Weekly Studio Schedule 5/25/2025 | Memorial Day
An azure sky with wisps of clouds over a grassy green field with bright red poppies and the heavy heads of tight buds.
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THOUGHTS
Today I’m taking time to reflect on the service and sacrifice of our military service members. Because of their courage—both in moments of danger and in long, unglamorous stretches of duty—I’m able to live in this beautiful city, raise my family in peace, and do the work I love in community with people who care deeply.
At a time when the political climate in the U.S. and around the world feels increasingly unstable, I’m thinking not only about those who gave their lives for freedom, but also about the daily responsibilities of citizenship—what it means to live in alignment with our values, even in small ways.
“Heroism doesn’t always happen in a burst of glory. Sometimes small triumphs and large hearts change the course of history.”
– Mary Roach (via wordstream.com)
This quote reminds me that the actions we take in our everyday lives—how we show up for each other, how we care for our bodies, how we speak up when it matters—can also change the course of history. Maybe not all at once, but one small step at a time.
I hope you’ll join me in reflecting today: on what’s been lost, what’s still worth protecting, and what kind of future we want to help shape.
Class Spotlight: GYROTONIC® Posture Focus
This small-group class is one of our most versatile offerings—ideal for those navigating hypermobility, low bone density, or simply seeking a slower pace to refine posture, breath, and coordination.
Join us Tuesdays at 1:00 PM (taught by Harriet during Sophia’s June break) or Saturdays at 10:00 AM with Rowan.
It’s a grounding way to reconnect with your center and move with more support as summer approaches.
STUDIO UPDATES
Memorial Day Appointments Available
Sophia has availability for individual appointments on Monday, May 27. Perfect if you're staying local and want to fit in a focused, restorative session.Sophia will be away performing with SoulSKin Dance in Joshua Tree and Aspen during the first two weeks of June. We’re excited to welcome Maddie Sager as a guest instructor during this time—look for more about her in our midweek email.
Hybrid GYROKINESIS® Starts June 5
Our Thursday 9:00 AM GYROKINESIS® for Active Aging class is back as a 4-class hybrid series beginning June 5. Great for building strength and coordination at any level.
Let us know by text or email if you’d like to attend in-studio.Ongoing Classes vs. Class Enrollments
Ongoing classes are designed for flexibility—clients can use class packs and drop in week to week. These tend to have consistent attendance and don’t require a minimum number of participants to run.
Class enrollments are structured as 4-week series with a set group. These require a minimum number of participants (usually 3–4) to run. They offer more progression and consistency for both students and instructors.
Guide to Class Series Enrollment is now open! All series are listed under the Enrollments tab in WellnessLiving and include 4 weekly classes with a steady group. Classes do not appear on the general schedule, so head to Enrollments to view and register.
Waitlist Policy Reminder
If your preferred class is full, join the waitlist! You'll be notified if a spot opens, and once you confirm, your payment or credit will be applied automatically.
Here’s what’s on the schedule this week:
MONDAY
CANCELED 12:15 PM — Postnatal Parent-Baby Pilates Springboard (Harriet)
TUESDAY
11:45 AM – GYROTONIC® Pulley Tower (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
1:00 PM – GYROTONIC® Posture Focus (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure (Full – Join Waitlist)
6:30 PM – GYROTONIC® for Dancers (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
WEDNESDAY
6:30 PM – GYROTONIC® Strength & Flow (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
THURSDAY
9:00 AM – Hybrid GYROKINESIS® for Active Aging (Harriet)
→ Next 4-week series begins June 5
FRIDAY
12:30 PM – Hybrid GYROTONIC® Pulley Tower (Harriet)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure (Filling – Book Early or Join Waitlist)
SATURDAY
9:00 AM – GYROTONIC® Through Transitions (Rowan)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
10:00 AM – GYROTONIC® Posture Focus (Rowan)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
Housekeeping
Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to class or your appointment to prepare.
Let us know if you still need door entry access through Avigilon (aka Alta Open or OpenPath), or need assistance with the app.
Late cancellations (under 24 hours) will be charged unless due to COVID exposure.
What I’m Reading
“Honoring the 80th VE Day: Memorial Day 2025 and Florida–France Soldier Stories” — University of Central Florida
This piece highlights the lasting international partnerships formed through WWII and the efforts to preserve the stories of soldiers buried overseas. A moving look at memory, connection, and the ongoing work of honoring service.
Read it here →
“A Family's Memorial Day Journey Through WWII and Vietnam” — NPR
This audio and text feature follows a family reflecting on generations of military service, the impact of loss, and what remembrance means across time. Thoughtful and quietly powerful.
Read it here →
“Memorial Day Commemoration in the Presidio” — Presidio Trust
A look at the Bay Area’s largest Memorial Day event, including the long history of the San Francisco National Cemetery and a public ceremony that honors those who served.
Read it here →
Looking Ahead
Adrianna Thompson will return to the studio later this year for a Master Class series. These will be open to certified trainers and advanced practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of the system.
✨ Want to be the first to hear about dates and enrollment? Join the interest list →
Fall series are in the works, including:
Intro to GYROTONIC® – Mondays at 7:00 PM starting Sept 8
Pilates for Active Aging and Better Balance & Posture – returning Sept 9
More details coming later this summer. In the meantime, let us know if you're interested in starting a group sooner—we're happy to help coordinate!
We’re looking forward to seeing you this week.
Root down into strength, rise up into possibility, and carry it through your movement throughout the week.
Warmly,
Harriet
