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Written by
Hugo Cannon
Uncover the city's 23 best Pilates studios, each offering a unique blend of style, ambience, and expertise.
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Welcome to the ultimate guide to Pilates studios in London, where we have curated a list of the city's 23 best spots.
Whether you're a beginner seeking to enhance your core strength and flexibility, or an experienced practitioner looking to deepen your practice, our carefully curated selection caters to every need.
From the industrial-chic vibes of urban warehouses to the serene retreats tucked away in the city's tranquil corners, these studios are not just fitness centers, but gateways to holistic well-being. Dive into our guide and discover the perfect studio to align with your fitness goals, lifestyle, and Pilates aspirations.
Blok Shoreditch
Blok
Location: Clapton, Shoreditch
Price: Single class £28, class pack discounts available
How to Book: Book online or visit their trendy studios.
Discover Blok, where urban charm blends with Pilates' sophistication. Their converted warehouse spaces exude an industrial chic vibe, while the Pilates classes unfold in warm, ambient rooms. Suitable for all skill levels, these sessions offer a balanced workout with an electrifying soundtrack, making each movement an experience in itself.
Frame
Location: Angel, Hammersmith, King’s Cross, Shoreditch, Victoria
Price: Drop-ins £16-23, Frame Card for discounted rates
How to Book: Visit Frame's official website or drop by any of their studios.
Immerse yourself in the sophisticated world of Frame, where reformer Pilates meets contemporary cool. Ideal for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, Frame's classes guide you through the nuances of Pilates, ensuring a blend of comfort and challenge. Their dynamic classes are a haven for core enthusiasts, promising an exhilarating burn in a setting of ultimate style.
NOBU Pilates
Location: Portman Square, Marylebone
Price: Classes from £37
How to Book: Visit Nobu Pilates for bookings and further information.
Nestled in the prestigious Nobu Hotel, Marylebone, NOBU Pilates is a sanctuary of wellness and rejuvenation. Led by the esteemed creative director Marsha Lindsay, this studio offers an exquisite Pilates experience, blending luxury with fitness. Specializing in reformer classes, NOBU Pilates focuses on enhancing glutes, abs, and overall cardiovascular health.
The studio provides a variety of equipment, including reformers, Cadillac, stability chairs, and barrels, to ensure each 40-minute session is both challenging and unique. Choose between the 'Pure' class, adhering to Joseph Pilates' original principles, or the 'Power' class, a high-intensity, full-body workout with a modern twist. Ideal for both beginners and advanced practitioners, NOBU Pilates is a haven for those seeking an elite Pilates experience in the heart of London.
FS8, Oxford Circus
Location: Oxford Circus
Price: Classes from £25, membership from £152 per month
How to Book: Book your class through the FS8 website
FS8 in Oxford Circus presents a unique fusion of Pilates, yoga, and strength training. This innovative studio offers workouts that integrate yoga techniques with reformer Pilates and strength-focused exercises, ideal for those seeking a challenging yet low-impact fitness regime.
Strong Pilates
Location: Islington
Price: Classes from £27, membership from £184 per month
How to Book: Schedule your class on Strong Pilates' website
Bringing an Australian flair to London, Strong Pilates in Islington offers a unique blend of Pilates, strength training, and rowing. Their classes, suited for various fitness levels, provide a comprehensive workout that targets every muscle group.
East of Eden, Walthamstow
Location: Walthamstow
Price: Contact the studio for pricing details
How to Book: Visit East of Eden's website or their Walthamstow location
East of Eden, situated in the heart of Walthamstow, is a fitness hub known for its diverse Pilates offerings, including reformer classes, pre- and post-natal sessions, and mat work. The studio's holistic approach extends to a variety of yoga classes, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a comprehensive wellness journey.
Exhale Pilates
Location: Primrose Hill, North Finchley
Price: £50 for a drop-in, discounts on block bookings
How to Book: Visit Exhale Pilates' website or their serene studios.
Exhale Pilates is a sanctuary for classical Pilates aficionados. The studio, simplistic in its elegance, is equipped with a variety of intriguing apparatuses. Here, expert instructors guide you through Joseph Pilates' original techniques, ensuring a workout that is as intellectually stimulating as it is physically rewarding.
Core Kensington Pilates Studio
Core Kensington
Location: 375 Kensington High Street, W14 8AZ
Price: Two introductory classes for £35, £35 for subsequent bookings
How to Book: Reserve your class online or by visiting their Kensington location.
Core Kensington offers an exclusive Pilates experience, where luxury meets personalized care. With only four reformer beds, the studio promises an intimate setting where every movement and posture receives expert attention. Suitable for various skill levels, the classes are crafted to cater to everyone from beginners to Pilates veterans, all in an upscale and welcoming environment.
The Refinery
Location: 14 Collent St, E9 6SG
Price: £8 for the first class, average £15 per class, class passes available
How to Book: Book via their website or in person at the studio.
The Refinery, nestled in the heart of East London, offers a diverse range of Pilates classes, including Mattitude and Hard-Core, tailored for both beginners and experts. This trendy studio, with its colourful ambience and resident dog, promises a Pilates experience that is both fun-filled and challenging, making it a must-visit for those looking to add a playful edge to their fitness routine.
LIM Studio
Location: 114 Highbury Park, N5 2XE
Price: £10 for first studio class, studio drop-in £17, block booking discounts
How to Book: Reserve your session on LIM Studio's website.
LIM Studio in Highbury is a tranquil haven for Pilates enthusiasts. Offering a blend of barre and Pilates, the studio provides a challenging yet upbeat environment. Expect a focus on technique and a range of yoga classes for a holistic fitness experience. The serene ambiance, coupled with expert guidance, makes LIM Studio an ideal retreat for mind and body rejuvenation.
Pilates HQ
Location: 4th Floor, 17 Islington High St, N1 9LQ
Price: Peak classes £25, off-peak £22
How to Book: Schedule your class through their online platform.
Overview: Pilates HQ, located just seconds from Angel underground, offers a convenient escape for Pilates lovers. The studio's lunchtime Reformer Pilates sessions are perfect for beginners. Classes are designed to be comfortably sized, ensuring personal attention and guidance, making Pilates HQ an ideal choice for those seeking a balanced and accessible Pilates experience.
TriYoga
Location: Camden, Chelsea, Ealing, Shoreditch
Price: Beginner's pack £39 for three classes, single class £30, block booking discounts
How to Book: Sign up on TriYoga's website or visit any of their locations.
TriYoga offers more than just yoga; it's a sanctuary for Pilates lovers too. With studios across London, each venue is a hub of holistic well-being, offering mat-based and equipment-based Pilates, alongside a range of treatments and a juice bar.
The friendly and welcoming atmosphere, coupled with expertly guided classes, make TriYoga a premier destination for those seeking a comprehensive approach to Pilates and wellness.
Revive Pilates Balham
REVIVE
Location: 249 Balham High Road, Tooting Bec, SW17 7BE
Price: Contact for pricing details
How to Book: Book online or at REVIVE's South London studios.
REVIVE offers Pilates classes for all intentions, from intense workouts to gentle stretching. The studio encourages a connection with core muscles and synchronizes breath
Paola’s Body Barre
Location: 2 Fulham High St, SW6 3LQ
Price: £30 for a single class, introductory offers and block bookings available
How to Book: Book online or visit the Fulham studio.
Paola’s Body Barre in Fulham offers a unique blend of mat-based Pilates and ballet barre. The 50-minute sessions are a dynamic fusion of cardio and classic Pilates moves, providing a rigorous workout that remains elegant and graceful. Ideal for those looking to combine the discipline of ballet with the core-strengthening benefits of Pilates.
Bootcamp Pilates
Location: 64 Porchester Rd, W2 6ET / 4 Red Lion St, TW9 1RW
Price: £35 for a single class, introductory offers and block bookings available
How to Book: Secure a class online or at the studio.
Bootcamp Pilates lives up to its name, offering a reformer-based class that challenges your endurance and strength. Known for its intense yet straightforward sessions, this studio caters to both beginners and advanced practitioners. The high-energy atmosphere, combined with a variety of Pilates equipment, guarantees a transformative workout experience.
Heartcore
Location: Bayswater, Chelsea, Fulham, Hampstead, Kensington, Notting Hill, St John’s Wood
Price: £25-£35 for a single class, block booking discounts
Welcome to the ultimate guide to Pilates studios in London, where we have curated a list of the city's 23 best spots.
Whether you're a beginner seeking to enhance your core strength and flexibility, or an experienced practitioner looking to deepen your practice, our carefully curated selection caters to every need.
From the industrial-chic vibes of urban warehouses to the serene retreats tucked away in the city's tranquil corners, these studios are not just fitness centers, but gateways to holistic well-being. Dive into our guide and discover the perfect studio to align with your fitness goals, lifestyle, and Pilates aspirations.
Blok Shoreditch
Blok
Location: Clapton, Shoreditch
Price: Single class £28, class pack discounts available
How to Book: Book online or visit their trendy studios.
Discover Blok, where urban charm blends with Pilates' sophistication. Their converted warehouse spaces exude an industrial chic vibe, while the Pilates classes unfold in warm, ambient rooms. Suitable for all skill levels, these sessions offer a balanced workout with an electrifying soundtrack, making each movement an experience in itself.
Frame
Location: Angel, Hammersmith, King’s Cross, Shoreditch, Victoria
Price: Drop-ins £16-23, Frame Card for discounted rates
How to Book: Visit Frame's official website or drop by any of their studios.
Immerse yourself in the sophisticated world of Frame, where reformer Pilates meets contemporary cool. Ideal for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, Frame's classes guide you through the nuances of Pilates, ensuring a blend of comfort and challenge. Their dynamic classes are a haven for core enthusiasts, promising an exhilarating burn in a setting of ultimate style.
NOBU Pilates
Location: Portman Square, Marylebone
Price: Classes from £37
How to Book: Visit Nobu Pilates for bookings and further information.
Nestled in the prestigious Nobu Hotel, Marylebone, NOBU Pilates is a sanctuary of wellness and rejuvenation. Led by the esteemed creative director Marsha Lindsay, this studio offers an exquisite Pilates experience, blending luxury with fitness. Specializing in reformer classes, NOBU Pilates focuses on enhancing glutes, abs, and overall cardiovascular health.
The studio provides a variety of equipment, including reformers, Cadillac, stability chairs, and barrels, to ensure each 40-minute session is both challenging and unique. Choose between the 'Pure' class, adhering to Joseph Pilates' original principles, or the 'Power' class, a high-intensity, full-body workout with a modern twist. Ideal for both beginners and advanced practitioners, NOBU Pilates is a haven for those seeking an elite Pilates experience in the heart of London.
FS8, Oxford Circus
Location: Oxford Circus
Price: Classes from £25, membership from £152 per month
How to Book: Book your class through the FS8 website
FS8 in Oxford Circus presents a unique fusion of Pilates, yoga, and strength training. This innovative studio offers workouts that integrate yoga techniques with reformer Pilates and strength-focused exercises, ideal for those seeking a challenging yet low-impact fitness regime.
Strong Pilates
Location: Islington
Price: Classes from £27, membership from £184 per month
How to Book: Schedule your class on Strong Pilates' website
Bringing an Australian flair to London, Strong Pilates in Islington offers a unique blend of Pilates, strength training, and rowing. Their classes, suited for various fitness levels, provide a comprehensive workout that targets every muscle group.
East of Eden, Walthamstow
Location: Walthamstow
Price: Contact the studio for pricing details
How to Book: Visit East of Eden's website or their Walthamstow location
East of Eden, situated in the heart of Walthamstow, is a fitness hub known for its diverse Pilates offerings, including reformer classes, pre- and post-natal sessions, and mat work. The studio's holistic approach extends to a variety of yoga classes, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a comprehensive wellness journey.
Exhale Pilates
Location: Primrose Hill, North Finchley
Price: £50 for a drop-in, discounts on block bookings
How to Book: Visit Exhale Pilates' website or their serene studios.
Exhale Pilates is a sanctuary for classical Pilates aficionados. The studio, simplistic in its elegance, is equipped with a variety of intriguing apparatuses. Here, expert instructors guide you through Joseph Pilates' original techniques, ensuring a workout that is as intellectually stimulating as it is physically rewarding.
Core Kensington Pilates Studio
Core Kensington
Location: 375 Kensington High Street, W14 8AZ
Price: Two introductory classes for £35, £35 for subsequent bookings
How to Book: Reserve your class online or by visiting their Kensington location.
Core Kensington offers an exclusive Pilates experience, where luxury meets personalized care. With only four reformer beds, the studio promises an intimate setting where every movement and posture receives expert attention. Suitable for various skill levels, the classes are crafted to cater to everyone from beginners to Pilates veterans, all in an upscale and welcoming environment.
The Refinery
Location: 14 Collent St, E9 6SG
Price: £8 for the first class, average £15 per class, class passes available
How to Book: Book via their website or in person at the studio.
The Refinery, nestled in the heart of East London, offers a diverse range of Pilates classes, including Mattitude and Hard-Core, tailored for both beginners and experts. This trendy studio, with its colourful ambience and resident dog, promises a Pilates experience that is both fun-filled and challenging, making it a must-visit for those looking to add a playful edge to their fitness routine.
LIM Studio
Location: 114 Highbury Park, N5 2XE
Price: £10 for first studio class, studio drop-in £17, block booking discounts
How to Book: Reserve your session on LIM Studio's website.
LIM Studio in Highbury is a tranquil haven for Pilates enthusiasts. Offering a blend of barre and Pilates, the studio provides a challenging yet upbeat environment. Expect a focus on technique and a range of yoga classes for a holistic fitness experience. The serene ambiance, coupled with expert guidance, makes LIM Studio an ideal retreat for mind and body rejuvenation.
Pilates HQ
Location: 4th Floor, 17 Islington High St, N1 9LQ
Price: Peak classes £25, off-peak £22
How to Book: Schedule your class through their online platform.
Overview: Pilates HQ, located just seconds from Angel underground, offers a convenient escape for Pilates lovers. The studio's lunchtime Reformer Pilates sessions are perfect for beginners. Classes are designed to be comfortably sized, ensuring personal attention and guidance, making Pilates HQ an ideal choice for those seeking a balanced and accessible Pilates experience.
TriYoga
Location: Camden, Chelsea, Ealing, Shoreditch
Price: Beginner's pack £39 for three classes, single class £30, block booking discounts
How to Book: Sign up on TriYoga's website or visit any of their locations.
TriYoga offers more than just yoga; it's a sanctuary for Pilates lovers too. With studios across London, each venue is a hub of holistic well-being, offering mat-based and equipment-based Pilates, alongside a range of treatments and a juice bar.
The friendly and welcoming atmosphere, coupled with expertly guided classes, make TriYoga a premier destination for those seeking a comprehensive approach to Pilates and wellness.
Revive Pilates Balham
REVIVE
Location: 249 Balham High Road, Tooting Bec, SW17 7BE
Price: Contact for pricing details
How to Book: Book online or at REVIVE's South London studios.
REVIVE offers Pilates classes for all intentions, from intense workouts to gentle stretching. The studio encourages a connection with core muscles and synchronizes breath
Paola’s Body Barre
Location: 2 Fulham High St, SW6 3LQ
Price: £30 for a single class, introductory offers and block bookings available
How to Book: Book online or visit the Fulham studio.
Paola’s Body Barre in Fulham offers a unique blend of mat-based Pilates and ballet barre. The 50-minute sessions are a dynamic fusion of cardio and classic Pilates moves, providing a rigorous workout that remains elegant and graceful. Ideal for those looking to combine the discipline of ballet with the core-strengthening benefits of Pilates.
Bootcamp Pilates
Location: 64 Porchester Rd, W2 6ET / 4 Red Lion St, TW9 1RW
Price: £35 for a single class, introductory offers and block bookings available
How to Book: Secure a class online or at the studio.
Bootcamp Pilates lives up to its name, offering a reformer-based class that challenges your endurance and strength. Known for its intense yet straightforward sessions, this studio caters to both beginners and advanced practitioners. The high-energy atmosphere, combined with a variety of Pilates equipment, guarantees a transformative workout experience.
Heartcore
Location: Bayswater, Chelsea, Fulham, Hampstead, Kensington, Notting Hill, St John’s Wood
Price: £25-£35 for a single class, block booking discounts