Smartbody Pilates

Smartbody sets the standard for what a Pilates studio should be. It is deeply committed to both the practice and to its students. The instruction is precise, rigorous, and consistently high-level. What truly differentiates this studio is its uncompromising focus on foundations and fundamentals. Training here has completely changed my body and my relationship to Pilates. Jelena and her team have cultivated an environment that is beautiful, focused, disciplined, and deeply supportive of growth.

Last week, I completed my Mat Teacher Training at Smartbody. This is the place to go if you want to learn real Pilates, away from passing trends. The training is solid, detailed and demanding in the right way. The groups are small, which means you’re truly seen and receive individual guidance. You’re constantly challenged, but always with kindness and awareness. That balance is rare, and it’s what allows you to grow so much in such a short time. In just three months, I felt supported into becoming a teacher, gaining confidence and a strong foundation. There’s a real sense of warmth at Smartbody — in the people who work there and in the way teaching is approached. Standards are high, hard work and study are expected, but everything is done with care. I’ve now finished the Mat course, I’m already teaching, and I’ll be continuing my training here with the Reformer course — there’s still so much to learn! The best Pilates studio in Amsterdam — and very likely in the Netherlands 💛

Had such a great experience with Alice at her class today. Very comfortable space and environment for men to do Pilates. I will definitely be back. The vibe and energy that Alice creates amongst the class was 10/10. Would highly recommend this spot and getting in with Alice. You can check her work out on Instagram @signiturepilatesbyalice 👏

If you wish to learn how to teach and train your body the way Joseph Pilates himself intented, in a friendly and encouraging environment, Smartbody Pilates teacher training program is for you! Teachers are amazing; friendly and attending, invested in your success, not to mention near 20 years of exprience which they pass on to the new trainers. In 12 week course I feel I captured the essence of pilates, exprienced the joy of teaching myself, and pushed my body's limit even further in every class. I felt like the studio became my second home during the course, I didn't miss a single self practice time, and I've learned a lot from both my teachers, Jelena and Marieke. You can ask anything and they are always happy to answer. Let's not forgot Anatomy lessons, which were given by Patrick who is a great teacher! I learned from him and his lectures more than the muscles and bones but movement principles and physiology of pilates and other concepts we hear in pilates such as tone, flebility and so on.. He encouraged us to discuss these concepts and allowed to discover ourselves. I am really grateful that I chose Smartbody Pilates to get my teacher training, it was one of the great expriences of my life. I recommend Smartbody highly to anyone who is considering teacher training, don't hesitate, sign up right away!

I've just finished my Mat Pilates teachers training course and I'm so happy about these 12 weeks I was studying there. Small group, well-organized program with practice classes in the studio, anatomy lectures, lectures about teaching and homework for full immersion. Experienced teachers who are ready to share their knowledge and passion, answer your questions and support you. I think it's a great place to start your Pilates journey!