CLASSES
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TAOU Studio is located in Cary Court right above PaperSource & UPS. Click Here to practice with Andre at TAOU.
Code “ANDRE” can be used for a free visit :-)
PILATES — Tuesdays 12 - 1 PM
Beginner/Intermediate Level Mat Pilates. Lightweight dumbbells, rings, and pilates balls incorporated in most classes.
PILATES +YANG — Wednesdays 6 - 7PM
50/50 blend of intermediate level pilates & vinyasa yoga styles to build flexibility and strength in the body. Fluid transitions. Awesome playlist. Early registration suggested ;-)
YIN + YANG — Thursdays 7:15 - 8:30PM
Blended practice of vinyasa & yin styles for a balanced end of day wind-down. Fast then Slow. Strong then soft. Jams then lullabies.
PILATES — Fridays 9:15 - 10AM
Beginner/Intermediate Level STOTT Mat Pilates. Lightweight dumbbells, rings, and pilates balls incorporated in most classes.
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TAOU Forest Hill is located in The Evelyn right across from Little Nickel. Click Here to practice with Andre at TAOU.
Code “ANDRE” can be used for a free first visit :-)
PILATES + YANG — Sundays 10 - 11 AM
50/50 blend of pilates & vinyasa yoga styles to build flexibility and strength in the body. Fluid transitions. Beginner/Intermediate level. Awesome playlist. Early registration suggested ;-)
MAT PILATES — Tuesdays 4:30 - 5:15 PM
Beginner/Intermediate Level STOTT Mat Pilates. Lightweight dumbbells and pilates stability balls incorporated in most classes.
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Join me on Monday evenings for GATHER—a seasonal wellness event hosted at Celeste Farms in Varina, VA!
6p Slow Flow with Andre, Field Spa, 7:30p Sound Bath, optional farm-to-table plates, and more!
MONDAY MAY 18th — MONDAY OCT 12th
$18 DROP-IN
PADDLEBOARD YOGA
SUP Yoga with Andre & Waterfront RVA!
Join us for a floating yoga experience during this Stand Up Paddle board class in partnership with Waterfront RVA! All equipment provided and no experience necessary.
You will learn all the paddle board basics before we paddle out on the river together and anchor our boards. Class will be a flow of breath work, yoga and meditation with the James River as our studio!
We will be meeting at 415 Tredegar Street near Brown's Island. In case of inclement weather, we will reach out to anyone signed up to reschedule or issue refunds by 2pm the day of the scheduled class.
Whether you are a beginner paddler or float regularly, join us for this incredible way to enjoy our beautiful city! This is a “do you” experience: you are free to do as little or try out as much as you'd like on the board.
We provide all equipment - including paddeboard, paddle, PFD and anchoring system. Our guides with Waterfront RVA are available as extra sets of eyes and hands, ensuring the safest floating experience possible.
COST: $60
*TAOU membership discounts apply!
**If you have your own SUP board and all equipment, reach out via email hello@taoustudio.com to sign up for a discounted $30 rate
Please do your best to be on time. Because parking can be tricky, please arrive at least 10-15 min early to ensure you don’t miss us as we paddle out!
*Because boards and spaces are limited, reschedules must be done at least 24 hrs in advance. Any cancellations within the 24 hr period will lose their class pass, no refunds will be issued. Thank you for understanding!
Available parking: Belle Isle parking lot, Civil War Museum lot (small fee), or street parking on 5th street or surrounding area. There is also free parking on Oregon Hill Pkwy.
Clothing: Wear anything you're comfortable potentially getting wet. :) swimsuits, athletic wear, etc are all totally fine!
PADDLEBOARD YOGA
SUP Yoga with Andre & Waterfront RVA!
Join us for a floating yoga experience during this Stand Up Paddle board class in partnership with Waterfront RVA! All equipment provided and no experience necessary.
You will learn all the paddle board basics before we paddle out on the river together and anchor our boards. Class will be a flow of breath work, yoga and meditation with the James River as our studio!
We will be meeting at 415 Tredegar Street near Brown's Island. In case of inclement weather, we will reach out to anyone signed up to reschedule or issue refunds by 2pm the day of the scheduled class.
Whether you are a beginner paddler or float regularly, join us for this incredible way to enjoy our beautiful city! This is a “do you” experience: you are free to do as little or try out as much as you'd like on the board.
We provide all equipment - including paddeboard, paddle, PFD and anchoring system. Our guides with Waterfront RVA are available as extra sets of eyes and hands, ensuring the safest floating experience possible.
COST: $60
*TAOU membership discounts apply!
**If you have your own SUP board and all equipment, reach out via email hello@taoustudio.com to sign up for a discounted $30 rate
Please do your best to be on time. Because parking can be tricky, please arrive at least 10-15 min early to ensure you don’t miss us as we paddle out!
*Because boards and spaces are limited, reschedules must be done at least 24 hrs in advance. Any cancellations within the 24 hr period will lose their class pass, no refunds will be issued. Thank you for understanding!
Available parking: Belle Isle parking lot, Civil War Museum lot (small fee), or street parking on 5th street or surrounding area. There is also free parking on Oregon Hill Pkwy.
Clothing: Wear anything you're comfortable potentially getting wet. :) swimsuits, athletic wear, etc are all totally fine!
PADDLEBOARD YOGA
SUP Yoga with Andre & Waterfront RVA!
Join us for a floating yoga experience during this Stand Up Paddle board class in partnership with Waterfront RVA! All equipment provided and no experience necessary.
You will learn all the paddle board basics before we paddle out on the river together and anchor our boards. Class will be a flow of breath work, yoga and meditation with the James River as our studio!
We will be meeting at 415 Tredegar Street near Brown's Island. In case of inclement weather, we will reach out to anyone signed up to reschedule or issue refunds by 2pm the day of the scheduled class.
Whether you are a beginner paddler or float regularly, join us for this incredible way to enjoy our beautiful city! This is a “do you” experience: you are free to do as little or try out as much as you'd like on the board.
We provide all equipment - including paddeboard, paddle, PFD and anchoring system. Our guides with Waterfront RVA are available as extra sets of eyes and hands, ensuring the safest floating experience possible.
COST: $60
*TAOU membership discounts apply!
**If you have your own SUP board and all equipment, reach out via email hello@taoustudio.com to sign up for a discounted $30 rate
Please do your best to be on time. Because parking can be tricky, please arrive at least 10-15 min early to ensure you don’t miss us as we paddle out!
*Because boards and spaces are limited, reschedules must be done at least 24 hrs in advance. Any cancellations within the 24 hr period will lose their class pass, no refunds will be issued. Thank you for understanding!
Available parking: Belle Isle parking lot, Civil War Museum lot (small fee), or street parking on 5th street or surrounding area. There is also free parking on Oregon Hill Pkwy.
Clothing: Wear anything you're comfortable potentially getting wet. :) swimsuits, athletic wear, etc are all totally fine!
CATCH + RELEASE
Join Andre & Jordan for a 75 minute combined mobility & restorative yoga practice.
Light mat pilates preparatory movements invite integration and subtle engagement into the body—a moment to catch, realign, and move with intention.
Balance out your movement with 45 minutes of restore after—a moment to soften, release, and be supported.
Stick around for a tinned fish happy hour afterwards :)
Location: TAOU Carytown
Cost: $35
TAOU Membership discounts apply
NA NIN PLIATES VINYASA Fusion
Discover an invigorating hour of pilates vinyasa fusion on Saturday, July 18th at 8:45AM at NA NIN in Bon Air. Move mindfully, breathe deeply, and connect with our community. All levels welcome. Bring your own mat and water bottle.
After class, unwind at an exclusive pop-up with N and N Collective from 10am to 1pm — nitro cold brew and matcha await.
NIDRA & SOUND
YOGA NIDRA + SOUND
Join Andre & Matt Dowdy (@dj____candle) for a 60 minute Yoga Nidra and sound bath experience. This class will offer an opportunity for an immersion in a deeply nourishing and restful Yoga Nidra practice.
Yoga Nidra, or "Yogic Sleep," is a guided meditation practice that induces complete relaxation by bringing the body into a state of deep rest while keeping the mind awake and aware. This practice is powerful tool to soothe the nervous system, reduce tension, and combat anxiety while promoting better sleep quality.
This gentle reclined practice is suitable for all levels and abilities. Eye masks, comfy clothes, and blankets are encouraged!
PRICE: Sliding Scale $15-30
GROUP PRIVATE
Looking for more personalized instruction and movement attention? Andre is available for private instruction! One-on-one classes can be completely tailored to your needs and goals for movement. Privates can encompass Yoga and/or Pilates (and occasionally swim) either in-studio, in-home, virtually, or an offsite location.
A group private is a fun way to connect with friends or work teams, and can be a fantastic way to condition/cross-train for youth sports teams or adult athletic clubs.
BACK 2 BACK: PILATES & YANG
Join Us at Forest Hill with your favourite pilates + yoga pairing with Kat & Andre. Back-to-back teachers with back-to-back movement styles.
Paired like a good wine and chocolate, each bringing out the depth, texture, and flavor of the other.
Join Kat + Andre for their signature Back 2 Back class at forest hill : 40 minutes of Pilates to build heat, strength, and precision, followed by 35 minutes of Katonah Yoga to re organize, open, and integrate.
Expect to move, refine, and reset. All levels welcome. Just come as you are and taste what happens when these two modalities collide and complement each other.
GROUP PRIVATE
Looking for more personalized instruction and movement attention? Andre is available for private instruction! One-on-one classes can be completely tailored to your needs and goals for movement. Privates can encompass Yoga and/or Pilates (and occasionally swim) either in-studio, in-home, virtually, or an offsite location.
A group private is a fun way to connect with friends or work teams, and can be a fantastic way to condition/cross-train for youth sports teams or adult athletic clubs.
PILATES & YANG II: hip stability
PILATES & YANG II: hip Stability!!
This extended format class will blend STOTT Mat Pilates exercises with both active and passive yoga postures. Pelvic stability, strength, and release will be the primary focus of both practices.
Think of this offering as part class / part workshop with lots of hands-on assists, adjustments, and corrections. Ninety minutes will give us plenty of time to play and ask questions!
Students can expect a wide variety of modifications and amplifications to ensure everyone feels supported and challenged during their movement practice. This is a full-body, low impact workout. As a Level II class, prior experience with Yoga & Pilates is encouraged!
Props: Pilates Stability Ball, Dowel, Bala Ring, Sliders, Blocks, & more
MOVE & RESTORE
A slow-paced blend of STOTT Mat Pilates and juicy stretches in Yin Yoga postures
PILATES & YANG
STOTT Mat Pilates blended with Vinyasa & Hatha yoga styles to build heat and muscle tone
NIDRA + SOUND
Join Andre & Matt Dowdy (@dj___candle) for a 60 minute Yoga Nidra and sound bath experience.
MOVE & RESTORE
A slow-paced blend of STOTT Mat Pilates and juicy stretches in Yin Yoga postures
PILATES & YANG
STOTT Mat Pilates blended with Vinyasa & Hatha yoga styles to build heat and muscle tone
MOVE & RESTORE
A slow-paced blend of STOTT Mat Pilates and juicy stretches in Yin Yoga postures