tru PILATES

    Private Pilates Sessions (55 min)

    One-on-one sessions tailored to your specific goals, injuries, or recovery needs with individualized programming.

    Book NowCall (434) 975-3800
    Opens tomorrow at 8:15 AM

    310 2nd St SE Unit H · Parking: Street parking and public garages available near 310 2nd Street SE in downtown Charlottesville

    5.0 ★ on Google (50 reviews) · Verified Apr 18, 2026
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    55 Minutes
    Undivided Attention
    Full Apparatus
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    Exercise Programming
    Private Pilates Sessions (55 min)

    The Private Session Advantage

    Completely Personalized to Your Body
    Every exercise, position, and resistance level customized for your specific goals, injuries, and physical needs.
    Undivided Expert Attention
    55 minutes of focused instruction with continuous corrections, hands-on cueing, and immediate feedback on your form.
    Faster Results and Progression
    Accelerated improvement through targeted programming that addresses your unique imbalances and challenges.
    Safe Injury Recovery
    Modified exercises and therapeutic progressions designed specifically for your rehabilitation needs and restrictions.
    Perfect Foundation for Beginners
    Master Pilates fundamentals with confidence before joining group classes, ensuring proper technique from day one.
    Flexible Scheduling Options
    Book sessions at times that fit your schedule without being locked into fixed class times.
    About tru PILATES

    About tru PILATES

    tru PILATES is a specialized Pilates studio located at 310 2nd Street SE in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia. Founded on the principle that Pilates should be customized to each individual's body and goals, the studio offers small group classes and private sessions that go beyond generic workouts. Their approach emphasizes understanding how your body moves, identifying areas of tightness or weakness, and creating sustainable movement patterns that carry into daily life.

    What People Are Saying

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    “After months of physical therapy for chronic low back pain, my doctor recommended Pilates. The private sessions at tru PILATES completely changed my relationship with my body. My instructor modified every exercise for my limitations and taught me how to move without pain. Three months in, I'm doing…”

    — Jennifer M.
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    “I tried group Reformer classes at another studio and felt completely lost. Starting with private sessions at tru PILATES was the right call. My instructor taught me proper breathing, core engagement, and how to actually use the equipment correctly. After 10 private sessions, I joined their group…”

    — Michael T.
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    “Training for a marathon left me with hip and IT band issues. Private Pilates sessions at tru PILATES addressed my specific imbalances and weak glute activation. My instructor designed exercises targeting exactly what my body needed. Not only did my hip pain resolve, but I set a PR in my last race.…”

    — Sarah L.
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    5.0 ★ avg rating · Verified Apr 18, 2026

    Your Questions

    Will private sessions be uncomfortable or intimidating?
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    Not at all. Your tru PILATES instructor creates a supportive, judgment-free environment focused entirely on your success. Sessions move at your pace, exercises are modified to your current ability, and you can ask questions freely. Most clients find private sessions less intimidating than group classes since there's no pressure to keep up with others or feel self-conscious about their form. Your instructor's only goal is helping you feel stronger and move better.
    How quickly will I see results from private Pilates?
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    Most clients notice improved posture, reduced pain, and better body awareness within the first 8-12 sessions when practicing 2-3 times per week. You'll feel internal changes—stronger core, better balance, easier movement—before visible physical changes appear. Joseph Pilates himself said you'd feel different in 10 sessions, see differences in 20, and have a new body in 30. Because private sessions are customized to your goals, results often come faster than group classes.
    What if I can't do certain exercises due to injuries?
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    That's exactly why private sessions are so valuable. Your tru PILATES instructor will modify every exercise to work within your limitations, using different positions, reduced resistance, or alternative apparatus to achieve similar benefits safely. Many clients choose private sessions specifically because they have injuries or conditions that make group classes unsuitable. Your instructor's expertise lies in adapting classical Pilates to what your body can do today while progressively building toward what you want to achieve.
    Is the cost of private sessions worth it compared to group classes?
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    Private sessions represent an investment in your body that delivers returns group classes cannot match. The completely customized programming, continuous expert attention, and accelerated progression make privates particularly cost-effective for injury recovery (potentially reducing physical therapy needs), beginners establishing proper technique, and anyone with goals requiring specialized attention. Many clients start with a package of private sessions to build a strong foundation, then transition to a mix of private and group classes. Consider that one private session delivers the personalized attention equivalent to months of group classes.

    Our Location

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    tru PILATES
    310 2nd St SE Unit H, Charlottesville, VA 22902
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    PParking: Street parking and public garages available near 310 2nd Street SE in downtown Charlottesville
    Hours
    Mon8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
    Tue8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
    Wed8:15 AM – 7:15 PM
    Thu8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
    Fri7:15 AM – 1:15 PM
    Sat8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    SunClosed

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