Pilates is a method of exercise using Pilates apparatus (equipment) or an exercise mat together with various props to improve strength, flexibility and body awareness. Classical Pilates was invented a century ago by Joseph Pilates. Together with his wife, Clara, they developed the classical Pilates method at their Pilates studio in New York City until the end of the 1960s. Joe drew inspiration from dance, bodybuilding, yoga, martial arts, gymnastics and even animal movements.
The Pilates Method
Classical Pilates has six basic principles that are the foundation of the Pilates approach to exercise the way Joe developed it. Classical Pilates is what classical ballet is compared to contemporary dance.
Why is Pilates good?
Pilates improves your strength, flexibility and mind-body awareness by bringing attention to your posture and which muscles you are engaging at any given moment. Pilates is good for everybody regardless of your fitness level, age or body type. Pilates improves the movement quality for a wide range of activities including walking, running, soccer, golf, cycling, skiing, tennis, dancing and more! You get renewed energy from the Pilates method so you can enjoy more of all the things you love doing.
Chrystal C.
Stockholm, Progressive Pilates
I was hesitant to take an online pilates class at first, but within the first five minutes of class, I knew, and felt, that I was going to get a great workout. By the next day, I felt the same soreness as I did when I took her classes in person. Stephanie is a great instructor online, as she is in person. She is Attentive, can easily still adjust your positions from the camera and keeps the class moving at a great pace. I am very glad that she is offering online classes during this strange time – helps me feel somewhat normal and stretch out after working from home all day.
Janneke J.
Stockholm, Mama Pilates
I highly recommend Stephanie’s Mama Pilates class. I was totally new to Pilates and I’ve done 2 courses now. I think it’s a good and safe way to reconnect to your body and start exercising after giving birth. Stephanie is a great teacher who pays attention to your posture very well – and let me say, little adjustments can make a huge difference in Pilates.
Manja G.
Stockholm, Pregnancy Pilates
Stephanie’s pregnancy pilates class has just the perfect tempo for me. It is helping me stay active and fit during pregnancy. She is really focused on students, explains every detail of movement clearly, checks we are doing everything properly and corrects us accordingly. I am planing to continue with classes after delivery 🙂
About Pilates Via
We help both beginners and experienced Pilates aficionados improve strength and flexibility with a graceful smile. Pilates Via was founded by Stephanie Fjalestad in 2016. Studio Odenplan, a fully equipped Classic Pilates studio, opened in the spring of 2018. Studio Haga and Studio Online opened in the spring of 2020. The saga continues…
Your Instructors
You train with international instructors educated in Classical Pilates by Pilates Via and certified by The Pilates Standard. Classes and sessions are taught in English unless otherwise stated. For sessions, it is possible to choose one of the languages that your instructor can teach in.
A certified Classical Pilates instructor from Unites States. Teaches in English.
Former dancer and classical pilates instructor trained under the direction of Romana Kryzanowska, Joseph Pilates’ protégé. With almost 20 years of teaching experience, always positive, motivating and ready to challenge students in a safe, comfortable and fun environment to meet their individual goals. Experienced teaching people of all ages, body types, athletic abilities, prenatal and postnatal, and able to modify exercises for various injuries. Exhibits patience with new learners and is an effective communicator. She loves nothing more than when a client experiences a breakthrough moment as a result of doing pilates.
A Classical Pilates instructor from Sweden. Teaches in English and Swedish.
Victoria is educated in classical and modern ballet, in both Sweden and England. Now she has put the dance on the shelf and has chosen to retrain as a Pilates instructor through The Pilates Standard. The love of pilates comes from a fascination with the anatomical body and the joy that this form of exercise brings. Now she hopes to pass this on to future clients!
A certified Classical Pilates instructor from Belgium. Teaches in English and French.
Maud was trained as a Classical Pilates Mat instructor by Kelly McKinnon at Corpus Studio TM in Brussels, Belgium from 2010-2012. She has taught people of all ages and physical conditions. To complete her understanding on all the pieces of equipment, Maud is now participating in The Pilates Standard Bridging Programme, with Petra Karlsson and Stephanie Fjalestad as teacher trainers and mentors. Through her enthusiastic teaching, she aims to make you feel safe while being challenged, to develop your precision and concentration so that you find pleasure and joy in the movement.
A certified Classical Pilates instructor from Israel. Teaches in English, Swedish, Hebrew and French.
Most of his professional life, he has spent moving; for 24 years as a dancer in Israel and then in Stockholm. He began his journey into the world of Pilates after a lower back injury and started as a Pilates instructor in 2005. Boaz is a Classical Pilates instructor, comprehensively certified with The Pilates Standard.
Carla H.
Stockholm, Mama Pilates
Finding Mama Pilates has changed my post pregnancy body. I have become more aware of my body and with Stephanie’s guidance I’m feeling stronger, stable and my diastasis has all but healed – I couldn’t ask for anything more !
Kaisa H.P.
Stockholm, Pregnancy Pilates
Stephanie is a great instructor for Pregnancy Pilates! For me, without previous experience of Classical Pilates, she has given me a new understanding of my body awareness and control. With her help I have been able to understand the changes i my body and to adress the problems that the body goes through during pregnancy. I give her my warmest recommendations.
Brigita M.
Stockholm, Studio Session, Essential & Progressive Pilates, Matwork Education
I went to Stephanie with back pain and although it is still early days, I am absolutely amazed by the results and a measurable reduction in pain in just two months. She is one of those great teachers who really takes the time to understand what is best for your body and fitness level, very attentive and recognizes when to push you and when to praise you.
Madalina B.
Stockholm, Mama, Essential & Progressive Pilates
I like how Stephanie focuses on the technique and always corrects even the smallest mistake. I have never trained the abs so well as in her classes. Great teaching, perfect to get back into shape post pregnancy!
Lisa B.
Stockholm, Mama Pilates
I trained Mama Pilates with Stephanie after my second pregnancy. It was just what my tired body needed to regain strength and flexibility that I had lost during pregnancy and breastfeeding. After each session I felt several years younger. It is evident that Stephanie has a deal of great knowledge of how the body works, and knows which muscles needs the extra attention after a pregnancy. She is an inspiring and focused instructor who sees what each member of the group needs to adjust to get the most out of each exercise. I wish I had found Stephanie after my first pregnancy!
How To Start?
Essential Pilates classes are the foundation if you are a beginner of Classical Pilates. Once you know the essentials you’re welcome to book Progressive Pilates classes where we challenge you further with new exercises and a faster pace with flow. We also have Private / Duet / Group Sessions for all levels with additional Classical Apparatus (ex. Ladder barrel, Small Chair, High Chair, Spine/Foot/Toe Corrector and Pedi Pole).
Most people start with an Essential Pilates | Mat class or a Studio Session. For pregnant and new moms we recommend Pregnancy Pilates and Mama Pilates. If you are 60+ or have chronic fatigue syndromes (ex. post covid, POTS etc.) and have not exercised for a while, we recommend you start with a Vintage Pilates class.
Vintage Pilates
Pregnancy Pilates
Mama Pilates
Remember, Classical Pilates is not something you learn in one day. It is a progressive journey without an end. It takes approximately 10 classes or 5 lessons before you discover how much you have learned about your body and what Classical Pilates do for you.
After your first class or session, your instructor will follow up with recommendations what you should continue with.
Questions & Answers
Contact us if you have more questions.
How much does it cost?
First. No membership fees or other frills.
- Matwork (max 8 people) Class (25 min)—Price: 140 SEK – 165 SEK
- Matwork (max 8 people) Class (50 min)—Price: 280 SEK – 330 SEK
- Apparatus (max 6 people) Class (50 min)—Price: 420 SEK – 495 SEK
- Private (1 person) Session (50 min)—Price: 980 SEK – 1,155 SEK
- Duet / Group (2-4 people) Session (50 min)—Price: 560 SEK – 660 SEK / person
The lowest prices apply if you book using a Get Results Class Pass.
How do I book?
We have no reception so you book your class or private session by yourself.
To book other sessions or if you have any questions please contact us and we’ll help you get started.
Looking forward to seeing you soon!
Do you offer monthly / annual passes? How much is a Class Pass?
No, we don’t offer monthly / annual passes.
We offer Class Passes. The benefit of Class Passes is that you can take a break for how long and as often as you want. No need for you to break a sweat if you are not feeling well or if you are planning a long trip!
Class Pass for 25 min Matwork (Mat or MELT) classes
- Get Started Class Pass = 10 Matwork classes is 1,550 SEK or 155 SEK/class
- Get Moving Class Pass = 25 Matwork classes is 3,750 SEK or 150 SEK/class
- Get Results Class Pass = 50 Matwork classes is 7,000 SEK or 140 SEK/class
Class Pass for 50 min Matwork (Mat or MELT) classes
- Get Started Class Pass = 10 Matwork classes is 3,100 SEK or 310 SEK/class
- Get Moving Class Pass = 25 Matwork classes is 7,500 SEK or 300 SEK/class
- Get Results Class Pass = 50 Matwork classes is 14,000 SEK or 280 SEK/class
Class Pass for 50 min Apparatus (Reformer, Tower or Chair) classes
- Get Started Class Pass = 4 Apparatus classes is 1,860 SEK or 465 SEK/class
- Get Moving Class Pass = 12 Apparatus classes is 5,400 SEK or 450 SEK/class
- Get Results Class Pass = 20 Apparatus classes is 8,400 SEK or 420 SEK/class
Class Pass for 50 min Private sessions (Studio, Remote, Home* or Office* )
- Get Started Class Pass = 4 sessions is 4,340 SEK or 1,085 SEK/session
- Get Moving Class Pass = 12 sessions is 12,600 SEK or 1,050 SEK/session
- Get Results Class Pass = 20 sessions is 19,600 SEK or 980 SEK/session
Class Pass for 50 min Duet/Group sessions (Studio, Remote, Home* or Office* )
- Get Started Class Pass = 4 sessions is 2,480 SEK p.p. or 620 SEK/session/p.p.
- Get Moving Class Pass = 12 sessions is 7,200 SEK p.p. or 600 SEK/session/p.p.
- Get Results Class Pass = 20 sessions is 11,200 SEK p.p. or 560 SEK/session/p.p.
All Class passes has no expiration date and all prices is in Swedish krona (SEK) including 6% VAT.
*For Home/Office sessions there is an additional travel fee.
I have a disability, can I train Pilates?
It depends on your disability. We currently have clients with prosthetics who train, but we are unfortunately not able to host people who have mobility, hearing or visual impairments for safety reasons. This is something we evaluate during fall 2021 and we soon hope to be able to offer this in the future as Pilates is really good for everyone. If you are uncertain, please contact us to assess your challenges.
Can I do this?
Yes, provided you can stand, sit and lie on the floor you can do classes. If you have been recommended by a physiotherapist, doctor or have a known injury then we recommend at least one private lesson first where we go through your conditions together and how you can adapt your exercises in a class.
How often should I exercise?
To promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, prevent premature death and to maintain or improve physical capacity such as fitness and strength the following is recommended for all adults from 18 years and up:
- Be physically active in total at least 150 minutes a week. The intensity should be at least moderate. At high intensity recommended at least 75 minutes per week. The activity should be spread over at least three of days of the week. Moderate and high intensity can also be combined. More physical activity provides additional health effects.
- Muscle strengthening physical activity should be performed at least twice a week for the majority of the body’s large muscle groups.
- The elderly (defined here as adults over the age of 65) should also practice balance.
Joseph Pilates was ahead of his time and he recommended exercising 3 times a week. We believe you will see development with at least one private session or class per week as a complement to other physical activity to stretch and strengthen your entire body. If you can exercise two to three times a week, you will feel results much faster.
Pilates can be experienced as slow to high intensity depending on the your fitness level and experience from Pilates. All types of sessions and classes in Classical Pilates trains the whole body. Our Vintage classes (for 60+ and people recovering from illness) are slow to medium intensity with additional exercises to improve balance.
How late can I book / reschedule?
Classes are bookable up until 06:30 CEST the day of the class.
Sessions are bookable up until 24 hours before the session starts.
If you need to reschedule, you can do so yourself using the link provided in your booking confirmation you received via email no later than 24 hours before your class/session starts.
Pilates Via in Stockholm