Best Pilates Studios with Performance Machines on Staten Island (2026)
Last updated: May 2026 | By Viktoria, Certified Pilates Trainer at Divolova Gym
If you’re searching for reformer Pilates studios on Staten Island with real performance machines — not just a mat on the floor this guide is for you. We called every studio on the island, compared their equipment, pricing, class sizes, and reviews, and compiled everything in one place so you don’t have to.
Quick answer: As of May 2026, there are 10 Pilates studios on Staten Island offering apparatus-based training. The top options for performance machines are Flow Pilates (Tottenville), Long Core Pilates (Westerleigh), BodyLine Pilates (Dongan Hills), and Club Pilates (two locations). Keep reading for the full breakdown.
Note: This list covers all known Pilates studios on Staten Island as of May 22, 2026. If new studios open, we’ll do our best to update this guide.
What Is a “Performance Machine” in Pilates?
A performance machine in Pilates refers to spring-loaded apparatus that adds resistance and support to movement. The most common is the Reformer, followed by the Wunda Chair, Tower/Cadillac, and Ladder Barrel. Studios that invest in full apparatus setups offer a much broader and more effective training experience than mat-only classes.
The research below covers which machines each studio has, how many reformers, class sizes, pricing, and what makes each one different.
1. Flow Pilates Tottenville, Staten Island
- Address: 217 Main St, Staten Island, NY 10307
- Website: flowpilatesusa.com
- Rating: ⭐ 4.9 / 52 reviews
Pricing
- Intro offer: 40% OFF your first class (new clients)
- Drop-in: ~$49/class
- Member rate: ~$37/class
- Monthly membership requires a 3-month commitment
Equipment
Reformers, Wunda Chairs. Group classes are 50 minutes. Private and duet sessions available.
Standout Features
- Staten Island South Shore’s first Reformer Pilates studio the only one in Tottenville
- Largest boutique studio in the neighborhood spacious, no overcrowding
- Dedicated app for scheduling and progress tracking
- Instructors with 10+ years of reformer experience
- Community-driven atmosphere; owner Anna personally responsive to client concerns
What Clients Say
“One of the most beautiful studios I’ve been to and I’ve done Pilates all throughout NY! Really focuses on breath work through the movements and core stability.”
“The best reformer Pilates studio on the island hands down. All of the instructors are great at what they do and so kind.”
2. Long Core Pilates & Wellness Westerleigh, Staten Island
- Address: 485 Jewett Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302
- Phone: (929) 492-1681
- Email: info@longcorepilates.com
- Website: longcorepilates.com
- Rating: No aggregate rating yet (boutique, community-based)
Pricing
- Joiner’s Special: 3 classes for $100 (new clients)
- Intro to Private Sessions: 3 sessions for $270 (new clients only)
- Intro to Semi-Private: 3 sessions for $150 each (new clients only)
- Monthly memberships available auto-renew; credits apply to all classes including yoga
Equipment
Reformer, Chair, Tower, and props rotating based on the group’s needs each session. Also offers barre, yoga, and suspension training.
Standout Features
- Class sizes capped at 6 people maximum instructors can actually see you
- Rotating apparatus every session you won’t repeat the same workout
- Architecturally designed interior calm, refined, genuinely beautiful
- 1,200+ clients in 4 years; tight-knit community in Westerleigh
- Women-owned; wheelchair accessible; virtual classes available
- Signature studio candles (yes, the studio smells good small detail, big difference)
What Clients Say
“The studio feels welcoming with instructors who really know their stuff.”
“I found the pricing to be a little high it was one of the best Pilates classes I’ve ever taken.”
3. Club Pilates — Two Staten Island Locations
- New Springville: 2655 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314
- New Dorp: 2704-A Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306
- Website: clubpilates.com
- Rating: ⭐ 4.5 / 12 reviews (New Springville)
Pricing
- Free 30-minute Intro Class (no commitment required)
- Drop-in: ~$30–$35/class
- 4-class/month membership: contact studio
- 8-class/month membership: contact studio
- Unlimited membership: ~$150–$250/month depending on tier
Prices vary by franchise location — call to confirm current rates.
Equipment
Reformer, Springboard, TRX, BOSU, and more. 9 class formats: Reformer Flow, Cardio Sculpt, F.I.T., Center + Balance, Suspend (TRX), Restore, Control, Teen (ages 14–19), and Intro.
Standout Features
- Two Staten Island locations — convenient for North Shore and Mid-Island
- Widest class variety of any studio on this list
- Teen program (ages 14–19) — the only studio on this list offering it
- Every instructor has completed 500+ hours of Pilates training (brand requirement)
- Available via ClassPass and Wellhub
- The largest Pilates brand globally — consistent quality across sessions
What Clients Say
“Club Pilates has the widest array of classes available anywhere, designed to challenge students at every level.”
4. The Mové Luxury Wellness — Staten Island
- Address: 17 Aultman Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306
- Website: themoveluxury.com
- Rating: New studio (opened 2025) — reviews building
Pricing
Not publicly listed — contact via app or website. Download The Mové app (iOS and Android).
Equipment
Reformers (1:5 instructor-to-reformer ratio). Also offers Infrared Hot Mat and Barre classes.
Standout Features
- Staten Island’s first women-only luxury boutique wellness studio
- Heated (infrared) Pilates classes — intensifies the workout and recovery
- Red light infrared sauna + cold plunge contrast therapy on-site
- Reformer ratio of 1:5 — small, attentive classes
- Outdoor classes available during warmer months
- Dedicated app for booking
What Clients Say
“The studio feels welcoming, clean, and full of positive energy.”
“I always leave classes feeling stronger and motivated.”
5. Elevated Pilates NYC — Staten Island
- Address: 85 Guyon Ave, Staten Island, NY 10306
- Website: elevatedpilatesnyc.com
- Rating: New studio — positive early reviews on Yelp
Pricing
- Free 30-minute intro Reformer session for new clients
- Ongoing pricing: contact studio or check website
- Premium pricing tier ($$$)
Equipment
State-of-the-art Reformers. Tower Pilates also available. Classical Pilates with athletic intensity. Private and small group sessions.
Standout Features
- Integrated café on-site — specialty coffee, protein shakes, and smoothies
- Beautiful outdoor space for mat classes during good weather
- Classical Pilates roots blended with athletic, results-driven intensity
- Hands-on instructor guidance with personalized modifications
- Free intro class — no commitment to try it
What Clients Say
“By far one of the best Pilates studios I’ve ever gone to. And they have a café with the BEST lattes! They also have a gorgeous backyard where floor mat pilates are done during the good weather days.”
6. BodyLine Pilates — Dongan Hills, Staten Island
- Address: 1754 Hylan Blvd, 2nd Floor, Staten Island, NY 10305
- Phone: (718) 569-9955
- Website: bodylinepilates.com
- Rating: ⭐ 5.0 / 52 reviews (Mindbody — 100% five-star)
Pricing
- Drop-in: ~$40/class
- Private and group sessions available — contact for package rates
Equipment
Full classical apparatus: Reformer, Tower, Cadillac, and more. Private and duet sessions. Also offers Zumba and other fitness classes.
Standout Features
- Perfect 5.0 rating across 52 reviews — the highest review score on this list
- Classical Pilates focus with full apparatus — great for serious practitioners
- Family friendly, private parking lot
- Open 7 days a week, 8am–10pm — widest hours on this list
- One-on-one private sessions with experienced instructors
What Clients Say
“Great Pilates instructors for all needs. Either private or classes. The Cadillac is a treat and my favorite.”
“Small groups, nice equipment — Michelle is a great instructor.”
7. Willow Pilates & Yoga Inc — Dongan Hills, Staten Island
- Address: 629 N Railroad Ave, Staten Island, NY 10304
- Phone: (718) 351-0011
- Website: thewillowstudiossi.com
- Rating: ⭐ 4.0 / 15 reviews (Yelp)
Pricing
- 10-class pass available
- Single class and membership rates — contact studio for current pricing
Equipment
Reformer-based classes. Also offers aerial yoga apparatus, barre, and yoga.
Standout Features
- The original Pilates studio on Staten Island — founded in 2002
- First PMA-approved comprehensive Pilates teacher training program on the island
- Owner Jennifer Shea and managing partner Kymberly Byrnes: 25+ years of combined experience
- Offers the widest class variety: Pilates, Yoga, Barre, Aerial Yoga, workshops
- Next to Dongan Hills SIR train stop — accessible without a car
- Kids welcome
What Clients Say
“I love the Pilates reformer class. Very intense — quickly recovering though!”
“Lex is a wonderful instructor! Her hands-on assists are magical. Great combination of stretching and workout.”
8. The Sculpt Cafe — South Beach, Staten Island
- Address: 1584 Richmond Rd, Staten Island, NY 10304
- Phone: (917) 423-2882
- Website: thesculptcafenyc.com
- Rating: Not yet aggregated publicly — strong Instagram presence (2,975 followers)
Pricing
Mid-range ($$) — contact studio or book via their website for current class and membership rates.
Equipment
Reformers, Tower. Private and small group Reformer classes. Women-only classes.
Standout Features
- Women’s-only Reformer Pilates studio
- Boutique coffee bar on-site — espresso, specialty drinks
- Sauna and IV hydration lounge — full wellness experience under one roof
- Small class sizes for personalized attention
- Founded by two friends — strong community and intentional atmosphere
- Consistently praised for cleanliness
What Clients Say
“The cozy, women-owned space has amazing coffee.”
“Pilates classes feel personal with great instructors.”
9. Precision Sculpt Pilates — South Beach, Staten Island
- Address: 1361 Hylan Blvd, Suite G, Staten Island, NY 10305
- Phone: (718) 524-8821
- Website: precision-sculpt-pilates.com
- Rating: Consistently positive reviews — aggregate not publicly confirmed
Pricing
- First class: $25 intro offer
- Premium pricing tier ($$$)
- Class packs and memberships available — contact or book online
- 10% off all retail for members
Equipment
Reformers (including a members-only room with new machines). Small group classes focused on form.
Standout Features
- Small class sizes — instructors actively correct your form every session
- Exclusive Members-Only Room with brand new Reformers
- Women-owned boutique studio
- Range from beginner fundamentals to advanced full-body workouts
- Strong community — tight-knit group of regulars
What Clients Say
“I love how this workout pushed me to get stronger.”
“The studio is clean, cozy, and has great energy.”
“The classes make me feel supported and motivated every time.”
10. Pilates Staten Island — Near the Verrazano Bridge
- Address: Near the Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island, NY (private studio — contact for exact address)
- Website: pilatesstatenisland.com
- Rating: Private appointment-based studio — no public aggregate rating
Pricing
Private sessions only — contact for rates. Accessible from Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.
Equipment
The most comprehensive apparatus collection on this entire list: Guillotine, Reformer, Cadillac, High/Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Small Barrel, Spine Corrector, Baby Arm Chair, Ped-O-Pul, Archival Resister, Neck Square, Foot Corrector, Breath Wheel, Bean Bag, and all small apparatus.
Standout Features
- Most complete classical apparatus collection on Staten Island
- Every client starts with a full postural and movement analysis
- Owner/director Celeste Hope Zopich specializes in Perceptive Movement Analysis™
- Works with elite athletes, medical referrals, and clients with MS, scoliosis, neurological conditions, and more
- Private sessions only — highly personalized, no group classes
- Also offers European-Style Manual Osteopathy and online education programs
- Virtual class library and digital workouts available
Quick Comparison: All 10 Pilates Studios on Staten Island
| Studio | Neighborhood | Rating | Drop-in Price | Machines | Women-Only? | Intro Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flow Pilates | Tottenville | ⭐ 4.9 / 52 | ~$49 | Reformer, Chair | No | 40% off first class |
| Long Core Pilates | Westerleigh | N/A | Contact | Reformer, Chair, Tower, props | No | 3 classes / $100 |
| Club Pilates (×2) | New Springville + New Dorp | ⭐ 4.5 / 12 | ~$30–$35 | Reformer, TRX, BOSU, Springboard | No | Free 30-min intro |
| The Mové Luxury | South Beach | New | Contact | Reformer, Infrared Mat | Yes | Contact studio |
| Elevated Pilates NYC | Oakwood | New | Contact | Reformer, Tower | No | Free 30-min intro |
| BodyLine Pilates | Dongan Hills | ⭐ 5.0 / 52 | ~$40 | Reformer, Tower, Cadillac | No | Contact studio |
| Willow Pilates & Yoga | Dongan Hills | ⭐ 4.0 / 15 | Contact | Reformer, Aerial | No | Contact studio |
| The Sculpt Cafe | South Beach | N/A | Contact | Reformer, Tower | Yes | Contact studio |
| Precision Sculpt | South Beach | N/A | $25 first class | Reformer | No | $25 first class |
| Pilates Staten Island | Near Verrazano | Private | Contact | Full classical apparatus | No | Contact studio |
Which Pilates Studio Is Right for You?
- You’re brand new to Pilates: Club Pilates (free 30-min intro), Flow Pilates (40% off first class), or Elevated Pilates NYC (free intro session)
- You want the most apparatus variety: Pilates Staten Island (full classical collection) or Long Core Pilates (rotating Reformer, Chair, Tower each class)
- You’re on the South Shore: Flow Pilates in Tottenville — the only Reformer studio in that neighborhood
- You want the smallest class sizes: Long Core Pilates (max 6 people) or Precision Sculpt
- You want a luxury wellness experience: The Mové (sauna + cold plunge) or The Sculpt Cafe (café + sauna + IV lounge)
- You have a teen: Club Pilates (Teen program ages 14–19) or Willow Pilates (kids welcome)
- You need medical/rehab-level training: Pilates Staten Island — works with MS, scoliosis, neurological conditions
- You want the best-reviewed studio: BodyLine Pilates — perfect 5.0 across 52 reviews
- You want the most affordable entry: Club Pilates (~$30–$35 drop-in) or Precision Sculpt ($25 first class)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Pilates studios are on Staten Island?
As of May 2026, there are at least 10 Pilates studios on Staten Island offering apparatus-based training. This includes boutique reformer studios, luxury wellness spaces, and classical private studios. We’ve covered all of them in this guide.
What is the best Pilates studio on Staten Island?
It depends on what you’re looking for. For the highest rating, BodyLine Pilates holds a perfect 5.0 across 52 reviews. For community and atmosphere, Flow Pilates and Long Core Pilates are consistently praised. For the most machine variety, Pilates Staten Island (private classical studio) leads the list.
How much does reformer Pilates cost on Staten Island?
Drop-in rates range from ~$25–$49/class depending on the studio. Club Pilates is the most affordable at ~$30–$35. Flow Pilates charges ~$49 but offers 40% off your first class. Monthly memberships lower the per-class cost significantly — typically $37–$45/class on a membership.
Are there women-only Pilates studios on Staten Island?
Yes — The Mové Luxury Wellness and The Sculpt Cafe are both women-only studios. Long Core Pilates is women-owned but not women-only.
Is there a Pilates studio in Tottenville, Staten Island?
Yes — Flow Pilates at 217 Main St is the only Reformer Pilates studio on Staten Island’s South Shore.
What Pilates studios on Staten Island are good for beginners?
Club Pilates, Flow Pilates, and Elevated Pilates NYC all offer complimentary or discounted intro sessions specifically for beginners. Long Core Pilates recommends 1–2 private sessions before joining group classes if you’re completely new. All studios on this list accept beginners.
Do any Staten Island Pilates studios have a Cadillac machine?
Yes — BodyLine Pilates and Pilates Staten Island both have Cadillac/Tower apparatus. Pilates Staten Island has the most complete classical apparatus collection on the island, including the Cadillac, Ladder Barrel, Wunda Chair, Guillotine, and more.
A Note from Viktoria
As a certified Pilates trainer at Divolova Gym in Staten Island, I see firsthand how much proper apparatus training transforms the body — especially for clients dealing with posture issues, post-injury recovery, or plateaued gym progress.
If you’re deciding between these studios, I’d recommend visiting each one in person before committing. The machine matters, but the instructor and class size matter more. A Reformer in the wrong hands is just an expensive piece of furniture.
This guide was built from real research — we called each studio, reviewed public data, and cross-referenced client feedback. Pricing and details can change, so always confirm directly with the studio before booking.
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