MAT PILATES
- Primarily floor-based
- Uses body weight
- Minimal equipment
- Focus on controlled Pilates movement
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Natural Pilates Los Angeles
No previous experience required
Instructor guidance
Form corrections
Movement options
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EXPLORE UPSCALE PILATES STUDIO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
Explore upscale pilates studio Southern California with focused guidance on what the topic means in practice and how Natural Pilates approaches movement with precision, resistance and intent.
I'VE NEVER DONE PILATES.
Tell the team you're new. Your starting point is useful information for your instructor.
I'VE NEVER USED A REFORMER.
Setup, resistance and class cues can be explained as you begin.
I'M NOT FLEXIBLE OR FIT ENOUGH.
Neither flexibility nor a specific fitness level is a prerequisite for starting.
WHAT IF I CAN'T DO A MOVEMENT?
Movements can be progressed or regressed so you can work at an appropriate level.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU START
A CLEAR PATH FROM ARRIVAL TO MOVEMENT.
Knowing the sequence removes much of the uncertainty: arrive, get oriented, learn the equipment, listen for cues, move with control and build familiarity over time.
ARRIVE
Tell the team you're new.
ORIENTATION
Get familiar with the studio and class setup.
REFORMER SETUP
Learn resistance, positioning and equipment basics.
INSTRUCTOR CUES
Listen for form and movement guidance.
MOVE
Focus on control and muscular activation.
BUILD FAMILIARITY
Recognize more of the method as you continue.
THE REFORMER, EXPLAINED
THE EQUIPMENT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE A MYSTERY.
A Pilates Reformer uses a moving carriage, springs for adjustable resistance, a footbar and straps. Different setups support different exercises and movement patterns.
CARRIAGE
The moving platform used through many exercises.
SPRINGS
Adjustable resistance that changes the load.
FOOTBAR
A contact point used in different positions.
STRAPS
Used for hands or feet in selected movements.
MAT VS. REFORMER PILATES FOR BEGINNERS
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
Both can introduce Pilates principles. The main difference is the equipment and resistance environment.
REFORMER PILATES
- Uses specialized Pilates equipment
- Adjustable spring resistance
- Multiple setup and movement options
- Natural Pilates offers instructor-led Reformer training
WHY START WITH TWO WEEKS?
STOP RESEARCHING. START EXPERIENCING THE METHOD.
The 2 Week Intro Pass gives a new client time to become familiar with equipment, terminology, cues, resistance and the Natural Pilates approach.
Learn the setup.
Get familiar with the Reformer and basic terminology.
Recognize the cues.
Build familiarity with form and movement language.
Understand resistance.
Notice how setup and spring choices change the work.
Know the method better.
Have a clearer sense of Natural Pilates and your class options.
EXPERTISE BEHIND THE METHOD
FOUNDED BY LAURA WILSON.
Laura Wilson is a former Romanian national champion archer who immigrated to the United States in 2002 and founded Natural Pilates. Her training includes Stott Pilates (2005), Gyrotonic (2008), Spin (2011), Vinyasa Yoga (2011), Resistance Training Specialist and Muscle Activation Technique Specialist (2012).
Her approach draws on anatomy, biomechanics and the forces acting on the body. Natural Pilates programming emphasizes muscular activation, intelligent exercise sequencing, repetitions, resistance and form correction so clients can understand not only what they are doing, but why the movement is being performed.
Wilson has described continued learning as central to her teaching. That emphasis carries into a method designed to give instructors a deeper understanding of musculature, movement patterns and how exercises can be adjusted around a client's starting point.
20+ YEARS
Pilates expertise
65
expert trainers
500K+
Laura Wilson YouTube video views
BUILD YOUR PILATES FOUNDATION
WHAT BEGINNERS START LEARNING.
Beginner Pilates is not about memorizing a list of exercises. It is about becoming more familiar with the principles that shape how you move.
CONTROL
Move with intention rather than rushing.
FORM
Use positioning and instructor cues.
MUSCULAR ACTIVATION
Understand where the work is intended.
RESISTANCE
Learn how spring settings change the movement.
MOVEMENT AWARENESS
Pay attention to how your body is moving.
FOUNDATIONAL PATTERNS
Build familiarity with recurring movement concepts.
NATURAL PILATES · LOS ANGELES
FIND YOUR STUDIO.
This page serves the Los Angeles market. Choose the Natural Pilates studio most relevant to you.
CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM ›BEGINNER PILATES BEVERLY HILLS FAQ
BEGINNER QUESTIONS, ANSWERED.
Use these answers to understand the equipment, class options, intro offer and Beverly Hills studio before you start.
Is Pilates appropriate for a complete beginner?
Yes. You do not need previous Pilates experience to start at Natural Pilates Los Angeles. Tell the team that you are new so your instructor knows your starting point and can explain setup, cues and movement options.
Do I need to be flexible before starting Pilates?
No. Flexibility is not a prerequisite for starting Pilates. Begin from your current ability and focus on controlled movement and instructor cues.
Do I need to be in shape before starting Pilates?
No. You do not need to reach a particular fitness level before starting. Begin at an appropriate level and communicate with your instructor.
What should I expect when I start at Natural Pilates Los Angeles?
Expect an introduction to the studio and Reformer setup, instructor cues during movement, form corrections and movement options that can be progressed or regressed as appropriate.
What is a Pilates Reformer?
A Reformer is specialized Pilates equipment with a moving carriage, springs for adjustable resistance, a footbar and straps.
Will someone show me how to use the Reformer at Beverly Hills?
Your instructor can explain setup, resistance and the cues used during class. Let the team know you are new when you arrive.
What if I cannot do a movement?
Movements can be modified, progressed or regressed so you can work with control at an appropriate level.
What is the difference between mat and Reformer Pilates?
Mat Pilates is performed primarily on the floor using body weight, while Reformer Pilates uses specialized equipment with adjustable resistance and multiple setup options.
Should a beginner choose group or private Pilates?
Group classes provide instructor-led training in a class setting. Private Pilates provides one-on-one attention. Call the Beverly Hills studio if you are unsure where to start.
What should I wear to Pilates?
Wear comfortable, fitted activewear that allows you to move freely. Contact the studio if you have questions about grip socks or what to bring.
How often should a beginner do Pilates?
Frequency depends on your schedule, experience and recovery. The 2 Week Intro Pass is limited to one class per day.
What can I learn during the 2 Week Intro Pass?
The two-week period can help you become more familiar with Reformer setup, class terminology, instructor cues, resistance changes, movement patterns and the Natural Pilates approach.
How much is the Natural Pilates intro offer?
The 2 Week Intro Pass is $99 for new clients, limited to one class per day, and is promoted as as low as $7 per class.
Who founded Natural Pilates?
Natural Pilates was founded by veteran instructor Laura Wilson, a former Romanian national champion archer who immigrated to the United States in 2002.
What training does Laura Wilson have?
Laura Wilson’s training includes Stott Pilates (2005), Gyrotonic (2008), Spin (2011), Vinyasa Yoga (2011), Resistance Training Specialist and Muscle Activation Technique Specialist (2012).
What is different about the Natural Pilates method?
The Natural Pilates methodology emphasizes anatomy, biomechanics, resistance, muscular activation, exercise sequencing, form correction and understanding why movements are performed.
How experienced is Natural Pilates?
Natural Pilates describes more than 20 years of Pilates expertise and a team of 65 expert trainers.
How much educational content has Laura Wilson shared online?
Laura Wilson’s YouTube videos have accumulated more than 500,000 views, based on the information supplied for these pages.
What should a Beverly Hills beginner know before starting?
A Beverly Hills beginner can start by learning the equipment and class language without needing prior Pilates experience.
Where is Natural Pilates Los Angeles?
Natural Pilates Los Angeles is located at 9869 S. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212.
What areas are near the Beverly Hills studio?
Nearby areas include Century City, Beverly Grove, Pico-Robertson, Beverlywood, Westwood, Fairfax District, Miracle Mile, Mid-Wilshire.
Can I call before submitting the form?
Yes. Call Natural Pilates Los Angeles at if you prefer to speak with the studio first.
READY TO START BEGINNER PILATES IN BEVERLY HILLS?
2 WEEK INTRO PASS · $99 · AS LOW AS $7 PER CLASS
Limited to one class per day. New clients only.