Built on love
for people & movement
Jo's Pilates was born from a simple belief: that everyone deserves access to a beautiful space where they can move with purpose, guided by instructors who truly care.
“Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind, and spirit.”
— Joseph Pilates
Jo's Pilates was founded in Lake Wylie, South Carolina, with a simple belief: movement should strengthen the body while restoring the mind.
Rooted in classical Pilates and elevated through contemporary techniques, we offer reformer classes, small group sessions, and private training designed for every level. Each class is intentionally programmed to build deep core strength, improve mobility, and create balanced, full-body coordination — without high-impact stress.
Created as a calming, refined space, Jo's Pilates is where strength, intention, and community come together.
About the founder
There was a season in my life when I was deeply focused on my career and my family — and in the process, I stopped prioritizing myself. I was constantly moving, constantly managing, but rarely slowing down enough to reconnect with my own well-being. After stepping away from fitness for longer than I ever had before, starting again felt overwhelming.
Pilates became my way back.
What began as a gentle return to movement became something much deeper. I began to understand what Joseph Pilates meant when he said, "Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind, and spirit." The physical strength returned — but so did clarity, steadiness, and focus. That hour became the most grounded part of my day.
That experience inspired Jo's Pilates. I wanted to create a space where others could experience that same mind-body connection — a space that feels calm, intentional, and restorative. A place where strength is built with precision, and balance is restored from the inside out.
This practice gave me more than physical results, and it is my greatest hope to share that gift with you.
Our Mission
To create a space where any level can practice mindful movement, empowering every client to move with confidence and intention.
Your Practice, Elevated
While group classes are a beautiful way to experience Pilates, many clients begin with private sessions to build a strong foundation and receive personalized guidance.
Each session is tailored specifically to you, with hands-on instruction to refine your form, improve alignment, and build strength with confidence.th, improve alignment, and progress with clarity and confidence.
We also offer private-only apparatus sessions on the Cadillac and Barrel, providing deeper, more specialized work that isn’t possible in a group setting.
1:1 Private Sessions
Fully personalized sessions tailored to your body, goals, and pace. Ideal for injury recovery, pre/postnatal work, or anyone wanting focused one-on-one attention from our expert instructors.
Duet Sessions
Share the experience with a partner, friend, or family member. Duet sessions offer semi-private instruction with individualized programming for two — a great way to stay motivated together.
Private Events
Host your next gathering at the studio. From bachelorette parties and birthday celebrations to corporate wellness workshops, we'll curate a custom pilates experience for your group.
What We Offer
Our Classes
From reformer to barrel, explore the apparatus and class styles that make our studio unique.
Intro Class
Start hereA 30-minute introduction class designed for first-timers. You'll get hands-on with the equipment, learn essential pilates terminology, and build a foundation for confident movement — all at a comfortable pace.
Best for: First-time clients and those returning after a long break
Reformer
Our signature apparatusThe reformer uses spring-based resistance on a sliding carriage to build long, lean muscle. It's the most versatile piece of equipment in the studio and the best place for newcomers to start.
Best for: Full-body strengthening, flexibility, and alignment
Tower
Deep stretch & spinal workPilates Tower classes offer a full-body, low-impact workout that combines the principles of traditional mat Pilates with the added resistance and support of the Tower apparatus. These classes deeply challenge core strength, improve flexibility, and enhance postural alignment.
Best for: Spinal health, flexibility, and targeted strengthening
Chair
Stability & precisionThe Wunda Chair is a compact yet powerful apparatus that challenges balance, stability, and deep core engagement. Its small surface area demands greater control and precision from every movement.
Best for: Core strength, balance, and functional movement
Jumpboard
Low-impact cardioJumpboard Reformer is everything you love about a Reformer workout, plus cardiovascular "jumping" for toning muscles and building endurance, while challenging core stability.
Best for: Cardiovascular endurance and full-body conditioning
Sculpt & Surge
Heart-pumping movementExpect a powerful Reformer flow layered with controlled bursts of intensity and precision-based sculpting using a variety of props. The rhythm shifts between steady strength and energizing surges, challenging both endurance and control.
Best for: Stamina, calorie burn, and athletic conditioning
Rejuvenate
Restore & recoverA slower-paced, restorative class focused on flexibility, myofascial release, gentle stretching, and mindful breathwork. The perfect complement to more intense classes.
Best for: Recovery, stress relief, and flexibility
Cadillac Private Sessions
Unmatched versatilityAn elevated, spring-supported experience designed entirely around you. The Cadillac's trapeze table allows for personalized strength work, assisted stretching, and deep alignment. Ideal for rehabilitation, mobility, or advanced movement exploration—including controlled inversions—each one-on-one session is intentional, supportive, and transformative.
Best for: Full-body conditioning, rehabilitation, and advanced training
Ladder Barrel
Spinal masteryLadder barrel centers on spinal mobility, extension, and refined core control. Each instructor brings a distinct perspective to the work — so no two classes feel exactly the same — yet every session leaves you feeling capable, empowered, and unmistakably Pilates strong.
Best for: Spinal flexibility, posture correction, and deep stretching
Intro Class
Start hereA 30-minute introduction class designed for first-timers. You'll get hands-on with the equipment, learn essential pilates terminology, and build a foundation for confident movement — all at a comfortable pace.
Best for: First-time clients and those returning after a long break
Reformer
Our signature apparatusThe reformer uses spring-based resistance on a sliding carriage to build long, lean muscle. It's the most versatile piece of equipment in the studio and the best place for newcomers to start.
Best for: Full-body strengthening, flexibility, and alignment
Tower
Deep stretch & spinal workPilates Tower classes offer a full-body, low-impact workout that combines the principles of traditional mat Pilates with the added resistance and support of the Tower apparatus. These classes deeply challenge core strength, improve flexibility, and enhance postural alignment.
Best for: Spinal health, flexibility, and targeted strengthening
Chair
Stability & precisionThe Wunda Chair is a compact yet powerful apparatus that challenges balance, stability, and deep core engagement. Its small surface area demands greater control and precision from every movement.
Best for: Core strength, balance, and functional movement
Jumpboard
Low-impact cardioJumpboard Reformer is everything you love about a Reformer workout, plus cardiovascular "jumping" for toning muscles and building endurance, while challenging core stability.
Best for: Cardiovascular endurance and full-body conditioning
Sculpt & Surge
Heart-pumping movementExpect a powerful Reformer flow layered with controlled bursts of intensity and precision-based sculpting using a variety of props. The rhythm shifts between steady strength and energizing surges, challenging both endurance and control.
Best for: Stamina, calorie burn, and athletic conditioning
Rejuvenate
Restore & recoverA slower-paced, restorative class focused on flexibility, myofascial release, gentle stretching, and mindful breathwork. The perfect complement to more intense classes.
Best for: Recovery, stress relief, and flexibility
Cadillac Private Sessions
Unmatched versatilityAn elevated, spring-supported experience designed entirely around you. The Cadillac's trapeze table allows for personalized strength work, assisted stretching, and deep alignment. Ideal for rehabilitation, mobility, or advanced movement exploration—including controlled inversions—each one-on-one session is intentional, supportive, and transformative.
Best for: Full-body conditioning, rehabilitation, and advanced training
Ladder Barrel
Spinal masteryLadder barrel centers on spinal mobility, extension, and refined core control. Each instructor brings a distinct perspective to the work — so no two classes feel exactly the same — yet every session leaves you feeling capable, empowered, and unmistakably Pilates strong.
Best for: Spinal flexibility, posture correction, and deep stretching
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Our Location
Find the Studio
We're conveniently located in the Lake Wylie Shopping Center, with plenty of free parking and easy access from all major routes. Look for us in Suite 103 — we're right next to the main entrance.
Address
Lake Wylie Shopping Center
Lake Wylie, SC 29710
Hours
Mon – Fri: TBD
Saturday: TBD
Sunday: TBD