Meet Me on the Mat: My Pilates Journey in St. Petersburg, FL
- RoamingReformer
- May 20
- 2 min read
Hi there, and welcome to Roaming Reformer! I’m so excited to start this space to share my love for Pilates, the joy of movement, and the reformer studios I discover along the way.
For me, Pilates is more than a workout—it’s therapy. It’s the one time in my day when I can clear my head, get grounded, and connect with my body in a way that feels both empowering and energizing. The flow of movement, the deep focus on breath, and the strength that builds from the inside out—this practice keeps me sane, strong, and smiling.
I live in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, where the sunshine is abundant and the Pilates scene is vibrant. If you’re ever in town or lucky enough to live here, let me introduce you to my two favorite studios: Rare Body and Sol Pilates. Both are uniquely wonderful and offer world-class reformer experiences with top-notch equipment (hello, Balanced Body reformers!).
Rare Body is a total dream. The space is absolutely stunning—modern, open, and full of calming energy. Whether you’re flowing in the hot room or strengthening in the reformer room, the environment is pure magic.
The staff is warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. I also have to give a shout-out to their equipment: their reformer toys and accessories are especially great (Bala all around), which might seem like a small detail, but it makes a big difference!
Sol is where you go to feel seen and supported. The space is more intimate, which I love—it creates a sense of connection and focus that’s hard to beat.
The instructors are fantastic: knowledgeable, challenging, and clearly passionate about what they do. Sol also has towers attached to their reformers, offering even more variety and challenge in each session. It’s the perfect spot to dig deep and fine-tune your practice.
Both studios are in great locations, easy to get to whether you're a local or just visiting. And whether you’re sweating it out at Rare Body or refining your control at Sol, you’ll leave each class feeling refreshed, stronger, and more connected to yourself.
This is just the beginning of my journey with Roaming Reformer, and I can’t wait to share more of the studios, teachers, and Pilates discoveries I find along the way. Let’s stamp that Pilates passport – next up Sarasota!
See you on the Reformer!
Jennifer
Comments