BEST PILATES STUDIO 2025

- EVENING STANDARD

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Welcome to The Reformery, East London’s leading Pilates studio.

"A COSY AND LUXE STUDIO, OVERSEEN BY THE EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE FOUNDER RACHEL STEPHENSON"
Evening Standard, 2025

Enjoy reformer, tower and mat pilates classes in a cosy and tranquil setting.

Our studio has a warm community heart and is a safe and friendly space for every-body.
We pride ourselves with having a teaching team who have graduated from the gold-standard Pilates training schools, and are simply, the best.

We cater to all experience levels and offer specialised sessions like prenatal and injury rehabilitation.

If group classes aren’t your thing, you can book a private session with one of our brilliant instructors.

Whether you are new to Pilates, or an experienced practitioner, we provide a positive movement experience for all.

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What Our Clients Say

  • "I've been coming to The Reformery for over a year now, and I can honestly say that Pilates has changed my life. My back pain is gone, I feel stronger, more energised, and, most importantly I feel like I'm actively investing in my long-term health and resilience as I age. "

    Aisling

  • I’ve been attending this studio for a few months now, and all the instructors are fantastic. I’ve tried two other studios in the past, but often left feeling rushed or even injured.

    S.R

  • "The Reformery has a warm community heart with owner Rachel steering the ship. She’s helped me build confidence in my own practice and self-esteem since meeting her. There’s a diverse choice of teachers & a full schedule. Shout out to Irena who has an incredible amount of anatomy knowledge and is gifted in rehab. "

    Maye

  • "The Reformery Pilates is truly a one-of-a-kind studio. Having tried several classes around London, I can confidently say that Rachel and her team bring something special—thoughtfully structured classes, deep knowledge, and incredible attention to detail. "

    Marta Puchala

  • "Still at the wonderful Reformery and the studio has gone from strength to strength (like my body!). Classes to suit all abilities, friendly atmosphere and teaching remains impeccable! Very highly recommended. Pilates works muscles you didn’t know you had. Thanks!"

    S. T.

  • "I have been attending classes at the Reformery for over 20 months and it’s made such a difference to my mobility. I love the wide variety of classes which makes the experience interesting and the tutors are very attentive and really look after you. My knees and hip movement have greatly improved. Fully recommend."

    Shirley B

  • "The Reformery is a brilliant studio. Lots of classes every day to suit whatever mood you’re in and such a great cohort of teachers. There’s a mix of reformer and mat Pilates, the barre classes are extra tough though totally worth the burn - it’s toned the muscles I didn’t even realise I had."

    Zara Peters

  • "The beginners class was a slow enough pace so I could to keep up yet provide a challenge. The studio itself is really well kept, clean and easy to find. I like the option to pay for individual classes and the timetable offers a lot of flexibility. Highly recommended."

    K Morza

  • "I have been attending regularly for over a year, starting rather late in life! It has been ‘transforming’. My posture and body shape have changed and I am pain free after many years.

    Ian Gray

  • "I thoroughly enjoy my 1:1 classes with Rachel; she is extremely knowledgeable, patient and passionate in her teaching. I’ve learnt so much about my body, Rachel does a fantastic job at making me work my muscles!"

    Nafisa Ismail

  • "Very highly recommended. The studio is light and airy. Teaching top notch. Pilates works muscles you didn’t know you had"

    S Thomas

  • "Brilliant place to get fitter, more toned and look after your lower back!!! All the teachers are absolutely top-notch. I am so grateful. My back is stronger. My core is strong again.

    PJ M

  • "It's great to have the reformers in E7 without having to go to a central London gym and push me on to the next level. Love this place and everyone who works here."

    Jessica Salter

  • "the studio is easily the place I feel most safe and secure. I would recommend for anyone new or experienced with Pilates, either in person, or for the online classes.

    Nick Cheesman

  • "Hidden gem in the heart of Forest Gate! Don’t be intimidated by the machines. The teachers are unbelievably patient and knowledgeable. Without a doubt one of the best stretches (and workouts) you’ll ever have. I’m totally hooked".

    S Kennett

  • "As a cyclist, I was advised to try Pilates by a coach so headed to The Reformery, amazing is all I can say. I highly recommend anyone. Lovely team, knowledgeable, professional and friendly!

    Brian Hussey

  • "I've come to realise that Pilates will be a lifelong practice for me, and it's thanks to Rachel and her incredible team that I've even been inspired to start my teacher training. I truly can't recommend The Reformery highly enough. I'm so grateful I found it when I moved to the area. Thank you to all the amazing teachers for your knowledge, support, and inspiration!"

    A.W.

  • "I'm lucky to have such an amazing Pilates studio just round the corner! The instructors are lovely and unlike many other studios you're not jammed in like sardines and get plenty of individual attention to help improve your form.

    Alice Keating-Withers

  • "Fantastic studio with fantastic instructors... a local fave in what is now a busy run of railway arches adding health, fitness, food and fun to Forest Gate. Been practicing pilates and reformer with Rachel for years and can't recommend highly enough!"

    Natalie Cleur

  • "First class studio, such an amazing space to exercise. The tuition from Rachel and the team is outstanding, all such knowledgeable and inspirational instructors who also never fail to make you feel so welcome.

    Kelly Harris

  • Had my first lesson today. I did enjoy and can see me doing it more often. Already booked for next week 😁

    Korina

  • Nice and warm, friendly staff and participants, well maintained equipment. 👍

    Chris Slack Russell

Arch 436 Avenue Road
Forest Gate, E7 0LA.