Must-Try Pilates in Riyadh

Tired of the same old workouts? Riyadh has plenty of fantastic places for Pilates that can revamp your routine. 

From classic mat Pilates to the increasingly popular Reformer Pilates, the Saudi capital is brimming with spots to get a good stretch in—while also getting a serious sweat.

Compared to traditional mat-based Pilates, Reformer Pilates uses a Reformer machine equipped with a foot bar, carriage, pulleys, and springs, adding resistance to the usual Pilates movements.

When running tracks, gyms, and healthy food subscriptions just aren't enough, it's time to explore some of the top Pilates classes in Riyadh.

Best Pilates in Riyadh

Balance Republic

A new female-only gym that's already gaining praise for its holistic approach to fitness and wellness and the competence of its instructors.

Balance Republic offers classes like Reformer 1, Reformer 2, Yin meets Yang, prenatal classes, and teen sessions. You can step it up with HIIT reformer classes for an extra burn.

Open: Sun-Thu 11am-9pm. Closed: Fri-Sat.

Formé Wellness

A newer spot in Riyadh that's quickly earned an excellent reputation for its customer service, staff, classes, and overall ambiance in its modern premises.

Formé Wellness blends Reformer, Tower, Chair, and Mat Pilates, utilizing props and even some yoga.

The reformer machines are customized by Formé’s experienced class leaders, who also offer one-on-one sessions tailored to specific needs. There's even a class designed for pre/postnatal attendees.

Open: Sat-Thu 9am-9pm. Closed: Fri.

Location: Topaz, Prince Turki Alawal Road, Hittin.

Flex Pilates Studio

Known for its relaxing vibes, this studio offers small classes with a maximum of four people per session, allowing instructors to focus on individual clients.

It also has a location in Khobar, which is convenient for those who travel between the cities regularly.

Open: Sun-Thu 3pm-9pm, Sat 2pm-6pm. Closed: Fri.

Location: Al Ilmin Street, Ghirnatah.

Nuyu Fitness

Nuyu is the largest chain of female-only gyms in Saudi Arabia, with five locations in Riyadh and one each in Khobar and Damman.

Membership is beneficial for those frequently traveling within the city or to other locations.

While equipment may vary across branches, the Taawun branch has offered Reformer Pilates classes for a few years. It's worth calling ahead to confirm.

Open: Sun-Wed 7am-10:30pm, Thu 7am-9pm, Fri 1pm-9pm, Sat 10am-9pm.

Locations: Various, including Roshn Front, Ishbiliyah, Irqah, Waha, Taawan.

Train Way

A modern gym with a wide range of equipment, Train Way offers one-on-one Reformer Pilates sessions with their coaches. The variety of available classes also includes Ring Pilates and spinning.

Open: Sun-Thu 7am-10pm, Sat 11am-8pm. Closed: Fri.

Location: Prince Turki Bin Abdulaziz Alawwal.

The PAC

A fully modern gym within a well-designed space, The PAC offers both high-impact Ride Reformer Pilates and low-impact Stretch Reformer Pilates workouts.

They also provide spinning, indoor cycling, and yoga classes.

Open: Sun-Thu 8am-9pm, Sat 2pm-6pm. Closed: Fri.

Location: Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Al Malqa.

La.barre Pilates Studio

A boutique ladies-only fitness studio that focuses heavily on Reformer Pilates, offering a variety of classes.

For beginners, the Reformer Control class introduces the equipment and improves Pilates fundamentals through controlled breathing.

For intermediates, the Reformer Dynamic class offers faster-paced sessions that strengthen and firm the body while improving posture, flexibility, balance, and core development.

Advanced users can join the Reformer Flow program, a high-intensity, energetic class with minimal rest periods.

The studio also offers Pilates Chair, Restorative Pilates, yoga, and ballet barre classes.

Open: Sun-Thu 9am-9pm, Sat 2pm-6pm. Closed: Fri.

Location: An Nakheel.

Stance

A well-established women’s Pilates studio with various Reformer classes.

The Pure Reformer class is a 55-minute session targeting different muscle groups. The high-intensity Jumpboard Reformer class uses a Jumpboard and other accessories.

The Fundamental Reformer class is for beginners or those returning to Pilates, providing instructions on how to use the Reformer machine.

The studio also offers traditional Mat Pilates, Barre (ballet barre exercises), and spa treatments like massages and facials.

Open: Sun-Thu 9am-9pm. Closed: Fri.

Location: Topaz, Prince Turki Alawal Road, Hittin.

Source: timeoutriyadh

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