Puppies and Pilates, a premium fitness concept combining Pilates workouts with puppy interaction, officially launched on April 11 at locations in Washington D.C., Arlington, Virginia, West Springfield, Virginia, and Annapolis, Maryland. Founded by Bethany Kazaba, an entrepreneur with over 13 years of experience leading Neighborhood Retail Group, the concept was created to foster physical well-being, build community, and celebrate a deep appreciation for animals. Kazaba holds a degree in Health and Physical Education from the University of Delaware.
Class Structure and Programming
The 45-minute Pilates sessions are meticulously curated by Director of Operations Alex Perrin, the Owner, Founder and CEO of Cut Seven and a former Director of Coach Development with 18 years of experience as a classically trained ballerina. Perrin collaborated with leading Pilates instructors across the DMV to develop a structured, results-driven approach. Classes are held on Saturdays and Sundays, with three sessions per day and a maximum of 30 participants per class. Each session combines 45 minutes of Pilates with 30 minutes of wellness time with puppies, during which different mocktails are served from pink bar carts.
Wellness and Animal Interaction Focus
The concept emphasizes genuine Pilates instruction rather than novelty. According to Perrin, “Participants are getting a real workout first and foremost. The puppies add an element of joy and connection, but the foundation is an athletic, modern approach to Pilates that people will come back for again and again.” Each class operates in a carefully managed environment designed to support the puppies’ early socialization as they prepare for their future homes, while also ensuring a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for participants. Kazaba stated that the concept represents “the culmination of things that mean a lot to me—physical and mental health, community, and animals.”
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