Private Pilates in Kirstenhof, Cape Town
Small, personal and built around your body. One-on-one and two-on-one sessions in a home studio — for complete beginners, people rebuilding after injury, athletes adding strength and control, and mums-to-be who want to keep moving safely.
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise that focuses on building core strength, improving posture, while increasing flexibility and mobility. It’s based on controlled movements with proper alignment, designed to strengthen your body from the inside out. Originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, this practice is now used around the world by athletes, dancers, rehab clients, and anyone looking to move better and feel stronger.
- •Build a strong, supportive core
- •Improve posture and body awareness
- •Increase flexibility and mobility
- •Support injury prevention and recovery
- •Relieve tension and promote overall strength
The beauty of Pilates is that it’s adaptable for all fitness levels — whether you’re new to exercise, working through an injury, or looking for a challenge.
Session formats
One-on-One
A private hour built around your goals — the fastest way to learn the work properly and progress.
Two-on-One (Duo)
Train with a partner or friend. Priced per person, still with hands-on attention to form.
Pregnancy (Preggie) Pilates
Pelvic floor and deep-core support, posture and lower-back relief, adapted through each trimester.
Remedial / Rehab Pilates
Controlled, progressive movement for post-injury and chronic back, hip or shoulder issues — often paired with remedial massage.
Group classes at Thrive, Westlake
Small-group core, mobility and functional movement — booked directly through Thrive.
What to expect
The first session is an assessment as much as a workout: how you move, where you’re tight or weak, what you’re training for or recovering from. From there, each session is programmed for you — mat and small-equipment work, progressed as you get stronger. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in; socks are fine.
Easy to reach from
Kirstenhof · Tokai · Bergvliet · Lakeside · Muizenberg · Constantia · Westlake · Retreat — 2 Alfred Street, Kirstenhof. Free street parking.
Pilates pricing
Two-on-one is priced per person. Packages available on request. Prices read live from the booking system.
- Pilates — Two-on-OneR350
- Pilates — One-on-OneR420
Group classes at Thrive
R120Small-group Pilates at Thrive, Westlake Business Park — booked externally through Thrive, not through this studio.
Book group classes at Thrive →Pilates — common questions
How much is private Pilates?
One-on-one Pilates is R420 per session and two-on-one is R350 per person. Small-group classes at Thrive in Westlake are booked and priced directly through Thrive. Packages are available on request.
Where is the studio, and is there parking?
The studio is at 2 Alfred Street, Kirstenhof, Cape Town — a private home studio a few minutes from Tokai, Bergvliet, Lakeside, Muizenberg and Constantia. There is free street parking outside.
How do I book?
Book online: create an account (or log in) and choose a time from live availability. New clients pay upfront for their first session. You can also WhatsApp 078 258 5893. The studio is open Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel or move a session with at least 24 hours’ notice and there is no charge. Late cancellations (under 24 hours) escalate over a 12-month period: the first is a warning, the second is charged at 50%, and the third onwards at 100%. Full terms are on the Terms page.
Do you do pregnancy massage and Pilates?
Yes — gentle, supported pregnancy massage using side-lying positioning, and pregnancy (preggie) Pilates focused on pelvic floor, deep-core support and lower-back relief, adapted to each trimester.