Body by Belen Pilates — Local services in Oʻahu

My body completely changed! I started taking classes from Belen while suffering from a sever lumbar spine injury. The doctors suggested surgery. I had already been months in physical therapy with no improvement. I had lost probably 50% of my muscle mass. As a certified personal trainer, former professional athlete, massage therapist and yoga instructor, I thought I had a good understanding of how the body works. That is until I took private lessons with Belen! My improper movement patterns had caused my injury and were now contributing to my non-existant recovery. After just one session with Belen I had pain relief. Up until that point I had spent a year with little to no exercise because even something as gentle as yoga or swimming caused re-injury to my spine. But I was able to continue weekly sessions with Belen without any issue. After less than two months I returned to surfing again regularly.

I continued to work with Belen throughout my entire pregnancy. She knew exactly how to support me and work with my changing body. I credit Belen for getting my mobility back after my devastating injury and I will look to her as I regain my postpartum...

I made the decision to start taking pilates classes at Body By Belen a little over a year ago and the choice has been life changing! I was initially seeking to improve my posture and body toning, but I have gained so much more! Daily lower back pain has been significantly reduced and I have better overall awareness of my body, with increased flexibility, balance and agility. My immune system is stronger and I am far less fatigued in general.

Belen is an exceptional instructor who pays close attention to her clients' form and technique, always taking care to ensure that exercises are performed correctly and safely. She tailors her classes, adjusting to meet your individual needs, preferences, and any limitations you may have. I can always count on her to observe if there are any body imbalances or fatigue that need to be taken into consideration on any given day to minimize my risk of injury. I look forward to every class and highly recommend her whether you are brand new to pilates or have been taking...

I started taking classes with Belen in Hale’iwa about a year and a half ago, just a few months after giving birth, and it’s been such a game-changer for my recovery and overall well-being. The classes helped me slowly rebuild strength, improve my posture, and reconnect with my body in a really positive way. Now, almost 1.5 years in, I can see a huge difference—not just in strength and mobility, but in how I feel about my body overall. I’m definitely stronger, more toned, and just happier with my body composition. Belen is a fantastic instructor. Her guidance is clear and encouraging, and she really pays attention to form and how each student is doing. The classes are always challenging, but never overwhelming—she strikes a perfect balance.The studio itself is super pleasant and welcoming—clean, calming, and comfortable, which makes it that much easier to show up and focus.

If you’re in the North Shore and looking for high quality and fun Pilates studio, I highly recommend giving Belen’s...