Discover a new Pilates experience at Pilates by Maria Larsen

The Pilates Way

We believe that natural and healthy movement, combined with good posture, is the best way to lead a comfortable and happy life. Through this learning process, we develop an awareness that translates into a life philosophy focused on respecting our bodies and taking responsibility for the choices we make for their well-being.

Our mission is to teach and promote the Classical and Clinical Pilates Method by imparting Movement Strategies to everyone, with the aim of fostering well-being and health.

Partnered With

Pilates Education & Research (P.E.A.R)

Pilates Education & Research

Member of

Body Control Pilates

Body Control Pilates

Pilates works on the postural muscles that stabilize the spine, restoring natural and healthy movement, and correcting posture and muscle recruitment patterns responsible for pain and injury.

NATURAL

VERSATILE

Pilates adjusts to the body's age, physical condition, goals, and training level.

COMPLEX

Pilates addresses the body as a whole and can be adapted to any training situation.

FUNCTIONAL

By nurturing both the mind and body through quality movements, Pilates promotes physical and mental well-being while preserving natural mobility.

BENEFICIAL

Pilates enables a wide range of everyday movements, athletic activities, while reducing strain on the body's structures and minimizing tension.

“Pilates is a lifestyle and a philosophy of movement translated into the simplest daily tasks, where natural and healthy movement becomes an integral part of a happy and fulfilling life.”

— Maria Larsen

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Testimonials

  • I've been doing Pilates classes for 10 years (always at Pilates by Maria Larsen Studio) and cannot go without it! At 60, I feel great! I feel more toned, flexible, my overall strength has improved and more importantly, Pilates corrects my back problems/pain in a very effective way - so that I can sleep much better! Over these past 10 years at Pilates by Maria Larsen Studio, I have had classes with different teachers, and they are all excellent, very knowledgeable teachers! You are not just going through a routine. You get constant feedback from the teacher to help you make sure you’re doing it correctly.

    Filipa Canelas

  • Eu comecei Pilates muitas luas atrás para ver se eu poderia lidar com a dor nas costas que eu carregava ao redor. A estrada era dura e às vezes muito dolorosa, mas eu acreditava que era o único jeito: descobrir como trabalhar todos os músculos do corpo para desenvolver a força que eu precisava para sustentar minhas costas. E funcionou. Demorou cerca de 2 anos de treinamento regular e agora, muitas luas depois e uma média de 3 sessões por semana eu mantenho minha força, minha postura e minha dor livre de volta!

    Catherine Portal

  • Tenho 74 anos e faço Pilates há 6 anos com muita regularidade. Mantenho uma mobilidade superior àquela que é normal as pessoas da minha idade e recupero de acidentes e lesões com muita rapidez.