Velvet House
Velvet House is a studio in Obergiesing with classes in Pilates and vinyasa. About 52 classes a week with 51 facilitators, busiest on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Classes run from morning to evening.
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The feel
Compared with the rest of Munich, Velvet House leans toward Third eye 8.4×, Focus 7.4× and Back 4.6×.
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Prices and booking
Each class links straight to Velvet House’s own booking page, so the full price goes to the studio and its facilitators.
Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout Velvet House
velvet house sits in Obergiesing, a quiet part of Munich's south-east. The studio is built around pilates and yoga, with a steady timetable of core work, flow and restorative sessions. Most classes are open to all levels, and the faces at the front are a mix of familiar names, so you can settle in quickly.
It suits you if
- you want core-focused Pilates with a steady rhythm
- you prefer slow, restorative practice after a long day
- you are looking for classes that fit a midday break
At a glance
Read more about Velvet HousePilates, yoga and strength, When classes run
Pilates, yoga and strength
Pilates is the backbone of the timetable at velvet house. Core and pelvic floor work runs through many of the classes, from the foundation course to power pilates and the spicier, faster session. Yoga follows closely, with vinyasa and flow classes that link movement to breath.
The studio also offers strength with kettlebells and resistance bands, and barre sessions for arms, legs and seat.
When classes run
Morning pilates and stretch starts the day early, and the earliest classes begin at 7:15am. Evenings are busy too, with many sessions between 5:30pm and 8pm, and 8pm is one of the most popular start times. Lunch pilates 45 gives a shorter option in the middle of the day. Tuesday, Friday and Monday see the most classes across the week.
Velvet House: questions and answers
Is velvet house good for beginners?
Yes. Most of the classes at velvet house are open to all levels, so you can join without prior experience. Pilates foundation and the back yoga class are good starting points if you want to build up slowly.
When do most people practice at velvet house?
Classes run across the whole day, from 7:15am to 8:15pm. Mornings and evenings hold the most classes, and there are also midday sessions like lunch pilates 45 for people with a short break.
Are there classes in English?
Yes. Pilates foundation and restorative and deep rest are taught in English, and the rest of the timetable is mostly in German, so check the class name before you book.
What kinds of classes does velvet house offer?
Pilates is the most common practice here, followed by yoga, with strength and barre also on the timetable. Classes like flow, breath and meditation and rücken yoga show the studio's range from movement to stillness.