Welcome to
Hell’s Kitchen Pilates
In the heart of Hell’s Kitchen you can find our community driven studio offering Private, Duet and Group Pilates Classes to challenge your body and feed your soul
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Our classes
REFORMER Class
Discover the transformative power of the Pilates Reformer in this dynamic, well-rounded session. Utilizing our Elina Pilates apparatus, our classes are classically based, incorporating intelligent variations and modifications to suit every body. With a limit of three participants, you'll receive unparalleled personalized attention, ensuring precise form and optimal results as you engage with spring resistance for a challenging full-body workout.
REFORMER/TOWER COMBO
Tone your body with the unique resistance of the Reformer AND Tower apparatus to deepen your Pilates practice. This focused apparatus class utilizes varied spring resistance for a focused challenge, building core strength, concentration and refining control. Discover new movement dimensions, leaving you powerfully aligned and strong.
REFORMER JUMPBOARD
Elevate your Pilates workout with the Reformer Jumpboard! This class delivers a unique, low-impact cardio experience as you jump, bound, and push off the board from a reclined position. Expect a powerful fusion of plyometric movements and reformer exercises that ignite your core, sculpt your legs and glutes, and challenge your endurance, all while the Reformer springs provide supportive resistance. It's a fun, energetic way to boost your heart rate and build dynamic strength!
MAMA’s Pilates
50 mins of circuit training: weights/cardio/stretching. A music motivated class with exercises selected to help prepare the perinatal body for birth- recovery- parenthood. Appropriate for all populations and stages.
For participation in the class a doctors note is required stating that you are cleared for exercise.
MAT Pilates
Ready to fire up your core and feel muscles you didn't know you had? This Pilates Mat class will challenge your stability and control with a dynamic flow of exercises. Expect invigorating movements that will leave you feeling stronger, more aligned, and smiling throughout the class.
Joe’s Gym Membership
Imagine stepping into Joseph Pilates' original studio, located at 939 Eighth Avenue in the vibrant Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. It was a place where, after initial guidance and a few sessions to grasp the fundamentals, clients often engaged in their own focused practice, much like one would in a traditional gym.
Our "Joe's Gym" membership echoes that spirit of empowered self-practice, right here in Hell’s Kitchen. Currently, this option provides access to our studio for your independent mat and apparatus work and use of props, guided by audio-only workouts available through our exclusive my Pilates App – supporting your self-directed sessions after you've familiarized yourself with the basics.
Plus, enjoy a significant 50% discount on regularly scheduled mat classes!
About Us
Sometimes the best things happen when you just dive in, and that's exactly how Hell's Kitchen Pilates came to life! What began as a student-teacher connection between Kim and Nadya over eight years ago has blossomed into this studio, a space built on a shared vision of nurturing your well-being. We're passionate about creating a welcoming community where you'll not only discover the transformative power of Pilates and other modalities but also feel truly connected to your body and leave feeling amazing. Come join our journey – we're so excited to share it with you!
ABOUT PILATES
Pilates is a method of physical and mental exercise involving stretches and breathing that focus on strengthening the abdominal core. It was developed by Joseph Pilates in 1920s and originally called "Contrology" emphasizing the harmonious connection between mind and body. By engaging deep stabilizing muscles and promoting mindful movement, Pilates goes beyond traditional exercise to cultivate improved posture, balance, flexibility, and overall body awareness. It's a sophisticated approach to fitness that empowers you to move with greater efficiency and ease in your daily life.
The Pilates method is guided by six principles that enhance its effectiveness.
Centering: Engaging your deep core muscles (abdominals, back, pelvic floor) as the foundation for all movement.
Concentration: Paying close mental attention to each exercise to ensure proper form and muscle activation.
Control: Performing movements with deliberate muscle engagement, avoiding relying on momentum.
Precision: Focusing on accuracy and correct alignment in each exercise for optimal results.
Breath: Coordinating your inhales and exhales with the movements to support efficiency and flow.
Flow: Moving smoothly and continuously from one exercise to the next, creating a fluid sequence.
By consistently engaging in Pilates, you'll not only develop a stronger core but also enhance your coordination, reduce the risk of injury, and cultivate a deeper understanding of your body's potential.
Meet the Team
Get ready to experience Pilates with a team that truly cares! We're not just here to lead you through the moves; our passionate instructors are dedicated to providing an incredible and insightful experience, ensuring you leave each class feeling both physically better and more knowledgeable about your body. Kindness and your well-being are at the heart of everything we do, with a strong focus on keeping you moving safely and injury-free. Expect fun, engaging classes that will make you look forward to each session!
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Co-Founder - Master Instructor
My passion for creating community, whether in my studio or home, brings me immense joy. With a lifelong passion for dance and 20+ years of fitness experience, I am adept at seeing imbalances in the body and possess the tools to help correct them. This expertise is rooted in my history of founding, owning, and operating Core Pilates NYC from 2002 to 2017, where I grew a successful business and cultivated a respected Teacher Training Program.
My journey led me to the MELT Method in 2014, and I now serve as a Senior MELT Instructor and Assistant to the Director of Education, having assisted in training thousands of instructors globally. I am passionate about the life-changing combination of Pilates and MELT, encouraging everyone to make these modalities a part of their daily routine to get out of and stay out of chronic aches and pains. I truly believe movement and connection are deeply ingrained in who I am, and I find balance in my downtime with cooking and movies, and in my quiet moments for recharging. I look forward to meeting you and helping you become more grounded and mobile.
Credentials:
Classical Pilates Training with Bob Liekens and Power Pilates
The National Pilates Certification Program (NCPC)
The MELT® Method Level 5 Training Senior Trainer
Anatomy in Clay®
Functional Anatomy for Movement and Injuries (FAMI) from Mt. Sinai Hospital
Gil Hedley’s 5–Day Intensive Hands On Human Dissection Course
Alex Effer’s Evolve Mentorship Program
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Co-Founder
I feel very lucky to do what I love and make my passion my profession. My day job is in IT, and I love all about technology, gadgets, and solving complex problems with it. I started to do Pilates over 8 years ago as a complete newbie with no background in dancing or any other sports activities. To be honest, I even skipped gym workouts pretty often. And I loved it! Completely selfishly, I went through a Pilates teacher training with Kim to get a more advanced level of Pilates. And here I am. I love teaching and share the benefits of Pilates with others. I live in Hell’s Kitchen long enough to call it my home. I love the community and people here. It feels good to open the studio in my neighborhood. I’m also a new mom to my puppy, Lucky. He’ll assist me in my classes sometimes. Looking forward to seeing you in the studio!
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Master Instructor
For me, Pilates is more than exercise—it's a journey of understanding how bodies move and what they can achieve. With comprehensive classical training since 2012 and a decade of teaching movement in the NYC public school system, I bring a unique perspective to my classes. My personal experience with Pilates during pregnancy has fueled my specialization and passion in pre/postnatal work. Outside the studio, I'm a Brooklyn mom of two boys, a lover of pizza, a spectator at the playground, and a fan of solo dining, documentaries, and a good dance.
Credentials:
Classical Pilates Training with Core Pilates NYC
Faculty Training with Core Pilates NYC
Anatomy in Clay
Pilates Through Pregnancy & The Postpartum Client with Debra Goodman
MELT Method Hand & Foot
Functional Anatomy for Movement and Injuries (FAMI)
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I bring a spontaneous, fun, and undeniably challenging energy to my teaching. After a long career as a contemporary dancer; you might even spot me ballroom dancing in a few movies with HK Pilates co-founder Kim V! I've spent nearly a decade sharing my movement wisdom with actors at NYU Tisch Drama. Now, with almost two decades of Pilates teaching under my belt, I'm also a certified MELT instructor. So, whether I'm channeling my inner indie author, frustrated comic, or wannabe podcaster, you can bet my classes will keep you on your toes! It may be the most authentic core workout you'll get from all of the belly laughs I will provide!!
Credentials:
Classical Pilates Training with Core Pilates NYC
L2 MELT Method Instructor
Professional Ballroom Dancer and Instructor
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I’m so excited to be joining the Hell’s Kitchen Pilates team!
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Movement has been my lifelong language. As a professional dancer, actor, and Pilates instructor originally from Argentina and now based in NYC, I’m passionate about helping people feel strong, connected, and at home in their bodies—no matter their age, background, or experience level.
I specialize in creating accessible, creative, and inclusive classes for all populations, including older adults, people with visual impairments, and pre/post-natal clients. My teaching blends anatomical awareness with expressive movement, always rooted in care, curiosity, and joy. Whether I’m teaching on the mat or the reformer, in a studio or a senior center, I aim to offer a space where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to move with confidence.
In addition to my Pilates certifications, I am a professional dancer, graduated from the Martha Graham School. I now dance tango, jazz, contemporary, and more—performing across all five boroughs of NYC.
When I’m not teaching, you can find me dancing, performing, or finding movement inspiration in the energy of New York City.
Certifications & Training:
Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Ladder Barrel & Anatomy (Pilates People)
Prenatal Pilates Certification (The Space Pilates Studio)
Adaptive Movement Training for the Blind and Visually Impaired (Argentinian Blind Library)
Pilates Mat Certification (Nexo Pilates & Therapy)
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I’m so excited to be joining the Hell’s Kitchen Pilates team! After years of dancing and dealing with back pain, Pilates completely changed the way I move and feel. It’s helped me find strength, ease, and better posture while learning to initiate and conduct movement using my whole body. Now I love helping others experience that same transformation and connection helping them alleviate their aches and pains through both private sessions and group classes using all the fun tools and machines that Joseph Pilates has made.
Certifications:
- 450-hour Comprehensive Pilates Certification (Equinox)
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- B.S. in Exercise Science (in progress)
- Foot & Hand MELT Method Training (in progress)
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Originally from Poland, with chapters in Copenhagen and London before settling in New York City, each place has shaped my perspective in its own unique way.
My connection to movement began in childhood through ballet and ballroom dance, instilling a deep appreciation for discipline, body awareness, and expressive control.
Throughout these transitions and alongside my career in finance movement has remained a quiet constant. Hence, I was naturally drawn to Pilates—it felt like an organic continuation of my early training and a perfect counterbalance to the pace and structure of corporate environment. It eventually led me to pursue formal training and to become a certified instructor.
As Joseph Pilates said, “It is the mind itself which shapes the body.” For me, Pilates is more than a physical practice—it’s a way of connecting inward, cultivating strength, and restoring balance in both body and mind.
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I was born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, where my passion for movement began through dance at a young age. I launched my professional performance career in 2004, and through that experience I learned the importance of thoughtful physical conditioning to stay healthy, active, and energized.
That passion inspired me to expand into the wellness industry, earning my personal training certification in 2013. While searching for a modality that complemented my dance career, I discovered Barre and Pilates and instantly fell in love with both. I became certified so I could share that passion with others.
Since relocating to New York in 2018, I’ve balanced performing with guiding clients to move with precision, strength, and control. One of the most rewarding parts of teaching is watching clients feel empowered in class while building confidence and transforming their fitness.
I’m so excited to be part of this community and can’t wait to move with you all soon!
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Pilates became part of my journey while I was looking for a way to feel stronger, more balanced, and more connected to my body. Through my own practice, I discovered how powerful mindful movement can be—not only for building strength, but also for improving posture, control, and overall well-being. My classes focus on controlled, intentional movement while creating a supportive and positive environment where everyone can enjoy the process.
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With a background in movement and performance, Xavier brings a dynamic, intuitive approach to Pilates. Rather than teaching a one-size-fits-all class, he tailors each session to the body in front of him—prioritizing what clients need most in the moment.
He is especially passionate about prehabilitation and rehabilitation-focused work, helping clients build strength, stability, and confidence in their movement. Whether working with seasoned athletes and dancers or those brand new to Pilates, Xavier aims to create an inclusive, supportive environment where every body can thrive.
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MELT Instructor
My passion is empowering people to create a balanced life they love, where optimal health and joy go hand-in-hand. My "work smarter, not harder" approach to fitness stems from my experience as a former athlete and professional dancer who overcame career-threatening injuries. This journey, combined with learning from industry leaders like Sue Hitzmann (MELT Method®), Lisa Wheeler, Robert Steinbacher (bodyART), and my nursing background, fuels my dedication to helping you achieve your full potential, whether it's running a marathon, dancing on Broadway, or simply living pain-free. I specialized in teaching the MELT Method, pilates, corrective exercise, and barre. As a co-owner of REVIVE Restorative Retreats, I offer transformative wellness experiences both internationally and in NYC. I’ve lived in Manhattan for 20 years and I’m a proud Wife and Mom of a toddler who loves 90s hip hop and travel as much as I do.
Credentials:
Senior MELT Method Instructor
Classical Mat Training with Core Pilates NYC
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Senior BodyArt Instructor
Registered Nurse-BSN
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Master MELT and Yoga Instructor
After becoming sick on a trip to India to study yoga in 2004, my body began to break down. I pulled my hamstring badly, and keep re-injuring it whenever I tried to teach yoga. Limping and depressed, I stumbled into a class with Sue Hitzmann, the Creator of the MELT Method. By the end of the class, I knew I had found a new way to heal myself. I took the next MELT Training and never looked back! After teaching MELT classes, workshops, and private sessions for over a decade, I became a MELT Master Instructor in 2016.
My goal is to give people hope that their body wants to heal, and to teach them the simple tools that were so helpful to me on my own healing journey. Outside the studio, I am the homeschooling mom of a teenage daughter who loves to dance and MELT her feet!
Credentials:
MELT Master Instructor
Registered Yoga Teacher (Breath-Centered Yoga with Leslie Kaminoff, Children and Teens Yoga with Tara Rachel Jones, and Restorative Yoga with Cheri Clampett and Arturo Peale, amongst others)
Trauma-Informed Reiki Master with Tara Tonini
CranioSacral Therapy with the Upledger Institute
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Sub Teacher
Originally a sunny San Diegan now living on the UWS, I've been sharing my passion for Pilates for seven years with all sorts of amazing clients. Before finding my way to the mat, I had a blast as an actor and singer, performing in Tokyo, on cruise ships, and even with Disney! When I'm not in the studio, you can usually find me reading in the sun or hanging out with my two adorable dogs, Penny the dachshund and Arwen the rescue mix. I truly believe in the power of Pilates to connect your mind and body, and while I love the Classical Method, I also enjoy weaving in some contemporary moves to create a workout that leaves you feeling both strong and restored. Pilates is for everyone, and I can't wait to move with you! Oh, and my guilty pleasure? Reality dating shows – don't tell anyone!
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Sub Teacher Master Instructor
I was introduced to Pilates while studying Modern Dance at Texas Christian University as I was dealing with a chronic back injury. Within two months of taking Pilates classes twice weekly, my injury healed, my core became stronger, and I felt like myself again! Since then, I have dived deep into Pilates pedagogies, psycho-therapies, and somatic therapies - all connecting the mind, body, and spirit. As a certified Pilates instructor and registered dance/movement therapist, I bring an empathetic and holistic approach to moving with each person. Outside of the Pilates studio, I am a professional dancer and singer paving my path towards Broadway! Hell's Kitchen is my home and I am excited to share Pilates with fellow Hell's Kitchen residents.
Credentials:
Pilates Teacher Training with Texas Christian University
Registered-Dance/Movement Therapist
NCPT
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