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Welcome to

This is your neighbourhood pilates studio where local connections are formed through wellness.

We focus on both Mat and equipment-based pilates, specialising in Reformer and Tower group and private classes.

Our classes range from four to ten depending on the class style and level to ensure you receive the highest quality instruction and attention.

Expect technique and precision in a warm and friendly space.

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Who is Small for?

Ready for Small?

If you’re ready for mobility, strength and longevity, you are ready for Small.

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Intro Offers

3 Group Classes

£55

Unlimited Group Classes

£105

1 Private Lesson
& 1 Group Class

£98

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Our Classes

  • This is for anyone brand new to equipment based pilates and feeling a little intimidated.

    Join our 30 minute class for you to get a little taste of our reformer & tower classes.

    Better yet, it’s free.

    You will be introduced to the Reformer and Tower, and try out a few of our foundation exercises. No doubt you will leave confident to join our Foundation classes!

    Please consult with the studio before booking if you are pregnant or have any pre-existing health conditions and/or injuries.

    • Classes: Reformer Foundation // Tower Foundation

    • Key words: Beginner, Technique, Core & Confidence

      Foundation does not necessarily mean easy! You will be challenged by learning great technique, to set you up perfectly to progress.

      All clients will need to attend a minimum of three* of our Foundation classes regardless of prior experience before progressing to our Precision classes.

      Please consult with the studio before booking if you are pregnant or have any pre-existing health conditions and/or injuries.


      *Exceptions will be made in our first two weeks of opening so you can try out all of our classes and fit in with your schedule.

    • Classes: Reformer Open Level // Tower Open Level

    • Key words: Control, Challenge, Strong & Progression


    These 50-minute classes are best suited for clients with prior experience of pilates and/or our Foundation classes.

    These classes are a step up from Foundation. You will be honing in on your technique, advancing your movements and perfecting your practice.

    If you are new to Small, clients will need to attend a minimum of three* of our Foundation classes regardless of prior experience before progressing to our Precision classes. Exceptions may be considered. Please contact us.

    Please consult with the studio before booking if you are pregnant or have any pre-existing health conditions and/or injuries.

    • Courses: Beginner Reformer // Beginner Tower

    • Key words: Intimate, in-depth, foundation

    Our 4 week Beginner Courses are small and supportive, capped at just 8 people for a more intimate experience. You'll move through the traditional beginners Pilates repertoire at a slower pace, alongside the same group of newcomers, helping you build confidence, technique, and connection.

    You do not need to enroll into our Beginners course to attend any of our regular group classes.

    • Classes: Prenatal Pilates // Postnatal Pilates

    • Key words: Control, Supportive, Empowering

    Coming soon, we will have both prenatal and postnatal classes added to the schedule. Thse classes will be specifically for our pregnant clients and separate classes for postpartum bodies. Instructors will teach to the bodies in the room, using equipment tailored to the clients that day.

    • Classes: Mat Pilates

    • Key words: Body awareness, Stability, Refine technique

    This open-level Mat Pilates class is limited to 10 participants.

    You'll move through traditional Pilates exercises drawn from both the beginner and intermediate repertoire,

    Mat Pilates is a fantastic way to develop a solid foundation before transitioning to Reformer or Tower classes. You'll learn how to perform many of the key exercises using just your body and the mat, which you then carry over to the equipment-based classes.

Class Schedule

How to get here

  • 295 Mare Street, E81EJ

  • We’re a short walk from Hackney Central Station.

  • Nearby bus stops are less than a 3 minute walk away, served by routes 26, 48, 55, 106, 254, 394, and D6.

  • The studio is on the right-hand side of Mare Street when heading north.

  • On-street parking is available on nearby side roads, though spaces are limited

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