Tara Giacchino
“Beautiful studio, friendly and experienced instructors and fantastic customer service from the management. My first time at reformer pilates was a great experience and I can't wait to go back!”
Google review
Blackheath Standard, SE3
Reformer Pilates in Blackheath, built for total beginners
Seven reformers in one room on Stratheden Parade, and an instructor who takes you through the machine step by step before anything starts.
Seven reformers
Beginner classes weekly
Book direct, no ClassPass
Rated 4.7 from 20 Google reviews
Rated 4.7 from 20 Google reviews
Never used one before?
What is reformer Pilates?
A sliding carriage on springs
You push and pull against it, and the springs give you resistance and support at the same time. That is what makes it low impact and full body, and what separates it from a mat class.
The springs change everything
They do not work like normal weights. The further you stretch them, the heavier the resistance gets, so you are working through every inch of the movement.
Low impact, high result
You get stronger and more toned without the extra strain on your body, which is why reformer work suits knees, backs and everyone coming back from a long gap.
Set to your body, not the class
Spring resistance is adjustable on every machine, so the same class works for someone on their first ever session and someone who comes four times a week.
Five classes, one room
Our classes
Everything runs on the same seven reformers, on a ladder that goes Beginner, then Intermediate, then Dynamic. If you have never used a reformer, start with Reformer Beginner.
Reformer Beginner
Right for you if: You have never been on a reformer.
Your instructor takes you through the equipment step by step, so you know what every spring, strap and footbar does before you use it.
Modifications and progressions run through the whole class, so nothing is out of reach.
Reformer Intermediate
Right for you if: You know the machine and want more flow and coordination.
Longer sequences and more coordination, with the alignment and intentional-movement cues Genevieve builds her classes around.
Step up when the beginner class stops feeling like a puzzle.
Reformer Dynamic
Right for you if: You want pace, and you already know your way round the springs.
Faster transitions and less rest on the same seven reformers.
The springs get heavier the further you stretch them, which is exactly where the burn comes from.
Mummy&Me
Right for you if: Your baby is 0 to 12 months and you are not ready to leave them.
A safe play space sits alongside the reformers and you supervise your own baby throughout. It's a relaxed, supportive environment where you don't have to choose between self-care and childcare.
£28 per class, babies 0 to 12 months.
Over-60s Reformer
Right for you if: You want to move well without joint impact.
Spring resistance set light and progressed slowly, with posture corrected while you move.
Annette, three months in, reports improved balance and aches and pains much reduced.
Stratheden Parade, SE3
Our space
Seven AlignPilates reformers in one room, arched mirrors along one wall and tall sash windows along the other. Step in and you can see the whole class from anywhere in it.
Getting here
Find us on Stratheden Parade
We are on the parade at Blackheath Standard, not Blackheath Village. One room, seven reformers, and that is the whole studio.
Arrive five minutes early so we can set your reformer up. Once a class has started we cannot let anyone in, and grip socks are required.
3 month transformation
After 3 months I feel so much better, balance is improved and aches and pains much reduced.
The class is low impact by design. Spring resistance is set light and progressed slowly, and the instructor corrects your posture while you are moving rather than afterwards.
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It's just one hour.
Plans and pricing
Every price we charge is on this page. Start on the intro offer, then pick a membership or a class pack once you know how often you want to come.
New to Pilates? Start here
Intro Offer of 3
£55
Three classes for £55, new clients only, used within 21 days. Enough to do a beginner class, come back, and know whether this is for you.
Prefer more runway? Intro Offer of 5 is £99 on the same terms.
Memberships
Flexi 6
£135/mo
6 sessions a month. The lightest monthly plan, launched in July.
EnquireCore
£168/mo
8 sessions a month, which works out at £21 a class.
EnquireFlexi 10
£210/mo
10 sessions a month, for a steady twice-a-week rhythm.
EnquirePlus
£228/mo
12 sessions a month, £19 a class.
EnquireElite
Best rate£240/mo
15 sessions a month, £16 a class. The best per-class rate we run.
EnquireElite Pro
£290/mo
Unlimited sessions, every class on the timetable.
EnquireClass packs
No monthly commitment. Buy the classes, book them when you want them.
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Memberships are monthly and auto-renewing with a three month minimum. Class packs expire one month from first use. All bookings go direct through Mindbody.
Frequently asked questions
Anything else, call the studio on 07957 206218.
I have never used a reformer. Which class should I book first?+
Reformer Beginner. Your instructor takes you through the machine step by step before anything starts, and every movement has a modification if you need one.
Do I need to be fit or flexible?+
Not at all. Our classes are beginner-friendly, with modifications and progressions offered throughout, and you build strength, flexibility and confidence at your own pace.
How does the 3 classes for £55 offer work?+
It is for new clients. You buy the pack, then book your three classes through Mindbody, and you have 21 days to use them. There is a 5 classes for £99 version if you want a little longer.
What do I wear, and what do I bring?+
Fitted, comfortable clothing and grip socks. Grip socks are required, and we sell them at the studio if you do not have a pair. Arrive five minutes early to settle in, because for safety we cannot let anyone into a reformer class once it has started.
How many people are in a class?+
Seven. That is how many reformers are in the room, so it is a hard cap. It is also the reason your instructor can watch how you move and correct you as you go.
Can I still book through ClassPass?+
No. We have left ClassPass. Everything is booked direct now, either on this site or through the Mindbody app.
Who teaches the classes?+
Tashan, Genevieve, Hollie and Ying. Tashan puts it like this: “I don’t expect perfection, just for my clients to feel safe, supported and to notice progression.” Genevieve: “I emphasise alignment, dynamic flow, and intentional movement, creating classes that feel both grounded and energising.”
Am I tied into anything?+
Memberships are monthly and auto-renewing, with a three month minimum. Class packs expire one month after you first use them. The intro offer has no commitment at all beyond the 21 day window.
Your first class
Book your first class at The Pilates Grounds
Your intro pack covers three classes for £55, and you have 21 days to use them. Pick the first one below and we will take it from there.
- Arrive 5 minutes early so we can set your reformer up
- Grip socks needed, on sale at the studio if you forget
- Seven reformers, so you get watched and corrected
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