Our studiosstudios to (re)discover Pilates

For several years now, Pilates has established itself as the go-to alternative practice, combining fitness and well-being. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, the Pilates method consists of a sequence of exercises designed to improve posture, strengthen deep muscles, and enhance coordination – all supported by controlled breathing. This low-impact practice, gentle on the joints, first developed as mat-based work before evolving to include resistance-based machines such as the reformer. Standards has selected these must-visit studios for you to practise Pilates.

Paradisio Pilates Club

Located on Rue Paradis in Marseille, Paradisio Pilates Club aims to make Pilates accessible to everyone by combining traditional Pilates principles with a more contemporary approach, creating an experience that is both engaging and enjoyable. When it comes to classes, you can choose between full-body sessions or more targeted workouts. The studio offers both group and private classes, and it is even possible to hire the space exclusively for an event. The extra touch: a proper café corner serving delicious drinks, allowing you to extend the experience after your session.

Paradisio Pilates Club
133 Rue Paradis, 13006 Marseille
www.paradisiopilates.club
@paradisiopilatesclub

Rates: €28 per class – various packages available – monthly memberships also offered.

Barefoot Reformer Pilates

Now heading to the South West to discover Barefoot, a fully equipped Pilates studio that combines a welcoming atmosphere with high-quality equipment. On the programme: group classes on six reformer machines, as well as mat Pilates sessions (floor-based, on a mat), with varying levels of intensity to suit your preferences and ability. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, Barefoot is the perfect place to practise with complete peace of mind. And following its openings in Biarritz and Hossegor, Barefoot has just arrived in Bayonne – so there’s no better time to give it a try!

Barefoot Reformer Pilates
www.barefootreformer.com
@barefoot.reformer.pilates

Rates: €30 per reformer class – €20 per mat class – various packages available – monthly memberships also offered.

Reformation Pilates

Reformation Pilates studios immerse you in a calming atmosphere, enhanced by natural light and a minimalist aesthetic. Whether private or group-based, classes take place across three types of equipment – reformer, tower, and combo – and are available at three different levels, from beginner to more advanced. To complement their expertise, Reformation Pilates regularly organises wellness retreats in exceptional locations. A beautiful treat to give yourself – or to receive.

Reformation Pilates – Paris
www.reformation-pilates.com
@reformation.pilates

Rates: €35 per class – various packages available.

Photos: Timothée Chambovet

KORE STUDIO

A hybrid concept, the Kore method is built around strength training performed on a reformer machine. Each 50-minute session guarantees optimal intensity through a variety of exercise combinations. The promise? 100% intensity, 0% impact on the joints. An appealing alternative for reformer enthusiasts looking to push their limits and focus on high-intensity strength training without joint strain. Don’t expect traditional Pilates, however, as KORE only incorporates certain elements of the practice.

KORE STUDIO – Paris
www.kore-studio.com
@kore.studiosparis

Rates: €45 per class – various packages available.

Burning Bar

If you’re looking for an alternative to classic mat Pilates, Burning Bar is for you. This studio offers hot Pilates sessions – floor-based Pilates exercises performed in a room heated to 35°C, helping you burn more calories and eliminate toxins more effectively. The warmth of the studio evokes the feeling of a spa, which is why you can also treat yourself to massage sessions and lymphatic drainage after your workout.

Burning Bar
42 avenue Raymond Poincaré, 75116 Paris
www.burningbar.fr
@burningbarparis

Rates: €40 per class – various packages available.

RIISE

More than a practice, a state of mind. At RIISE, you let go and immerse yourself in a soft darkness that allows you to forget the outside world. After yoga, RIISE has expanded its expertise to include Pilates – always with intensity, precision, and release. Whether on the mat or the reformer, RIISE has perfectly adapted its method. The latest addition? RIISE Prenatal Pilates, gentle classes designed for pregnant women, as well as for anyone seeking a highly focused approach to better understanding their body.

RIISE
www.riise-studios.com
@riise_studios

Rates: €29 per class – various packages available.