Classical Pilates.
Strong and flexible for life.
Private and curated semi-private instruction in North Portland’s Overlook neighborhood. Thoughtful teaching, authentic Gratz apparatus, and a practice built around you.
STRETCH | STRENGTH | CONTROL
A Personal Approach to Pilates
At Urban Pilates, getting to know you is part of the work. We pay attention to how you move, what you want to improve, and where you need support—then use that understanding to guide your practice.
Founded in NE Portland in 2010, Urban Pilates has called the Overlook neighborhood home since 2023. Our fully equipped Classical Pilates studio features authentic Gratz apparatus, and our M.A.T.-certified instructors bring extensive training and a careful eye to every session—helping you build strength, flexibility, and control at a pace that makes sense for your body.
We focus exclusively on private and curated semi-private instruction because attentive teaching and consistent practice are at the heart of what we do.
The Full Classical System
Pilates is more than a Reformer workout. Joseph Pilates developed a complete method that connects work on the Reformer, Cadillac, Chairs, Barrels, and mat. Each apparatus offers a different way to support, challenge, and deepen your understanding of movement.
Your instructor draws from that full system to choose the work that serves you best. An exercise on one apparatus can help you discover a connection that changes how you move on another—and how you carry yourself beyond the studio.
It’s a practice with room to grow, whether you’re learning the fundamentals or refining years of experience.
Private Instruction
Individual attention. A practice of your own.
Private sessions give you dedicated time with an instructor and instruction tailored to your body, experience, and goals.
For beginners, this is where you build a strong foundation and become comfortable with the apparatus. For experienced students, it’s an opportunity to refine your technique, explore more challenging work, and keep progressing.
Your teacher observes, adjusts, and guides you throughout each session. As your strength and understanding develop, your practice develops with you.
Curated Semi-Private Instruction
A shared practice, thoughtfully arranged.
Our semi-private sessions combine attentive teaching with the encouragement and consistency of working alongside a partner.
We thoughtfully match participants with compatible experience and needs, then arrange regular appointments. Your instructor gets to know how each of you moves and guides the work so you can progress together while receiving individual feedback.
Semi-privates are arranged directly with the studio. If you’re interested in joining—or have someone you’d like to practice with—we’ll help you determine whether this format is a good fit.
Your Practice Starts Here
New to Urban Pilates? Begin with a private session.
We’ll talk about your goals, introduce you to the apparatus, and guide you through work suited to your experience. You’ll get a feel for our teaching, and we’ll begin learning what your body needs.
From there, we’ll help you choose a rhythm for your practice, whether that means continuing privately or working toward a curated semi-private arrangement.
Our New Client Welcome Package offers five private sessions for $360, giving you time to build familiarity, confidence, and momentum.
Testimonials
WHat our clients are saying
Urban Pilates is incredible! Over the past year, I’ve experienced a huge transformation in my posture, strength, and flexibility. The instructors are phenomenal, and Kim is dedicated to both the studio and her clients. As someone with chronic neck and back pain, Pilates has been a game-changer for my pain relief and overall health. If you're looking for the best Pilates studio in Portland, this is it.
Anna K.
Urban Pilates has completely transformed my body over the last 18 months. My core is stronger, my flexibility has improved, and my long-time lower back disc injury no longer limits me. I now wake up without aches and pains, thanks to the focus on movement and control. As a former competitive athlete, I love that Pilates challenges me while also improving my mobility. It’s truly a full-body workout that delivers results.
Andrew H,
Pilates at Urban Pilates has given me more than just strength and flexibility—it has built my confidence and optimism. The classes are engaging, fast-paced, and focused on alignment and form. The instructors are knowledgeable and truly care about each student’s progress. I highly recommend Urban Pilates for an authentic, Classical Pilates experience that delivers long-lasting benefits.
