Business Details
5 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pilates Studio in New York
The Pilates Local was founded by Michele Rinaldi and Kristin Hoesl, two seasoned professionals with decades of combined experience in Pilates instruction. Our studio provides a warm, serene environment where clients of all ages and abilities can pursue personalized fitness goals under the guidance of expert instructors. We specialize in private and small group sessions, tailoring each lesson to enhance movement efficiency, address injury prevention, and integrate Pilates principles into daily life. Our team includes certified instructors with specialized expertise in pre/postnatal fitness, athletic conditioning, and rehabilitation, ensuring clients receive comprehensive care. With over 50 years of collective experience, we prioritize individualized attention, functional movement, and long-term client wellness.Our commitment to quality instruction is reflected in our 55-minute sessions utilizing classical Pilates equipment, mat work, and innovative techniques. We serve a diverse clientele, from athletes to seniors, fostering a supportive community centered on physical and mental well-being. Our instructors have mentored hundreds of apprentices, demonstrating leadership in Pilates education. Located in Union Square, New York, we offer in-studio, virtual, and off-site sessions to accommodate varied client needs. Our mission is to empower individuals through movement, combining technical precision with a deep understanding of biomechanics and anatomy.
Services
Private Sessions
Semi-Private Sessions
Tower Classes
Virtual Sessions
Off-site Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We offer 55-minute personalized sessions with certified instructors specializing in rehabilitation and athletic conditioning.
- Our team includes mentors who have trained hundreds of Pilates apprentices.
- We provide tailored workouts for pre/postnatal clients and seniors with specialized expertise.
- Clients benefit from both classical Pilates equipment and innovative functional movement techniques.
- We serve Union Square and surrounding areas with in-studio, virtual, and off-site session options.
What people say
Best instructor I've ever had
Elimination of my pain
Expert referrals for spine exercise
Able to lift much heavier
Personalized services to clients
Services
Private Sessions
Personalized 55-minute workouts utilizing Pilates equipment tailored to individual goals. Ideal for injury rehabilitation, core strengthening, and movement pattern correction. Clients receive undivided instructor attention for precise form adjustments and progressive training.
Semi-Private Sessions
Intimate group sessions with 2-3 participants focusing on shared goals while maintaining individualized instruction. Combines equipment-based workouts with partner feedback. Promotes accountability while allowing personalized modifications for varying fitness levels.
Tower Classes
Four-person classes integrating mat exercises with tower unit resistance. Progresses foundational Pilates techniques through creative choreography. Emphasizes spinal alignment and controlled movement patterns in a supportive group environment with instructor guidance.
Virtual Private Sessions
Remote 55-minute sessions adapting Pilates principles for home environments. Instructors guide clients through mat-based routines and equipment alternatives. Maintains technical precision while accommodating home workout spaces and available props.
Off-site Private Sessions
Studio-quality Pilates delivered at client locations. Customized workouts adapt to available space and equipment. Focuses on achieving fitness goals through portable apparatus and modified techniques while maintaining classical Pilates principles.
People
Michele Rinaldi
Co-founder
Native New Yorker with 15+ years Pilates experience. Former gymnast turned certified instructor specializing in injury rehabilitation. Founded Rinaldi Pilates in 2006 and co-founded The Pilates Local. Combines psychology background with biomechanics expertise.
Kristin Hoesl
Co-founder
Certified instructor with 15+ years experience. Specializes in athletic conditioning and senior population training. Former Crossfit member and mentor to hundreds of Pilates apprentices. Co-founder of The Pilates Local in 2021.
Dani Busko
Instructor
Certified since 2012 after overcoming autoimmune disorders through Pilates. Focuses on accessibility for all body types. Combines recovery experience with movement confidence building techniques for diverse clients.
Michelle Yard
Instructor
15+ years Pilates experience with 600+ hour certification. Former Mark Morris dancer integrating performance techniques into fitness. Emphasizes core strength with proper alignment in both private and group settings.
Debbie Troche
Instructor
15-year teaching veteran and creator of Rollercore method. Combines classical Pilates with functional aging techniques. Certified in balance and mobility training, specializing in myofascial release integration.
Questions
What Pilates services do you offer?
We provide private sessions, semi-private groups, tower classes, virtual training, and off-site private sessions using classical Pilates equipment and mat techniques.
Are virtual Pilates sessions available?
Yes, we offer virtual private sessions adapting Pilates principles for home environments with personalized instructor guidance through online platforms.
Do you specialize in any particular client groups?
Our instructors specialize in pre/postnatal fitness, athletic conditioning, senior population training, and injury rehabilitation while serving all fitness levels.
What equipment do you use?
We utilize Peak Pilates apparatus including reformers, cadillac, tower units, and specialty barrels alongside traditional mat work in our sessions.
Can I rent studio space?
Certified instructors may rent our Union Square studio with liability insurance. Equipment includes 3 reformers, 4 tower units, and various specialty apparatus.
