Pilates in Florence: the best studios where you can practice it in the city

Discover the best studios offering classes (including personalized sessions) in reformer, matwork, and yoga

In recent years, Pilates has become one of the most popular fitness disciplines, especially among younger generations. Boosted by its success on social media and a growing focus on physical and mental wellbeing, this practice has come to embody a healthy lifestyle, helping to improve posture, muscle tone and reduce stress.

The origins of the method date back to the early 20th century and to its creator, Joseph Hubertus Pilates. Plagued by health issues as a child, he turned to disciplines such as yoga, martial arts and gymnastics, developing a system of exercises based on control and body awareness. During the First World War, he refined the method by using bed springs as resistance — an intuition that would later inspire the machines still used today. After moving to the United States with his wife Clara, Pilates spread his method — originally called Body Contrology — particularly among dancers and athletes, eventually turning it into a globally recognised discipline.

Concentration, control, fluidity, precision and breathing are the core principles of Pilates, which can be practised both on the mat (matwork) and with equipment such as the Reformer, Cadillac and Wunda Chair.

Whatever your approach, Florence today offers a dynamic and highly qualified Pilates scene. Here is a curated selection of some of the most interesting places to practise Pilates in the city.

Oasis Pilates Firenze
Via dell' Oriuolo, 50/52r
ph. +39 375 7978950

An oasis of peace in the heart of Florence, just steps from the Duomo and within easy walking distance of the historic centre. This studio welcomes guests into an elegant and calming environment, designed to offer not just classes but a complete wellness experience. The programme features Pilates sessions at different levels, suitable for both beginners and more experienced practitioners, alongside curated events and themed workshops. Special emphasis is placed on Reformer classes, the core of the studio’s offering, available both as single sessions and in packages. Classes are also held in English, seven days a week and throughout the day, making it an ideal choice for an international clientele.

V_Room Studio
Via Porta Rossa, 2
ph. +39 351 6384139

An intimate, light-filled space with a contemporary design, centrally located just steps from Piazza della Signoria. The studio offers Pilates and yoga classes in small groups, suitable for all levels and designed to provide a personalised, attentive experience focused on individual wellbeing. The programme includes single classes and packages, with special rates for students, making high-quality practice accessible without compromise.

V_Room Studio

The22
Via de' Ginori, 22
ph. +39 333 3647784

A true sanctuary of wellbeing in the heart of Florence, where the principles of Ayurveda guide every experience. The studio offers not only Pilates, but also wellness programmes, yoga and Barre classes, all within an elegant and sophisticated setting. Sessions range from 30-minute classes — ideal for those short on time — to longer sessions suitable for all levels of experience.

The Moon Pilates and More
Via de' Tornabuoni, 1
ph. +39 379 2997525

Located on one of Florence’s most iconic streets, this Pilates studio welcomes guests into an elegant space defined by natural materials and a minimalist aesthetic. Pilates — with or without equipment — is offered alongside yoga, meditation and therapeutic massages, all within a setting designed to leave you feeling truly cared for and fully restored.

Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi
Via del Giglio, 9
ph. +39 055 2398095

The Salone delle Feste at Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi, a five-star hotel in the historic centre of Florence, opens its doors to non-residents with a unique wellness experience: mat Pilates classes every Saturday morning at 9.30 am, open to both locals and visitors. The sessions take place in one of the palace’s most captivating spaces, surrounded by 18th-century frescoes and Renaissance architecture, creating a harmonious dialogue between movement, art and history. Curated by Massage in Chianti, the initiative combines Pilates and mindfulness in an exclusive setting and is completed by a healthy breakfast signed by chef Iside De Cesare, served in the Secret Garden during the summer months or in the elegant interiors of the Milton Bar & Bistrot throughout the rest of the year. Designed to regenerate both body and mind, the experience is part of Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi’s rich programme of activities dedicated to taste, relaxation and discovery. Limited availability, advance booking recommended.

Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi

Lostudioesse
Piazza Francesca Morvillo, 54 - ph. + 331 422 8809
Via dei della Robbia, 82/Studio 8 - ph. + 331 422 8809

The studio boasts two locations in the city — Manifattura Tabacchi and Atelier degli Artisti — set in two different areas of Florence. In addition to equipment-based Pilates, it also offers yoga, Barre and other disciplines, providing a well-rounded programme to suit a wide range of needs. Founded in 2007, it is one of the city’s most established and well-followed centres, thanks to its diverse class schedule designed for all ages, including pre- and post-natal programmes, and to its carefully curated, contemporary spaces.

Lostudioesse

Moodra Yoga Studio Firenze
Via Ugo Foscolo, 6
ph. +39 345 9840025

In addition to Pilates, the studio offers yoga, massages, mindfulness courses, and personalized nutritional consultations, designed to suit every type of client. Centrally located, the environment is welcoming, simple, and well-kept, ideal for both those who work in the city center and those visiting the city. Among the most popular new additions are Hot Pilates and Hot Yoga, dynamic and engaging experiences that are attracting more and more enthusiasts.

Moodra Yoga Studio Firenze

Studio Touch Pilates
Via Giuseppe Giusti, 48
ph. + 39 055 2480956

Located on the ground floor of Palazzo Capponi all'Annunziata, this studio covers approximately 200 square meters and overlooks the beautiful internal garden. It offers individual and small group lessons, providing a targeted experience entirely dedicated to the well-being of those who practice. The offer includes Pilates Matwork, Circuit and Studio Classes, as well as Postural Gymnastics, Gyrotonic, Gyrokinesis, and Feldenkrais, ensuring a complete and varied program for all levels.

Pilates Boutique Florence
Via del Purgatorio, 10
ph. +39 366 7234242

Maria A. Garcia's small and welcoming studio offers a personalized approach with one-to-one lessons designed to meet the specific needs of each client. After an initial assessment lesson, the teacher will recommend the most suitable course of study to achieve the desired results. Packages are available for 5 or 10 lessons, each lasting 55 minutes.

Pilates One
Via Giacomo Zanella, 23r
Via dei Pescioni, 8
Via Giovanni Sercambi, 1r
ph. +39 375 8083964

With three locations in the city, Pilates One combines Pilates with the science of movement to offer a complete and personalized experience. The offer includes Pilates with equipment, Mat, Barre, Spine Correction, and TRX. Each program begins with an in-depth assessment, during which posture and body composition are analyzed to build a tailor-made and truly effective program.

Pilates One

Opus pilates
Via Ugo Foscolo, 6 - ph. +39 349 0501555
Via Giovanni Duprè, 10r

Under the direction of Sara Pezzella, who has over 15 years of experience in the field, Opus Firenze offers 50-minute Pilates classes on Reformer and Cadillac equipment. The studio provides a peaceful and welcoming environment, designed to make every practitioner feel at ease, with posture programs and classes available individually, in pairs, or in small groups.

Fusion Pilates
Via Goffredo Mameli, 37
ph. +39 055 5359544

A minimalist, bright studio with airy rooms equipped with Reformers, Wunda Chairs, Ladder Barrels, and Wall Units. The modern design enhances the space, complemented by a corner offering natural snacks, dried fruit, and drinks. Classes are available one-to-one or in small groups of up to 4 people, for a personalized experience focused on well-being.

Virgin Active Rovezzano
Via Generale C. A. dalla Chiesa, 11
ph. +39 800 914555

The Virgin gym chain, which has two locations in Florence, offers Pilates classes on the floor and with reformers in three levels of difficulty, so that everyone can find the right class for them. Classes are set to music and held in spacious, airy rooms with glass walls. Book conveniently online via the app and cancel your class up to two hours in advance. Discover the wide range of classes on offer, including aerial silks and much more.