levitate wellness studio
Mindful Movement
Move with intention. Feel the difference.
About Levitate
A different approach to movement.
Levitate is a boutique movement studio in Heraklion, Crete, founded by former professional dancer and BASI Pilates instructor Katerina Chatzaki.
Rooted in Pilates, dance and aerial movement, our approach is built around mindful, precise and purposeful movement - helping you develop strength, mobility, body awareness and a deeper connection with your body.
We believe that quality matters more than quantity. That's why our sessions are intentionally kept small, allowing for individual attention, detailed guidance and movement that can be adapted to each person.
Whether you are beginning your Pilates journey, looking to deepen your practice or simply looking for a more mindful way to move, Levitate is a space to move with intention.
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Explore Your Practice
Find the movement practice that feels right for you.
BASI Pilates
Reformer. Equipment. Mat
Rooted in the BASI Pilates method, our Pilates sessions combine precise movement, mindful control and a deep understanding of the body.
Whether working on the Reformer, using Pilates equipment, or practising on the mat, each session is designed to develop strength, mobility, stability and body awareness through intelligent and purposeful movement.
Rather than simply performing exercises, we focus on how you move - refining alignment, improving control and building a stronger connnection between the mind and body. Exercises can be adapted to different bodies, abilities and levels of experience, making Pilates both challenging and accessible.
With small-group sessions and individual guidance throughout your practice, you are given the attention needed to understand the movement, refine your technique and progress with confidence.
A thoughtful approach to Pilates, where quality of movement commes first.
Aerial Movement
Aerial Yoga. Aerial Pilates
Aerial Yoga
A dynamic and creative approach to movement, combining elements of strength, flexibility,mobility and aerial principles.
Our Aerial Yoga sessions go beyond traditional yoga practice. Depending on your level and experience, classes may incorporate strengthening exercises, stretching, balance and coordination, as well as the elements of aerial dance and acrobatic or non-acrobatic movement.
The hammock becomes a tool for both support and exploration - allowing you to challenge your body, discover new ways of moving and develop body awareness and confidence.
Aerial Pilates
We bring the principles of Pilates into the hammock, combining controlled movement, core strength, stability and precision with the unique possibilities of aerial suspension.
The hammock can provide support, resistance and instability, creating new challenges for the body while allowing familiar Pilates principles to be explored from a different perspective with the freedom to move beyond the mat.
Barre
Grace. Strength. Precision.
Inspired by ballet and functional movement, Barre is a dynamic practice that combines controlled strengthening exercises, precise alignment and elements of classical ballet.
Working with small, focused movements, Barre challenges the muscles through endurance, stability and control while developing posture, coordination and body awareness.
The class incorporates elements of ballet technique alongside Pilates-inspired and functional exercise, creating a balanced practice that works the entire body with focused sequences, controlled movement and plenty of attention to alignment and precision.
Kangoo Jumps
Cardio. Coordination. Energy.
A dynamic, low-impact cardio workout performed with specialised rebound boots.
Kangoo Jumps combines rhythmic movement, cardio intervals and coordination exercises for an energetic full-body session. The rebound effect helps reduce impact on the joints while keeping the workout playful and engaging.
Ideal for those looking to add more cardiovascular movement and energy to their weekly routine.
Specialised Pilates
Movement adapted to your body, your needs and your stage of life.
Pilates can be adapted to support the body through different stages and circumstances. Our specialises sessions combine the principles of BASI Pilates method with additional training and a thoughtful, indivisualised approach.
Each session is adapted to the person, taking into consideration their experience, physical needs and current stage of life.
A mindful and progressive approach to movement designed to support strength, mobility, balance and idependence as we age.
Sessions focus on functional movement, stability, coordination and body awareness, helping maintain a strong and capable body while respecting individual abilities and limitations.
The aim is not simply to exercise, but to build confidence in movement and support an active, independent lifestyle.
A carefully adapted Pilates practice, designed to support the body throughout pregnancy and during the postpartum period.
Sessions focus on maintaining appropriate strength and mobility, improving body awareness and supporting changes in posture, stability and movement as the body evolves.
Postpartum sessions can gradually reintroduce strength, control and confidence in movement, with the practice adapted to the individual and their stage of recovery.
Pilates can be thoughtfully adapted for individuals returning to movement after injury or living with specific physical conditions.
Sessions focus on understanding the body, improving movement quality and gradually developing strength, mobility and control through appropriate exercise selection and individual modifications. Each practice is tailored to the person and their current needs, with progression introduced gradually and within appropriate limits.
Please note: These sessions are educational and movement-based. Where a medical condition or injury is involved, appropriate medical or physiotherapy guidance may be required alongside Pilates.
The Person Behind Levitate
Katerina Chatzaki
Movement shaped by experience
Katerina Chatzaki is the founder of Levitate Wellness Studio and a movement instructor with a background rooted in professional dance, Pilates and aerial movement.
Her journey began through classical ballet and contemporary dance, leading to professional dance work in the UK before bringing her experience back to Crete. She has been teaching movement since 2010 and founded Levitate in 2019, creating a space where movement is approached with greater awareness, precision and individuality.
Katerina is trained in the BASI Pilates Comprehensive Program, with specialised training in Injuries
& Pathologies, Pregnancy & Postpartum, and Pilates for healthy ageing and adults aged 65+. She is also certified in advance Aerial Yoga, bringing together her understanding of movement, anatomy, technique and dance into her teaching.
Her approach is grounded in the principles that have shaped her own movement practice: precision, control, alignment, strength and quality of movement. Rather than simply teaching exercises, she focuses on helping each person understand their body, refine their movement and develop greater awareness and confidence.
This is at the heart of Levitate:
thoughtful movement, individual guidance and a practice that evolves with you.
"Our bodies are our gardens, to the which our wills are gardeners"