Fitness classes
A variety of classes designed to help you boost your energy and reduce excess stress.
A Fitness Class for Everyone
If you want to move, we’ve got something for you.
HIIT - high intensity interval training
High intensity interval training (HIIT) class is a metabolic conditioning class designed to increase the efficiency of the body’s energy systems. The class is designed for you to give it your all by alternating between short work periods (20-40 seconds) and short rest periods (10-20 seconds). Weights may be incorporated into class depending upon each instructor. For safety purposes, shoes may be required for class. Gym shoes only, no street shoes may be worn in studio room
Barre Flow
Barre Flow classes blend cardio, strength training, flexibility and core conditioning to create a full-body, low impact work out. This is a music-driven class focusing on repetition of small range movements inspired by dance, yoga, pilates and strength.
Strength training (Lower body)
Body weight resistance training with minimal equipment focused on building lower body strength (quads, hamstrings, glutes and calves). This class balances out well with the Calisthenics classes which while full body, lean more heavily towards upper body and core strength. We will develop strength using compound exercises with longer work and rest periods. Each exercise set you will perform you will try to push yourself to near failure in order to trigger muscle growth. Low impact and accessible to all levels. Weights may be incorporated into class depending upon each instructor. For safety purposes, shoes may be required for class. Gym shoes only, no street shoes may be worn in studio room.
Strength Training (Glutes, Core, and Arms)
Strength training focused on building glutes, core and upper body strength. We use tempo based exercise variations to increase the difficulty of an exercise by focusing on the eccentric (resisting gravity as the muscle elongates), isometric (static holds) and concentric (pushing into gravity as the muscle contracts) movements. Weights may be incorporated into class depending upon each instructor. For safety purposes, shoes may be required for class. Gym shoes only, no street shoes may be worn in studio room.
Mobility and Strength (Glutes and Core)
Immerse yourself in our targeted mobility and strength class, meticulously designed to address the imbalances caused by modern-day living. Through a series of compact yet demanding movements, we engage and train the vital muscles that support your spine and pelvis, with special emphasis on fortifying your abs and glutes. By strengthening these areas, you can achieve proper pelvic alignment, alleviate accompanying back pain, and proactively safeguard against potential injuries.
MIIT - Moderate intensity interval training
Experience a moderately intense interval training class that strikes the perfect balance between challenge and accessibility. Although not categorized as easy, these workouts allow you to comfortably engage in conversation while reaping the benefits of cardiovascular exercises combined with full-body resistance training.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The best way to know if a Folk yoga or movement class is right for you is to give it a try! We have created a scale of intensity designed to help guide you through this process. You can also reach out to us via hello@folksf.com with any additional questions you may have, or stop by a studio to say hello!
What to wear to yoga and movement classes is completely up to you! Wear something comfortable that will allow you to experience a full range of movement. Breathable, flexible bottoms and a sports top that offers enough support for the class type you’re participating in. We also recommend bringing water and a small towel for those sweaty sessions!
Not at this time. While we hope to bring all types of yoga and movement classes to all 7 Folk studios in the near future, you can find the class type your body is craving here.
The class sizes at Folk depend on the studio, time of day, and class type. On average class attendance is around 20 people.
We love new students! Folk yoga and movement classes are great for students who are moving in a new way for the first time, those getting in touch with their body’s movement for the first time, and anyone coming back to movement after injury.
