Urban Body San Jose

Happy International Yoga Day! In addition to Pilates and GYROTONIC, we also offer virtual Yoga classes taught by Emily Mollica! We even offer a Yoga for Kids virtual class every Wednesday that’s free to any children or siblings of Urban Body San Jose clients. #internationalyogaday

Today we want to commemorate Juneteenth. On this day in 1865 federal orders free all previously enslaved people in Texas, 2 and half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This day is to be honored as the official end of slavery in the United States. As we honor this day, our team is continuing to listen, learn and find ways to continue supporting the Black community.#juneteenth

The fabulous Kathy Van Patten will be back at Urban Body San Jose this August to teach a GYROTONIC Foundation Level 1 course! Kathy is an Authorized Master Trainer who trained extensively with Juliu Horvath and she has trained teachers all over the world, including our founder and co-owner, Shannon Bynum Adams! GYROTONIC Foundation Level 1 provides a more in-depth teaching of GYROTONIC Level 1 curriculum and offers students the specific skills and techniques needed to teach. While this course is currently full, but please see our website for additional trainings, workshops and master classes!

What are the benefits you see from your practice? Remember, a wellness practice offers more than just physical benefits. We love hearing what Urban Body San Jose has brought to your life!

Important Studio Update! Beginning today, June 15th, if you are fully vaccinated (meaning 2 weeks after 2nd shot for Moderna or Pfizer and two weeks after J&J shot) and can provide proof of vaccination, masks are now optional! We do require proof of vaccination to practice maskless in the studio. You can email a photo of your vaccination card to [email protected] and we will notify your trainer of your vaccine status. Your vaccination card must be dated at least t...wo weeks prior to your first maskless session to be considered fully vaccinated! Since this is a continuing public health issue, we won't be using the honor system and we appreciate your understanding! Additionally, if you are fully vaccinated, you are no longer required to fill out the Wellness Form. If you are not vaccinated, please continue to fill out the Wellness Form prior to each session. Instructors who are fully vaccinated will be allowed to teach maskless once the State and Cal/ Osha come to an agreement at the end of this week (until then, our team will remain fully masked); however, if you prefer your instructor to wear a mask once restrictions have been lifted for employees, please email the studio prior to your session and we are happy to accommodate that request. Though we are thrilled to now be at this point, Covid is still present. Please continue to wash hands frequently and let your trainer know if you prefer they do not give hands-on cues. We will continue to update you if there are any changes in our policies. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work together to keep our community safe!

Feeling a little less connected than usual in social distancing land? At Urban Body San Jose, we understand the need for connection! And that’s one of the reasons we’re partnering with Pure Body Teacher Training (PBTT). Pilates education is rigorous and support should be a part of the process and building community and providing mentorship are part of our core values and mission. Even when we can’t physically be together, we have many ways to connect. PBTT is strong on co...mmunity and connection. We build each other up, celebrate, and support one another through this incredible journey. The Pilates industry has sometimes had a reputation as an exclusive, unwelcoming space. PBTT is changing that. We value inclusivity so we’re building bigger tables, because we know that inviting more people to sit down is a win-win. And when someone new gets a seat, no one else has to lose theirs in the process. Because it’s not a competition. We’re all in this together, and it’s a whole lot more fun when we’re rooting for each other. We’re hosting a PBTT course beginning April and you can still sign up now at the early bird rate. Learn more at the link in our bio. #youcansitwithus See more

Weekly class spotlight! Here are 3 picks to try out this week: - Pilates for Screen Fatigue with Nichole Edraos at 5-5:30pm on Monday - Vinyasa Flow Yoga with Emily Mollica at 9:30-10:25am on Wednesday - Happy (Half) Hour on the Mat with Maria Yu at 4-4:30pm on Friday Please be sure to sign up for classes at least 24 hours in advance. And visit our website to see our full class schedule.

DEAR URBAN BODY SAN JOSE COMMUNITY: We wanted to share an update about the reopening of our studio to clarify any confusion or questions. As you probably know, the state of California is already beginning to open up and this is a fantastic step for many businesses and industries. You may have even heard that personal training sessions may resume inside a gym facility or studio in California. It is important to recognize that no matter what is happening in the state, Santa Cl...ara County health officials have the authority to edit rules and regulations. The county can override general rules and directives around reopening. This is what has happened in our case and unfortunately, gym facilities and studios are NOT allowed to open for indoor training in Santa Clara County at this time. We know you miss in-person sessions and we miss them as well. Your health and wellness is our first and foremost commitment. Rest assured we are closely monitoring the updates from Santa Clara County and we will continue to update you on any changes. In the meantime, we encourage you to continue joining virtual classes and sign up for virtual sessions. Your health and well-being is more important than ever and virtual workouts are a powerful way to continue your training with licensed and educated instructors. Thank you so much for your continued support of our studio. We never imagined last March when we first closed our doors that they would have to remain closed for what is about to be a year. We are forever grateful to all of you who have continued to work with us virtually in both Private/Duet/Trio sessions and classes. Please stay well and know we are here to support you and when it is safe to practice Pilates and GYROTONIC indoors again, we will be here. In the meantime, we’ll see you online! In health and wellness, Shannon, Maria and the UBSJ Team

Pure Body Teacher Training is offering its first-ever hybrid course and we are one of the host studios! PBTT meets nine times and in normal times, which means nine weekends over the course of a year. But to adjust to the current environment, PBTT is offering the first three modules online! And since no movement lover wants to sit in front of their computer all weekend, they split those first three modules in two sections making this even more accessible to anyone inter...ested in becoming a Pilates teacher or deepening their practice as a student of the method. The second half of the training will be in person starting in September. Of course, if we need to pivot for everyone’s safety - we can do that! Registration is open now! There is no other teacher training course like this available right now! Early bird rates are still available so click the Pure Body Teacher Training Course link in our bio to learn more about this course and save your spot. See more

Share your love for Urban Body San Jose with your friends. We have a new client special that’s perfect for beginners or those looking for a new Pilates or GYROTONIC studio. New clients can purchase 2 private sessions in either modality for $185. Sessions can be done virtually. Sharing about our small business is also one of the best ways to support us. It’s a win-win for everyone! . . . .... . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #pilates #GYROTONIC #gyrokinesis #gyrotonicmethod #lowimpactmovement #wellnesspractice #mindbodyconnection #mindbodyworkout See more

This month’s virtual classes are here! Classes range from 30 minutes to an hour and you can find plenty of options for modalities and times in our online studio. With the cold weather and the stay-at-home order, it’s harder and harder to find time to work out for many of us. That’s why you have to make the time to work out. Signing up for classes in advance and putting them on your calendar is the best way to not miss workouts and stay healthy this month. So go check out our virtual schedule and remember to sign up at least 24 hours in advance!

THANK YOU We wanted to share our gratitude to everyone who donated to help us pay our January rent. Thank you for the donations that provided the much-needed relief. Rest assured that our studio is still here and we are not going anywhere! We are looking forward to moving into a brighter year together! JOIN OUR JANUARY ONLINE VIRTUAL CLASSES: We are continuing our schedule of virtual classes from a variety of different modalities. Our virtual classes are taught by experienced...Continue reading

Setting goals for 2021? What about enhancing your GYROTONIC practice? Shannon has openings for private GYROTONIC Pre-Training once we are able to reopen. If you take GYROTONIC Pre-Training Course, you will be able to schedule independent workouts at our studio on the equipment once we can reopen for a monthly fee. If supplementing and strengthening your practice is on your goal list, email [email protected] for more information! *Video taken on a break during a Pre-Training Course before the most recent stay-at-home order*

Show your friends and family some love for Valentine's Day with a gift card to Urban Body San Jose! We have virtual gift cards available for any amount. They can be used for private sessions or virtual classes so your loved one can pick the modality or class that they love. It's a gift that everyone can enjoy! Order yours by emailing [email protected]. We can arrange for contactless delivery!

INTRODUCING THE UBSJ BOOK CLUB!!! Please join the Urban Body San Jose Community for a health book club in January! Our book will be the Caged Lion, a biography of Joseph Pilates that reads like a thriller, but is a quick non-fiction-read that you won’t be able to put down. This health book club will meet on two Saturdays in January: ... the 16th 9:30-9:55a for a Q&A about the book. And January the 30th 10:30a-12:00p for a 30-minute workout led by Maria Yu, followed by a guided discussion led by Nichole Edraos. Joe Pilates’ invention, which he called Contrology, is known by tens of millions of people around the world. But it was not always that way. Its invention survived two world wars and two pandemics. It faced the hurdles of any struggling husband-and-wife startup. Written from the perspective of one of his students, this quick-read succinctly speaks to and answers two basic questions with fresh insight: What is Pilates? and What makes Pilates different? You can purchase the book from Amazon or from local Books Inc. we enjoyed this book in old fashioned physical form. If you have questions, please reach out to studio@urbanbodysanjose, or ask your instructor. The January 16th Q&A is free for all those signed up for the January 30th Workout & Discussion, which is $45. Sign up directly from our website under the Online Studio tab and find the dates for the events for the January 16th and 30th Workout & Discussion. We hope you’ll join us to connect with our community and to learn more about Joseph Pilates and the history of Pilates. In health and wellness, The UBSJ Team

*NEW CLASS ALERT* Flow with Shannon every Wednesday from 5:30-6pm at our GYROTONIC/GYROKINESIS Mid-Week Breath and Flow Class! By the end of this class, you’ll feel balanced and calm. It is the perfect class to get you through the mid-week hump and help you finish out the week strong and focused. Sign-up at the link in our bio! . . .... . . . . . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #gyrotonic #gyrokinesis #gyrotonicexpansionsystem #gyrotonicmethod #gyro #breathwork #virtualworkout #zoomfitness See more

*NEW CLASS ALERT* We are so excited to offer a brand new class this month: GYROTONIC Flexibility for Dancers! Taught by Naomi Sailors, who is a current professional dancer, dance teacher and choreographer. This class focuses on safely increasing your range of motion by combining the GYROTONIC Method with rolling, stretching, and massage. This class is perfect for dancers and non-dancers are invited to join as well! Join us every Tuesday from 3pm-3:40pm and invite a friend t...o join you. credit: Michelle Alena Magnoli . . . . . . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #gyrotonic #gyrotonicexpansionsystem #gyrotonicfordancers #dancerstrong #dancerlife #crosstrainingfordancers #dancersofig #dancersofinstagram See more

Zumba with us to support our studio! The fabulous Jennifer Wada is generous enough to offer her Zumba class as a Pay-What-You-Can Class and all donations will go to supporting our studio. This class is for all levels and is a fun, high energy class that will have you sweating and smiling. Invite your friends and pay what you can to help our studio and enjoy a fantastic workout! Zumba is every Monday at 5:30pm! Invite your friends to join you at the next class! . . . .... . . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #zumba #zumbaclass #supportlocalbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #zumbacommunity #zumbalove #zumbainstructor See more

Here at Urban Body San Jose, we believe in wellness of the mind, body and soul. We know this work of Pilates and GYROTONIC is much more than any other workout. They are mind-body modalities that give both mental and physical benefits. Your physical and mental health go hand in hand. You can’t have one without the other so you should choose a practice that takes care of both especially in 2020! Email us today to book a virtual or in-person session. . . . .... . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubwell #ubfit #wellness #mindbodyhealth #mindbodyconnection #mentalhealth #selfcareisnotselfish #selfcare See more

A virtual GYROTONIC/GYROKINESIS session in fast-forward. Virtual classes and sessions still offer a wonderful experience. Our instructors are experts in the modalities they teach and their virtual instruction will leave you just as re-energized and refreshed as an in-studio session or class. You can sign up for a group class on our website. Drop-in classes are $20 or you can purchase a class pack. . . . .... . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #GYROKINESIS #gyro #gyrotonicexpansionsystem #gyrotonicmethod #GYROTONIC See more

We recently were named one of the top Pilates studios in Silicon Valley by Metro Silicon Valley's Best of 2020 and to celebrate this achievement, we asked our clients a few questions about their practice at Urban Body San Jose, including why they started training with us. From pain relief to cross-training to fitness goals, their answers show one reason that GYROTONICand Pilates are so special: there are many different benefits and there's something for everyone! Swipe through to see some of the reasons our clients began practicing at our studio.

2020 has caused us to pivot so many times but nothing has distracted us from our mission to provide you with the highest caliber of Pilates and GYROTONICinstruction so whether you take virtual private sessions, join a virtual class, or practice at our outdoor or indoor studio, you are still getting the same high level of instruction from an experienced and licensed trainer! How are YOU working out with Urban Body San Jose: virtually or at our outdoor or indoor studio? . .... . . . . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #pilates #GYROTONIC #gyrotonicexpansionsystem #gyrotonicmethod #pilatesstudio #wellness See more

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Earlier this year a study showed that 1/3rd of Americans reported showing signs of anxiety or depression. Even if you never struggled with mental health, the impact of COVID-19, working from home, homeschooling, and the shelter-in-place orders can cause anxiety, depression, and stress. If you’re feeling any of these things, please book a Pilates or GYROTONIC session! Not only is physical exercise good for m...ental health but these modalities are mind-body practices that provide just as many benefits to your mental health as they do your physical. SOURCE: National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS)& Census Bureau https://buff.ly/3etEXkA . . . . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #mentalhealthawareness #mindbody #selfcare #selfcareisnotselfish #healthylifestyle #wellness See more

#TBT our beautiful founder and co-owner Shannon Bynum Adams during her days as a professional dancer. . . . .... . . . . . . #urbanbodysanjose #ubfit #ubwell #dancersofinstagram #dancersofig #dancerlife #dancephotography #dancelife #crosstrainignfordancers #balletdancer #balletphotography #balletworld See more

Excited to share the news of our reopening and amazing safety policies and procedures. Thanks to KTVU Fox 2 for recognizing our hard work: https://www.ktvu.com//businesses-hopeful-as-santa-clara-co #UBwell #UBfit

Today we want to give a special spotlight to our client, Todd. Todd trains with us 4-5x a week in both Pilates and GYROTONIC, and we want to honor his commitment to his practice. We asked him why it’s important to keep up your wellness and fitness practice during the pandemic and here’s what he had to say: My practice has been a lifeline during this time. It’s a chance to focus 100% on my physical and mental health in each 55 min session. Todd, thank you for inspiring us to stay committed to mental and physical health! if you need to focus on your health, email [email protected] to book a session.

Look for our founder and co-owner, Shannon Adams, NCPT, on this evening's KTVU Fox 2 news broadcast. She'll be talking about Santa Clara County's decision to move into the next COVID tier, what it means for the wellness/fitness industry, and how UBSJ is the safest venue in San Jose for your movement practice. Thanks to reporter Jesse Gary for featuring our locally owned business. #UBwell #UBfit

Welcome Back, we’re open!! We can now welcome more people back into our gorgeous studio! Santa Clara County is now in the Orange Tier, which means we can operate at 25% capacity! As we move into this new stage, we are continuing to go above and beyond to keep our clients, instructors and studio safe by following all social distancing and cleaning guidelines. We’re accepting new clients too! So whether you’re returning to the studio or looking for a new mind-body practice, email [email protected] to book a session at Urban Body San Jose.

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Our mission is to provide the highest caliber of Pilates and GYROTONIC instruction and that means creating a safe space to practice. When we reopened our indoor studio last month, we created guidelines and protocols to keep you safe while you practice including: - Requiring masks for clients and our instructors - Cleaning and sanitizing all equipment before and after sessions - Providing hand sanitizer before you enter the studio - Filling the studio with HEPA air purif...iers and plants - Hiring a professional towel service to professionally clean towels every week - Enforcing social distancing by using voice cues and only allowing private and duets for clients from the same household Rest assured that you are safe while practicing at Urban Body San Jose! Email [email protected] to book a session. See more