Welcome to Joe & Clara

Joseph Hubertus Pilates was the man behind the method he originally called 'Contrology.' He was born in Germany in the 1880's and led an intriguing life. In 1926, while on a ship crossing the Atlantic to come to America he met his future wife, Clara. She became his teaching partner and together they opened the first Pilates studio in Manhattan.

It was in tribute to them that Joe & Clara, A Pilates Inspired Health Club, was conceived but its design, programs and schedule are a tribute to you. Today's lifestyle requires a healthy routine that is both flexible and diverse. Joe & Clara offers three different group classes running simultaneously. With over 30 different classes lasting 30 minutes we have made it easier for you to fit a workout into your busy schedule. For the times you can spend an hour or more you can combine as many classes as you like and design your own workout. Or jump into a one hour class that flows continuously. The Club is over 3800 square feet and features:

Classical Pilates Studio

Features two small group classes practicing Pilates as it was intended and featuring some of the equipment Joe was best known for. Enjoy classes in Reformer, Jump Board, Tower, Chair and Mat Work. Every piece produced by Peak Pilates®, a premium manufacturer of traditional Pilates equipment updated with modern day enhancements and taught by classically trained Pilates Instructors.

Pilates Inspired Studio

Motivated by Joe's constant quest to innovate we infused his Pilates Principles into many of today's latest fitness trends. From Zumba® dancing, Bosu® training, Swiss Ball classes and many more it's a great way to add diversity to your workout. For those new to Pilates these classes are ideal. You'll recognize a lot of the equipment but presented with a slightly different Pilates twist that will make it fresh again.

8th Avenue Studio

For clients preferring Personalized Training this studio, affectionately named after Joe and Clara's original studio in Manhattan, is one of the best equipped in the area. There are over 600 Pilates exercises across seven different apparatus which your Instructor will tailor to your specific needs. Elite athletes and those overcoming illness or injury are ideal candidates to benefit from direct one on one attention.

Cardio Studio

Joe was famous for running through Central Park in just his running shoes and bathing briefs. While you may not want to do the same, we have included the most popular equipment so you can compliment your workout routine with a cardio or metabolic boost.

Joe & Clara

A Pilates Inspired Health Club celebrating the time tested technique of Classical Pilates exercise routines combined with an updated application to modern day fitness workouts. The result is a fusion of both past and present in one convenient location keeping you motivated month after month and turning a fitness goal into a lifelong passion.

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