At Fairfax Pilates, we believe that movement is medicine—and few forms of exercise deliver lasting results like Reformer Pilates. Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve mobility, or simply move with greater ease and confidence, the Reformer is a truly transformative tool.
What Makes the Reformer Different?
At first glance, a Pilates Reformer might look a bit intimidating—springs,straps, a moving carriage—but it’s this unique design that makes it such a powerhouse for strength and mobility training. The springs provide variable resistance, meaning the load adapts to you throughout the movement, challenging your muscles without strain on your joints.
Unlike traditional gym equipment, the Reformer engages your body in a balanced, functional way, training both large muscle groups and the smaller stabilizing muscles that support everyday movement.
Strength That Works in Real Life
Strength isn’t just about how much weight you can lift—it’s about how you use your body in daily life. Reformer Pilates focuses on:
• Full-body strength integration – Every move engages your core while working arms, legs, and back.
• Eccentric muscle control – The springs create resistance in both directions, improving muscle length and control.
• Balanced strength – No more overtraining some muscles while neglecting others; every side of your body works in harmony.
These principles translate into practical, usable strength—from lifting groceries to hiking with ease.
Mobility That Keeps You Moving
Mobility is more than flexibility—it’s your ability to move through life’s demands with freedom and control. The Reformer shines here, too:
• Joint-friendly resistance – Strengthens muscles without compressing joints.
• Dynamic stretching – Every exercise flows through a range of motion that improves flexibility and stability.
• Postural alignment – Reformer work supports spinal health and corrects imbalances.
Clients often notice they can bend, twist, and reach more comfortably within just a few weeks of consistent training.
Perfect for All Levels
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, training for a sport, or simply want to age with grace and confidence, the Reformer meets you where you are. Our certified STOTT Pilates instructors at Fairfax Pilates customize each workout to your body’s needs—adjusting spring tension, modifying positions, and selecting exercises that challenge you safely.
Why Our Clients Call It Life-Changing
Many clients come in expecting a workout, but they leave with:
• Better posture and alignment
• Reduced pain and stiffness
• Stronger, leaner muscles
• More energy and body confidence
And perhaps most importantly—the ability to keep doing the activities they love for years to come.
Experience the Fairfax Pilates Difference
With our small group Reformer classes (max 6 clients) and private sessions, you get personal attention in a boutique, 5-star-rated setting. Our motto, Move Powerfully. Age Gracefully., guides everything we do.
📅 Ready to see what the Reformer can do for you?
Book Your First Session and discover why it’s the ultimate training for strength and mobility!