Portland, OR (April 30, 2025) — Pacific NW Pilates (PNWP), Portland’s premier Pilates studio and international certification center, is proud to celebrate its 24th anniversary this May with a week of complimentary studio and online classes, exclusive giveaways, and expert-led events from May 12–18, 2025.
This five-day celebration invites newcomers and longtime clients alike to experience PNWP’s signature lifestyle approach to Pilates. Highlights include:
- Free in-studio and online classes, including special themed sessions to support lifelong health and well-being
- Free 30-minute introductory sessions for new clients
- Free 30-minute studio tours and certification Q&As for those curious about teaching Pilates
- A raffle of prizes for every class attended during the week, plus additional entries for submitting a testimonial or referring a friend
- Grand prize raffle includes account credits:
- 1st prize: $350
- 2nd prize: $250
- 3rd prize: $150
Free Classes, Themes and Schedule: Pilates for Life
Classes throughout the week will focus on Pilates for real life—with a mix of select regularly scheduled classes offered for free and special themed sessions designed to support functional movement and overall well-being.
In-Studio (Limit 6 per class):
- Intermediate Reformer: Challenge strength, stability, endurance, and mobility
Monday, May 12 at 11:15am with Inga Tyrrell - Smart Strength (All Levels Reformer): Combat desk job fatigue and poor posture
Tuesday, May 13 at 8:15–9:15am with Leslie Braverman - Advanced Reformer: Strength, endurance, and mobility in a creative, challenging workout
Wednesday, May 14 at 5:15–6:15pm - Stronger Smarter (All Levels Reformer): Focus on balance and stability for long-term independence
Thursday, May 15 at 8:15–9:15am with Leslie Braverman - Therapeutic Pilates Level 1 (Reformer): Ideal for clients managing injuries
Thursday, May 15 at 5:00–6:00pm with Alix Sklarew
Online (Limit 12 per class):
- Beginner/Intermediate Matwork Pilates with Foam Roller, Hand Weights and Flexband Class: Build core strength, stability, and balance to support everything from daily tasks to outdoor adventures with Meg Goldberg
- Beginner/Intermediate Reformer: Special focus on balance and stability for independence (Home reformer required)
Thursday, May 15 at 9:00–10:00am with Melanie Byford-Young - Glorious Glutes –Matwork for Mobility & Strength for Gardeners and Golfers: Focus on back, hip, and knee mechanics
Friday, May 16 at 10:00–11:00am with Melanie Byford-Young
Get a ticket entered in the raffle every time you:
- refer a friend for a free intro or Q&A
- share a testimonial through our online form.
- attend a class – free or regularly scheduled – May 12–18
About Pacific Northwest Pilates
Pacific Northwest Pilates (PNWP) is a premier Pilates studio, education center, and movement community based in Portland, Oregon. Founded in 2001 by Melanie Byford-Young, a former physical therapist, and Leslie Braverman, a former ballet dancer, PNWP blends evidence-based movement principles with a client-centered approach. The studio specializes in STOTT PILATES® training, offering personalized instruction that supports strength, flexibility, posture, and overall well-being.
Led by a team of internationally recognized educators and over 20 certified instructors, PNWP is known for its high teaching standards and inclusive learning environment. Whether working with clients recovering from injury or training the next generation of instructors, PNWP is dedicated to helping people use Pilates as a lifelong tool for health, vitality, and functional movement.