FAQs

Contact us to arrange a call. We'll have a chat about your needs and goals and set you up with just the right programme for you. If you don't like to talk on the phone, we can chat by email instead. Please watch the video below for information.

Please get in touch with us via our contact page and we will have a chat to guide you to the right programme before granting access to our user-friendly booking system.

• Clean clothes that cover you appropriately through a range of movements.

• No strong perfumes.

• Grip socks must be worn for reformer lessons.  For mat lessons you may wear clean socks or go barefoot. If you don't have any, we can sell you a pair. We recommend grip socks with individual toes.

• For reformer or studio apparatus lessons, no zips or sharp jewellery, as these can damage the upholstery.

All equipment is provided for private lessons and reformer lessons; however you should bring a bottle of water and, if you tend to sweat a lot during exercise, a towel. For mat lessons, please bring your own mat. If you are just starting out you may prefer to borrow one from us; we also sell high quality eco-mats that are perfect for use in the studio and for self-practice as well as a range of small props. 

Our highly skilled teachers are able to modify exercises to accommodate a range of injuries; however if you do have an injury or medical condition, please discuss it with us before signing up so that we can ensure that you are exercising in an appropriate class or one-to-one lesson. Occasionally, we may recommend that you visit a medical professional for advice before attending our lessons.

While we recognise the immense beneficial effects of exercise for children,  we do not specialise in teaching children and adolescents. Further, not all Pilates teacher training courses cover teaching under 18s as standard. Therefore, if you are under 18, you would need to work with an agreed subset of our teachers. All under 18s attending Ease Pilates must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

All of our clients were beginners once! We offer different types of classes to accommodate people with different needs and abilities. It is our aim to place you in a class where you feel comfortable that you fit in! We can help you regardless of where you in your fitness journey - rest assured that you are in the right place. We recommend that you start with at least one private lesson or our foundations course. This is compulsory for group reformer lessons (this may take the form of a 30 minute induction lesson for healthy clients with prior experience of using the reformer). Prior to joining a mat class, we  also offer an online mat basics course to help to prepare you.

Our studio is a 'judgment-free zone' filled with local Cambridge residents who value health over aesthetics. Whether you're 25 or 75, our small classes ensure you get the individual attention you need to feel comfortable and confident from day one. Our carefully thought out process of starting via private lessons or fundamentals classes means that you won't be thrown in at the deep end, and you won't have to join a group until you feel ready.

You will get the best results by attending three times per week - ideally one mat, one reformer and one private lesson per week. However, if you can only attend once per week you will still feel the benefits, particularly if you are doing Pilates alongside other activities to support your fitness such as running, dancing or weight training. If you cannot commit to attending once per week you are less likely to notice the benefits to your body. If you are new to exercise, we recommend starting small (one class per week) and gradually increasing your attendance.

As a mind-body exercise Pilates can support weight loss in combination with a healthy diet by burning calories, building muscle (which increases your metabolism) and by helping with your mental health in ways that help to regulate your appetite (self-esteem, sleep and reduced stress levels). However, we are not a weight-loss centre and we believe that health is more important than size.

Used correctly, the Pilates reformer is a safe and effective tool for exercise. However, it is a fairly complex piece of apparatus using powerful springs and a moving platform. A 1:1 lesson will teach you the skills to safely and confidently join a group reformer lesson. In our commitment to tailored instruction, we do not offer open level classes on the reformer. While our small group lessons allow for individual modifications, we believe that grouping individuals with similar levels enhances the effectiveness of the exercise programming and ensures the best progress. An initial session serves to get to know you, introduce our studio etiquette, and assess which classes align best with your level. 

If you have learned Pilates on the reformer elsewhere, a full 1:1 lesson may not be necessary. Instead we suggest that you may prefer a short induction. Since not all Pilates studios use the same apparatus, during your induction we will show you how to correctly set up our reformers, and refresh your knowledge on their safe usage.  If you take out a monthly payment membership with us, we include the cost of your induction in your membership plan, or offer a discount from your first private lesson.

While I understand that this approach may be unexpected, I am sure that once you experience our group classes, you'll see the benefits of this thoughtful process, knowing that everyone in the class has also been properly introduced to our way of working.

Directions to the studio can be found at the bottom of our contact page.

Please enter by the door between Coffee Tree and Formula One Autocentre and proceed to the second floor. Please arrive dressed to work out. There is a rack for you to leave your shoes on, and you can bring your personal belongings into the studio with you. You will be greeted by our staff and, during your first visit, you will be given a quick introduction to the studio. It's only small, but we understand the importance of knowing where everything is and where to put things! Our studios are 'shoes off', so we provide a shoe rack; however coats and valuables can be brought into the room with you. If you need a chair to help remove your shoes, just ask! You will be introduced to your teacher, and when you are attend your first group class, you will be introduced to your class mates. We strive to make you feel comfortable as part of our inclusive community.

You will be guided by our expert teachers through your workout. Our private lessons and small class sizes mean that you will get the attention that you need, and the opportunity to ask questions if you are unsure.

At the end of a reformer class, you will be expected to wipe down your reformer so that it's clean for the next user, as well as making sure that you have left your station tidy. After a mat class, you can return any borrowed equipment to the office and head home - or for a coffee with your classmates!

Please thank your teacher when you leave.

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We operate a strict 24-hour cancellation policy. Because our classes are so small, a late cancellation often means another student misses out on a space.

• More than 24 hours' notice: Your class credit is returned to your account to be used for a future "catch-up" session.

• Less than 24 hours' notice: The session is charged in full, and the credit is forfeited.

How do waitlists work? If a class is full, we highly recommend joining the waitlist. If a spot opens up more than 24 hours before class, you will be automatically notified via email and given the opportunity to book.

Note that we limit the number of memberships that we sell, to avoid overcrowding on our booking system, and we recommend that you take out a recurring reservation so you are automatically booked into your favourite class or classes each week.

How do I cancel my monthly membership? We don't believe in "lock-in" contracts, but we do require 28 days' notice before your next billing date to cancel a membership. This allows us to offer your recurring space to the next person on our waiting list and manage our teacher schedules effectively.