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qp - qigong + pilates
qp - qigong + pilates is a studio in Lokstedt with classes in Pilates and reformer Pilates. About 9 classes a week, busiest on Thursdays and Fridays. Classes run from morning to evening.
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Monday 2 November
Tuesday 3 November
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The feel
Compared with the rest of Hamburg, qp - qigong + pilates leans toward Gentle 8.9×, Reformer 5.6× and Pilates 4.5×.
How qp - qigong + pilates feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of HamburgWho leads here
Ulrike18 classes in two weeks
Who leads what, and whenPrices and booking
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Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout qp - qigong + pilates
qp is a Pilates studio in Lokstedt, in the north of Hamburg, built around the reformer. Most of its classes are Pilates on the reformer, with core and pelvic floor work at the center, and many are designed for people who have never used the equipment. Its schedule leans toward mornings and early evenings, which suits a practice that fits around a working day.
It suits you if
- you are new to reformer Pilates
- you prefer a gentle pace and clear guidance
- you practice before or after work
At a glance
9classes this week
1facilitators
Read more about qp - qigong + pilatesReformer Pilates in Lokstedt, How the week runs
Reformer Pilates in Lokstedt
qp is a Pilates studio that teaches on the reformer, a piece of equipment built around springs, a sliding carriage and straps. Most of the classes follow the Pilates method, with a focus on the core and pelvic floor, and the work is gentle on the joints. Many lessons begin lying on the back, warming the muscles and building awareness of the body's center and steady breathing before moving onto the machine.
The studio's classes come in several forms. There are regular Pilates Reformertraining sessions, a beginner-specific version, and a second-level class for people who already know the basics. A few classes are open and drop-in in format, and a small share focus on mobility and stretch or carry a stronger energy. A short introductory workshop walks through the machine's possibilities for posture, strength and control.
How the week runs
Classes at qp run through the morning and evening, with a noticeable share starting before 9am. The busiest start times fall around 9am, 4:15pm, 5:45pm and 7pm, and Tuesday, Thursday and Friday are the days when the most sessions take place. Weekend classes are fewer. Most sessions last 60 minutes, which leaves time to settle onto the reformer before the work begins.
The studio is run by a small team of facilitators, and one of them, Ulrike, leads more of the classes than the others. Booking is done directly through the studio, which is a short walk from the Lokstedt station area of Hamburg.
qp - qigong + pilates: questions and answers
Is qp good for complete beginners?
Yes. Most classes at qp are Pilates on the reformer, and many of them are built for people who have never tried the equipment. The first classes introduce the machine and the six basic movement principles of the Pilates method at a gentle pace, with a focus on the core and pelvic floor.
What kind of classes does qp offer?
Most classes at qp are Pilates on the reformer, with a clear focus on the core and pelvic floor. A smaller share of the timetable includes mobility and stretch work, and a few classes are stronger in pace. The reformer is at the center of the studio's offer.
When do most classes at qp take place?
The classes at qp run most often in the morning and evening. Many start at 9am, and the busiest start times fall around 4:15pm, 5:45pm and 7pm. Thursday, Friday and Tuesday are the days when the most classes run, and the earliest start is 8am and the latest 7:15pm.
Where should a newcomer start?
If you are new to reformer Pilates, a first class such as Pilates Reformertraining or the beginner workshop is a good place to begin, since these are built for people who have not used the machine before. There is also an introductory option that combines an orientation to the equipment with a 60-minute trial class, which runs 90 minutes in total.
How long are the classes?
Most classes are 60 minutes long. The introductory option with equipment orientation and a trial class runs 90 minutes.
Where is qp in Hamburg?
qp is in Lokstedt, in the north of Hamburg, at Rütersbarg 46. The studio's own website is qp-hamburg.de, where you can find more about the space and the people who lead the classes.