About Our London Studio
Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, our London studio brings the James Shaw Pilates experience to Central London. A space dedicated to authentic Classical Pilates, it offers exceptional teaching in an intimate setting, just moments from London's major transport links.
We don't simply teach exercises; we teach people to understand, trust, and reconnect with their bodies. Through the original Contrology method, we help our clients build strength, flexibility, and control that enhances the way they move, feel, and live.
Whether you're joining us for Mat, Reformer, Tower, Mixed Apparatus, private sessions, or teacher training, you'll experience the same commitment to excellence, education, and personal progression that defines James Shaw Pilates.
What We Offer
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Our small group Classical Pilates Reformer and Tower classes in Fitzrovia, London, introduce clients to the original Contrology method through spring resistance and purposeful movement. Limited to just four clients per class, each session combines expert instruction with individual attention, helping you build strength, flexibility, control, and confidence.
Whether you are new to Pilates or looking to deepen your practice, our Reformer and Tower classes are designed to improve the way you move, feel, and live. Through authentic Classical Pilates, you’ll develop a stronger connection to your body while progressing through the traditional repertoire in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Whether you're just beginning or continuing your Pilates journey, every session is designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and reconnect with your body.
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Experience the foundation of the Classical Pilates method through our small group Mat classes. Following the traditional sequences developed by Joseph Pilates, each session is designed to build strength, flexibility, control, and a deeper connection to your body through precise, purposeful movement.
With expert guidance and individual attention in every class, you’ll learn to move with greater awareness and confidence while developing the skills that support lifelong strength, posture, and wellbeing. Rooted in the original Contrology method, our Mat classes help students understand not only how to perform the exercises, but how the Pilates system works as a whole.
Suitable for all levels, Mat Pilates provides the perfect foundation for both new and experienced practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of authentic Classical Pilates.With expert guidance and individual attention in every class, you'll learn to move with greater awareness and confidence while developing the skills that support lifelong strength, posture, and wellbeing.
Suitable for all levels, our Mat classes provide the perfect foundation for both new and experienced practitioners.
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Our Mixed Apparatus classes offer the complete Classical Pilates studio experience, combining the Reformer, Tower, Chair, Barrels, and other traditional apparatus in a dynamic circuit-style setting. Designed for experienced students, these sessions challenge your strength, coordination, control, and understanding of the original Contrology method while deepening your practice across the full Pilates system.
With small class sizes and expert instruction, you’ll continue to refine your technique, improve transitions, and build confidence on every piece of apparatus. Mixed Apparatus is an opportunity to explore the breadth of Classical Pilates, developing a deeper understanding of the repertoire and the way each piece of equipment works together as part of the method.
We recommend completing our Beginner and Intermediate Mat, Reformer, and Tower classes before joining Mixed Apparatus to ensure you have a strong foundation in the Classical system.
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Our Private Pilates sessions offer a fully personalised approach, tailored to your individual goals, experience, and movement needs. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing a specific condition, new to Pilates, or simply looking to deepen your practice, each session is designed around you.
Working one-to-one with one of our expert instructors, you’ll receive individual guidance, hands-on support, and a programme that evolves with your progress. Using the full Classical Pilates system, including the Reformer, Tower, Chair, and Barrels, private sessions help you build strength, flexibility, and control while developing a deeper understanding of your body.
Private sessions are ideal for building confidence, building technique, addressing complex movement patterns, or complementing your regular Mat and apparatus classes with more focused, in-depth tuition.
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Our Duet Pilates sessions offer all the benefits of private tuition while sharing the experience with a friend, partner, or family member. Tailored to your individual goals and movement needs, these sessions provide expert guidance in a supportive and motivating environment.
Perfect for those who enjoy training together, duet sessions combine the personal attention of one-to-one instruction with the energy and accountability of working alongside someone else. Whether you’re looking to share the cost of a private session, complement your regular classes, or deepen your understanding of the Classical Pilates method, each session is designed to help you build strength, confidence, and control.
Suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners, Duet Pilates is an enjoyable way to progress your practice together.
Packages & Pricing
Reformer, Tower & Other Apparatuses
Single class: £39
3-class intro offer: £90
6-class package: £210
12-class package: £360
Private sessions
Single session: £125
6-session programme: £660
12-session programme: £1200
Visiting London Studio
First visit
Please arrive 5 minutes before your class. Our London studio is located on the first floor. On arrival, simply ring the studio buzzer and we'll let you in. Head upstairs to the first floor, where you'll find a comfortable waiting area before your session begins.
Wear comfortable, fitted activewear, and grip socks are recommended for apparatus classes. Your instructor will welcome you, introduce you to the studio, and ensure you're ready to enjoy your first session.
Our Address
19 Margaret Street, 1st Floor Suite, London W1W 8RR
Parking
Parking near the studio is limited and restrictions apply during the day. Some nearby spaces may be available outside controlled hours, but we recommend checking local signage or travelling by public transport where possible.
Getting Here
Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, the studio is just a short walk from Oxford Circus and Tottenham Court Road stations, making it easily accessible by tube, bus, and rail from across London and the UK.

