As the Pilates market expands, studios are finding that scaling consistency is much harder than scaling capacity.
Luke Harris 4 min read Apr 6, 2026 
Reformer Pilates and other boutique-style formats are moving into mainstream gyms. The opportunity is real, but the format is not the product by itself. Members feel the booking flow, room setup, coaching consistency, and recovery between classes.
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