Palma Pilates
Palma Pilates is a studio in Ocean Hill with classes in Pilates and reformer Pilates. About 55 classes a week with 18 facilitators, busiest on Mondays and Wednesdays. Most classes start in the morning.
- Open early: Classes before 8 on 5 days a week.
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The feel
Compared with the rest of New York, Palma Pilates leans toward Reformer 2.8× and Pilates 2.4×.
How Palma Pilates feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of New YorkWho leads here
Elizabeth Gonzalez-French18 classes in two weeksCheyenne Boccia16 classes in two weeksHelena Dreyer16 classes in two weeksShields Way14 classes in two weeksRoxie Reeves13 classes in two weeksAshley Heurtelou12 classes in two weeks
All 12 facilitatorsPrices and booking
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Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout Palma Pilates
Palma Pilates is a reformer Pilates studio on Hull Street in Ocean Hill, Brooklyn. Nearly all of its classes are Pilates on the reformer, taught at a range of levels from open level to advanced. The week leans toward mornings, and the studio also keeps a few evening, midday and weekend classes.
It suits you if
- you want reformer Pilates from first class to advanced
- you prefer early morning practice
- you are returning from injury and want slow, restorative reformer work
At a glance
56classes this week
12facilitators
Read more about Palma PilatesReformer at every level, The shape of the week
Reformer at every level
Palma Pilates is built around reformer Pilates, and nearly all of its classes sit in that style. Most are open level, which means the facilitator adjusts movements up or down depending on who is in the room. For people who have never used a reformer, Sea Breeze: Intro to Reformer breaks down the equipment step by step.
Above that sits Heat Wave and Tropical Storm, which are advanced reformer classes for people with experience. Tropical Storm adds the jumpboard for more cardio and height. Both require prior experience and are not for pre or postnatal clients.
The shape of the week
The studio runs a steady week with roughly half of its classes in the morning. Start times cluster around 8am, 9am and 7am, with a second peak at 1pm. Evenings and weekends each make up about a fifth of the schedule, and the latest class starts at 7pm.
For something quieter, Swaying Palm is a mobility and restorative reformer class aimed at stretching and lengthening, and Sea Sounds @ High Tide adds the sound of a crystal bowl to a core-focused session.
Palma Pilates: questions and answers
Is Palma Pilates good for complete beginners?
Most classes at Palma Pilates are reformer Pilates, and the studio offers a range of levels. Open level classes are the most common and suit people who already know the basics. Sea Breeze: Intro to Reformer is built for people who have never been on a reformer, and the studio recommends taking two of these before moving on to High Tide.
When do most people practice at Palma Pilates?
Palma Pilates is on Hull Street in Ocean Hill, Brooklyn. Its classes run from early mornings through the evening, and the busiest start times are 9am, 8am, 1pm and 7am. Mornings make up about half of the week's classes.
Are there classes that are slower or more restorative?
Yes, there are classes beyond the core reformer sessions. Sea Sounds @ High Tide blends core-focused Pilates with a crystal sound bowl, and Swaying Palm is a mobility and restorative reformer class. Pilates & Wine pairs a 45 minute flow with a wine tasting from Earth People Wine.
How long are the classes?
Most classes at the studio run 50 minutes. The Pilates & Wine night is longer at 90 minutes, and the Palma Pilates Instructor Certification Course runs 240 minutes across ten weeks.
Who leads the classes?
Palma Pilates is run by a couple of dozen facilitators. Elizabeth Gonzalez-French leads a large share of the classes, and Helena Dreyer, Cheyenne Boccia, Emma Witte and Roxie Reeves also teach often. Some classes are co-led by two facilitators together.