New to KAVA?

Here’s everything you need to know before your first class at KAVA Pilates.

  • You can book through the KAVA Pilates App, ClassPass, or Mindbody. For the smoothest experience, we recommend booking directly through the KAVA Pilates App, where you can:

    • View our full class schedule

    • Purchase classes or memberships

    • See real-time class availability

    • Track your bookings and class history

  • If you’re new to Pilates or new to KAVA, we recommend starting with:

    Beginner Reformer or Kava Signature Mat Pilates

  • Our KAVA Taste is the perfect way to get started:

    • Reformer Pilates:
      3 classes for €60, valid for 2 weeks from your first booked class

    • Mat Pilates:
      3 classes for €35, valid for 2 weeks from your first booked class

  • Just a few essentials:

    • Grip socks (required for Reformer classes)

    • Water

    We provide all mats for Mat Pilates.

    Forgot your grip socks? No worries — they’re available to purchase in-studio for €13.

  • Reformer Pilates uses a spring-based machine to build strength, improve mobility, and support proper alignment. Classes are low-impact but highly effective, and suitable for all fitness levels.

  • Barre is a ballet-inspired workout blended with Pilates principles. Expect an upbeat, flowing class that targets strength, balance, and endurance, with a serious burn.

  • Not at all. Our instructors offer clear guidance, modifications, and support throughout class. If you have injuries, are pregnant/post-natal, or have specific concerns, let your instructor know before class.

  • You’ll find us just off Main Street in Maynooth, on Fagan’s Lane, across from ESB Bank and behind Stitch Fitz.

    • Arrive 5 - 10  minutes early

    • Introduce yourself to your instructor

    • Don’t worry about getting everything “right”, just move, breathe, and enjoy

  • To ensure fairness and allow all clients the opportunity to attend classes, we kindly ask that you adhere to the following:

    Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled class time to retain your class credit.

    Cancellations made within 24 hours of the class start time will be considered a late cancellation, and the class credit will be forfeited.

    Clients who do not attend a booked class (no-show) will be charged in full and will forfeit their class credit.

The Atmosphere

/ KAVA is a warm, welcoming, and community-focused studio where everyone is known, supported, and encouraged.

/ Our smaller class sizes create a calm, focused environment where clients feel comfortable asking questions, learning at their own pace, and building confidence over time. You’ll be guided, not rushed; supported, not pushed.

/ This is a space where progress is celebrated, consistency is valued, and movement feels purposeful.

/ Whether it’s your first class or your fiftieth, you’ll feel at home at KAVA.

What to Expect in Your First Class at KAVA

Walking into a new studio can feel intimidating, we’ve got you. Here’s exactly what to expect when you arrive for your first class at KAVA Pilates.

Before You Arrive

  • Please arrive 5- 10 minutes early to allow time to check in and get settled

  • Let your instructor know it’s your first class (and about any injuries, pregnancy, or concerns)

  • Wear comfortable, form-fitting activewear and grip socks

When You Arrive

  • Our instructor will welcome you and help set you up on your mat or reformer

  • You’ll be shown how the equipment works and how to adjust it safely

  • No need to worry if you feel unsure, questions are always encouraged

During Class

  • Classes are guided, structured, and supportive

  • Instructors demonstrate and cue exercises clearly, offering modifications and progressions

  • Expect a focus on breath, control, strength, and alignment

  • Classes are low-intensity but high-impact, challenging and effective

You’re never expected to “keep up”, move at your own pace and take breaks whenever needed.

After Class

  • Expect to feel strong, worked, and refreshed

  • Light muscle soreness is normal, especially after your first few classes

  • Your instructor is happy to answer questions or recommend your next class

A Few Helpful Tips

  • Hydrate before and after class

  • Consistency matters more than perfection

Remember

Everyone in the room was new once. Show up, move your body, and trust the process, we’ll take care of the rest.