Studios checked October 2026 · 8 min read
Amsterdam has one of Europe's busiest reformer scenes, with big, design-led studios in De Pijp, highly rated neighbourhood studios in Oud-Zuid and Oost, a BASI teacher-training academy in Oud-West and Lagree near the Weteringschans. This guide covers six studios with confirmed addresses, what each does best and how to book.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Reformer, classical and Lagree from De Pijp to Oost
6 Studios · Curated & Verified
Ceintuurbaan 131h, 1072 GA Amsterdam
PILAT3S opened its De Pijp studio on Ceintuurbaan in 2022: around 200 square metres with seventeen reformers and a coffee bar serving fresh matcha and collagen drinks. It is one of Amsterdam's best-known reformer brands, with a second studio in Oud-Zuid on Karperstraat.
Worth knowing: a large, popular studio; great energy, less individual correction than a small boutique.
Lutmastraat 191B, 1074 TV Amsterdam
Studio 191 runs reformer and mat Pilates from three Amsterdam studios: Lutmastraat in De Pijp, Jan Hanzenstraat in Oud-West and Beukenweg in Oost. Its timetable includes prenatal classes, and it has its own booking app.
Worth knowing: three studios with similar names, so check which one you have booked.
Korte Schimmelstraat 18, 1053 SZ Amsterdam
BASI Pilates Academy Amsterdam, formerly The Movement Practice, is the Amsterdam home of BASI, one of the world's best-known Pilates teacher-training organisations. Alongside classes, it trains and certifies instructors, which makes it the place to go for comprehensive, technique-led apparatus work.
Worth knowing: teaching is precise and technical; choose it for depth rather than a sweaty workout.
Stadionweg 153-H, Amsterdam
Pilates 13 on Stadionweg in Oud-Zuid is one of Amsterdam's most-reviewed reformer studios, rated 4.8 by more than twelve thousand ClassPass users. It is a convenient choice near the Olympic Stadium and Zuid business district.
Worth knowing: very popular, so peak classes fill early.
Middenweg 67F, Amsterdam
Studio 9 is an atmospheric, spotless Pilates studio on Middenweg in Watergraafsmeer, founded by Manon Fakkeldij. It runs reformer classes for Oost residents who would rather not cross town for a good class.
Worth knowing: a smaller studio with a shorter timetable than the big brands.
Weteringschans 130-132, Amsterdam
CORE40 teaches the Lagree method on the Megaformer, a slow, high-tension workout. Its studios include Weteringschans near the Rijksmuseum, Stadionweg in Zuid and Oslofjordweg in Noord, and it is one of the most-reviewed boutique studios in the city.
Worth knowing: Lagree is not classical Pilates; it is a different machine and a tougher format.
Most Amsterdam studios list on at least one of these platforms, which makes it easy to try several before choosing one.
Peak reformer slots fill first, especially at popular studios in De Pijp and Zuid.
Several brands run more than one Amsterdam studio. Confirm the address before you cycle over.
Reformer Pilates focuses on control and technique; Lagree on the Megaformer is a slower, tougher strength workout.
Grip socks are required at almost every reformer studio in Amsterdam.
Where to look depending on where you live, work or stay.
Large, design-led reformer studios around Ceintuurbaan and Lutmastraat, close to the Albert Cuyp market.
Highly rated studios on Stadionweg and Karperstraat, convenient for Zuid offices and the Vondelpark.
A BASI teacher-training academy and neighbourhood reformer studios between the Vondelpark and the Kinkerstraat.
Calm neighbourhood studios in Watergraafsmeer and Lagree on the Weteringschans near the Rijksmuseum.
Grip socks are required at most reformer studios in Amsterdam. These are our recommended picks, all available on Amazon. Affiliate disclosure.
Quick Picks: At a Glance
Our 6 picks are PILAT3S De Pijp (De Pijp), Studio 191 (De Pijp · West · Oost), BASI Pilates Academy Amsterdam (Oud-West), Pilates 13 (Oud-Zuid), Studio 9 Pilates (Oost (Watergraafsmeer)) and CORE40 (Centrum (Weteringschans) · Zuid · Noord). Each listing above covers what the studio is best for, its signature class and a booking tip.
This guide covers De Pijp, Oud-Zuid, Oud-West and Oost & Centrum. Large, design-led reformer studios around Ceintuurbaan and Lutmastraat, close to the Albert Cuyp market.
Book through ClassPass, Urban Sports Club or OneFit. Book before-work and evening classes early. Check which location you booked.
Grip socks are required at most reformer studios. Our gear list for Amsterdam covers grip socks, a Pilates mat, a magic circle, resistance bands, a foam roller and a home reformer.
Yes. CORE40 teaches the Lagree method on the Megaformer, with studios on Weteringschans, Stadionweg and in Noord.
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