We offer quality classes and provide certified professional instructors
so that we can give you a great workout every time!
We welcome men and women to our studio.
Our
schedule and
description of classes
and rates will
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Our studio is available for rentals, either on a single
or long term basis. For more information on rentals see our
rental page.
The person sweating next to you in class is probably the "owner" (well, one of them, at least). We have been owned by member students since 1999. That means we operate with no Corporate Ownership. Every cent that we collect is invested back into keeping this wonderful studio alive and thriving. The fascinating authors, academics, artists and otherwise ingenious people who populate The Works are part of something bigger than themselves, and now you are too — every time you walk through the doors. Doesn't that feel good?
Who comes to The Works?
. . . for Works Coop classes: Sophisticated Berkeley/Oakland residents interested in a grown-up version of Pilates Mat, Yoga with a focus on Balance, Iyengar Yoga, Cardio and Strength training with Intervals, and the pure fun of Cardio Dance. Use your Works class card for any class on the schedule with a PINK BOX.
. . . for Dance/Acting Classes: Works Instructors attract students from all over San Francisco Bay cause they are HOT, HOT, HOT! And their classes are addictive (in a good way). Samba, Salsa, Bhangra, Cuban, Hip Hop, Indian Classical, even Improv Acting!
. . . for more Exercise options:
Those who want even more options can check out Shola's Body Sculpt, White Crane Silat's Kung Fu, Carrie's Sharqui, and Shakti's Yoga.
The Works Schedule Updates
Pilates
Mondays @ 9am with Alyssa
Tuesdays @ 8am with Alyssa
Thursdays@ 8am with Erin
Cardio Dance
Tue @ 9:30–10:30 with Chrissy
Yoga + Balance
Wednesdays @ 9am with Alan
Total Body Conditioning — Intervals
Sundays @ 9:30am–10:45am with Karen Please note: Sunday, March 9 class is cancelled — normal schedule resumes next week!
Thursdays @ 9am with Karen
Shakti Yoga
Sat @ 9:30–11am with Shakti (you can use your Works class card to try this class)
Shakti also hosts class on Mon @ 5pm and Wed @ 10:15am.
Membership Renewal Time
THIS WILL BE OUR 15TH YEAR AS A COOPERATIVE!
THANK YOU for your loyal support! We hope you will continue to keep the studio fiscally sound by renewing your annual membership this month.
Only $250 (no increase over the last three years!) gives you entree into one of the most enjoyable, longest-lasting exercise co-ops in the Bay Area AND discounts on your class cards.
AND AS A 15TH ANNIVERSARY GIFT TO MEMBERS, FROM NOW ON ALL MEMBERS' CARDS WILL EXPIRE AFTER 45 DAYS INSTEAD OF 30. Non-members will still have the 30 day expiration.
Sarah Cohen, our multi-talented and dedicated manager, has kept The Works running in the black through this lingering recession — truly an accomplishment. We have added new equipment and some fun and highly professional new instructors. And have you noticed how cheery and welcoming the studio looks?
We would not have survived for 15 years without the income from memberships and the efforts of many Works enthusiasts who contribute their time and talents. Please renew your membership as soon as possible and — if you can afford it — consider adding a donation to your check. Payment is due by February 15. Avoid paying the higher rates of nonmembers by getting your check in on time.
Help make The Works better than ever in 2014.
With our sincere appreciation,
The Works Board Joanne Brown
Sandy Friedland
Sue Miller
Barbara Morgan
Maxine Risley
Leo Simon
Ruth Suzuki
Don Wilson
Cardio Dancing for Deb
The event took place Tuesday, December 10 in Chrissy's Cardio Dance class, with dancers Roz, Debra, Barbara, Dorothy, Earll, Maxine, Cheryl, MorningStar, Leslie, Fernanda, Sara N, Johanna, Chris, Esther, Sarah W, Sarah EJC, and Deb herself.
Watch the VIDEO!
