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E•MOTION Yoga | Pilates | Barre | Fitness Training
5 ★★★★★ 174 Google reviews · Hot yoga studio in Wilmington, North Carolina
Friendly workout studio (also gym) offering yoga, barre and pilates classes, plus personal training.
Plan your first class
- Free first class or intro offer new students are welcomed with a free class or a discounted intro pass — check their schedule to book your first heat
- Teacher training offers teacher training — ask about upcoming YTT cohorts and prerequisites
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (910) 679-8849
- Website & schedule emotionfitnessandstudio.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–1 PM, 4–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–1 PM, 4–7 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–12 PM, 4–7 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–1 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 8–11:30 AM |
The styles they teach
“I love attending the strength classes throughout the week, and a good hot Pilates session is always a favorite!”
“I came for a Barre Class while visiting from out of town and loved how welcoming everyone was.”
“The variety of classes is great and there seems to be something perfect for all different levels (very beginner friendly through advanced).”
What's on offer
What students say again and again
“The equipment is clean and plentiful - particularly impressed with the kettlebell line-up with multiples for each weight increment.”
“I took with Gina who was a fabulous instructor and even got to meet the owner, Macy, who was so kind and ensured I had a great first time experience.”
“This is my first time ever doing Pilates and every instructor has been amazing at explaining the movements and the ‘why’ behind them.”
“What really sets this studio/gym apart is the camaraderie - it genuinely feels like a community where people support each other and show up consistently.”
“The variety of classes is great and there seems to be something perfect for all different levels (very beginner friendly through advanced).”
From the reviews
Absolutely the most welcoming place for anyone new to Pilates! The desk staff to the instructors are so lovey and friendly. I feel like I'm seeing old friends the way they greet you with a smile and seem genuinely happy to see you! I haven't been to all the instructors but Caitlyn, Margaux and Amy Jo are just the best.
Booked a private barre/pilates fusion class for my bachelorette party. We absolutely loved the workout, it was challenging, the heat and playlist was perfect. Margo was an amazing instructor. I would be a regular if I lived here! Thank you!
I love this studio and all of the instructors I’ve had the pleasure of taking class with. I’ve only tried the barre, Pilates, and yoga classes, but they have all been wonderful so far.
Fantastic gym with all the equipment you need for a great strength or conditioning workout with amazing owners and trainers and a chill vibe. I was on vacation looking for a gym in Wrightsville beach / Wilmington and found this gem.
Teacher training at E•MOTION Yoga | Pilates | Barre | Fitness Training
E•MOTION Yoga | Pilates | Barre | Fitness Training comes up for teacher training — confirmed on their own site. If you're thinking about becoming an instructor, a few things are worth asking up front. First, which certification the program leads to — most hot-yoga trainings are Yoga Alliance registered (RYT-200 or RYT-500), and the style matters: a Bikram or hot-power lineage trains differently than a hot-vinyasa or sculpt one. Second, the schedule and prerequisites — cohorts often run in intensive weekend blocks or over several months, and many studios want you practicing regularly there first. Third, cost and payment plans, and whether tuition includes an unlimited membership for the training period. Teacher training is a real commitment of time and money, so it's worth a call or an info session before you enroll.
Your first hot yoga class at E•MOTION Yoga | Pilates | Barre | Fitness Training
Nervous about your first hot class? Almost everyone is, and a good studio expects beginners to walk in the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: the room is heated, so it feels intense for the first few minutes — rest in child's pose any time you need to, no one will bat an eye. Hydrate: drink water through the day before class, not just as you arrive, and bring a bottle. What to bring: a mat and towel, water, and a change of clothes; wear something light you don't mind sweating through, and skip a heavy meal in the couple of hours beforehand. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and set up. It gets easier fast — most people say their third class feels completely different from their first.
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