Business Details
Authentic Pilates Studio in Aurora, Ontario
Pilates by Rina is a fully equipped traditional Pilates studio dedicated to preserving Joseph Pilates' original method. Our comprehensively certified instructors provide personalized sessions tailored to individual needs, emphasizing body positivity, inclusivity, and technical precision. With over 30 years combined teaching experience, our team specializes in classical apparatus work, offering group classes, private sessions, and teacher training programs.We maintain strict adherence to authentic Pilates principles while incorporating modern anatomical insights to ensure safe, effective workouts for all fitness levels. Our Aurora studio features Gratz equipment and fosters a non-judgmental community environment focused on long-term wellness goals.
Services
Private Pilates Sessions
Reformer Classes
Tower Apparatus Work
Teacher Training Program
Virtual Pilates Sessions
Mat Work Instruction
Apparatus Maintenance
Community Workshops
Injury Recovery Programs
Teen Pilates Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer traditional Pilates instruction certified through The Pilates Guild
- Our instructors have 30+ combined years of teaching experience
- Studio features authentic Gratz apparatus for classical Pilates practice
- Comprehensive teacher training program with second-generation instructors
- Inclusive environment welcoming all body types and fitness levels
Associations and certifications
- The Pilates Guild
- New York Pilates Studio Teacher Training Program
What people say
Gifted teacher
Motivated for results
Judgment free place
Amazing energy
Notice changes in strength
Services
Private Pilates Sessions
Customized 50-minute private sessions using traditional Pilates apparatus. Instructors tailor workouts to individual needs, focusing on posture improvement, injury recovery, and core strength development. Sessions available in-person and virtually with certified instructors.
Reformer Classes
Group classes utilizing Gratz Pilates Reformers to build muscle strength and improve flexibility. Sessions incorporate resistance training principles while maintaining classical Pilates techniques for balanced physical development.
Teacher Training Program
Comprehensive Pilates certification program approved by The Pilates Guild. Curriculum includes 600+ hours of apprenticeship, anatomy seminars, and examinations across beginner to advanced apparatus techniques under second-generation instructors.
Virtual Pilates Sessions
Live Zoom sessions for mat and apparatus workouts with limited participants. Instructors provide real-time feedback using household items as equipment alternatives while maintaining classical Pilates methodology and form correction.
Community Workshops
Periodic workshops focusing on specific Pilates apparatus and techniques. Sessions include anatomy education, equipment maintenance training, and specialized workouts for different population groups using traditional Pilates principles.
People
Rina Mangiardi
Studio Owner & Certified Instructor
Certified since 2015 through New York Pilates Studio, Rina established Aurora's first fully equipped Pilates studio. She teaches classical methods while maintaining Joseph Pilates' original principles and adapting sessions for individual needs.
Raphaela
Pilates Instructor
With 9+ years in physiotherapy environments, Raphaela holds multiple health certifications. She integrates her extensive anatomical knowledge to create safe, body-specific Pilates programs that align with classical teaching methods.
Annie
Certified Pilates Instructor
Specializing in anatomy and kinesiology, Annie helps clients develop body awareness through precise Pilates instruction. Fluent in Chinese and English, she adapts classical techniques to modern wellness requirements while maintaining method integrity.
Catherine
Pilates Instructor
Certified through New York Pilates Studio, Catherine combines 14 years of personal Pilates experience with formal kinesiology education. She emphasizes classical system details while making complex techniques accessible to contemporary practitioners.
Meiyi
Certified Pilates Instructor
Fully certified through New York Pilates Studio, Meiyi specializes in post-natal recovery Pilates. She teaches classical methods while incorporating modern adaptations to help clients restore core strength and posture after childbirth.
Questions
What Pilates apparatus are available at your Aurora studio?
We offer Gratz Pilates Reformers, Tower Wall Units, Cadillac, Wunda Chairs, High/Electric Chairs, and specialty equipment like the Ped-o-pul and Guillotine.
Do you offer virtual Pilates sessions?
Yes, we provide live Zoom classes for mat work and virtual private sessions with real-time instructor feedback using household items as equipment alternatives.
What certification programs do you provide?
Our Pilates Guild-approved teacher training includes 600+ hours of apprenticeship, anatomy seminars, and examinations across all classical apparatus techniques under second-generation instructors.
Are your classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, we offer Foundational Mixed Apparatus classes specifically designed for beginners with no prior Pilates experience required to start your journey.
How does Pilates help with weight loss?
Pilates builds lean muscle mass and improves metabolism through resistance training. While not primarily a weight loss program, regular sessions combined with proper nutrition can support fat reduction.
What makes your studio different from other Pilates studios?
We're Aurora's only fully equipped traditional Pilates studio offering authentic Gratz apparatus, second-generation certified instructors, and a comprehensive teacher training program preserving Joseph Pilates' original method.
