Certificates are the perfect way to share:

✨ A first Reformer experience

✨ A month of mindful movement

✨ A class pack for someone who needs “me time”

✨ A wellness boost for the new year

Whether it’s for a friend, a partner, a teacher, or even yourself — wellness is a gift that lasts long after the holidays.

Available in any amount and beautifully packaged (digital or in-studio).

Give a gift that supports their body, mind, and joy. 🤍

We have office hours Monday 9a-12p + Wed 9a-11p
other times available by appointment.

11/25/2025

Why Variety Matters

The beauty of Reformer Pilates lies in its versatility.

From gentle foundation work to advanced progressions — every session can be customized to your goals.

Trying different teachers and class styles helps you strengthen new muscles, avoid plateaus, and keep your practice fresh and fun.

Your body loves variety — and so does your mind. ✨

11/19/2025

Holly Jolly Pop-Up Classes are available to book via our custom app or website ❄️

Address

1507 McPhee Avenue, BC, Canada Unit E
Courtenay, BC
V9N3A6

Website

http://www.alignedmovementstudios.com/

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