During the Season (May through October), Classes are in-person, Tuesday through Friday, in our Clubhouse Activity Room, located downstairs adjacent to the Fitness Room.  

During the Off-Season (November through April), Classes are virtual (Zoom), in the comfort of your own home.  Students wishing to participate by Zoom during the Off-Season must have participated in in-person Classes during the Season.

Our instructor, Christine Hanley, a Lolita’s Legacy™ Certified Pilates Instructor and a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT); in 2023, she was designated a Second Generation Pilates Teacher and Lolita San Miguel Pilates Master™ .  Christine is passionate about the Pilates Method and, especially, Pilates Mat – the basis for the system.  Hobbled by an unfortunate roller blading incident nearly twenty years ago, Christine discovered, and then embraced, Pilates in her search for an exercise program that would improve her well-being.  Initially, the Pilates mat repertoire was challenging because she had no discernable core strength.  Then, little by little, her core strength improved until one day Christine realized that she was experiencing an absence of pain.   She has been committed to the Pilates method (and mat work!) ever since.

The Pilates Method is a form of body conditioning created by Joseph Pilates which emphasizes the integration of the body, mind, and spirit.  The Pilates Method creates lean, strong mucles.  There are no huge number of repetitions that fatigue and overdevelop muscles.  The exercises are of low impact and can be practiced safely (often with modification) by anyone at any age.  The breathing, core control, balance and spine flexibility exercises are especially beneficials to seniors, elite athletes, sports players and GOLFERS.  Pilates is for all.

Beginner Mat 

(Tuesday and Thursday at 9:45a)

Basic instruction on the fundamental concepts of Mat Pilates.  Exercises in the Intermediate Pilates repertoire build off the beginner exercises. (Entry Level).

Intermediate Mat 

(Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30a)

Instruction for students with a solid knowledge of Pilates Concepts who want to be challenged physically and mentally. (Instructor Approval Required).

Fundamentals 

(Wednesday and Friday at 8:45a) 

This 4-session series is for those new to Pilates and/or Pilates Mat Classes and those that are interested in exploring the Pilates Method. It is expected that most Fundamentals students will graduate to Beginner Mat after completing the series.  Series begin on May 15, May 29, June 12, June 26, July 10, August 7, August 21; students must register in advance.

Chair 

(Tuesday at 11a)

All exercises are performed in a seated position (no need to lie down!) or standing with chair support for a full body Pilates workout.  Combining breath and slow and very controlled movements, this class is perfect for mature students and beginners.  Participants will work their muscles to improve posture, muscle tone and balance, core strength and flexibility, and total body strength.   

Stretch 

(Thursday at 11a)

This dedicated stretch and mobility class is tailored to help participants improve range of motion, alleviate muscle tightness, and enhance overall body awareness.  Using basic Pilates Principles, this class focuses on back opening, rotation, stretching hips and improving flexibility. 

PRIVATE MAT Classes are avaliable upon request.

• Series of 5 classes for $90
• Individual class for $22 

All Mat Classes are payable in advance.  If you are a MVCC Member, Classes may be charged to your account.  If you are a MVCC Member and did not register ahead of time or are a Guest, you may pay by check payable to Maggie Valley Country Club.

• All Mat Classes are payable in advance. If you are a MVC Member, Mat Classes will be charged to your account. If you are a MVCC Member and did not register ahead of time or are a Guest, you may pay by check payable to Maggie Valley Country Club. 
• Mat Classes are 55 minutes. Please be ready to begin each Class at the scheduled time. 
• Sessions purchased are not refundable and may be used from the date of purchase through the end of October. 
• We are a “sock studio” which is to say that participants are required to wear socks for safety and hygiene. Sticky socks are best. 
• If you have a cold, fever or other illness related symptoms, do not attend classes until you are well and your condition is resolved. 
• Please advise your instructor of any change in your physical condition. 
• It is your responsibility to inform your instructor when you feel discomfort or have any physical problems during exercise. 
• Your instructor may terminate your Mat Class if she feels you are not able to safely exercise.
• You must complete and submit the New Participant Information and Release of Liability prior to your first Mat Class.