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ISSUE 37
Redefining Advanced Pilates
In the May issue of The Pilates Journal, we explore what “advanced” really means - alongside World Pilates Day. From questioning class levels to the rise of the hybrid mover, this issue looks at how Pilates is evolving. Featuring insights from Pilates Anytime and Brent Anderson, plus a review of the best at-home reformers available now.
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Featured articles
Pilates is evolving. We discuss with Pilates Anytime the rise of the hybrid mover - and what it means for the future of the method.
Are clients really in the right class level - or just choosing what suits their schedule? This piece explores how you can help your clients progress and find the right level.
Thinking about an at-home reformer? This guide explores the standout options - and what to consider before you invest.
What does “advanced” really mean in Pilates? This article unpacks the difference between an advanced body and an advanced class - and why they’re often confused.
Pilates is booming - but what happens next? This piece explores what the industry can learn from yoga’s trajectory, and what it will take to scale without losing its depth.
New industry data by Bsport explores why visibility alone isn’t enough and what actually drives long-term studio growth, retention and member loyalty.
What does it take to build a true digital Pilates business? This story explores the shift from content to curriculum and how Meghan used Uscreen to power it.
What does it actually take to open your first Pilates studio? This story explores how building a business can quietly reshape your identity, leadership and direction in the industry.
Cleaning is no longer just operational - it’s part of the studio experience. This piece explores how Wipex is rethinking hygiene through wellness, scent and member experience.
What if becoming an “expert” isn’t the goal - but the byproduct of time? This piece explores the real stages of growth every Pilates teacher moves through with Polestar Pilates CEO Brent Anderson.
A fully adaptive Pilates class for wheelchair users may still be uncommon in boutique fitness, but instructor Anna Sarol is working to change that. Read on.
We speak with US Instructor Milan Jordan about her Pilates career to date and her teaching focus.
Can Pilates support rheumatoid arthritis as effectively as traditional exercise? This column explores what the research reveals - and why it matters for programming.
The Pilates Association Australia (PAA) has announced the appointment of its newly elected President, Kimberley Garlick.
Private health fund rebates are being reintroduced for Pilates in Australia. Find out how it will impact your studio.
As the Pilates market becomes more saturated, programming diversification is on the rise - bringing new considerations for your studio offering.
A two-day gathering of instructors, studio owners, and educators shaping the future of Pilates. Explore the Expo floor to discover, compare, and invest in everything you need to grow - or open - your studio.
Meghann Koppele Duffy returns to Australia, bringing her neuroscience-driven approach to Pilates back to instructors.
KX Pilates is opening up its education model. With the launch of the KX Institute, a new digital platform introduces flexible, entry-level pathways into Pilates—signalling a shift in how the next generation of instructors will be trained.
Choosing a Pilates teacher training is one of the biggest career decisions you’ll make - here are five key questions to ask before you invest.
FitBoutique Reformer Review: The Emerging Commercial Pilates Equipment Brand to Watch.
In Pilates, we often talk about form, alignment, and precision. Beneath all of that is something deeper: embodiment. Read on.
One of the largest luxury Pilates studios in the United States is opening this spring in NYC and it’s making waves.
In just 14 months, the fast-growing Australian brand has blended large-scale recreation spaces with reformer studios to attract nearly 13,000 members nationwide.
How to Prepare for a Smooth, Profitable Exit when selling your Pilates studio. Read on.
Here’s what no one’s talking about: AI, when used well, can actually protect your highly personalised studio. Read on.
How Strong Systems Allow Studios to Scale Without Losing Their Soul. Learn more.
Can Pilates enhance sports performance and be sports specific? Learn more.
Inside a Connecticut Pilates space where luxury is defined by precision, connection, and deeply personalised teaching. Read on.
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