Classes at Studio 15 Pilates
Pilates comes in
more than one shape.
You do not need to know the difference between a Tower and a MOTR before your first class. Start with what you need, and we’ll help you understand the rest.
New here? Start here
You don’t need to choose by equipment.
Start with your experience and what you need. We’ll introduce the springs, straps and Pilates terminology as you go.
I’m new to Pilates
Never tried Pilates before, or only done a class or two? Good. Nobody starts out knowing the equipment.
Show me what happens →I’ve done Pilates before
You know the basics and want to see how Reformer, Mat and the other Studio 15 Pilates options fit together.
Compare the options →I want individual support
Prefer to start one-to-one, have specific goals or simply want the instructor’s full attention?
Explore private Pilates →Three ways to practise
One Pilates. Different ways to practise.
The equipment changes the experience, resistance and feedback. The Pilates method remains the same.
Reformer & equipment
Springs, straps, resistance and plenty of ways to make familiar movements feel completely different.
What’s the difference? →Mat Pilates & small apparatus
The foundation of the method, with small equipment added when it supports the movement.
Meet the equipment →Private Pilates
Just you and an instructor, with the session adapted around your experience, goals and movement needs.
View booking options →So what is all this equipment?
A quick guide.
No Pilates degree required. Here’s what each piece of equipment does.
Reformer
A moving carriage with springs, straps and adjustable resistance. It is probably the most recognisable piece of Pilates equipment.
Tower
A fixed surface with springs that can provide support or resistance through different movements.
Jumpboard
An attachment for the Reformer that allows controlled jumping while lying down.
Exo Chair
Compact spring-loaded equipment used to challenge strength, stability, balance and control.
Mat
Your body, gravity and the Pilates repertoire. Simple setup. Not necessarily simple Pilates.
Pilates Arc
Curved apparatus used to support, extend or challenge familiar Mat exercises and positions.
MOTR
Compact apparatus combining balance, movement and adjustable resistance.
BOSU
An unstable surface used to challenge balance, coordination and control.
The important bit
The prop is never the point.
Reformer, Tower, Arc, MOTR, BOSU or none at all. The equipment supports the Pilates work. It does not replace it.
Your first class
Here’s what actually happens.
You do not need to prepare for Pilates like an exam.
Choose a class
Look at the Studio 15 Pilates schedule and choose a time that works for you.
Arrive a little early
Give yourself time to settle in, find the studio and meet your instructor.
Tell us you’re new
Nobody expects you to know the terminology, equipment or choreography.
We teach the class
Watching, explaining and helping you understand the work is our job.
Still not sure?
Ask us. Seriously.
Tell us whether you’re completely new, coming back after a break or looking for something specific. We’ll help you choose a sensible place to start.
Enough reading
Pick a class. Come and try it.
More than 55 classes run each week at Studio 15 Pilates, including weekends.