Best Pilates in London: 8 Studios Compared by Class Type
For reformer, try Tempo 301 in Shoreditch or Sentiré in Belgravia. For rehab, Complete Pilates in Chelsea. For mat classes, Katie's Pilates in Tooting. Eight London studios compared by class type.
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For reformer Pilates in London, Tempo 301 in Shoreditch and Sentiré Pilates in Belgravia are the two small-group studios reviewers rate most highly. For rehab-minded classes choose Complete Pilates in Chelsea, and for mat classes with a local feel try Katie's Pilates in Tooting. This guide sorts eight studios by the kind of class they teach and who each one suits.
Reformer Pilates in London
A reformer class uses a sliding carriage and springs, and the studios below are the ones where reviewers talk mainly about reformer work.
Tempo 301, on Cygnet Street in Shoreditch, is rated 5.0. Reviewers describe small classes that are challenging, varied and well structured, with adjustments for lower and higher levels and a steady pace. Bella and Gina are the teachers most often praised for individual corrections, and reviewers say each teacher has their own style while the fundamentals stay consistent. No recurring criticism appears.
London
Tempo 301 - E1 | Shoreditch
Small-class Pilates studio in London with reformer sessions for different levels; Bella and Gina are the most praised instructors.
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Sentiré Pilates Belgravia, on Eccleston Place, is also rated 5.0. Small groups and semi-private sessions are the draw: reviewers describe a serene, spotless room, professional machines and instructors who correct and give personal attention throughout. Roisin is praised for a well-planned, challenging circuit and Betty for explaining how each muscle works. There is also a treatment room offering massage and rehab sessions.
London
Sentiré Pilates Belgravia
Serene, spotless Pilates studio in London with small and semi-private classes, attentive instructors and private hire for events.
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Absolute Studios, on Heathman's Road near Parsons Green, is rated 4.9 and runs reformer classes from beginner to intermediate level. Members say the equipment has been refurbished and the instructors adapt exercises for injuries and joint problems. Many have attended for years and describe a friendly, family-like community with classes at varied times. Reviewers report no recurring criticism.
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Absolute Studios
Parsons Green reformer Pilates studio with new equipment, levels from beginner to intermediate, and adaptable teaching.
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Hot and mat Pilates
Tribe Waterloo, on Lower Marsh, is rated 4.8 and combines reformer, hot Pilates and mat Pilates development classes. Reviewers describe a modern, clean studio, a welcoming team and clear explanations. One regular who joined after a running injury describes clear progress in leg strength over eight months. The criticisms are about money: a £12.50 fee for missed or late cancellations, and membership fees some call high. For more on heated classes, see our hot Pilates guide for London.
London
Tribe Waterloo | Yoga & Pilates
Modern yoga and Pilates studio in London with reformer, hot Pilates and mat classes, praised for teachers Helen and Mic.
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Katie's Pilates, in Tooting Methodist Church, is rated 5.0 and is a mat-class studio rather than a reformer one. Reviewers say sessions change from week to week, with balls and weights, and that options let each person work at their own level. Katie is praised for remembering everyone's name and adapting exercises for injuries and pregnancy. Postnatal and baby-friendly sessions run alongside regular classes, and some classes are online. Many regulars have attended for years and call it good value.
London
Katie's Pilates
Varied Pilates classes in London with balls, weights and adaptable levels, a mixed, long-standing community and baby-friendly sessions.
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Pilates classes in London for rehab and injury
Complete Pilates Chelsea, on Fulham Road, is rated 5.0 and is linked to a physiotherapy practice. Reviewers describe physio-led sessions tailored to injuries, hypermobility and back pain, with home exercises and attention to consultant reports. Several describe clear progress after weeks or months, including better posture, more strength and less pain. Nobody reports a recurring problem. It is the one to choose when the goal is recovery rather than a workout.
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Complete Pilates Chelsea
Chelsea Pilates studio linked to Complete Physio, with physio-led sessions for injuries, back pain and rehabilitation.
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Classical Pilates and beginner courses
Pi Pilates Studio, on Parkgate Road in SW11, teaches classical Pilates, including Contrology work on the tower. Reviewers describe a bright space full of natural light and plants, careful instruction and corrections, and prices they call fair. Luke is praised for welcoming beginners and experienced students alike. It is rated 4.9; one reviewer found it not challenging enough and another disliked the music.
London
Pi Pilates Studio London | Pilates Classes | Pilates Teacher Training
Classical Pilates studio in London with a bright, plant-filled space, tower classes and attentive instructors such as Luke.
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Down To Earth Yoga, Pilates & Massage, on Brecknock Road in north London, is rated 4.9 and has two studios. Natalia Barbosa's Pilates classes are singled out as precise, and the five-week beginners' Pilates course is praised as a good start. The front desk is the main criticism: some find it unwelcoming, though others call the studio pleasant with great teachers.
London
Down To Earth Yoga, Pilates & Massage
Yoga and Pilates studio in London with precise Pilates classes, a five-week beginners' course and massage treatments.
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For a wider choice, see all Pilates studios in London, every yoga and Pilates studio in London or our guide to yoga in London.
At a glance
| Studio | Address or area | Rating | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo 301 | Cygnet Street, Shoreditch | 5.0 | Small reformer classes | – |
| Sentiré Pilates Belgravia | Eccleston Place, Belgravia | 5.0 | Small groups and personal attention | – |
| Absolute Studios | Heathman's Road, Parsons Green | 4.9 | Reformer for injuries and long-term members | – |
| Tribe Waterloo | Lower Marsh, Waterloo | 4.8 | Reformer, hot and mat in one place | Cancellation fee, membership cost |
| Katie's Pilates | Tooting Methodist Church | 5.0 | Varied mat classes, postnatal sessions | – |
| Complete Pilates Chelsea | Fulham Road, Chelsea | 5.0 | Physio-led rehab | – |
| Pi Pilates Studio | Parkgate Road, SW11 | 4.9 | Classical Pilates on the tower | One reviewer found it not challenging enough |
| Down To Earth | Brecknock Road, N19 | 4.9 | A five-week beginners' course | Front desk manner |
Which studio is right for you?
If you want a hard reformer workout in a small group, go to Tempo 301 or Sentiré Pilates in Belgravia. If you have an injury or a niggling joint and want the teacher to adapt, go to Absolute Studios, or to Complete Pilates in Chelsea if you want physiotherapists involved.
If you want mat work with a community feel, go to Katie's Pilates. If you want to try heat as well as reformer, go to Tribe Waterloo, and check the cancellation terms first. If you prefer the classical method, go to Pi Pilates Studio. If you are new to Pilates, take the five-week beginners' course at Down To Earth.
This guide was compiled from studio listings and visitor reviews, with AI assistance.
Top-rated pilates studios in London
Live from the FindYoga directory, ranked by rating and number of reviews. Paying never changes this order.
1London
Tempo 301 - E1 | Shoreditch
Small-class Pilates studio in London with reformer sessions for different levels; Bella and Gina are the most praised instructors.
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2London
Sentiré Pilates Belgravia
Serene, spotless Pilates studio in London with small and semi-private classes, attentive instructors and private hire for events.
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3London
Absolute Studios
Parsons Green reformer Pilates studio with new equipment, levels from beginner to intermediate, and adaptable teaching.
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4London
Tribe Waterloo | Yoga & Pilates
Modern yoga and Pilates studio in London with reformer, hot Pilates and mat classes, praised for teachers Helen and Mic.
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5London
Katie's Pilates
Varied Pilates classes in London with balls, weights and adaptable levels, a mixed, long-standing community and baby-friendly sessions.
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6London
Complete Pilates Chelsea
Chelsea Pilates studio linked to Complete Physio, with physio-led sessions for injuries, back pain and rehabilitation.
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7London
Pi Pilates Studio London | Pilates Classes | Pilates Teacher Training
Classical Pilates studio in London with a bright, plant-filled space, tower classes and attentive instructors such as Luke.
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8London
Down To Earth Yoga, Pilates & Massage
Yoga and Pilates studio in London with precise Pilates classes, a five-week beginners' course and massage treatments.
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Questions
Where can I do reformer Pilates in London?
Tempo 301 in Shoreditch, Sentiré Pilates in Belgravia, Absolute Studios near Parsons Green and Tribe Waterloo all run reformer classes. Reviewers describe small groups and detailed corrections at the first two.
Which London Pilates studio is best for injuries?
Complete Pilates Chelsea is linked to a physiotherapy practice and reviewers describe sessions tailored to injuries, hypermobility and back pain. Absolute Studios is also praised for adapting exercises to knee and joint problems.
Are there Pilates classes in London for beginners?
Down To Earth in north London runs a five-week beginners' Pilates course that reviewers praise as a good start. Absolute Studios offers reformer classes from beginner to intermediate level.
Is there hot Pilates in London?
Tribe Waterloo offers hot Pilates alongside reformer and mat classes. Our hot Pilates guide covers heated studios in more detail.
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