New to Endurance?
You’re in the
right
place.
Everything you need to know about starting classical Pilates at Endurance — what to expect, how to begin, and why this studio is different from anything else in Boston.
How to begin
Three steps to
your first session.
intro session.
Start with the $125 one-time intro private session — with Julie or one of our instructors. This is your first experience of classical Pilates on authentic Gratz apparatus, tailored specifically to where your body is right now. No prior experience required. All levels welcome.
the studio.
We’re at 1636 Washington Street in Boston’s South End. Arrive 5-10 minutes early for your first session. Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing you can move freely in — no shoes needed on the apparatus. Bring water. Leave everything else at the door.
path forward.
After your intro session, your instructor will recommend the best next step — whether that’s a private session package with Julie, group classes on Mindbody, or a combination. There’s no pressure and no obligation. The right path will be clear from your first session.
What brings
you here?
Endurance works with a wide range of bodies and goals. Find yours below.
I’m an athlete
Runners, cyclists, hockey players, dancers — serious athletes who want the structural intelligence and injury resilience that endurance and strength training alone cannot provide.
I’m pregnant or postpartum
Pre and postnatal Pilates that supports your body through pregnancy and rebuilds it afterward — intelligently, safely, and without shortcuts.
I’m recovering from injury
Post-surgical, chronic pain, complex conditions — bodies that conventional exercise and even conventional PT have not fully served. Classical Pilates meets you where you are.
I’m new to Pilates
No experience necessary. Classical Pilates is a system with a beginning — and the intro session is designed to give you a genuine, accurate experience of what the method actually is.
I want a long-term practice
People who understand that a body is a long-term project — and who want a practice that builds, deepens, and becomes more rewarding the longer they do it.
I want to teach
Serious practitioners who want to become classical Pilates instructors — through a rigorous, 1,000-hour apprenticeship under Julie Erickson personally.
Your first visit
What to
expect.
A real conversation first
Your instructor will spend a few minutes understanding your body — your history, any injuries, what brings you here. Classical Pilates is not a one-size-fits-all system. Your first session is designed around you specifically.
Hands-on instruction
Classical Pilates is a tactile practice. Your instructor will work with your body directly — guiding, correcting, and adjusting with their hands. This is not a group class where you follow along from a distance. You will be touched, positioned, and taught precisely.
The apparatus
You’ll work on authentic Gratz equipment — the Reformer and likely one or two other pieces depending on your session. The apparatus may look unfamiliar. That’s normal. Your instructor will guide you through every exercise.
It will be harder than you expect
Classical Pilates is demanding. Even at the beginner level, it requires genuine concentration and effort. Most new clients are surprised by how much work is involved — and by how different it feels from any other exercise they’ve done. That’s the point.
You’ll leave feeling different
Most clients walk out of their first session feeling taller, more organized, and aware of muscles they didn’t know they had. Some are a little sore the next day — in muscles that never get used by anything else. That’s normal. That’s the method working.
Before you arrive
Quick
answers.
What should I wear?
Form-fitting, comfortable clothes you can move freely in — leggings and a fitted top work well. No shoes on the apparatus. Socks are fine. Avoid very loose clothing as your instructor needs to see how your body is moving.
Do I need to be fit to start?
No. Classical Pilates is a system with a genuine beginning — it is designed to meet bodies where they are. Whether you are deconditioned, injured, or an elite athlete, the classical method has a starting point that is right for you.
Is this the same as the Pilates at my gym?
Almost certainly not. Most commercial Pilates is a contemporary adaptation — exercises selected for mass appeal, taught in groups, on commercial equipment. Classical Pilates is the original, complete system. The difference is significant. Your first session here will make it immediately clear.
How often should I come?
Joseph Pilates recommended three sessions per week. For most clients, one to two sessions per week is a realistic and effective commitment. Consistency matters more than frequency — a regular weekly practice will produce better results than sporadic intense sessions.
What is the cancellation policy?
We require 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations and no-shows are charged in full. Please respect the appointment the same way you would a doctor or a lawyer.
