Private Pilates in NYC
One-on-one Pilates instruction designed around your body, your practice, and your goals.
Private Pilates at Praxis allows you to step away from the pace of a group class and work individually with an experienced Pilates instructor.
Whether you're completely new to Pilates, looking to deepen an established practice, or want more individualized attention, private classical Pilates sessions give you the space to learn, refine, and progress.
Why Choose Private PilatesYour First Private Pilates Sessions
Your first session begins with a conversation about your experience with Pilates. Your instructor will program your session according to your needs, and you’ll learn how the exercises are performed. As your practice progresses, your instructor will continue to introduce new exercises, progressions, and challenges.
Our Process
Individualized Instruction
Your instructor's attention stays on you throughout the entire session. You'll receive detailed instruction and corrections based on how you move.
Improve Your Technique
Small changes can completely change an exercise. Private instruction in classical Pilates NYC allows you to refine your technique and understand what you're actually doing.
Progress At Your Own Pace
There's no need to keep up with a group. Your instructor can meet you where you are and build from there.
Deepen Your Practice
If you've been practicing Pilates for years, private sessions can help you move beyond simply completing the exercises and begin exploring them with greater precision and control.
Private Pilates Sessions NYC
Private Mat Pilates
At Praxis, private Pilates sessions are centered around the mat.
The Pilates matwork is often underestimated because it doesn't require machines. In reality, the mat exercises demand tremendous strength, coordination, concentration, and control.
Private mat Pilates allows you to work through the original repertoire with individual instruction and attention to detail.
If you are looking for a Pilates private session near you, you don't need equipment to have a challenging Pilates practice.
You need to learn how to use your body.
Private Pilates for Beginners
You don't need to be flexible, strong, coordinated, or experienced to begin. Private Pilates can be one of the best ways to learn because you have the instructor's full attention from the beginning. You'll learn the foundational principles of Pilates while developing an understanding of the exercises that you can carry into future group classes and your own practice.
Expert Instructors
Meet Your Pilates Instructor
Praxis Pilates was founded by Sarah Popkowski, a comprehensively certified Pilates instructor with more than 600 hours of classical Pilates training.
Her teaching is grounded in the classical method and influenced by ongoing study and mentorship within the classical Pilates lineage.
At Praxis, Pilates is treated as both a physical practice and a study. It’s something you continue to learn rather than simply complete.
Classical Method,
Modern Results
No two bodies are the same so no two programs at Praxis Pilates are identical. Your instructor conducts a comprehensive assessment and designs a progressive program that addresses your postural patterns, muscular imbalances, and personal goals. As you improve, your program evolves. This is personalized Pilates training at its most rigorous and effective.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is private Pilates?
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Private Pilates is one-on-one instruction with a Pilates instructor. Unlike a group class, the entire session is dedicated to you, allowing your instructor to provide individualized instruction, corrections, and progressions.
Is private Pilates good for beginners?
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Yes. You do not need previous Pilates experience to begin private Pilates. One-on-one instruction can be especially helpful when learning the fundamentals of the method.
Do I need to be in shape to do Pilates?
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No. Pilates is a practice that develops strength, control, coordination, and body awareness over time. Your practice begins at your current level.
Is private Pilates better than a group class?
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Not necessarily — they're different experiences. Group classes provide community and consistency, while private sessions provide individualized attention. Many practitioners benefit from doing both.
How often should I do private Pilates?
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There is no single answer. The ideal frequency depends on your goals, experience, schedule, and how you want to structure your practice. Your instructor can help you determine what makes sense for you.
Begin Your Pilates JourneyJoin us for Private Pilates at Praxis Pilates in NoMad. The Pilates method was created through awareness and repetition.
Come back to the exercises. Notice what changes. Discover what becomes possible as strength, control, and understanding develop. Experience Private Pilates at Praxis Pilates in NoMad.