Private and duet Pilates in Lowell and Chelmsford
Private Pilates sessions, built for one body: yours.
One-on-one or duet sessions on the Cadillac, Reformer and Ladder Barrel. Every exercise, spring setting and progression is chosen for you, at our studios in downtown Lowell and Chelmsford.
One-on-one or duet
The short answer
What is a private Pilates session?
- One-on-one sessions, or duet sessions for two people
- Cadillac, Reformer and Ladder Barrel in the studio
- Studios at 13 Hurd Street, Lowell, and 51 Middlesex Street, Chelmsford
- 60-minute sessions, at most 2 clients per instructor
- Trial class $30, single session $50
Who it is for
For people who want attention, not a crowd
Private sessions fit almost any starting point, because the session adapts to you instead of the other way around. These are some of the people who book them most.
Complete beginners
If you have never touched a Reformer, a private session is the calmest way to learn. You get time to understand each spring, strap and position before adding challenge.
People with a sensitive back, neck or joints
Tell us what bothers you and we choose positions and ranges that feel comfortable. If you are working with a doctor or physical therapist, bring their guidance and we follow it.
Group class regulars who want more
Already know Pilates? Private time lets you refine form, work on one side that feels weaker, and try apparatus like the Cadillac and Ladder Barrel that big classes rarely use.
Friends, couples and family (duet)
A duet session is two people sharing one instructor. It is a good way to train with someone you like while still getting close, hands-on attention.
Busy schedules
Sessions are by appointment between 7 AM and 8 PM on weekdays and Saturday mornings, so you are not tied to a fixed class grid. You book a time that works for your week.
People coming back after a break
Returning after a pregnancy, a long pause or a recovery period? We start where you are today and build from there, following any guidance from your doctor.
Step by step
What happens in a private session
Every session follows the same calm rhythm, even though the exercises change as you progress.
What to expect as a new clientStep 01
Check in and talk
We start with a few minutes on how you feel today: energy, any soreness, anything new since the last session. On your first visit we also talk about your goals, routine, injuries and surgeries.
Step 02
Warm up and breathe
Breathing and gentle mobility wake up the spine, hips and shoulders. This is where you learn to connect breath with movement, the base of every Pilates exercise.
Step 03
Work on the apparatus
Depending on your plan, we move between the Reformer, the Cadillac and the Ladder Barrel. Springs are set for your body, and your instructor watches alignment the whole time.
Step 04
Close and plan the next step
We finish with stretching and a short recap. You leave knowing what you worked on and what comes next, so each session builds on the last.
Classical apparatus
The Cadillac, the Reformer and the Ladder Barrel, chosen for your goals.
Each piece of equipment offers a different kind of support and challenge. In a private session we use the one that makes sense for you that day.
Why private works
A session that adjusts as you move
In a group class the instructor has to teach to the middle of the room. In a private session there is no middle: the plan is yours. If an exercise feels wrong for your shoulder, we change it on the spot. If something feels easy, we add a spring or a new variation. That constant adjustment is the main reason people choose private Pilates.
The apparatus makes this possible. The Reformer uses springs that can support you or challenge you, depending on how they are set. The Cadillac, also called the trapeze table, offers bars, straps and springs above and around you, which helps with stretching and with learning to move the spine with control. The Ladder Barrel is great for opening the hips, the back and the side body.
Duet sessions keep most of that attention while you share the time with one other person. Many clients book duets with a partner, a friend or a family member. The instructor still sets springs and corrects form for each of you, so both people work at their own level.
Pilates is not a quick fix, and we will not promise one. What private sessions offer is consistent, careful practice. Over time, many clients tell us they feel more aware of their posture, more mobile and more in control of how they move in daily life. Your progress is your own, and we track it with you session by session.
What makes it different
Small studio, personal sessions
Your springs, your settings
Spring tension, strap length and positions are set for your body every time, not for an average client.
Private or duet, your choice
Train one-on-one, or bring someone along and share a duet session.
Alignment watched the whole time
Your instructor follows your spine, hips and breathing from start to finish.
Two studios in Greater Lowell
Book in downtown Lowell or in Chelmsford, inside CrossFit Liberator.
Inside the studio
Real photos, real sessions
Rates
Simple pricing to get started
Every apparatus session lasts 60 minutes, with at most 2 clients per instructor.
Hours, both studios
- Mon, Wed, Fri
- 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Tue, Thu
- 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Sessions by appointment.
Trial class
$30
Your first session, to try the apparatus and meet your instructor.
Single session
$50
One 60-minute private or duet session, booked when you need it.
Monthly plans for 1, 2 or 3 sessions a week. Ask us for current rates.
We accept credit card, Zelle and check.
Questions
Private & Duet Pilates: common questions
Anything else? Send us a message and we will answer personally.
Ask us directlyHow is private Pilates different from a group class?
In a private session the instructor works only with you, or with you and one other person in a duet. Exercises, spring settings and pace are chosen for your body, and form is corrected in real time instead of once in a while.
Is private Pilates good for beginners?
Yes. It is one of the easiest ways to start, because you learn each piece of equipment step by step. No experience or special fitness level is needed.
What is a duet session?
A duet is a session for two people with one instructor. It works well for friends, couples or family members who want to train together while still getting close attention.
How often should I book?
Many clients come once or twice a week, but it depends on your goals, schedule and how your body responds. We talk about a rhythm that fits you after your first sessions.
Which studio should I choose, Lowell or Chelmsford?
Pick the one closest to your home or work. The Lowell studio is at 13 Hurd Street, downtown. The Chelmsford studio is at 51 Middlesex Street, Suite A109, inside CrossFit Liberator.
How much does a private session cost?
Your trial class is $30 and a single session is $50. Sessions last 60 minutes. We also offer monthly plans for 1, 2 or 3 sessions a week; ask us for current rates. We accept credit card, Zelle and check.
How many people are in a session?
Never more than two. Each instructor works with one client in a private session, or two clients in a duet, for the full 60 minutes.
Can I do Pilates with back pain or after an injury?
Many people do, with the right adjustments. Tell us about your history before the first session, and follow the guidance of your doctor or physical therapist. Pilates sessions here are exercise, not medical treatment.
Keep exploring
More from Inspire Pilates
- Pilates in Lowell, MA
Our downtown studio on Hurd Street.
- Pilates in Chelmsford, MA
Inside CrossFit Liberator, close to Westford and Billerica.
- Your first session
What to wear, what to expect and how to book.
All services · Lowell studio: 13 Hurd Street, Lowell, MA 01852
Start with one session planned around you
Trial class $30. Single session $50. Sessions by appointment, and we reply personally.