Pilates
Pilates with instructors who know the method
Reformer, mat, clinical, or prenatal. Find a certified pilates instructor and book a session that fits the body you have right now.
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A method designed around control, breath, and precision
Pilates was developed in the early twentieth century by Joseph Pilates as a method to rehabilitate, strengthen, and balance the body. A century later it remains one of the most respected systems for building deep core stability, joint mobility, and an aligned, capable body. MoveMentors connects you to instructors trained in classical, contemporary, and clinical pilates approaches.
Mat pilates uses your bodyweight and small props like rings, bands, and balls. It is widely available, lower cost, and excellent for building the foundational connection between breath and movement. Reformer pilates uses a sliding carriage with springs and pulleys, allowing for assisted, resisted, and supported movement that is gentle on joints and rich in feedback.
If you are recovering from an injury, working with chronic pain, or returning to movement after pregnancy or surgery, look for instructors with clinical or rehabilitation training. They work closely with physiotherapists, design programmes around specific limitations, and progress you safely over weeks rather than minutes.
Group classes are great for energy and structure. Private sessions give you individual attention and a programme built around your goals, whether that is a stronger core after pregnancy, better posture after years at a desk, or sharper performance in your sport.
Who it is for
Who pilates is for
- People rebuilding core strength after pregnancy, surgery, or a sedentary stretch
- Office workers and desk-bound professionals wanting better posture and less back pain
- Dancers, runners, climbers, and golfers using pilates for stability and injury prevention
- Anyone with chronic low-back pain or hypermobility who needs precision and control
- Older adults building balance, bone density, and joint resilience
Why practice
What pilates does for the body
Deep core strength
Pilates trains the deep stabilisers around the spine, pelvis, and shoulders that surface workouts often skip, giving you a more controlled and resilient body.
Joint-friendly conditioning
The method works through full range of motion under controlled load, building strength without the high-impact wear that some other training methods cause.
Posture and alignment
Pilates rebuilds the postural muscles weakened by long hours of sitting, helping you stand taller, move better, and reduce pain in the neck, shoulders, and lower back.
Mind-body connection
Each repetition asks for breath, focus, and precision. Students consistently report sharper proprioception and better coordination across all their other training.
Specialties
Find your specific style
Browse the full range within Pilates, each taught by mentors trained in that lineage.
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Frequently asked
Common questions about Pilates
What is the difference between mat and reformer pilates?
Mat pilates uses bodyweight and small props on a mat. Reformer pilates uses a specialised machine with a sliding carriage and springs. Reformer is more expensive per class but gives more support and feedback, which is especially useful for rehab and beginners.
Do I need to be fit before starting pilates?
No. Pilates is one of the most accessible methods because every exercise has progressions and regressions. A qualified instructor will start you at the right level and add complexity as your control improves.
How often should I do pilates to see results?
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