Reformer Pilates

Experience Higher State Reformer Pilates and Wellness Studio 
at Somerville Recreation Centre

When you join our 'Higher State' Wellness Membership, you can will gain access to state-of-the-art Reformer Pilates equipment and outstanding instructors. 

What is Reformer Pilates?

Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movements. Named after its creator, Joseph Pilates, who developed the program in the 1920's, Pilates emphasises correct postural alignment, core strength and muscle balance. 
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Reformer Pilates is a type of resistance-based pilates that is performed on a Reformer Pilates bed. A Reformer Pilates bed features a bed-like platform, which rolls back and forth on wheels within a frame. At the end of the bed there are foot bars and at the top of the bed there are straps with handles.

During the class you use your body weight and set a level of resistance of the springs, to build strength and activate your muscles. You may be asked to place your hands or feet within the straps and foot bars depending on the exercise. All parts of the reformer equipment and class can be adjusted for different levels of fitness and skill.

Premium Equipment - Peak Pilates Reformer Beds

Our beautiful Higher State wellness studio features state-of-the-art MVe® Peak Pilates Reformer Beds. 



The MVe® Reformer beds are sleek, precision-built aluminum frames possessing the features and quality of the finest professional studio reformers. The innovative design of MVe beds includes features not found on other standard stackable reformers. Our beds are very user-friendly and will have a retractable shoulder-block, retractable risers and a gear bar selection for maximum adjustability and comfort.

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