Live Fit Pilates classes are suitable for men and women of all fitness levels and age groups.
Let’s work together to discover how Pilates can increase both your core and whole body strength & power, improve your flexibility, mobility, posture, balance & coordination, as well as enhance your mind-body connection!
Class Locations:
Live, in-person (Wednesdays at 9:30 am)
St. Giles Kingsway Church
Chapel Room
15 Lambeth Rd., Etobicoke
Live, in-person (Mondays, Friday, Saturdays)
36 Herne Hill, Etobicoke
Online (on Zoom – please register and you will receive the link by email)
*Please note: Wednesday morning classes are offered ‘live, in-person’ only at St. Giles Kingsway Presbyterian Church, 15 Lambeth Rd., Etobicoke. All other classes are offered live, in-person at 36 Herne Hill, and online (Zoom).
Scroll down for more information about Live Fit Pilates, including class descriptions and times, testimonials and more. Register for group classes/sessions at livefitpilates.as.me.
Instructor Profile: Susan Petkovsek
I am a certified Pilates Mat instructor through Balanced Body. I completed my Pilates Instructor Teacher Training in February 2020 with Retrofit Pilates in Toronto.
I am also licensed to teach the BUFF BONES® exercise system of movement for bone and joint health. This method is also suitable for people with osteoarthritis. (Visit www.buff-bones.com for more information about this method).
I’ve been practicing Pilates as well as participating in various other fitness activities and sports for many years. I love teaching Pilates because of all the amazing benefits it provides for your body and mind and the way it helps you discover healthy and functional movement practices. It’s changed both my body and my life!
~ Sue
Group Classes & Private/Semi-Private Sessions – Live or Online (Zoom)
Group Classes: 
Please contact me if you require assistance in choosing a class. For a breakdown of class prices and packages, visit livefitpilates.com/pricing.
Designed for people who are new to Pilates. Focuses on foundational Pilates exercises and key principles of effective movement to build a foundation for developing strength, mobility and function for life.
Level: Beginner 1
Duration: 45 minutes
Props: Workout mat, resistance band (or long scarf)
Focuses on gentle movement, flexibility and mobility exercises, as well as classic Pilates exercises for core strengthening.
Levels: All
Duration: 50 minutes
Props: Props: Workout mat, small pillow or yoga block, long resistance band or long scarf (optional: foam roller, mini stability ball, yoga block)
Location: St. Giles Kingsway Church,
Chapel Room, 15 Lambeth Rd., Etobicoke (Behind Humbertown Plaza)
Build core & whole body strength & power, improve mobility, flexibility, balance & posture. Includes strength training.
Levels: All levels
Duration: 50 minutes
Props: Workout mat and long resistance band (all other props provided)
Powerhouse Core with Strength Training - LIVE, in-person or Online | Thursdays or Fridays at 9:30 am
A challenging Pilates mat class focusing mainly on core and abdominal strength! Includes strength training using both dumbbells & body weight.
Level: Intermediate
Duration: 45 minutes
Props: Workout mat, small pillow or yoga block, resistance band or long scarf, 2 lb -10 lb dumbbells
Includes both advanced beginner and foundational Pilates mat exercises designed to increase your flexibility, balance, coordination, core strength, and the mind-body connection. Also includes some stretching and muscle release.
Level: Beginner 2
Duration: 45 minutes
Props: Workout mat, small pillow or yoga block, resistance band or long scarf (optional: foam roller, mini stability ball)
Please note: At this time, there are no classes of Functional Fitness for a Strong & Active Life being offered. Classes will resume in the spring. If you are interested in this class, please email sue@livefitpilates.com.
Learn the main exercises you need to stay strong, mobile, active and keep your bones healthy for life! Includes weight-bearing exercises and strength training, standing dynamic balance exercises, as well as Pilates mat work designed to increase bone and muscle strength.
Levels: All
Duration: 45 minutes
Props: Workout mat, 4-ft dowel or broomstick, a box to put weights in (milk crate, file box, etc) 12x12x12″, weights (soup cans, water bottles, 2 – 10 lb dumbbells, etc.), resistance band or long scarf, a sturdy chair, yoga block
A quick express workout. Includes a mixture of foundational and traditional Pilates mat exercises with a focus on form and precision to ensure you get the most from your Pilates training. Includes whole body strengthening and exercises to increase flexibility, improve balance, coordination, core strength and your mind-body connection.
Levels: Beginner & Intermediate
Duration: 30 minutes
Props: Workout mat, small pillow or yoga block, resistance band or long scarf (optional: foam roller, mini stability ball, yoga block)
One-on-One or Semi-Private Sessions:
- Receive personalized instruction and programming that is tailored specifically to meet your needs and fitness goals, and allows you to progress at your own rate.
Beneficial for certain conditions, such as back pain, rounded shoulders & other posture issues, neck & shoulder tension, osteoarthritis or osteoporosis.
- Ensures the correct and safe execution of the exercises with modifications to assist your progress.
- Interact directly with the instructor to work more effectively and accelerate your results!
- Prepares you to join in on group classes in the future if desired.
To schedule a live or online one-on-one or semi-private session, please contact me at sue@livefitpilates.com or send a text message to arrange a convenient time to 416-949-2551. For pricing, visit livefitpilates.com/pricing.
Testimonials
★★★★★ 5/5
I have always enjoyed your teaching methodology in that you always carefully explain and demonstrate modifications for those who may have injuries or limitations. I always feel more energetic after participating in your Pilates classes. A great start to my day. Thank you.
Martha
★★★★★ 5/5
I have really enjoyed Sue’s Pilates classes over the last year. They have helped keep me sane during COVID, improved my flexibility and muscle strength and stabilized a hip problem. I have lost weight, gained energy and generally improved my overall wellness feeling.
Barbara
★★★★★ 5/5
Pilates has improved my core strength and flexibility (as a very inflexible guy!). I enjoyed the live classes and am enjoying the virtual ones as well. I've worked out regularly at gyms for 40 years; that is gone with COVID but Pilates is now a regular part of my weekly routine.
John