PAKT didn't start as a business idea. It started as a feeling.
For years, we were in rooms that were full — but somehow still felt empty. Classes where the music hit, the workout was solid… but something was missing. People would come in, do their thing, and leave without ever really connecting. We kept asking ourselves: Why doesn't this feel the way it should?
Because we knew what it could feel like. We've both experienced those rare classes — the ones where the energy is electric, where the music pulls you in, where you look around and realize you're not just working out next to people… you're in it with them. Where instructors know your name. Where showing up feels like coming home.
Karina saw this firsthand in a small pocket of a studio she used to teach at. There was an early morning crew who started calling themselves the Croissant Club. What began as a shared class turned into something more — they started running together before or after class each week. They built rituals. They built friendships. They built a community.
It didn't stop there. They made an Instagram page. People started dating. Some of those relationships turned into something long-term. Lives genuinely intertwined because of a 6 AM workout class. That's when it clicked: this is what fitness can be when it's done right. Not just a place to sweat — a place that shapes people's lives.
We stopped waiting for that space to exist. So we built it.
PAKT is our answer to everything we felt was missing — intentional programming, music that actually moves you, and a structure that creates real connection, not just convenience. A place where people don't just attend classes. They belong.
That vision only works because of you. You're not here to fill a time slot. You're here to shape the experience.
Every class you teach. Every member you remember. Every moment you create where someone feels seen, welcomed, or pushed beyond what they thought they could do — that's PAKT. Because what you're building goes far beyond fitness.
This manual isn't a rulebook. It's a playbook — everything we believe about what makes a great instructor, what makes a class unforgettable, and what makes a community worth coming back to.
Take what's here, bring your own energy to it, and help us build something people can't find anywhere else.
— Chris & Karina
Our mission is simple: to create the fitness experience we always knew was possible — but rarely found.
One built on real relationships, intentional programming, and energy you can feel the moment you walk in. A space where people don't just show up to work out — they show up for each other.
Because we believe fitness should do more than change your body. It should change how you feel, how you connect, and how you show up in your life — every single day.
The Wild is PAKT's signature strength and conditioning space. Think circuit training — but more fun and more intentional. Classes are structured, progressive, and designed to get real results. Weekend warriors are welcome to drop in Friday through Sunday, and post-class coffee hang is always part of it.
The cohort is the heart of The Wild. When members join a cohort they commit to training 2x per week with the same group and the same coach on a recurring schedule. It's not just a class — it's their crew. Same faces, same coach, building together over time.
Circuit-based training with timed intervals and designated stations. Classes move through strength, power, and conditioning blocks — structured as a warm-up, working sets, and a group finisher. Every block has a purpose. Programming is progressive, meaning each session builds on the last.
The Den is The Wild's sister space. Don't let the low-impact label fool you — some classes will surprise you. It's where members slow down, tune in, and do the work that makes everything else better. Music beat-based, offered in both infrared heated and non-heated formats.
Developed by founder Karina V, K-Method is the secret sauce to getting strong and sculpted. Combining weight training with Pilates-based movement to build lean muscle, strengthen your core, and create a body that's powerful and balanced. Music-driven, full-body, and built to deliver results you'll actually feel.
Variations: Ass & Abs · Arms & Abs
Low-impact, high-intensity mat Pilates and reformer-inspired floor work. The kind of class where you'll be shaking by the end and wondering how something so quiet got you so hard. Form and breath drive everything.
Light resistance, big results. Sculpt combines Pilates principles with light dumbbells and bands to tone, strengthen, and lengthen. Music-driven and rhythmic — you'll feel every single rep.
The class your body has been asking for. Dedicated mobility, stretch, and breathwork — designed to help members move better, recover faster, and show up stronger. Not optional. Essential.
Being a PAKT instructor isn't just about being a great coach — it's about being the kind of person people want to be around. The standard we hold ourselves to goes beyond what happens in the room.
The culture we build behind the scenes is just as important as what happens on the floor. This is how we operate as a team.
How you start your class sets the tone for everything that follows. Every instructor follows the same ritual — so every member gets the same great experience, no matter whose class they're in.
By the time your class starts, everything should already be handled. No scrambling, no sound checks mid-intro, no figuring out the circuit while members are standing around. Arrive early and run through this every single time.
Deliver this every class. Keep it warm, keep it fast. Always check for injuries and pregnancy before you start.
Every first-timer will have already received a welcome email from you before they arrive — so they may already feel like they know you a little. Use that. Greet them by name, make them feel expected, and before class starts, walk them through the studio and each circuit so they have a base understanding before everyone else begins. No one should feel lost on their first day at PAKT.
Front desk will flag any milestones or birthdays before your class. Shout them out right after your intro — make it a moment. And at the end of class, do it again. The front desk will provide the member with a personalized card, and more milestone celebrations are in the works — we'll update you as they come together.
The class doesn't end when the music stops. What happens in the moments after is just as important as what happens on the floor. This is where community is actually built.
PAKT offers complimentary coffee for members post-class. Point members toward it. Encourage them to stay. The coffee bar isn't an add-on — it's part of the experience. Use it as a natural extension of connection.
Every cohort has its own WhatsApp group, led by you. This is where the experience continues between classes — share reminders, celebrate wins, and keep energy and accountability high. This isn't just logistics; it's community building outside the studio.
First impressions matter. Always connect with first-timers after class in person — ask how they found the experience, answer any questions, and make them feel seen and welcomed. You can also tag them in your stories as a personal shoutout. A 30-second conversation or a thoughtful post can be the difference between someone never coming back — or becoming part of PAKT.
Safety is non-negotiable. Every instructor is responsible for the wellbeing of every person in their room.
Always ask about injuries, pregnancy, and any conditions that may affect participation. Check that all equipment is set up correctly and nothing is a hazard. Know where the first aid kit and AED are located — every single time.
Scan the room constantly. Watch for signs of overexertion — dizziness, pale skin, laboured breathing, loss of form. Always offer modifications. Never pressure someone to push through pain. If something doesn't look right, stop and check in immediately.
Do not hesitate. The class can wait.
When a member flags an injury, always offer a modification — never just tell them to sit it out. Use your training. When in doubt, refer them to a lower-impact option or suggest they check with their healthcare provider before participating.
You represent PAKT every time you walk through that door — and every time you don't. These standards exist to protect the brand, the members, and each other.
Arrive a minimum of 20 minutes before your class — every single time, no exceptions. We're new, first-timers are frequent, and the extra time matters. Use it to set up, check in with front desk, review your attendance list, meet any first-timers in the lobby, and complete your sound check before a single member walks in. Showing up on time is the bare minimum. Showing up prepared is the standard.
Your online presence is an extension of this brand — but you don't need to turn your Instagram into a PAKT account. Be yourself. Just be mindful. Please avoid publicly sharing anything that involves:
Run through this every time. No exceptions.
Leave it better than you found it — every time.
Social media isn't just a nice-to-have — it's one of the most powerful tools you have as an instructor. Not just to grow your classes. But to grow yourself.
Karina built her personal brand early in her career while teaching at a previous studio. By consistently showing up online — sharing her classes, her energy, and her perspective — she didn't just grow a following. She built trust. That trust translated into:
And here's the important part: it didn't just benefit her — it benefited the studio too. Her content brought people into the room. Her presence elevated the experience. Her growth fuelled the brand.
If it's PAKT-related, tag us. Always.
Your brand is your brand. We don't want you to sound like us — we want you to sound like you. PAKT should feel like a natural extension of your world, not a script you're reading from.
This is bigger than just posting content. It's about building something that supports you long-term — inside the studio and beyond it. We're not just building PAKT. We're building people.
A full class doesn't happen by accident. The instructors who consistently pack their rooms do the same things — and none of it is complicated.