State Street Pilates is aesthetically adorable. With its chic decor, cozy vibe, and plenty of space for semi-private sessions, it manages to feel both boutique and welcoming, without ever being cramped.
I took the Pilates Gym class (don't let the name scare you -- there's no bench-pressing here unless it's reformer-related...and not even then). This isn't your typical contemporary Pilates class with synchronized leg lifts and forced serenity. Nope, this one's rooted in the classical method, and it shows. You get a personalized workout plan, access to all apparatuses, and the freedom to work at your own pace, like an introvert's dream workout.
Megan was incredibly attentive and intuitive, helping me through exercises I would've skipped (read: panicked and pretended to adjust my grip socks) in a larger studio setting. I was dealing with some pain beforehand, but her guidance helped me modify and still get a solid workout. And let me tell you, your girl broke a sweat. The good kind. The "I feel accomplished but also mildly betrayed by my own muscles" kind.
It's worth noting: this place isn't for the TikTok Pilates bandwagon recruits looking to pose on a reformer and call it a day. This is the real deal -- classical, precise, and actually challenging. If you're here for aesthetics only, prepare to be humbled by springs and straps.
My only callout, and the reason for only four stars, is that the studio is upstairs and didn't seem to have a handicap-accessible entrance. Please correct me if I missed the elevator opportunity. I can't imagine a client with a disability being able to practice here unless they're willing to do a surprise stair workout.
Still, for anyone who can make it up the stairs, State Street Pilates is a gem. Classical, effective, challenging and just the right amount of charm. read more
