Considerations on What to Pay
I created a sliding scale because of my personal background where I loved acrobatics, but did not have the support to learn in a professional, safe environment-- which later led to injuries and disappointment. Living a pain-free, injury-free life with improved stability and mobility is valuable and enables you to have more freedom to do what you love. I want that to be accessible as many people who have this desire and need. I am a little different than most Pilates studios that offer a standard rate for all students (the Financially Abundant category is what a studio would charge for lessons with me). The higher price option in this category is available for those who are able and willing through generous contribution helps me make up the costs of accessibility of my services to others. By paying more, you support me to stay professionally relevant and able to serve my students and you contribute to empowering a more economically diverse community of people.
I operate on an honor system because I trust that you want to support and respect my profession and needs to live and see value in what I have to share with you as a teacher as well as with others.
To see your authentic rate, ask yourself the following questions:
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What level would be fairly comfortable for me to pay?
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What level would be a “stretch” but not a hardship for me to pay?
Supporting Equitable Access to Healthy Outcomes & Respect
The two prices under the "Financially Abundant" tier reflect: one, the rate studios charge to work with me and two, the option to contribute towards covering the costs of another student having access to exercise & preventative health in a way that is sustainable for me.
Private Lessons
55 minutes in duration to allow for smooth transition between teaching
FINANCIALLY ABUNDANT WITH OPTION FOR GENEROSITY
$80 | $120
FINANCIALLY STABLE
$60
MAKING ENDS MEET
$40
*Prices are subject to change. I communicate changes to all current students.
I currently accept payment through Cash app: $vanillavitamins and Venmo: @vanillavitamins.
Thank you for your support and consideration!
Registration, Policies, & Liability
All new students must:
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Complete the Intake Form.
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Understand, agree, sign, and return the Student Policies.
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Sign and return the Liability Release Form.
Student Policies
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Payment must be made ahead to reserve a lesson. I currently accept payment through Cash app $vanillavitamins or Venmo @vanillavitamins.
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24 hours advance notice of cancellation is required for lessons. Cancellations should be emailed to Vania Chan: chanjoongyan@gmail.com. For cancellations without sufficient advance notice, the student will be charged for the lesson because the teacher reserves the time and structures their schedule for that student and could have used the availability for someone else or another activity.
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Please arrive on time so you get the most out of the lesson.
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Be respectful.
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Students are expected to listen to the directions of the teacher at all times for physical and emotional safety. It is up to the discretion of the teacher whether this expectation is being met. If not, the teacher reserves the right to ask for changes in the lesson as necessary.
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All students come in with different backgrounds, abilities, and levels in movement experience. Be patient with yourself and ask questions. As a teacher, I care more that you feel the right muscles working than impressing me, yourself, or others. The teacher has the final say on all matters pertaining to safety and keeping the culture of the environment safe for all.
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The teacher is not qualified to provide medical advice. Please seek outside advice from a qualified medical authority and obtain clearance from your doctor prior to beginning any exercise program and obtain any necessary medical attention should you develop an injury or medical condition.
**In the unlikely event that students do not abide by the Policies and etiquette, the teacher reserves the right to terminate any participation in the lesson.
EQUIPMENT
(Optional)
I am certified to teach Level 1 (Essential & Intermediate) Mat & Reformer Stott Pilates. Under the Stott certification system, instructors are required to take continuing education each year. Some modalities I am trained to teach: Athletic Conditioning, Stability Ball, Mini Stability Ball, Foam Roller, Mini Foam Roller, Flexband, and Sliding Mobility Disks. If you have access to a Reformer or other large Pilates equipment-- wonderful-- I am capable of instructing you virtually or in person. I recommend most people have access to some equipment because they are tools that assist us work effectively and intentionally without having to compromise their bodies and risk injury. While Mat Pilates is theoretically simple, it is a challenging form of exercise that requires strength, proprioception, and flexibility. It is normal to have limitations and they're not necessarily set in stone; we work together to learn at your pace and through experiential paths that belong to you. Equipment can also intensify familiar exercises and add variety and fun. In my vision, exercise is for living joyfully and with gratitude, character building, and making wise choices.
Merrithew is the company that certifies Stott Pilates instructors. The links I have below are Merrithew branded equipment as samples. You do not have to buy Merrithew branded equipment and even if you do, you do not have to buy it through the links I provided. I also have suggestions common household items that can act as substitutes. Feel free to reach out to me for if you have questions or need further clarity.
Refer to the size guides of whatever company/ brand you buy from and select the size that conforms with your height.
Foam rollers can vary by density, texture, shape, & size. You are welcome to consult me about which type(s) may best suit your purposes.
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Chair
Pillows/ cushions/ books can facilitate better posture during exercise through the neck, hips, etc.