Bodyworks Youniversity

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas!

From all of us at Bodyworks Youniversity, we wish you the happiest of holidays, safe travels, and time to rest and recharge.

Thank you for being part of our community—we look forward to moving with you again in 2026!

12/22/2025

12/18/2025

🎄 Holiday Schedule Updates
Pilates with Kim Butters
Kim will be away December 22 – January 5
Regular Pilates schedule resumes January 6

You Fit with Betsy Miller
Class will be held Friday, December 19
Regular schedule resumes Sunday, January 4

Yoga with Pippa Browne
Pippa will be away December 22 – January 5
Yoga classes resume January 6

Massage Therapy & Personal Training with Matthew Sias
Matthew will be offering sessions on a holiday schedule.
Please contact Matthew directly at 615-397-8348 to book or inquire.

12/17/2025

This season, skip the clutter and give something that truly lasts.
Bodyworks Youniversity gift certificates are available for:

Pilates

Yoga

You Fit

Massage Therapy

Wellness essentials from our Studio Shop

A gift that supports learning, movement, and well-being—long after the holidays are over.

From all of us at Bodyworks Youniversity
We wish you the happiest of holidays, safe travels, and time to rest and recharge.
Thank you for being part of our community—we look forward to moving with you again in 2026!

📍 Bodyworks Youniversity | Sewanee, TN
📞 423-322-1443
🌐 www.bodyworksyouniversity.com

12/16/2025

Join Santa for some fun exercise!

Bodyworks Youniversity | Sewanee, TN
423-322-1443
www.bodyworksyouniversity.com

12/11/2025

Reclaim Your Strength with Private & Duet Pilates

Sometimes the biggest changes start with the smallest moments.

This week, a client came to Kim feeling discouraged. She hoped to join the Beginner Pilates class, but sitting up on her own and getting up and down from the floor felt nearly impossible. Instead of pushing through frustration, Kim suggested beginning with a short series of private sessions to build strength safely and confidently.

After her first session, she already felt her posture shift and her movement ease.

By her fifth session, she sat up from lying on her back completely on her own—without even realizing she’d done it. When Kim cheered, her whole face lit up. That spark of “I can do this” is what we live for.

These moments matter.

They’re not flashy, but they transform daily life in real and powerful ways. That’s exactly why private and duet Pilates sessions exist: to help you rebuild strength, improve mobility, and reclaim abilities that may have slipped away.

Ready to Move Better?
Private and duet sessions are a grounded, empowering way to rebuild strength and confidence for the long run.

📍 Bodyworks Youniversity | Sewanee, TN
📞 423-322-1443
🌐 www.bodyworksyouniversity.com

12/08/2025

The History of Pilates and its Benefits for Men:

Joseph Pilates developed Pilates in the early 20th century as a form of exercise for men. Pilates was originally used to help injured soldiers and dancers recover from injuries. Today, Pilates is a popular form of exercise that provides numerous benefits for men. Here are some of the key benefits of Pilates for men:

1. Improved Core Strength

Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on building core strength. This is essential for men as it helps to improve posture, balance and stability. A strong core also helps to prevent injuries and improve overall physical performance. By incorporating Pilates into your fitness routine, you can develop a strong and stable core.

2. Increased Flexibility

Pilates is a form of exercise that can help improve flexibility. This is important for men as it helps to prevent injuries and improve overall physical performance. By incorporating Pilates into your fitness routine, you can improve your range of motion and reduce the risk of injury.

3. Improved Posture

Pilates is a form of exercise that can help improve posture. This is important for men as poor posture can lead to back pain and other injuries. By incorporating Pilates into your fitness routine, you can improve your posture and reduce the risk of injury.

4. Reduced Stress and Anxiety

Pilates is a form of exercise that can help reduce stress and anxiety. It focuses on controlled breathing and movement, which can help to calm the mind and reduce stress levels. By incorporating Pilates into your fitness routine, you can improve both your physical and mental health.

5. Improved Athletic Performance

Pilates is a form of exercise that can help enhance athletic performance. By improving core strength, flexibility, and overall physical performance, Pilates can help you perform better in other sports and activities. Many professional athletes incorporate Pilates into their fitness routines to improve their performance.

12/01/2025

Welcome December!

11/20/2025

Reclaim Your Strength with Private & Duet Pilates!
Sometimes the biggest changes start with the smallest moments.

This week, a client came to Kim feeling discouraged. She wanted to join the Beginner Pilates class, but sitting up on her own and getting up and down from the floor felt nearly impossible. Instead of pushing through frustration, Kim suggested beginning with a short series of private sessions to build strength safely and confidently.

After her first session, she felt her posture shift and her movement ease.
By her fifth session, she sat up from lying on her back completely on her own. She didn’t even notice she’d done it until Kim cheered for her. Her face lit up. That spark of “I can do this” is what we live for.

These moments matter.
They’re not flashy, but they shape our quality of life in real, powerful ways. That’s why private and duet Pilates sessions exist: to help you rebuild strength, improve mobility, and reclaim abilities that may have slipped away.

If you’re not sure where to begin, or if group classes feel intimidating right now, one-on-one or duet sessions are a supportive, personalized way to start moving again.

Private & Duet Sessions with Kim:
• Completely customized to your needs, pace, and goals
• Supportive for scoliosis, osteopenia, osteoporosis
• Safe for post-surgery or easing back after PT
• Perfect if you want focused attention or feel hesitant about group classes
• Available Monday through Friday by appointment

Kim brings 20+ years of experience and 900+ hours of professional Pilates training, along with the steady encouragement that helps people believe in themselves again.

Private and duet sessions are a grounded, empowering way to rebuild strength and confidence for the long run.

📍 Bodyworks Youniversity | Sewanee, TN
📞 423-322-1443
🌐 www.bodyworksyouniversity.com