Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh
Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh is a reformer Pilates studio in Donnybrook, Dublin. Classes are built around the reformer, from Reformer Essentials for beginners to Dynamic Reformer levels 1, 2 and 3 for those with regular practice behind them. Core, balance and flexibility run through most of the timetable. Some classes are led by physiotherapists, including Pelvic Health Reformer, Osteo-Strong Reformer and The Running Method. There are also prenatal and postnatal options and Active Ageing, a low impact class for all abilities. Classes mostly run in the morning, with a good number in the evening.
- Classes fill up: 1064 mats taken in the last six weeks.
- Open early: Classes before 8 on 6 days a week.
92 classes this weekPlus workshops and retreats
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The feel
Compared with the rest of Dublin, Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh leans toward Balance 6.4×, Flow 5.5× and Flexibility 5.4×.
How Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of DublinWho leads here
Elaine Tipple14 classes in two weeksSarah Kelly10 classes in two weeksElaine Bresnan9 classes in two weeksTeresa Laiseca7 classes in two weeksHelen Seymour6 classes in two weeksLorna O Brien6 classes in two weeks
All 20 facilitatorsPrices and booking
Each class links straight to Platinum Pilates’s own booking page, so the full price goes to the studio and its facilitators.
Also welcomes Wellhub members.
Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh
Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh sits in Donnybrook, on Clonskeagh Road, and its timetable is built around the reformer. Dozens of classes run across the week, mostly in the morning and with a good number in the evening. Core, balance and flexibility come up again and again, so a class here tends to feel focused and precise rather than loose.
It suits you if
- you want reformer Pilates with physio-led options
- you prefer early morning classes before work
- you are after pelvic health or bone-strength work with a physiotherapist
At a glance
92classes this week
20facilitators
Read more about Platinum Pilates ClonskeaghWhat the classes are built around, How the week runs
What the classes are built around
Most of the timetable is reformer Pilates, and nearly every class is built around the machine. Core and pelvic floor work runs through almost all of them, and about a third of classes put a clear focus on balance or flexibility. Dynamic Reformer 1, 2 and 3 are the full body, dynamic line, with each level asking for more strength and technical ability. Reformer Essentials is the starting point for people new to the machine.
A smaller group of classes is led by physiotherapists. Osteo-Strong Reformer, Pelvic Health Reformer, The Running Method and Running Recovery all draw on that background, with a focus on safe, progressive loading and recovery rather than intensity alone.
How the week runs
Classes are spread across the day, and more than half start in the morning. The busiest start times are 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am, and the studio runs classes as early as 6:30am. Evenings make up about a third of the week, with the latest class starting at 8:15pm. Thursday, Wednesday and Tuesday are the busiest days, and weekend classes are few.
Classes usually run for 50 minutes, with a few physio-led sessions at 45 minutes. A couple of dozen facilitators teach across the timetable, and Elaine Tipple, Sarah Kelly and Camila Calixto lead the most classes.
Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh: questions and answers
What kind of studio is Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh?
Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh is a reformer Pilates studio in Donnybrook, Dublin. Classes are built around the reformer, with core, balance and flexibility running through most of the timetable.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Reformer Essentials is the entry point for beginners. Dynamic Reformer 1 is the first level of intensity, and Dynamic Reformer 2 and 3 are for those who have built up core strength and a good level of fitness. Active Ageing is suitable for all abilities, and the facilitator will advise whether a level suits you.
When do most people practice here?
Most classes start in the morning, with busiest starts around 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am. Evening classes make up about a third of the timetable, with the latest start at 8:15pm, and a small number of classes run at midday.
Which classes are led by physiotherapists?
Several classes are led by physiotherapists. Osteo-Strong Reformer is designed for people with osteoporosis or osteopenia, Pelvic Health Reformer for postnatal and peri- or menopausal women, and The Running Method is a six week physio programme. Running Recovery is a physio-led session for runners of any level.
Are there classes for pregnancy and after birth?
There are prenatal options, including group classes for women with a healthy pregnancy from 12 weeks on and one-to-one reformer appointments. Postnatal classes are also on offer. Most of the timetable is aimed at adults rather than life stages specifically.
How long are the classes?
Classes typically run for 50 minutes, and a few physio-led sessions such as Osteo-Strong Reformer and Pelvic Health Reformer run for 45 minutes.
Are there classes in English?
Not in the classes shown here. Platinum Pilates Clonskeagh is a reformer Pilates studio, and its own website at platinumpilates.ie has the full details of how to book and what to expect on a first visit.