Wellness Morning on Pico
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Join us this Saturday at Virginia Avenue Park for a free Wellness Morning with movement classes, local businesses, and community connection. All levels welcome, just bring a mat and come as you are.
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Not All Pilates Is the Same... Here’s Why
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Pilates is a complete system, not just exercises on a reformer. While many studios may look similar, the depth of instructor training and approach to teaching can make all the difference. Understanding what traditional Pilates and comprehensive certification really mean can help you choose a studio that supports your body long-term.
Read MoreA Smarter Way to Start Your Pilates Practice This Year
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Every January comes with pressure to do more and push harder — but Pilates was never meant to be rushed. At Good Body Pilates Studio, we believe Pilates is a practice built on consistency, thoughtful instruction, and meeting the body where it is. How Pilates is taught matters, and the right foundation can make all the difference.
Read More✨ Good Body Pilates StudioA New Year’s Eve Reflection — 2025 ✨
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2025 was a year of resilience, reflection, and deep community. As we look ahead to what’s next, we’re carrying forward everything that made this year meaningful—connection, care, and movement with purpose.
Read MoreGood Body Pilates Studio Joins the Orange Balloon Sale 🎈
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We’re proud to once again be part of the City Wide Orange Balloon Sale, a Santa Monica holiday tradition that brings our neighborhood together and highlights the importance of supporting local small businesses.
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving from Good Body Pilates 🦃💛
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This Thanksgiving, we just want to pause and say thank you. Thank you for being part of the Good Body community, for showing up, and for trusting us with your movement, your time, and your energy. We are deeply grateful for every person who walks through our doors.
Read MoreWhat to Expect at Your First Pilates Class at Good Body
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Not sure what to expect from your first Pilates class? We walk you through everything, from what to wear and when to arrive to how the class actually feels, so you can step into your first session feeling confident and prepared.
Read MoreWhy Pilates During the Holidays Isn’t About “Burning Calories” — It’s About Staying Grounded
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The holidays can be magical and overwhelming all at once. Pilates isn’t about “burning off” anything, it’s about grounding your nervous system, calming stress, and staying connected to your body during a busy, emotional season. It’s movement as self-care, not punishment.
Read MoreGood Body Pilates Thanksgiving Week Schedule 🦃
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We’re making a few small adjustments to our class schedule for Thanksgiving week so our team can enjoy time with loved ones, while still keeping space for you to move, reset, and feel good. Regular classes run Monday–Wednesday, with a limited holiday schedule on Thursday and a modified lineup on Friday, before returning to our normal weekend schedule. Book ahead in FitDegree, as spots will fill quickly!
Read MoreMove with the Mayor: Pilates for a Cause This Saturday in Santa Monica
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Join Good Body Pilates and Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete for Move with the Mayor, a morning of Pilates, sunshine, and community at the Shore Hotel on Saturday, November 15th at 9:30 AM. Led by studio owner Jacqueline Hinton, this fundraiser supports Border Angels, a nonprofit providing humanitarian aid along the U.S.–Mexico border. Move with purpose, connect with your community, and make a difference, rain or shine.
Read MoreFrom Front‑Desk Job to Mind‑Body Pivot
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When Kylie Cipolla first stepped behind the front desk of a Pilates studio in New York, she thought she’d just landed a job with a nice perk, free classes. What she found instead was a practice that changed how she felt in her body and in her mind. “It was the first time I wasn’t just working out,” she says in her VoyageLA interview. “My thoughts slowed down. I left feeling like I’d had a therapy session.”
Now teaching in Los Angeles, Kylie brings that same mindful energy to every class, blending precision with presence, and technique with compassion. Her journey from curious beginner to instructor is a reminder that Pilates isn’t just about form; it’s about connection. At Good Body Pilates, that philosophy runs deep: smaller classes, real attention, and an environment that feels as grounding as it is challenging.
Read MoreFueling Our Community: Good Body Pilates x Health Nut LA
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Last week, Good Body Pilates teamed up with our new Santa Monica neighbors, @healthnutla, for a pop-up that had it all: sweat, stretch, and fresh, nourishing bites. Our community loved refueling with healthy snacks and surprise gift cards, reminding us that wellness isn’t just about movement—it’s about supporting each other, on and off the mat.
Read MoreWellness & Waves: A Season of Movement at the Santa Monica Pier
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From April through October, the Santa Monica Pier came alive every Saturday morning with Wellness & Waves, a free, community-focused wellness series blending walking, running, yoga, and Pilates. Hundreds of participants of all ages and abilities joined in, enjoying the ocean breeze, mindful movement, and a vibrant sense of connection. Good Body Pilates Studio was proud to guide participants through Pilates flows, helping them build strength, confidence, and joy both on and off the mat.
Read MoreBig news from the Good Body community, our very own Lisa Hong has been featured in VoyageLA!
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Our very own Lisa Hong is featured in VoyageLA! Her story is one of transformation, resilience, and the power of movement. From overcoming major health challenges to inspiring others through Pilates, Lisa’s journey embodies what Good Body Pilates stands for — strength, heart, and community.
Read MorePilates for Back Pain: How Gentle Movement Can Help
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Pilates for Back Pain: Strengthen, Stretch, and Relieve: Back pain affects millions, but Pilates can help. By strengthening your core, improving posture, and increasing flexibility, Pilates offers gentle, effective relief while promoting long-term spinal health.
Read MoreMat & Mimosas this Sunday 9/7 at Shore Hotel!
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Celebrate Good Body Pilates, Santa Monica’s #1 studio, with Mat & Mimosas — Pilates, bottomless mimosas, and community by the ocean!
Read MoreHow Pilates Can Support You Through Menopause
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Menopause brings physical and emotional changes from joint stiffness and muscle loss to mood swings and stress. Pilates offers a gentle, low-impact way to strengthen muscles, protect bones, improve flexibility, and support emotional well-being. With mindful movement and targeted core work, Pilates helps women navigate this life stage with strength, balance, and confidence.
Read MoreWhy Booking Direct Matters: A Personal Story from Good Body Pilates
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At Good Body Pilates, we love seeing new faces in our classes, but not all booking platforms treat boutique studios fairly. While we use Wellhub, which pays our standard class rate, many third-party apps pay far less leaving small studios struggling to cover costs and fairly compensate instructors.
This September, during Boutique Fitness Loyalty Month, we’re joining studios across LA to encourage direct bookings. Every class you book directly helps support your favorite instructors, keeps our studio thriving, and strengthens our local wellness community.
Read MoreGood Body Pilates at the Santa Monica Pier: Join Us for Wellness & Waves Now Through October!
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Join Good Body Pilates on the Santa Monica Pier this summer for Wellness & Waves! 🌊💪
We’re bringing our signature Pilates classes to the Pier deck—free and open to the public—on select Fridays through October. With the ocean breeze, uplifting energy, and an unbeatable view, this is movement at its best.
Catch us on 7/19, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/13, and 10/4, alongside an inspiring lineup of sponsors including Google, Adidas, UCLA Health, Lifeway, Essentia, Shefa Yoga, Pacific Park, and more.
Come move, breathe, and connect with us at the edge of the Pacific.
Read MoreWe’re Santa Monica’s Most Loved Pilates Studio… Again! 💛
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Good Body Pilates Studio was just voted Santa Monica’s Most Loved Pilates Studio for the second year in a row — and also took home the title of Most Loved Business on Pico Boulevard. From heartfelt client support to a fun-filled celebration at Santa Monica Brew Works, this win is a true reflection of community love, movement, and connection. 💛
Read more about the night, the winners, and why local love matters now more than ever.
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