Business Details
21 Years
experience
Authentic Pilates Training in New York City
Rolates Pilates has been dedicated to preserving the original Pilates method since its founding in 2005. Located in the historic New York City studio where Joseph and Clara Pilates once worked, we combine classical techniques with modern understanding of body mechanics. Our certified instructors, led by director Roberta Kirschenbaum, bring decades of experience in dance, physical therapy, and Pilates instruction to create personalized programs for every client. We serve a diverse clientele ranging from professional dancers to injury recovery patients, emphasizing core strength, posture correction, and body awareness. Our small-group classes and private sessions utilize authentic Pilates equipment to deliver precise, effective workouts.With a focus on individual attention and technical accuracy, we help clients achieve improved flexibility, balance, and physical resilience. Our legacy of excellence continues through teacher training programs and community education initiatives. We maintain strict adherence to Joseph Pilates' principles while incorporating contemporary insights from exercise physiology and rehabilitation science. Our facility combines historical significance with modern amenities to provide an optimal environment for physical transformation.
Services
Private Pilates Sessions
Group Apparatus Classes
Reflexology Massage
Injury Rehabilitation
Teacher Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of combined Pilates instruction experience with direct lineage to Joseph Pilates' protgs
- Our certified instructors provide personalized programs tailored to individual needs and physical conditions
- We maintain the original Pilates equipment and methodology in a historically significant NYC studio
- Our small-group classes ensure individual attention while maintaining classical technique integrity
- We combine Pilates with complementary therapies like reflexology and physical therapy collaboration
What people say
Authentic Pilates method
Expert instructors
Transformative results
Personalized programs
Injury recovery success
Services
Private Pilates Sessions
Personalized 45-minute sessions with certified instructors using authentic Pilates equipment. Tailored programs address individual goals, physical limitations, and injury rehabilitation needs. Ideal for beginners learning fundamentals or advanced clients refining technique.
Group Apparatus Classes
Intimate 3-person classes focusing on classical Pilates equipment. Structured format maintains technical precision while allowing individual modifications. Combines social motivation with personalized instruction for balanced skill development.
Reflexology Massage
Complementary therapy targeting pressure points in feet to improve circulation and reduce stress. Performed by licensed practitioners to enhance overall wellness and physical recovery alongside Pilates training.
Injury Rehabilitation
Specialized programs developed in coordination with medical professionals. Focuses on core stabilization and muscle re-education to support healing while maintaining physical conditioning during recovery periods.
Teacher Training Programs
Comprehensive training passing down authentic Pilates methodology through mentorship. Combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience under master instructors to develop skilled Pilates professionals.
People
Roberta Rose Kirschenbaum
Director/Master Pilates Instructor
Master Pilates Instructor with over 35 years of experience, trained by Joseph Pilates' protgs. Holds advanced degrees in dance and exercise physiology, specializing in injury rehabilitation and teacher training programs.
Questions
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a physical conditioning system developed by Joseph Pilates focusing on core strength, posture correction, and mind-body coordination through controlled movements.
What should I wear to a session?
Wear comfortable clothing without zippers/buttons that allow full movement. No shoes required, socks optional.
Do you offer prenatal Pilates?
Yes, we provide modified prenatal programs designed to support pregnancy-related physical changes safely.
Can Pilates help with injury recovery?
Yes, we work with physical therapists to create adapted programs that strengthen surrounding muscles while accommodating injuries.
What are your class sizes?
Group classes have a maximum of 3 participants to ensure individual attention and proper technique instruction.
Is prior experience required?
Beginners are welcome. We recommend starting with private sessions to learn foundational techniques before group classes.
