Sculpt
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Body Sculpt
An endurance-based, low-impact workout, using high reps and light-to-medium weights in combination with equipment like bands and gliding discs. Increase total-body definition and mobility.
Cardio Sculpt
A moderate intensity rhythmic workout using high reps and light-medium weights in combination with simple low-medium impact cardio drills. Shape and tone your entire body, fueled by addictive music.
Rythmic Sculpt
A dynamic class that keeps you moving to the beat. Shape and tone your entire body with steady, low-impact movement. Increase endurance as you seamlessly flow to the rhythm of the music.
Barefoot Sculpt
A low-impact barefoot workout that blends Pilates, Barre, and lightweight sculpting. Strengthen your body from the ground up.
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Rythmic Sculpt: A new Signature ClassThe new Equinox Signature Class tests your body with non-stop movements that flow with the beat of the music.
Do More with: Resistance BandsGrab elastic bands to prep for your training sessions and upgrade your lifts.
Cycling Recovery Amenities
Recover as intentionally as you train. After your ride, restore your body with the amenities that make Equinox more than a gym.
Steam Rooms for skin hydration
Saunas for muscle recovery
Hot + Cold Plunges for inflammation relief
IV Drip Therapy for hydration and energy
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Frequently Asked Questions
A sculpt class is a full-body conditioning workout that strengthens, tones, and builds muscular endurance through controlled, low-impact movement with lighter weights. Expect a mix of resistance training, core work, and sequencing that keeps the body engaged from start to finish. Some formats lean into steady, beat-driven movement for a more rhythmic feel, like Rhythmic Sculpt class feel, while others blend functional training with flexibility and recovery, like Sculpted Yoga class or Barefoot Sculpt. Across formats, the goal is the same: build functional strength, create definition, and enhance muscular endurance.
Pilates centers on precision, alignment, core stability, and controlled movement patterns that build strength from the inside out. Sculpt classes are more conditioning-focused — higher reps, a faster pace, and a stronger emphasis on muscular endurance and total-body toning. Both improve strength, flexibility, and body awareness, but sculpt delivers a more energetic, intensity-driven experience, while Pilates is more measured and technique-focused.
Sculpt classes use high reps, light-to-medium weights, and continuous movement to build lean muscle while improving stamina, control, and mobility. Because you're working at a steady, elevated effort throughout, you get many of the same conditioning benefits as HIIT — without the high-impact, joint-stressing movements.
Equinox offers Cardio Sculpt, Body Sculpt, Rhythmic Sculpt, Barefoot Sculpt, and Sculpted Yoga. Cardio Sculpt brings cardio intervals into the mix for a more heart-pumping approach, while Body Sculpt offers a straightforward, total-body conditioning experience. Rhythmic Sculpt features beat-driven movement at a steady, elevated effort throughout. Barefoot Sculpt takes a softer, grounded approach — with Barefoot Sculpt: The Ring adding resistance through the power ring. Sculpted Yoga blends yoga and sculpt into one hybrid format.