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Deep Stretch

Deep Stretch

Refresh your mind and muscles in a supportive, adult-friendly class

Currently offered: Saturdays, 9-9:50am, with Tara Pollnitz

Take time to care for your body with Deep Stretch, a pay-what-you can wellness class designed to release tension, improve flexibility, and enhance mobility. Perfect for dancers, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a mindful movement practice, this class combines gentle Pilates-based warm-ups with dynamic mobility exercises and static stretching, giving you a full-body reset.

Designed for all flexibility levels, Deep Stretch emphasizes accessibility, safe alignment, and gradual progression. Modifications are offered throughout, ensuring that each participant can benefit fully without strain or risk of injury. No dance experience is required; this class is for anyone ready to improve their range of motion, reduce stiffness, and reconnect with their body.

This is a pay-what-you-can class offering and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Starting in June 2026, with the move of this class from Tuesday nights to Saturday mornings, the default price for this class is $0 (free). We still ask students to register so we know who to expect for class!

About Tara
Class Registration

    • A gently paced, mindful class that emphasizes safety and proper alignment

    • Modifications and guidance to accommodate all flexibility levels

    • Focused attention on controlled breathing and fluid movement

    • Tailored instruction for any specific muscle needs

    • Gentle Pilates-based warm-up: Activate your core, muscles, and joints before stretching

    • Dynamic mobility exercises: Prepare your body for movement and increase active range of motion

    • Static stretches: Target specific muscle groups to improve overall flexibility and release tension

    • Mindful breathing: Incorporate relaxation and focus to enhance the stretch experience

    • Body awareness: Learn to move safely and mindfully and attune to your body’s unique needs for long-term mobility benefits

  • Deep Stretch is a great fit for:

    • Adults seeking increased flexibility and mobility

    • Anyone in search of a low-impact, restorative movement class

    • Beginner dancers or fitness enthusiasts who want to complement other workouts or dance classes with restorative practice

    • JMU dance majors and any advanced dancers looking to improve range of motion, encourage muscle recovery, and prevent injury

  • Teenagers age 14+ with parental consent are welcome, but please note that most students are adults. Younger dancers and athletes may be considered on a case-by-case basis; please email tara@hburgdancecoop.org with inquiries. 

    • Gentle but effective: Learn how to stretch deeply without strain

    • Restorative: Calm your mind while lengthening your muscles

    • Accessible: Modifications for all levels and abilities

    • Complementary: Improves performance and recovery for dancers and athletes

    • Adult-focused: A welcoming environment for adults of all experience levels

  • Bring: Please bring water and a yoga mat if you have one. Other props, such as cushions or knee pads, yoga blocks, and yoga straps are also encouraged. 

    Attire: Please wear comfortable clothing that doesn’t limit your range of motion. Layers are encouraged!

    Footwear: Bare feet and grippy socks work best for footwear.

← Return to All Classes

Refresh your mind and muscles in a supportive, adult-friendly class

Currently offered: Saturdays, 9-9:50am with Tara Pollnitz

About Tara
register

Take time to care for your body with Deep Stretch, a pay-what-you can wellness class designed to release tension, improve flexibility, and enhance mobility. Perfect for dancers, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a mindful movement practice, this class combines gentle Pilates-based warm-ups with dynamic mobility exercises and static stretching, giving you a full-body reset.

Designed for all flexibility levels, Deep Stretch emphasizes accessibility, safe alignment, and gradual progression. Modifications are offered throughout, ensuring that each participant can benefit fully without strain or risk of injury. No dance experience is required; this class is for anyone ready to improve their range of motion, reduce stiffness, and reconnect with their body.

This is a pay-what-you-can class offering and no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Starting in June 2026, with the move of this class from Tuesday nights to Saturday mornings, the default price for this class is $0 (free). We still ask students to register so we know who to expect for class!

    • A gently paced, mindful class that emphasizes safety and proper alignment

    • Modifications and guidance to accommodate all flexibility levels

    • Focused attention on controlled breathing and fluid movement

    • Tailored instruction for any specific muscle needs

    • Gentle Pilates-based warm-up: Activate your core, muscles, and joints before stretching

    • Dynamic mobility exercises: Prepare your body for movement and increase active range of motion

    • Static stretches: Target specific muscle groups to improve overall flexibility and release tension

    • Mindful breathing: Incorporate relaxation and focus to enhance the stretch experience

    • Body awareness: Learn to move safely and mindfully and attune to your body’s unique needs for long-term mobility benefits

  • Deep Stretch is a great fit for:

    • Adults seeking increased flexibility and mobility

    • Anyone in search of a low-impact, restorative movement class

    • Beginner dancers or fitness enthusiasts who want to complement other workouts or dance classes with restorative practice

    • JMU dance majors and any advanced dancers looking to improve range of motion, encourage muscle recovery, and prevent injury

  • Teenagers age 14+ with parental consent are welcome, but please note that most students are adults. Younger dancers and athletes may be considered on a case-by-case basis; please email tara@hburgdancecoop.org with inquiries. 

    • Gentle but effective: Learn how to stretch deeply without strain

    • Restorative: Calm your mind while lengthening your muscles

    • Accessible: Modifications for all levels and abilities

    • Complementary: Improves performance and recovery for dancers and athletes

    • Adult-focused: A welcoming environment for adults of all experience levels

  • Bring: Please bring water and a yoga mat if you have one. Other props, such as cushions or knee pads, yoga blocks, and yoga straps are also encouraged. 

    Attire: Please wear comfortable clothing that doesn’t limit your range of motion. Layers are encouraged!

    Footwear: Bare feet and grippy socks work best for footwear.

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