Strong, Long, and Completely at Ease
Boutique reformer and mat Pilates in a calm, light-filled studio on Montana Avenue. Small classes, certified instructors, and the kind of strength you feel in everything you do.
Find Your Practice
From your very first reformer class to advanced flows and prenatal care, every class is small, guided, and tailored to your level. New to Pilates? Start with Foundations.
A Calmer, Stronger You Starts Here
We built Aria as an antidote to the loud, crowded fitness world — a serene, light-filled studio where you can actually hear your instructor, feel your body, and leave better than you arrived.
Our classes are capped small, our instructors are deeply certified, and our reformers are immaculate. Whether you're chasing strength, recovering from an injury, or simply craving an hour that's entirely yours, you'll find it here — in a space designed to make you feel as good as the practice itself.
- ✓Certified, attentive instructors
- ✓Small classes — capped at eight
- ✓Pristine reformers & equipment
- ✓A calm, light-filled Montana Ave studio
Pilates the Way It Should Feel
The details that turn a workout into a practice you'll genuinely look forward to.
Truly Small Classes
Capped at eight, so your instructor sees you, corrects you, and tailors every exercise to your body. Never a room you get lost in.
Certified, Caring Instructors
Comprehensively trained teachers who lead with knowledge and warmth — and genuinely know their regulars by name.
Kind to Every Body
Beginners, pre- and post-natal, post-injury, every age — Pilates meets you exactly where you are, and we scale everything to you.
A Space That Calms You
Light, airy, and immaculate — the studio itself is part of the practice. You'll feel the difference the moment you arrive.
Results You Feel
Better posture, a stronger core, less pain, and a longer, more capable body — Pilates that shows up in your real life.
Classes That Fit Your Life
Early mornings, evenings, and weekends, with easy online booking — so your practice fits around your week, not the reverse.
A Studio You'll Want to Stay In
Light, calm, and beautifully kept — a space designed to make the practice feel as restorative as it is strengthening.
New to the Reformer? Easy.
If you've never set foot on a reformer, you're exactly who we love teaching. Here's how it goes.
Book Foundations
Reserve a Beginner Foundations or intro class online — built specifically for first-timers, with zero pressure.
Arrive a Little Early
Come fifteen minutes before to meet your instructor, get fitted to the reformer, and settle into the calm.
Move at Your Pace
Your instructor guides every movement and modifies as needed. It's low-impact, supported, and surprisingly fun.
Leave Lighter
Walk out taller, looser, and a little obsessed. We'll help you find the classes and rhythm that fit your goals.
An Hour That Gives More Than It Takes
So much of fitness leaves you depleted. Pilates at Aria does the opposite — you'll work hard, but you'll leave calmer, taller, and more connected to your body than when you walked in.
That's by design. Our instructors teach with intention and breath, our space is built for serenity, and our classes are small enough to feel personal. It's strength training that feels like self-care — and the reason our members keep their spot, year after year.
- ✓Low-impact, deeply effective
- ✓Taught with intention & breath
- ✓Strength training that feels like self-care
- ✓A practice members keep for years
Santa Monica's Strongest, Calmest Hour
I've tried every workout under the sun and nothing has changed my body like Aria. Three months of reformer and I'm stronger, taller, and my back pain is just… gone. The instructors actually correct your form. It's transformative.
The classes are capped so small that it feels almost like a private. My instructor knows my body, my goals, and exactly when to push me. I leave every session feeling longer, lighter, and completely calm.
I did prenatal Pilates here through both pregnancies and recovered faster than I ever imagined. The instructors are so knowledgeable and gentle. Aria is genuinely the best thing I do for myself.
Come Try the Reformer
Book your first class and feel the Aria difference — stronger, longer, and completely at ease. Beginners always welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
I've never done Pilates — where do I start?
With our Beginner Foundations class, which is designed exactly for you. We'll introduce the reformer, the breath, and the basics in a small, welcoming group, with an instructor guiding every move. Most first-timers are surprised how approachable — and fun — it feels.
What's the difference between reformer and mat Pilates?
Reformer Pilates uses a spring-loaded machine that adds resistance and support, making it incredibly effective and easy to scale. Mat Pilates uses your body weight on the floor. Both build core strength and control — many members do both, and we'll help you choose.
How small are the classes?
We cap every class at eight, so your instructor can actually see you, correct your form, and tailor exercises to your body. It's the attention of a private session at a fraction of the cost.
Is Pilates safe during pregnancy or after an injury?
Yes — with the right guidance, which is our specialty. Our prenatal and rehab classes are led by instructors specifically trained for them, and we'll always modify around your needs. We're happy to coordinate with your doctor or physio when helpful.
What should I wear and bring?
Comfortable, fitted activewear you can move in, and grip socks (we sell them, or bring your own). That's it — we provide the reformers, mats, and all the props. Just arrive a few minutes early for your first class.
How much do classes cost?
We offer intro packages, class packs, and memberships, with pricing depending on what suits you. Tell us how often you'd like to practice and we'll recommend the best value — and your first class is a great low-commitment way to start.
Roll Out Your First Reformer
Tell us a little about your experience and when works, and we'll get you booked into the perfect first class — usually the same day.