grounding warm-up
Invites students to arrive in their bodies and settle into the present moment by focusing on the breath, releasing distractions, and centering both body and mind for the movement ahead.
The Method
The Class is a music-driven somatic exercise method founded in 2011 by Taryn Toomey to regulate the nervous system and release stuck energy by moving the physical body.
The Method
The Class is a music-driven somatic exercise method founded in 2011 by Taryn Toomey to regulate the nervous system and release stuck energy by moving the physical body.
Guided by our brilliant, extensively trained Teachers, each Class integrates a unique combination of movement, breath, music, and sound release to create physical, mental, and emotional openings.
repetitive movement
Calls on repetition to challenge both strength and endurance through familiar cardio and strength-based exercises like jumping jacks, burpees, and squats.
breathwork
Breath provides a steady pulse, creating heat and energy within the body, while calming the mind and soothing the system; it is the thread that weaves together the physical and emotional.
sound release
Sound acts as a valve, facilitating the release of energy, emotion, experiences, thoughts, and feelings within the body through the voice. It is always an invitation—never a requirement.
closing sequence
Students are invited to rest, activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which encourages relaxation and recovery, allowing the work to integrate within the body, heart, and mind.
grounding warm-up
Invites students to arrive in their bodies and settle into the present moment by focusing on the breath, releasing distractions, and centering both body and mind for the movement ahead.
repetitive movement
Calls on repetition to challenge both strength and endurance through familiar cardio and strength-based exercises like jumping jacks, burpees, and squats.
breathwork
Breath provides a steady pulse, creating heat and energy within the body, while calming the mind and soothing the system; it is the thread that weaves together the physical and emotional.
sound release
Sound acts as a valve, facilitating the release of energy, emotion, experiences, thoughts, and feelings within the body through the voice. It is always an invitation—never a requirement.
closing sequence
Students are invited to rest, activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which encourages relaxation and recovery, allowing the work to integrate within the body, heart, and mind.
Challenging the physical state while nurturing the emotional with an emphasis on the mind-body connection—
The Class is both an individual experience and a collective practice.
Challenging the physical state while nurturing the emotional with an emphasis on the mind-body connection—
The Class is both an individual experience and a collective practice.
Physical
Emotional
Mental
- Intentional engagement of specific muscle groups for extended periods of time builds strength and resilience in the physical body.
- Traditional cardio blasts (jumping jacks, burpees) and frequent interval training (systematically raising and lowering the heart rate) stretch your cardiovascular system, produce sweat, and detoxification.
- Activate the parasympathetic nervous system—plus recenter and restore the body—through stretching, breathwork, and meditation.
- Practice interoception and proprioception, both important aspects of body awareness, to better understand the relationship between the physical body's movements and its internal state.
- Reset and restore your nervous system through a combination of breathwork, meditation, and movement that fosters an understanding of embodiment.
- The Class integrates breathwork and sound release to create space for emotional regulation and stress release.
- Harnessing the rhythm of breath is scientifically proven to effectively self-regulate and improve mood.
- Build emotional intelligence by gathering the tools needed to recognize, face, and understand the spectrum of emotions that might arise in everyday life.
- The Class builds new neural pathways and improves brain plasticity by utilizing scientifically supported and research-backed techniques.
- Self-reflection creates opportunities for a deeper connection to self and soul.
- An opportunity to identify thought and thought programming.
- Resetting the nervous system can strengthen the mind’s ability to focus and return to the present moment with more clarity and intentionality.
Physical
Emotional
Mental
- Intentional engagement of specific muscle groups for extended periods of time builds strength and resilience in the physical body.
- Traditional cardio blasts (jumping jacks, burpees) and frequent interval training (systematically raising and lowering the heart rate) stretch your cardiovascular system, produce sweat, and detoxification.
- Activate the parasympathetic nervous system—plus recenter and restore the body—through stretching, breathwork, and meditation.
- Practice interoception and proprioception, both important aspects of body awareness, to better understand the relationship between the physical body's movements and its internal state.
- Reset and restore your nervous system through a combination of breathwork, meditation, and movement that fosters an understanding of embodiment.
- The Class integrates breathwork and sound release to create space for emotional regulation and stress release.
- Harnessing the rhythm of breath is scientifically proven to effectively self-regulate and improve mood.
- Build emotional intelligence by gathering the tools needed to recognize, face, and understand the spectrum of emotions that might arise in everyday life.
- The Class builds new neural pathways and improves brain plasticity by utilizing scientifically supported and research-backed techniques.
- Self-reflection creates opportunities for a deeper connection to self and soul.
- An opportunity to identify thought and thought programming.
- Resetting the nervous system can strengthen the mind’s ability to focus and return to the present moment with more clarity and intentionality.
The Music
Music and artistry are embedded into the ethos of The Class. Every practice is individually choreographed to an intentional soundtrack curated by the Teacher. In 2020, The Class launched music collaboration partnerships, which have since become one of the most celebrated collections in our Digital Studio. We hold immense gratitude to all of the artists, past and future, who musically come into this space and share their gifts with us.
FAQs
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What modalities or techniques does The Class draw from? Is it similar to any other workouts?
The Class is rooted in somatic movement, using the body as a tool to bring awareness to where tension is stored. Rather than focusing on perfecting external form, the practice is guided by sensation, layering in breathwork and vocal release to help clear habitual patterns, build strength, improve mobility, and cultivate presence. The movements may feel familiar if you’ve practiced Pilates, Yoga, Cardiovascular training, or bodyweight exercises such as squats, planks, core sequences, and jumping jacks and burpees -
What is included in a Digital Studio subscription?
Your subscription gives you access to a robust library of hundreds of on-demand workouts, including The Class's signature method, Sculpt, yoga, breathwork, curated playlists, themed collections, 10–15 minute Quick Hits, and a beginner series. Everything you need to build and sustain a well-rounded movement practice. You'll also have access to daily livestream Classes from our NYC and LA studios, all streamable on desktop, phone, tablet, or TV. -
How many hours a day are Livestreams offered?
Classes are livestreamed at least four times a day, every day of the week. Most Livestream Classes are available for 12 hours after they begin, giving you the flexibility to practice throughout the day. Our schedule is designed to accommodate most time zones (in countries where The Class streaming is available), allowing you to find a time to stream almost anywhere in the world.