If you’re searching for a low-impact form of exercise that strengthens while improving your postural alignment and flexibility, Pilates is a great choice. From heated classes to incorporating Reformers, Toronto has no shortage of amazing Pilates studios around the city to choose from.
Here are 12 Pilates studios in Toronto to try for your next work out:
1. Solis Movement
Solis Movement has just opened up their third location in East Toronto, adding to the one in Etobicoke and one on King Street West. Be prepared to work up quite the sweat in their high energy infrared heated yoga and HIIT Pilates classes, or at their specially curated reformer classes that focus on high energy and high exertion.
Where: 3451 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke / 548 King St W, Toronto / 10 St. Lawrence St., Toronto
2. Jaybird
With two studios operating in Toronto, Jaybird offers Reformer classes at its Yorkville location on Bloor St. W, in addition to its mat-only classes on Queen St. W. The dimly-lit classes are illuminated with battery-operated candles, encouraging attendees to hone in on their form and alignment. Class types range from relaxing, breathwork stretch classes to more intense full-body activations with the use of bands and balls.
Where: 110 Bloor St. W, Toronto / 735 Queen St. W, Toronto
3. LSDR Studios
LSDR Studios on King West is known for its signature “Low Spring, Deep Resistance” approach, delivering a challenging reformer Pilates experience focused on time under tension. The studio offers low-impact, high-intensity classes designed to build strength and endurance, all within an energetic, modern space that appeals to the active King West crowd. LSDR also incorporates a multi-sensory experience, utilizing sight, scent, and sound in their classes.
Where: 543 Richmond St W, Toronto
4. Sweat & Tonic
This state-of-the-art fitness and wellness club currently has two locations in Toronto, as well as a third location to open in Yorkville. With over 200 classes per week to choose from, Pilates offerings range in intensity, one of the hardest being their Hot HIIT Pilates class done in an infrared-heated room. All you need to bring is yourself, as complimentary mats, props, and towels are all set up in advance.
Where: 225 Yonge St., Toronto / 486 Front St. W, Toronto
5. Fortides Pilates
Fortides Pilates now has two locations in Toronto, offering small group Reformer Pilates classes seven days a week in their serene, minimalist studios in Roncesvalles and now Bloor West Village. Known for expert instruction, premium equipment, and a welcoming atmosphere, the studio blends classical and contemporary Pilates for consistently challenging workouts. They also offer specialized classes like pre/postnatal Pilates, men’s classes, and cardio-trampoline sessions. Fortides hosts regular events and private sessions for occasions like birthdays and bachelorette parties – check their schedule and social media for updates.
Where: 149 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto / 532 Annette St., Toronto
6. Ki Movement Studio
You’ll find Ki Movement Studio in Toronto’s Queen West neighbourhood, offering a diverse range of reformer class styles tailored to all fitness levels. Signature classes include Move & Groove, a full-body workout that enhances stability, mobility, strength, and balance; Power & Burn, a high-energy, low-impact class designed to activate muscles and deliver an intense burn; and Flow & Stretch, an all-level class targeting both small and large muscle groups for a strength-building workout while enhancing stability.
Where: 14 McCaul St, Toronto
7. Strong Pilates
Hailing from Australia, Strong Pilates operates over 60 locations in Asia and the UK, and now, four Toronto studios. Workouts are Pilates-inspired with a cardio element, and you’ll also find innovative “Rowformer” and “Bike Reformer” classes here. Classes are 45 minutes long, and there are five types to choose from that focus on different goals like full-body, low-impact, or high-intensity.
Where: 263 Davenport Road, Toronto / 533 College Street, Toronto / 107 East Liberty Street Unit 101, Toronto / 1939 Queen St East, Toronto
8. Muse Movement
This Trinity Bellwoods studio boasts striking views of the city from its home within the Artscape Youngplace building, offering Pilates classes both in real life and online. Muse offers both mat-only and Reformers classes, many of which use props to engage specific muscle groups.
Where: 180 Shaw St #204, Toronto
9. Imprint Pilates
With a focus on private, semi-private, and small group Pilates classes, Imprint Pilates puts your individual goals in mind, led by highly qualified instructors. Founder Anita Ivic has trained some of the city’s well-known athletes, as well as television and film personalities and actors at her studio on Spadina Ave since 2008. If you can’t make the in-person class, they also offer virtual livestreams you can follow along with at home.
Where: 204 Spadina Ave, Toronto
10. Mindful Movement Centre
Located in the heart of Yorkville, Mindful Movement Centre offers mat and Reformer Pilates classes for intimate and private sessions. Classes have a maximum of 9 students at a time, ensuring everyone gets individual attention from the instructor.
Where: 68 Scollard St #301, Toronto
11. Assembly Movement
Assembly Movement will soon have two Toronto studios; one in Leslieville and one in Little Italy. You’ll find full-body workouts here run by studio owner Clio Templeton, who did her Reformer training in Melbourne. Classes incorporate props like bands, weights, and squish balls, though you can find pregnancy and postnatal classes as well as high-intensity workouts that bring in a cardio element.
Where: 832 College St, Toronto / 1114 Queen St E, Toronto
12. Nice Day Pilates
Nice Day Pilates is a bright, boutique reformer studio in Toronto’s East End that has quickly become a local favourite for its focused, small-group classes. With an emphasis on strong foundational principles and a modern twist, the studio ensures students master the basics while still getting an effective, muscle-burning workout. Its minimal, calming design creates a true “nice day” atmosphere, and the intimate class sizes allow for plenty of personalized attention.
Where: 8 Eastern Ave, Toronto