THE QILA METHOD

FORM OVER EGO

Qila is a high-intensity Pilates-inspired workout that uses slow, controlled movement and purposeful cardio bursts to build strength.  While intense, modifications and amplifications are always offered.

Our method prioritizes physical toughness, mental focus and form. We use slow sustained movement to push your slow twitch (or type 1) muscles to failure, causing your muscles to shake as tiny tears in the muscle fiber form.  This is why rest days are integral to our method — it allows your muscles to properly recover and grow stronger.

In class, expect to develop a deep understanding of your own body sensations. We describe how each movement should feels to help you build body awareness and learn what proper alignment and form should feel like. Form looks different for every body based on proportions and abilities, so we also work alongside you to find variations that work for you.

High intensity Pilates anytime, anywhere

Qila is designed for small spaces, minimal equipment and all bodies. You can use our suggested equipment, swap for everyday items around the house, or opt for body weight only classes.

What you’ll need:

1. CONNECTION

Access on demand classes on any device (laptop, phone, tablet) with wifi access. For live classes, we connect via Zoom.

2. COMFORT

We suggest using a yoga mat (or towel) for class. Feel free to have an extra towel or blanket on hand to protect your joints.

3. EQUIPMENT

We often use sliders (or socks) and light weights (or water bottles) in class for extra resistance and activation. 

4. ADD ONS

Elevate your practice with a heavier weight or resistance bands. These are always optional.

 FAQs

  • Our classes are designed for small spaces and minimal equipment. Just grab a yoga mat (or towel), sliders (or socks), light weights (or water bottles). Grow your practice with a resistance band and a heavy weight, or modify with just body weight.

  • Yes! We have lots of no equipment workouts, including all our Foundations classes. All of our classes can also be modified with no equipment.

  • That’s ok! This workout is designed to be challenging, but we also offer variations to cater to all bodies and levels. There is no need to prep before your first class: try starting with Foundations, or just jump into a live class.

  • You can drop into any class for $10, or explore all our pricing options here.

    We never want price to stand between you and joining class. We offer Qila scholarships to whoever needs it. If that's you, just email us.

  • Yes :)

  • Live class are offered via Zoom. Feel free to keep your video on or off, either way expect some personalized shoutouts. If you'd like some extra form guidance, just let us know.

  • Yes! We do lots of bachelorettes, birthdays and wedding party classes, and also offer corporate partnerships. Email us to set up.

  • Absolutely. Click here.

  • Qila (KEE•LUH) comes from an Alaska Native (Alutiiq) word for SPIRIT of the EARTH, representing our focus on strength beyond the physical.

  • Yes! Follow us on spotify.

    All our live classes include music. Our on demand classes do not include music for copyright reasons, but we encourage you to play one of our playlists in the background!