Equipment orientation
Learn the carriage, springs, footbar, straps, and basic setup adjustments used in class.
Discover the Reformer Experience · Reformer starting point
Discover the Reformer Experience
Begin Reformer Pilates with guided equipment orientation, foundational movement, and help choosing the class level that fits your experience.
$49
Discover the Reformer ExperienceIntroductory Class Pack
Includes:
- One Reformer orientation class.
- Two regularly scheduled all-level Pilates Reformer classes.
- Use of a Pilates Reformer mat and grippy socks for all three classes.
Excludes: Studio classes, therapeutic bodywork sessions, and energetic healing sessions.
A guided first step
Learn the equipment before being asked to keep up.
The Reformer adds spring resistance, a moving carriage, straps, and adjustable support to Pilates movement. This introductory pathway is designed to reduce uncertainty, establish safe equipment use, and help identify a practical next class.
- Become familiar with the Reformer setup
- Practice foundational movement and transitions
- Learn common language and equipment cues
- Identify an appropriate class starting level
What is Reformer Pilates?
Spring-based resistance with support, feedback, and range.
The Reformer can make movement more supported, more challenging, or both. Adjustable springs and equipment positions create feedback that helps you work with control, coordination, stability, and attention.
This is different from Mat Pilates, which primarily uses bodyweight and small props. Both share Pilates principles, but the equipment experience and introductory path are distinct.
Compare Pilates optionsWhat to expect
Orientation before intensity.
Your first experience should help you understand the equipment and move with greater confidence—not test how quickly you can follow a full class.
Foundational movement
Practice control, breath, alignment, and common transitions at an appropriate pace.
Next-step guidance
Ask questions and identify the class level or continued support that best fits your experience.
This introductory class pack may fit if
You are new to the equipment or want a stronger restart.
- You have never used a Pilates Reformer.
- You want guided equipment orientation before a group class.
- You are returning after time away and want to review the foundations.
- You value strength, stability, control, and low-impact movement.
- You want help choosing an appropriate Reformer class level.
Reformer Pilates is not included in Discover the Studio Experience pathway. Choose Discover the Reformer Experience for equipment-based Pilates.
Looking for Yoga, Barre, Mat Pilates, or Meditation?
How to begin
Three steps to a confident start.
Review and purchase your class pack
Review eligibility, included sessions, activation, and expiration in checkout, then sign in or create your account to purchase.
Purchase Class PackComplete your orientation
Learn the equipment and foundational movements with the level of guidance included in the current offer.
Ask About Reformer OrientationChoose your next class
Use your orientation guidance and the current schedule to reserve an appropriate Reformer class.
View Reformer classesDiscover the Reformer Experience questions
Understand the equipment pathway before you begin.
Is Reformer Pilates the same as Mat Pilates?
No. Both use Pilates principles, but Reformer Pilates uses spring-based equipment while Mat Pilates primarily uses bodyweight and small props.
Do I need Pilates experience?
No. This introductory class pack is specifically designed to establish familiarity with the equipment and foundational movement.
Is Reformer included in Discover the Studio Experience?
No. Reformer Pilates has a separate introductory pathway because it uses specialized equipment and different booking capacity.
How do I know which class level to take next?
Your introductory experience should help identify the next class that fits your familiarity, movement confidence, and support needs. Ask us about class levels and prerequisites.
Ready to meet the Reformer?