We at EHS believe that a strong community is a vital part of individual health, and we continually strive to better serve the neighborhood we call home. We offer Pilates Teacher Training Certification, as well as Professional Services and Continuing Education for the Pilates Pro. EHS Pilates studio hosts Group Classes, Private & Duet Sessions, and specialty Pilates options, such as Pre & Rehabilitation, Foot and Gait Therapy, Pre and Post Natal Pilates, and Gentle Pilates.
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Welcome to EHS Pilates. You found the right place.
EHS Pilates has been San Francisco's authentic, traditional Pilates studio in the heart of the Mission District since 1992. Founded by master instructor and bestselling Pilates author Ellie Herman, who trained under the original Pilates Elders, direct students of Joseph Pilates himself, our lineage connects every session back to the source of the method.
You will love our mix of vintage and new Pilates equipment, authentic apparatus rarely found in modern studios. Thousands of bodies have moved through these springs, and that history carries into every session.
No trends. No shortcuts. Just Pilates.
We believe expert Pilates coaching should be accessible to everyone. That's why we've built our pricing to be as affordable as possible without ever compromising on quality instruction. Our $15 community classes are the perfect low-commitment way to add more Pilates to your week, and our live virtual classes bring real-time coaching right to your living room. No matter your budget or where you are in your wellness journey, there's an ideal path here for you.
Our small group Pilates classes are designed to give you the personalized attention you deserve — without the cost of private training. With just 4 to 8 attendees per session, your Pilates coach can focus on your form, goals, and progress every class. We offer programming for every level — from beginner foundations to advanced movers — in a supportive, results-driven environment where you're never just another face. Browse our schedule and find your perfect time today.
We've invested in a best-in-class app to make your Pilates experience seamless from start to finish. Book classes, manage cancellations, and receive real-time notifications — all in one place. Plus, the more you show up, the more you earn with our built-in rewards program. Our loyalty tracking makes it easy to celebrate your consistency and stay motivated on your wellness journey. Download the app today and take full control of your schedule, progress, and your Pilates community.
We have something for everyone. Our Pilates coaches work with a wide range of clients — beginner through advanced, active aging, pre and postnatal, rehabilitation and conditioning, and sports conditioning. Choose from group classes, private sessions, or bring someone and try a duet. Prefer to move from home? Our live virtual options deliver expert guidance. Not sure where to start? Reach out and we'll match you with the right program for your goals.
Self-care Pop-ups, In-Person, Virtual & Dance Fitness Classes in the Parks
Teacher Training
Balanced Body Teacher Training
Northern California’s Premier Pilates Education Center.
About Balanced Body Teacher Training Certifications
Build your career as a certified Pilates instructor through our flexible, modular training programs. Choose from four certification levels designed to fit your schedule, budget, and professional goals: Comprehensive, Reformer + Mat, Reformer only, or Mat only. EHS Pilates and Balanced Body have been education partners since 2009, rooted in tradition while embracing contemporary movement science.
Advanced Certifications
Science-Backed Movement Protocols
Advanced Assessment • Clinical Reasoning • Results
Expand Your Expertise. Transform Your Practice.
EHS Pilates offers four specialized continuing education certifications designed for movement professionals ready to deepen their knowledge and serve clients at the highest level. From mastering foot mechanics and gait analysis with renowned educator Nancy Myers, to becoming an expert in pre/postnatal Pilates, to exploring functional movement with CoreAlign, to advancing your clinical skills with the NEW Balanced Body Advanced Movement Principles program, each certification provides the specialized skills that set you apart.