Fuse Pilates

Specialties

Fuse on 14^th features the new Fuse Ladder workout as well as our signature mat Pilates class. The studio is equipped with two large group fitness studios and a third studio with reformers, Pilates chairs and the Fuse Ladder for private and semi-​private training, as well as rehabilitation work and health coaching.

Fuse Pilates is an unorthodox approach to Pilates that incorporates music, exercises from other fitness regimes, and a focus on innovation to challenge your body while you’re having fun.

History

Established in 2011.

Fuse Pilates® started in 2005 as a group mat Pilates class at Flow Yoga Center that quickly became one of Washington, DC’s favorite fitness offerings. As classes soared in popularity, we expanded the method to offer a unique, fun, and effective twist on group apparatus classes. Each class concentrates on developing functional and balanced strength and flexibility, shaping beautifully toned physiques in the process.

Every class begins with the question «What do you want to work on today?» This ensures that each Fuse class is different from the last because our classes are driven by your request. Regardless of the focus, we’ll still work all 360 degrees of you, front to back, top to bottom.

We want you to have fun, work hard, and see results!

Although the Fuse method of mat, reformer, and chair classes are intense, they’re still approachable for beginners. All students should take class at his or her own pace. Remember, there are no grades or judgment; work for your best body.

Meet the Business Owner

Mariska B.

Business Owner

Fuse Pilates’ founder began her fitness journey in 2002 following a life-​altering medical diagnosis. She received her initial certification from New York City’s Power Pilates, and began teaching traditional Pilates mat classes in Washington, D.C. in 2003, which evolved over her 2,500+ hours of teaching experience to Fuse Pilates.

In 2006, Mariska received her certification and began teaching PureBarre, an offshoot of the Lotte Berk Method. She has additional training through i=MX, Peak, and Balanced Body Pilates and completed her comprehensive apparatus training through BASI.

Mariska is also a graduate of New York’s Institute for Integrative Nutrition and a certified holistic health counselor. She is a member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, BASI and IDEA Health and Fitness Association. She is the founder of Fuse Health, an organization committed to teaching the bioindividuality of nutrition and exercise.