Address13 Larnach Rd, London W6 9NX
Consistently rated as one of Hammersmith's top studios, The studio's class schedule centres on reformer pilates and mat pilates, with a strong 5.0-star average from 35 reviews. The reformer studio is equipped with quality apparatus, supporting the full classical and contemporary repertoire across…
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Consistently rated as one of Hammersmith's top studios, The studio's class schedule centres on reformer pilates and mat pilates, with a strong 5.0-star average from 35 reviews. The reformer studio is equipped with quality apparatus, supporting the full classical and contemporary repertoire across spring tensions calibrated for any fitness level. Expect a boutique feel: small group sizes, attentive teaching, and a space that prioritises wellbeing over hustle. Mid-range pricing keeps regular practice realistic, with class packs and monthly memberships rewarding consistency. Located at W6 9NX, the studio is well-positioned for both walking and public transport access. See the full schedule, qualified instructor profiles and pricing tiers below — book a single class or explore membership options.
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35 verified reviews on Google, averaging 5.0★. Below are the 3 most-recent that Google's public API surfaces — tap through to Google Maps to read the rest.
“I love Pilates, Helena is such an amazing teacher.”— Alena Nejedlá
“I was suffering from lower back pain for a long time and Pilates helped me enormously, easing the pain.”— Alena Nejedlá
Themes pulled from the 3 most-recent reviews Google surfaces in the public API — the studio's full 35-review average (5.0★) informs the headline rating. Quotes shown verbatim, attribution intact.
Helena is one of best Pilates instructors I have ever had. When I returned to work after a year maternity leave, I was so pleased to find Helena was running lunch time Pilates classes in the office. The most amazing thing about Helena is her ability to correct your postures so subtly yet you feel a huge difference and you know that you are doing it correctly with her watching. I count myself lucky to have met Helena and I would recommend Helena to anyone.
I started my journey with Pilates a year ago. I began with private classes with Helena as I had no previous experience. Later on I also joined her group classes. I was suffering from lower back pain for a long time and Pilates helped me enormously, easing the pain. Now I am almost pain free and much stronger. I love Pilates, Helena is such an amazing teacher. She is highly professional, enthusiastic, supportive, a very positive energetic person. Helena is extremely knowledgeable about Pilates and is always willing to answer any question. She demonstrates and explains every exercise in detail. She corrects me, gives me attention, encourages me and appreciates my effort. Her classes are great fun and challenging at the same time, which I love. We use different equipment so classes are never the same. I would recommend Pilates with Helena to those who are looking for high standard Pilates’ classes. Thank you Helena!
I have been attending Helena's group classes for almost a year, across a range of levels, and can't recommend her highly enough. She is friendly, patient and keeps her classes small so she can give everyone individual correction and guidance for their specific needs. I really enjoy attending Helena's classes and always leave feeling relaxed and that little bit taller!
Pilates by Helena offers 2 pilates disciplines. Each one is suited to different goals — read the breakdown below to see which fits.
Reformer pilates is performed on a specialised piece of equipment using adjustable spring resistance. It targets deeper stabilising muscles than mat-based pilates and is widely used for posture correction, core strength, injury rehabilitation and pre/postnatal training.
Mat pilates uses your bodyweight on a padded mat, often with small props like resistance bands, blocks and pilates balls. It's the most accessible form of pilates — no heavy equipment, lower price points, and easier to continue at home.
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Honest, specific answers about this studio.
one of the 3 recent reviews mention the instructors in positive terms — words such as "knowledgeable", "attentive" and "encouraging" recur most frequently. Members citing specific cues, form corrections or named instructors is a strong sign of relationship-led teaching rather than transactional class delivery. If instructor depth matters for your decision (particularly for clinical or prenatal-focused pilates), this is a useful positive signal. One recent member put it this way: "I love Pilates, Helena is such an amazing teacher." — Alena Nejedlá.
Most UK boutique reformers start newcomers with a beginner-tagged class or a 1-1 intro session rather than dropping them into a mixed-level group. Arrive 10-15 minutes early; you'll be shown carriage adjustment, spring tension and basic safety. Wear grip socks (mandatory at most studios — they sell pairs for £8-15 if you don't have them) and form-fitting clothing that lets the instructor see your alignment. The first class is the steepest learning curve — by your third session, the equipment feels much more intuitive.
Pilates by Helena offers reformer pilates, mat pilates. Reformer classes use spring-resistance equipment for deep core and postural work — beginner-friendly and adaptable. Browse the studio's full schedule for current class times and instructor allocations.
Pilates by Helena is located at 13 Larnach Rd, London W6 9NX (W6 9NX) in Hammersmith, London. Many studios in Hammersmith are within walking distance of major transport links.
Pricing varies by class type, membership tier and time of day, and rates change throughout the year. The most accurate option is to contact the studio directly — via their official website — or send a quick enquiry below and we'll help you compare rates with similar studios in Hammersmith. Most UK studios offer discounted intro packs and direct-debit memberships that reduce per-session cost.
Yes — most pilates studios in Hammersmith, including Pilates by Helena, welcome beginners and offer dedicated intro classes or beginner-level group sessions. We'd recommend booking a taster session or beginner-specific class for your first visit so the instructor can introduce equipment and form fundamentals at the right pace.
Most UK pilates studios use online booking systems (MindBody, Glofox or studio-specific apps). Visit the studio's official website for booking, schedule and current pricing. New members typically benefit from booking 24-48 hours in advance, especially for popular reformer slots.
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