Pilates O Ka La — Local services in Honolulu

​I was initially nervous about joining a group Pilates class with friends and wanted to get some private lessons beforehand so I wouldn't embarrass myself. In my search for a studio, I found Pilates O Ka La, which offered a beginner's special: three private classes for $285.

​While my initial attempts to contact the studio for more information by phone and email were not helpful. No one contacted me or responded back. I was alittle irritated by it. Everything changed once I booked my first private lesson.

My assigned instructor, Suz, was fantastic. She was incredibly flexible around my availability to attend sessions, very communicative, and responded quickly.

​During our sessions, Suz was clear and concise in explaining the different techniques and positions on the traditional equipment. I learned so much and was definitely sore afterwards—especially in my core! ​I recommend this special to anyone new to pilates. It's one of the more affordable options for private sessions compared to other studios I researched.

The main studio location is also a great space: it's very clean, spacious, and the equipment is well-maintained with little wear and tear. They also provide towels and water for everyone to use.

Parking is directly in front of the building, roughly 3 or 4 stalls available and assign to Pilates O Ka La. Note: they have a second location up the block, but I have not use that facility during any...

I took two group classes here when I was visiting from Oregon. It was so fun to continue to do pilates while on vacation, especially with such great instructors and an amazing studio! The studio was clean, and had all the necessary equipment to take a great reformer or mat class. The instructors were very knowledgable and were able to teach to my abilities as well as the abilities of all of the other people taking the class. I hope to take classes here every time I come back to Oahu, it made my vacation even better! I would recommend this studio to anyone wanting to take pilates for the first time, on vacation, or people wanting to continue their pilates practice in an...

As a decades-long "mat class" PIlates enthusiast that started taking reformer classes somewhat regularly at Pilates O Ka La a few months ago, I can say that these classes have been a huge step up for my fitness routine and I'm seeing real results! I love all the teachers, especially Cat and the owner Chelsea. They are well trained, knowledgeable and take the time to give you individualized feedback and adjustments. The studio is friendly, extremely clean and overall a great place to get in a super...