Mat Pilates Classes in Miami Beach
Core strength, better posture and smarter movement, on the mat.
Amy teaches mat Pilates classes in Miami Beach at South Beach Pilates and offers private mat Pilates sessions through MastroStretch.
Her classes blend classic mat Pilates with the corrective stretching and mobility work she's known for, so you build strength and range of motion together.
Why Mat Pilates?
1. Postural Powerhouse
Sitting for hours causes the deep stabilizers of the spine to "switch off," leading to the dreaded mid-day back ache. Pilates re-educates these muscles, teaching your body how to maintain an upright, open posture effortlessly.
2. Low-Impact, High-Intensity
We don't need heavy weights to build a strong body. Using your own body weight and the principles of resistance, we build muscle that supports your joints without adding unnecessary stress.
3. The Mind-Body Connection
Pilates is a moving meditation. By focusing on the breath and the precision of every movement, we help calm the nervous system and reduce the mental "noise" of a high-stress career.
The MastroStretch Difference
I integrate my Corrective Resistance techniques into every Pilates session. This means we aren't just doing "crunches"—we are strategically strengthening the specific muscles that sitting has weakened (like your deep abdominals and glutes) while ensuring your neck and shoulders remain relaxed and tension-free.
Body-Positive & Beginner-Friendly
You don’t need to be "flexible" or "fit" to start pilates. My sessions are a judgment-free zone where we modify every exercise to meet your body exactly where it is today. We celebrate what your body can do, focusing on progress, not perfection.
Group mat Pilates at South Beach Pilates
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Where: South Beach Pilates, 300 Arthur Godfrey Rd, Miami Beach, FL
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When: Mondays at 12:00 pm
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Level: all levels; modifications offered for every exercise
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Book: sobepilates.com ($37 drop-in; class packages available)
Private mat Pilates sessions
Want one-on-one attention? Private sessions are built around your body and goals.
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60-minute private mat Pilates: $130 (5 sessions for $600, 10 for $1,100)
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Where: in my studio, your home or condo gym in Miami Beach
Who mat Pilates is for
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Beginners who want a safe, guided start
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Desk workers who want a stronger core and better posture
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Adults over 55 working on balance and stability
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Runners, golfers and lifters who want better control and mobility