Empower Fitness & Sports Massage

Empower Fitness & Sports Massage Tried and True Fitness. Offering Pilates and Strength training. Offering massage therapy for the San Luis Obispo area.

Specializing in Orthopedic Massage Therapy, Myoskeletal Alignment Technique, sports & oncology massage.

Week 3 of MATness! Points are growing on the leaderboard! Join us in studio this week for more MATness classes ⭐️Neck Pu...
03/15/2026

Week 3 of MATness! Points are growing on the leaderboard! Join us in studio this week for more MATness classes ⭐️

Neck Pull
Scissors & Bicycle
Shoulder Bridge
Spine Twist
Jackknife
Side Kick Series
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Week 2 of MATness! We are excited to see this week’s moves in action. Follow along on stories for tips during the week 🌤...
03/08/2026

Week 2 of MATness! We are excited to see this week’s moves in action. Follow along on stories for tips during the week 🌤️

Spine Stretch Forward
Open Leg Rocker
Corkscrew
Saw
Swan Dive
Single Leg Kick
Double Leg Kick

03/01/2026

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If you have 5 minutes, you have time for the Basic Classical Mat.

No fancy props.
No complicated choreography.
Just the work.

Do it every day.
Watch your body change.
Watch your mind change.

The basics are not “beginner.”
They’re foundational.

As Joseph Pilates said:
“In 10 sessions you’ll feel better, in 20 sessions you’ll look better, and in 30 sessions you’ll have a completely new body.”

So… are you in?

Press play. ▶️

For the first week of March we present the first 7 exercises in the Classical Mat repertoire! Be sure to follow our stor...
03/01/2026

For the first week of March we present the first 7 exercises in the Classical Mat repertoire! Be sure to follow our story for tips and tricks on each of these exercises throughout the week!

Hundred
Roll Up
Roll Over
Single Leg Circles
Roll Like a Ball
Single leg Stretch
Double Leg Stretch

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It’s here! March MATness is upon us! Join us for a month of fun filled classes, prizes, and celebration of Joseph Pilate...
02/24/2026

It’s here! March MATness is upon us! Join us for a month of fun filled classes, prizes, and celebration of Joseph Pilates Mat Method! Sign up for classes today!!

01/20/2026

student discount is live!! 20% off all packages! 💫
DM to claim! & your first class is FREE!
Join us for Student Sculpt. This class will be on our classical reformers, adding weights to build strength and control. Bring the energy to match a fun playlist! Perfect for anyone who loves the classical system with a modern, high-energy twist!

01/04/2026

Pregnant and looking for a safe, effective way to move? Pilates is a powerful method to support strength, mobility, and connection throughout pregnancy and beyond. Research-backed and thoughtfully guided, our classes are led by instructors with both personal experience and advanced pre/postnatal training.

DM us to learn more 💬
And congratulations to our instructor who is 15 weeks pregnant and moving beautifully 💪

At Empower Fitness, you’ll find a truly diverse community—people of all ages, genders, and fitness backgrounds training ...
01/02/2026

At Empower Fitness, you’ll find a truly diverse community—people of all ages, genders, and fitness backgrounds training side by side. You might see a college student next to a retiree, or a new mom on the Reformer alongside a Cal Poly professor. We believe this diversity is one of our greatest strengths. No matter who you are or where you’re starting from, there’s a place for you here at Empower.

At Empower Fitness, we believe in tried-and-true methods of training that stand the test of time. Both the Pilates Metho...
01/02/2026

At Empower Fitness, we believe in tried-and-true methods of training that stand the test of time. Both the Pilates Method and the kettlebell system have a long history of restoring strength, reducing pain, and building resilient bodies. Life will challenge you—and we believe strength is what allows you to move through those challenges with confidence and grace. Our mission is simple: to empower you to become your strongest, most capable self.

At Empower Fitness, we offer a variety of training options designed to meet you where you are and support your goals.Sma...
01/02/2026

At Empower Fitness, we offer a variety of training options designed to meet you where you are and support your goals.

Small Group Classes:
Our small group format allows for personalized coaching, safer movement, and a strong sense of community. Strength & Conditioning classes are capped at 8–10 clients, and Pilates classes are limited to just 5. This means more attention to technique, fewer injuries, and better results. Be sure to check out our Unlimited Membership for $250.

Private & Personal Training:
For injury recovery, specific goals, or faster progress, private training offers a highly customized approach. Our instructors undergo rigorous training to deliver expert programming and hands-on corrections. Take advantage of a FREE 30-minute consultation with any of our trainers.

Semi-Private & Duet Training:
Training with a friend makes consistency easier and workouts more fun. Semi-private and duet sessions are perfect for accountability, motivation, and community. Reach out for rates and availability.

Featuring San Luis Obispo’s premier Classical Pilates studio, Empower Fitness is the destination for exceptional Pilates...
01/02/2026

Featuring San Luis Obispo’s premier Classical Pilates studio, Empower Fitness is the destination for exceptional Pilates training. Our instructors hold comprehensive 500-hour certifications, ensuring precise, effective, and thoughtfully balanced instruction. The studio is fully equipped with Contrology® apparatus, including Reformers, Wunda Chairs, Towers, and additional equipment unique to the Pilates Method. Clients progress through the Classical Pilates system as Joseph Pilates originally taught it—moving from Basic to Intermediate to Advanced exercises with the goal of becoming stronger, more balanced, more mobile, and deeply connected to the core, or as we like to call it, the powerhouse.

In addition to our Classical Pilates studio, Empower also offers a Contemporary Pilates experience. These classes honor the original system while incorporating modern modifications, creative sequencing, and dynamic choreography to support accessibility, muscle development, and variety. We also offer energizing fusion classes such as Strength Reformer Fusion and Cardio Jumpboard, blending Pilates principles with strength and cardio for a well-rounded, challenging workout.

There is nothing quite like building strength through the kettlebell method. Empower Fitness is proud to be the only ded...
01/02/2026

There is nothing quite like building strength through the kettlebell method. Empower Fitness is proud to be the only dedicated kettlebell gym on the Central Coast. Our instructors are certified through StrongFirst®, the renowned system founded by Pavel Tsatsouline and rooted in the best of both Russian and Western sports science. These proven methods are trusted by professional athletes, elite military operators, and everyday individuals who are committed to building real, lasting strength.

In our group kettlebell classes, you’ll experience more than just a great workout—you’ll be coached through precise, technical, and safe movement patterns that prioritize longevity and performance. All classes are designed to be accessible and all-levels, meaning no matter your age, fitness background, injury history, or experience level, you’ll be supported every step of the way. Our goal is for every client to leave feeling successful, empowered, and stronger than when they walked in.

Address

2701 McMillan Avenue #160
San Luis Obispo, CA
93401

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm

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