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Bright reformer studio with rows of reformers at Bodies and Pilates in North Hollywood

Every group class we teach is 50 minutes on a professional Merrithew reformer, with no more than 7 people in the room. An experienced instructor watches your form from start to finish. Pick a class by how you want to feel, or start with Beginner if the reformer is new to you.

The Classes

We offer classes for all fitness levels and private sessions can be tailored to meet your individual needs.

The Apparatus

What is reformer Pilates?

The reformer is a sliding carriage on a frame, with springs, a footbar, and straps for your hands and feet. The springs add resistance to classic Pilates movements, and they are easy on your joints.

Your instructor changes the springs to make each exercise harder or more supportive, so the same machine works for you on your first day and every class after.

Book Your $25 First Class
Standing split on the reformer in front of the logo wall at Bodies and Pilates in North Hollywood

Beginner · 50 minutes

Beginner

New to the reformer? Our Beginner class takes it slow and teaches you the basics: the springs, the footbar, and how to find your alignment. Your instructor coaches your form the whole way through.

Who it is for
First-timers, anyone returning after time off, people working around restrictions, and regulars who want to sharpen the basics.
Difficulty
Beginner
What to expect in 50 minutes
  • Your instructor sets you up on the reformer and explains the springs and footbar.
  • Foundational footwork, core, and arm work at a steady pace.
  • Coaching on your form throughout, with modifications whenever you need them.
  • A short stretch to close, so you leave knowing what you worked and why.

Moderate to challenging, best after a few Beginner classes · 50 minutes

Full Body

This is our classic class. We work your legs, arms, and core on the reformer, with props when you want more. If you know the basics, start here.

Who it is for
Clients who know the reformer basics and want a complete strength workout. Brand new? Start with Beginner.
Difficulty
Moderate to challenging, best after a few Beginner classes
What to expect in 50 minutes
  • A warm-up that wakes up breath, core, and hips.
  • Lower body, upper body, and core sequences on the reformer, with props for added challenge.
  • Spring changes and modifications so the work fits your level.
  • A cool-down stretch before you step off the reformer.
Row of clients in a plank on the reformers during a group class at Bodies and Pilates in North Hollywood

All levels, gentle · 50 minutes

Flexibility

Feeling tight? Our Flexibility class is slower and restorative, with the springs supporting every stretch. Expect work for your hips, spine, and shoulders, and a calm finish.

Who it is for
Anyone feeling tight, recovering from a hard week of training, or wanting to move more easily day to day.
Difficulty
All levels, gentle
What to expect in 50 minutes
  • Breath work to slow down and settle in.
  • Active stretches on the reformer, with spring support to ease you deeper.
  • Mobility work for the hips, spine, and shoulders.
  • A calm finish that leaves you looser than you arrived.
Mermaid side stretch on the reformer at Bodies and Pilates in North Hollywood

All levels · 55 minutes

Private

One-on-one with your instructor for 55 minutes. We plan every exercise and spring setting around you. Want to bring a friend or partner? Book a duet.

Who it is for
Beginners who want a head start, clients working around an injury with their doctor's OK, and anyone who prefers individual attention.
Difficulty
All levels
What to expect in 55 minutes
  • A conversation about your goals, history, and any injuries.
  • A session planned around you, on the reformer and with props as needed.
  • Continuous coaching on form, at your pace.
  • Clear next steps, whether that is group classes or more private work.
Two clients seated on Pilates chairs for a duet session at Bodies and Pilates in North Hollywood

$100 for 55 minutes. Duets $70 per person.

Also on the schedule

Abs and Assets

Abs and Assets is a 50-minute reformer class on our weekly schedule.

See Abs and Assets class times
Bridge on the reformer with a resistance band at Bodies and Pilates in North Hollywood

Your first class is $25.

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