Knowing we will not be able to please everyone, we are going to try to side with the masses on the issue of wearing masks.

First, our rationale…. If you are allowed to take your mask off in a crowded bar or restaurant to eat or drink, you should certainly be able to remove your mask in a 1200-1500 square foot Pilates studio with less than a dozen people present.

With that being said, we will push for social distancing by asking students to try to leave an empty reformer between every student when possible. The number of reserved spaces will now appear on our schedules. May we suggest that members try to attend the smaller classes when possible.

While not mandatory, masks should be worn before and after the actual workout when moving about the studio. We trust all of you will do this out of respect for your fellow members. During the actual class sessions, wearing masks will be optional.

We are asking that all non-vaccinated members that do not have a medical issue which prevents them from receiving the vaccination, take a one-month suspension from the studio. You will not lose any class credits and will not be charged for the month you are absent from the studio. This is not a punitive action, but simply a showing of respect and a safeguard to protect the majority of individuals that have already been vaccinated.

Our studios are well aware of the state mandate requiring that masks be worn indoors. However, we are hopeful that with practicing safe social distancing and the use of masks on a non-mandatory basis, we will be able to keep our studios open while ensuring the safety of our members and staff.

We apologize in advance for not doing more hands-on teaching/correcting. However, our instructors should also distance themselves from our members during the class sessions.

We hope the majority of our members will feel comfortable enough to continue with their privates and sessions.

May God bless us all.

BASI Pilates Studios Team