Where to Take Pilates in Boston

In honor of National Pilates Day in May, we’re shining a spotlight on one of the most powerful practices in fitness: Pilates.

With its blend of strength, control, and intentional movement, Pilates supports everything from core stability to better posture and mobility. While it’s been around for over 100 years, Pilates is having a major moment... and for good reason! Whether you're craving a classic reformer session or a high-energy, Pilates-inspired Megaformer class, Boston is full of incredible studios to explore. Scroll on to see some of our favorite spots around the city.

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Traditional & Contemporary Pilates Studios

These studios focus on classical and contemporary Pilates methods, offering mat, reformer, and apparatus-based workouts for all levels.

Boston Body Pilates – 📍 Waterfront, Back Bay

Located in the North End/Waterfront area and Back Bay, Boston Body Pilates offers small group Reformer, Mat, and Pilates Chair classes, as well as private sessions. The studio welcomes all levels and ages in a warm and serene environment.

Endurance Pilates and Yoga – 📍 South End

Endurance Pilates and Yoga provides authentic Pilates experiences using Gratz equipment. The studio emphasizes proper alignment and biomechanics, offering a range of classes to enhance strength, flexibility, and overall well-being.

Impact Pilates – 📍 South End

Impact Pilates is a boutique private studio offering personalized Pilates instruction focusing on strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. They provide in-person private and partner equipment sessions, as well as remote sessions via Zoom.

JPPilates – 📍 Charlestown

JPPilates, led by award-winning instructor Jennifer Phelan, offers in-studio, outdoor, and on-demand video classes. Known for high-energy sessions, the studio provides a nurturing space for Pilates and Barre-inspired workouts.

Lyon Pilates – 📍 Beacon Hill

Lyon Pilates utilizes the classical Romana’s Pilates Method to help clients achieve health and wellness goals. The studio focuses on correct postural alignment, kinetic awareness, muscle memory, flexibility, and overall strength.

MBB Pilates – 📍 Charlestown

MBB Pilates is a boutique studio offering tailored Pilates equipment sessions, including privates, duets, and group classes both in-person and virtual. The fully equipped studio caters to various fitness levels and goals.

Movement with Jill – 📍 West End

Movement with Jill provides virtual and in-person Pilates training, offering on-demand classes suitable for all levels. The studio emphasizes accessibility, allowing clients to practice Pilates anytime and anywhere.

My Pilates Studio – 📍 South End & North End 

Whether you're brand new to Pilates, a senior, athlete or an enthusiast, My Pilates Studio’s highly experienced, dedicated teachers use low-impact, science-based exercises and offer a variety of classes and private sessions tailored to you.

Pilates Back Bay – 📍 Back Bay

Pilates Back Bay is a fully equipped boutique studio offering private and small group lessons. The experienced instructors provide customized programs based on individual needs and goals, accommodating various fitness levels.

The Pilates Lab – 📍 Back Bay

The Pilates Lab is a contemporary studio maintaining a comprehensive, therapeutic approach to movement. They offer private sessions focusing on proper alignment and biomechanics to support total well-being.

Pilates Fusion & Megaformer Studios

For those looking for a high-intensity, strength-focused twist on Pilates, these studios incorporate the Megaformer or other equipment for an amplified workout.

bTone Fitness – 📍 South Boston, Back Bay, North End

bTone Fitness offers a 45-minute, resistance-based workout that goes beyond traditional Pilates. The studio focuses on slow movements for fast results, providing a challenging yet low-impact fitness experience.

[solidcore] – 📍Fenway, North Station, Seaport, South End, and more

[solidcore] delivers high-intensity, low-impact full-body workouts on Pilates-inspired reformers. The 50-minute classes are designed to break down muscles to failure, promoting strength and endurance. ​

SLT Back Bay – 📍 Back Bay

SLT (Strengthen, Lengthen, Tone) provides Pilates-based workouts with one-to-one, semi-private, and group options. The studio focuses on delivering sculpted bodies and enhanced wellness through dynamic classes.

Studio78 – 📍 South Boston 

Studio78 offers Mat Pilates Fusion and Sculpt classes, aiming to create a vibrant fitness community. The studio emphasizes empowering workouts that are both fun and challenging, welcoming individuals to achieve their fitness goals.

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Pilates is an incredible way to enhance mobility, prevent injuries, and build deep core strength. Whether you're sticking to the fundamentals or exploring modern Pilates-inspired workouts, these Boston studios offer expert instruction and a welcoming environment to help you move with confidence.

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