Public Pilates Classes + Teacher Certification

Classical Pilates
for Every Body

Affordable Pilates classes for the public and accredited teacher certification in San Francisco. Come for a workout, build your practice, or train to teach—everyone’s welcome.

Classical Pilates training at The Pilates School SF

Fresh Look. Ready to Move.

Check out the new look. Website Done and Ready!

Our website is updated with all our programs through August 2027—no hard hat required. Browse our programs, check the schedules, and find your next class. We’ll save the shaking for your Hundred. Start booking now!

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WASC Accredited
Black Owned
Women Owned
BIPOC / LGBTQIA+ Welcome Space

One School. Two Ways to Grow.

What Does The Pilates School Do?

Build your Pilates practice. Grow your teaching. Find your community.

For Every Body

Community Programs

Public classes, focused courses, and a community that welcomes you. Choose the way you want to move and learn.

5:1
Five students per teacher

Our teachers-in-training help us keep classes affordable and give you personalized attention.

For Teachers & Studios

A Teacher Education School

We create Pilates curricula for independent studios and offer teacher certificate and certification programs, continuing education, and mentorship through our WASC-accredited school.

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Learn the method. Share the practice.
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Intro Specials

Feel The Pilates School Difference

Real Teachers · Real Pilates · Real Affordable

Experience authentic Classical Pilates on traditional equipment, taught by instructors with 100+ years of combined experience. Affordable, accessible, and fun.

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Choose Your Pilates Path

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I Want a Workout

Start with a Reformer, Tower, or Wunda class and feel real Pilates in your body.

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I Want to Learn Pilates

Learn to build and maintain your own Pilates practice, with access to all Pilates equipment.

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I Want to Become a Teacher

From Mat/Reformer to 2,100-hour comprehensive certification, find an affordable path to your next career step.

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Easy To Get Started

From your first class to lifelong mastery.

1st Equipment Class for $20