Perfect Posture Pilates — Local services in New York

I've been taking private sessions with Varvara at Perfect Posture Pilates for almost one year and I've continued my practice through virtual online private and group mat classes, which are reasonably priced given the high quality knowledge, detailed instruction and wealth of experience that Varvara and her wonderful staff members provide in each class. Specifically, the online virtual mat classes are offered at convenient times if you work 9-5 and no two classes are ever the same; the variation in repetoire will keep challenging you. I particularly find each instructor's detailed "cues" for each exercise invaluablly helpful in a virtual group class.

In my private sessions, Varvara is patient, detail-oriented, supportive, and quick to correct my technique if I do not perform something accurately so that I do not injure myself. I always feel challenged, but not in over my head. I usually ask several questions about anatomy or functional movement and the 'why' behind each movement; Varvara patiently answers all my questions without hesitation, her wealth of knowledge/experience apparent.

For comparison, I signed up for a few classes at a more commercial/not-boutique studio just to see the difference and quickly realized that I probably would've performed the exercises incorrectly since other studio's classes did not provide the same quality "cues", had too many students to provide individualized attention/correction, and the instructors could not answer my questions after class about the benefit or "why" of paticular exercises. Needless to say, I stuck with Perfect Posture instead.

Bottom line, I highly recommend trying out Perfect Posture Pilate's virtual online classes/trying out this studio if you're interested in properly developing your physical strength, body awareness, mindfulness, and overall wellbeing through quality and knowledgable instruction. This is the...

I’ve been coming to Perfect Posture Pilates now for over a year and I love this studio. If you are looking for a wonderful Pilates studio that will help you achieve positive noticeable differences to your body and posture, this is the place. I’ve taken all their classes including many private sessions and one year later, I walk much better, feel much stronger and have less back and shoulder pains.

Firstly, the studio is clean and very relaxing. The classes are small so you get plenty of attention from the instructors who really care about the clients. All the instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, professional and attentive. Secondly, this is not a large studio where you can easily get lost. I’ve gone to larger studios with too many students that you don’t even realize that you are doing to moves incorrectly because you escape the instructors’ notice. The instructors always ask how we are feeling, what we want to work on and constantly provides constructive feedback. They adjust/accommodate per your level and condition to make sure that you get the benefits of Pilates without hurting yourself. And totally judgement free for those who get intimidated by new classes/workout. Just like the name of studio, it’s all about getting that (healthy) perfect posture and for people who sit hunched icee at this desk all day like me, this studio will help you...

Perfect Posture Pilates has truly changed my life. After a miscarriage in May 2022, I felt lost, disconnected from my body, and unsure how to begin healing. I found Perfect Posture Pilates while searching for a space that felt aligned with my needs—not just another high-intensity studio.

From my first session with Nina, I felt seen and supported. The studio is absolutely beautiful—clean, calming, filled with natural light and fresh flowers. The atmosphere alone lifts your mood. Nina took the time to understand how I was feeling and tailored the session to me. I left feeling refreshed and aligned.

Later, I joined mat classes and met the owner, Varvara, whose passion and knowledge are unmatched. She’s truly committed to the original Pilates method and ensures every movement is done with care and precision. I found not just physical strength, but a deep sense of community and healing.

Now, two years later and seven months pregnant, I still attend weekly prenatal sessions. Pilates has helped me stay strong, grounded, and connected to my body and baby. I've even lost 20 pounds over the course of my journey through balanced movement and self-care.

This studio is more than a workout—it’s a sanctuary. If you’re thinking about it, take the leap. It might just...