Health & Harmony Center, in Fort Myers, is adding Pilates to its many offerings. Elise Kaplovitz, certified Core Dynamics Pilates teacher, will lead weekly one-hour sessions at noon on Mondays and at 5 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Pilates focuses on building strength and flexibility of the inner core area to effect functional fitness that allows for more efficient, graceful movements in everyday life. Regular practice helps build long, lean muscles, as opposed to bulky ones; one reason it is favored by many dancers.

In addition to a full schedule of Iyengar-style hatha yoga, therapeutic massage and other energy modalities, the center also offers Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis, via Kaplovitz, who is certified and updated in the Gyrotonic Expansion System. She teaches classes from 1 to 2 p.m. on Mondays and from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Private sessions are available on these days, as well.

Location: 15951 McGregor Blvd. For more info or to register, call 239-433-5995 or visit HealthAndHarmonyOnline.com.