It’s not a stretch to say ‘reformer Pilates works’

A reformer Pilates business that delivers more than 600 classes every week to 4,000 members is celebrating 15 years of helping people to achieve better health and fitness.

Founded in Welwyn Garden City in 2009, Chilli Pilates has now grown to 12 studios across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas, with more locations planned for the future.

Co-founder Paul Spence reflects on the journey: “We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved over the past 15 years. The growing interest in health and fitness has certainly supported our expansion, but the real reason for our success is simple; reformer Pilates works.”

Developed by Joseph Pilates during World War I, the original exercises were designed to help bedbound patients rebuild strength using a system of springs and pulleys. This approach evolved into the reformer bed, now a mainstay in professional fitness and rehabilitation.

“It’s a low-impact exercise that delivers amazing results. Our members notice significant improvements in strength, posture and overall wellbeing after just a few classes, which keeps them coming back.”

Chilli Pilates’ emphasis on small, personalised classes is key to its success.

Paul added: “Our instructors are the heart of what we do. They’re not only knowledgeable and skilled, but they create a welcoming and supportive environment, ensuring that everyone gets the individual attention they need, which leads to better and faster results.”

To commemorate the milestone, Chilli Pilates are launching an environmental impact initiative in partnership with Ecologi, committing to planting more than 30 trees and contributing to over five tonnes of global CO2 avoidance every month.

To find out more about the initiative, see www.ecologi.com/chillipilatesihltd.