Mat & Ball class
Wed & Fri 10-11am
Blends physical therapy, functional fitness and Pilates utilizing a mat and physioball.
Beginner - Intermediate level.
Recommended props for class:
Beginner - Intermediate level.
Recommended props for class:
- One 65cm Physioball
- One 1lb or 2lb hand weight
- Two 4lb or 5lb hand weights
- Pilates or yoga mat
West Coast Swing Dance
First Saturdays of the month 5-9pm, starts October 3!
Fun, creative, low impact, partner dance that can be done to almost any kind of music. This is the dance you’re looking for! No partner or experience necessary. Questions? 413-348-4765
Lessons:
Basics 5-5:45pm
Int/Advanced 5:45-6:30pm
OPEN DANCE 6:30-9pm
Lessons:
Basics 5-5:45pm
Int/Advanced 5:45-6:30pm
OPEN DANCE 6:30-9pm
Mindful Mat
Tuesdays 10-11am
Tuesdays 10-11am
Mindful Mat is an hour-long workout that blends dynamic alignment-focused movement, intelligent strengthening, and nourishing stretch—all while giving you time to drop inward. Drawing from somatic practices and the mindful intelligence of Pilates, this class is guided with Jen’s playful approach and supportive cueing. Open to all levels—come as you are.
Capoeira Classes
In all classes
Adults, Instructor Bicicleta
Monday and Wednesday 5:30pm-7:00pm
All ages and abilities
These dynamic classes are the rice and beans of our practice. Each class incorporates a balance of mindfulness, cardio, coordination and flexibility, creativity and connection, and always ends with a roda to raise the energy and apply what we’re practicing. Instructor Bicicleta’s passion for music, playful expression, and complex sequencing of movements engages students through their body and soul. Training often with other capoeira instructors, Bicicleta brings new material, songs, and methods of instruction to weave into our practice. He gives individualized attention and directions for growth to each student, whether in their first class or a fellow instructor of many years. Any questions email [email protected]
Kids Ages 6 to 12, Instructor Trança
on hold until 2027
This energetic and playful class encourages kids to train hard and make friends while learning to regulate their nervous systems and follow directions. Every class we practice listening not only to each other’s words but to rhythm, song, and body language. Instructor Trança teaches music, kicks, escapes, acrobatics, Portuguese vocabulary, and games to each kid at their level, incorporating peer mentorship and kindness as foundational practices in capoeira. Those with more experience can expect to be engaged with new material as well as continually practice the basics and assist newer students and the instructor. Any questions email Trança at [email protected]
Young Kids Ages 3 to 5, Instructor Trança
on hold until 2027
This class is all about creating positive experiences with the foundational elements of capoeira: complex and inverted movements and balance, making music and following rhythm, and being part of the group. With music and games, we practice following directions, trying hard things, taking turns, and celebrating our amazing abilities. Above all, we focus on PLAY! Acrobatics with mats and balls, kicks, escapes, and so many games are all part of this class. Adults may join in class, or drop off and come back depending on their child’s needs. Any questions email Trança at [email protected]
Capoeira Conditioning, Instructor Ligeirinho
Thursdays 5:00pm-6:30pm
All ages and abilities
The Capoeira conditioning class is to help gain the strength and stamina you want and need for capoeira. The class incorporates what was taught throughout the week to help further train the techniques and sequences. The class usually consists of core exercises and calisthenic exercises. The strength training is based on capoeira movements, therefore we use body weight to build the muscles for specific capoeira moves or positions. The class uses some of the philosophies of High Intensity Interval Training and support for our cardiovascular exercises to keep our heart rates up and build our strength. We always have a roda at the end of class to fill the space with energy, or as we say, Axé!
Roda Class, Instructor Bicicleta
Sundays 10:00-12pm
All ages and abilities
Capoeira’s fullest expression is in the roda– playing capoeira in a circle of people singing and making music. This class devotes most of its time to the roda so everybody can have a chance to play with multiple people and apply their learning from the week. This class also offers the opportunity to ask questions and the space for student-led workshopping. Like all our classes, this class welcomes absolute beginners enthusiastically and is crucial to every student's training. In the warmer months we often meet outside at Pulaski Park. Any questions email [email protected]
Organic Flow, Instructor Trança
Sundays 9-10am and Wednesdays 8:30-9:30am. 3 month series September 16 - December 13 2026
This playful yet disciplined program offers a supportive and fun container for regular movement practice. Organic Flow increases strength and mobility in bodies of all ages and stages of healing and growth.
This methodology incorporates elements of Chi Gong, Pilates, Capoeira, Bioginástica, and dance.
Through progressive strength training exercises, interactive movement games set to music, and gentle stretching, you will come away stronger, with a deep sense of wellbeing, nervous system regulation, and connection with yourself and others.
Organic Flow is for all. Come play with us!
Tara has been practicing this methodology for 3 years and last year she studied with its creator, Itapuã Beiramar, to become a certified teacher in Organic Flow.
Each week covers the same material. You won't miss anything if you only come to one class a week, however it's strongly encouraged coming to both classes if possible to receive the greatest benefit from the practice.
Cost $350 to $450 sliding scale for the whole program (24 classes).
Contact Tara Borgilt to sign up: (541) 601-8630
- Through our capoeira classes, individuals develop awareness and control of their body and emotions, deepen their musicality, and develop their capacity for play. This is embodied in the capoeira roda, where each person contributes positive energy to the group through song, music, movement, and presence.
- Music energizes and directs the movement in capoeira. We teach music in an accessible way that encourages beginners to jump right in with simple instruments and still challenges more advanced students with complex rhythms, leading songs (in Portuguese!), and making their own instruments.
- Each class may include: group warm-up, fundamental movement practice, partnered sequences, exercises in strategy, training self-expression and creativity, dynamic games, strength training, and roda.
- All classes are appropriate for absolute beginners.
- Through translation of songs and explorations of the many styles and traditions, we offer perspective on the rich Afro-Brazilian history of capoeira as an art of the oppressed within the frame of our present society.
- We combine all of these elements in the spirit of growth and respect, and cultivate a community that loves to play together.
Adults, Instructor Bicicleta
Monday and Wednesday 5:30pm-7:00pm
All ages and abilities
These dynamic classes are the rice and beans of our practice. Each class incorporates a balance of mindfulness, cardio, coordination and flexibility, creativity and connection, and always ends with a roda to raise the energy and apply what we’re practicing. Instructor Bicicleta’s passion for music, playful expression, and complex sequencing of movements engages students through their body and soul. Training often with other capoeira instructors, Bicicleta brings new material, songs, and methods of instruction to weave into our practice. He gives individualized attention and directions for growth to each student, whether in their first class or a fellow instructor of many years. Any questions email [email protected]
Kids Ages 6 to 12, Instructor Trança
on hold until 2027
This energetic and playful class encourages kids to train hard and make friends while learning to regulate their nervous systems and follow directions. Every class we practice listening not only to each other’s words but to rhythm, song, and body language. Instructor Trança teaches music, kicks, escapes, acrobatics, Portuguese vocabulary, and games to each kid at their level, incorporating peer mentorship and kindness as foundational practices in capoeira. Those with more experience can expect to be engaged with new material as well as continually practice the basics and assist newer students and the instructor. Any questions email Trança at [email protected]
Young Kids Ages 3 to 5, Instructor Trança
on hold until 2027
This class is all about creating positive experiences with the foundational elements of capoeira: complex and inverted movements and balance, making music and following rhythm, and being part of the group. With music and games, we practice following directions, trying hard things, taking turns, and celebrating our amazing abilities. Above all, we focus on PLAY! Acrobatics with mats and balls, kicks, escapes, and so many games are all part of this class. Adults may join in class, or drop off and come back depending on their child’s needs. Any questions email Trança at [email protected]
Capoeira Conditioning, Instructor Ligeirinho
Thursdays 5:00pm-6:30pm
All ages and abilities
The Capoeira conditioning class is to help gain the strength and stamina you want and need for capoeira. The class incorporates what was taught throughout the week to help further train the techniques and sequences. The class usually consists of core exercises and calisthenic exercises. The strength training is based on capoeira movements, therefore we use body weight to build the muscles for specific capoeira moves or positions. The class uses some of the philosophies of High Intensity Interval Training and support for our cardiovascular exercises to keep our heart rates up and build our strength. We always have a roda at the end of class to fill the space with energy, or as we say, Axé!
Roda Class, Instructor Bicicleta
Sundays 10:00-12pm
All ages and abilities
Capoeira’s fullest expression is in the roda– playing capoeira in a circle of people singing and making music. This class devotes most of its time to the roda so everybody can have a chance to play with multiple people and apply their learning from the week. This class also offers the opportunity to ask questions and the space for student-led workshopping. Like all our classes, this class welcomes absolute beginners enthusiastically and is crucial to every student's training. In the warmer months we often meet outside at Pulaski Park. Any questions email [email protected]
Organic Flow, Instructor Trança
Sundays 9-10am and Wednesdays 8:30-9:30am. 3 month series September 16 - December 13 2026
This playful yet disciplined program offers a supportive and fun container for regular movement practice. Organic Flow increases strength and mobility in bodies of all ages and stages of healing and growth.
This methodology incorporates elements of Chi Gong, Pilates, Capoeira, Bioginástica, and dance.
Through progressive strength training exercises, interactive movement games set to music, and gentle stretching, you will come away stronger, with a deep sense of wellbeing, nervous system regulation, and connection with yourself and others.
Organic Flow is for all. Come play with us!
Tara has been practicing this methodology for 3 years and last year she studied with its creator, Itapuã Beiramar, to become a certified teacher in Organic Flow.
Each week covers the same material. You won't miss anything if you only come to one class a week, however it's strongly encouraged coming to both classes if possible to receive the greatest benefit from the practice.
Cost $350 to $450 sliding scale for the whole program (24 classes).
Contact Tara Borgilt to sign up: (541) 601-8630
Thornes Marketplace 150 Main Street Northampton MA 01060 I [email protected] I phone: 413-584-9942