“Contrology develops the body uniformly, corrects wrong postures, restores physical vitality, invigorates the mind, and elevates the spirit.”
-Joseph Pilates
ABOUT
House of Classical Pilates is a dedicated Contrology studio preserving and teaching Joseph Pilates' original method.
We are located walking distance from Downtown Napa Ca. Our studio operates in the traditional Joe's Gym format—a structured, open studio environment designed for focused, independent practice rather than instructor-led group classes. Clients work through their individualized classical order while the instructor observes, guides, and refines the work with hands-on corrections and personalized feedback.
At House of Classical Pilates, we believe true progress comes through consistency, precision, and personal responsibility. Clients learn to understand their own bodies, move with intention, and build independence within the method. This environment fosters not only physical strength and mastery but also discipline, confidence, and mental focus—the way Joseph Pilates originally intended.
POWERED BY
GRACE JAMBOIS
Founder Grace Jambois is a Classical Pilates instructor committed to preserving Joseph Pilates' original method. She emphasizes core principles like precision, control, and breath, ensuring intentional, aligned movements. Grace uses classical techniques to enhance strength, flexibility, and body awareness, progressively challenging clients to deepen their practice and reach personal goals. She also specializes in resolving structural issues through advanced techniques like The Madeline Black Method™ and orthopedic massage.
How do you start your practice?
CLASSES
How Our Studio Works
At House of Classical Pilates, every client follows a clear path through the Classical Pilates system. We begin by building a strong foundation before progressing into independent Contrology sessions, allowing each client to develop confidence, precision, and a deeper understanding of Joseph Pilates' original method.
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Foundations Package
Every new client begins with our Foundations Package, a series of private or semi-private sessions designed to introduce the principles of Classical Pilates, familiarize you with the equipment, and establish your individualized exercise order.
These sessions move at a slower, more detailed pace so you can develop proper technique, body awareness, and confidence before entering our open studio environment. They also allow your instructor to understand your unique body, goals, and movement patterns to create a program tailored specifically to you.
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Contrology Classes
After completing the Foundations Package, you'll be ready to join our Contrology Classes.
Unlike traditional group fitness classes where everyone performs the same exercises together, our Contrology Classes follow the authentic Joe's Gym model. Each client works independently through their personalized classical order while the instructor circulates throughout the studio, providing hands-on corrections, introducing new exercises, and progressing each client at the appropriate pace.
This format encourages independence, concentration, and personal responsibility while ensuring you continue to receive individualized instruction every session.
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Instructor-Led Group Mat Classes
Our Group Mat Classes are instructor-led classes where everyone performs the classical mat sequence together. These classes are an excellent complement to your equipment work, helping improve strength, control, endurance, and your understanding of the Classical Pilates method. Whether you're just beginning or have years of experience, our mat classes reinforce the foundational principles that make the entire Pilates system so effective.
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To participate in Contrology Classes, all new clients are required to complete the Foundations Package or demonstrate equivalent Classical Pilates experience.