Pilates Institute of Ocala - Ocala, FL

Amy B.

I’ve been going to Pilates Institute of Ocala twice a week for the past seven months, and it’s been a life-changing experience! What I love most about this studio is its focus on authentic Pilates—the way it was originally designed by Joseph Pilates. I’ve been going to Pilates Institute of Ocala twice a week for the past seven months, and it’s been a life-changing experience! What I love most about this studio is its focus on authentic Pilates—the way it was originally designed by Joseph Pilates.

Tammy, the owner and my main instructor, is absolutely amazing. She’s so knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping each person succeed. The other instructors are wonderful as well—they all create such a welcoming and supportive environment.

Since starting, I’ve noticed a big difference in my strength, flexibility, and overall posture. The small class sizes allow for personalized attention, so whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, the workouts are tailored to your needs.

If you’re looking for a place rooted in the true principles of Pilates and run by people who genuinely care about your well-being, this is it. It’s not just a workout—it’s an experience that has improved my quality of life. Highly recommend!!!

Valentina K.

I have been a student of the Pilates Institute of Ocala for five years and have experienced so many health benefits. Under Tammy’s careful instruction, I have built a strong core, improved my overall muscle strength, and my bone density scan has revealed I no longer have osteoporosis! There is no substitute for certified instructors and small class size to ensure proper form and technique to achieve safe and healthy results. In my 10 years of doing Pilates I highly recommend the Pilates Institute of Ocala over any other.

Mary B. M.

Several years ago, I regularly attended classes at Reformed Pilates(Club) in AZ.
The classes were quite large. We received no correction after the exercise was initiated. There were frequent “crashes” of the reformers, and we all were “riding the springs”, in a big hurry. In short, we were not doing the exercises in a consistent and correct manner.
When I came to Pilates Institute of Ocala four years ago, I began to practice Classical Pilates with Tammy. I am on a journey of tremendous improvement!
It is on-going, but I can see welcome changes in my strength, flexibility, posture and balance.
Tammy is extremely well-trained and knowledgeable. She is committed to all of us!!
I unfortunately have had fractures of both my humerus head, and my lateral mid-foot recently.
Tammy customized the exercises to allow me to continue to safely work in class.
My orthopedic doctor said my recovery was greatly helped by my Pilates work pre-injury, as did the Physical Therapist.
I’ve had classes with the other instructors as well.
All of them are excellent!
Fellow students are kind and encouraging.
We receive corrections throughout the class, and correct position and form is everything.
And best of all, our work is intentional, purposeful and deliberate.
I am truly grateful to Tammy!

Whitney W.

For a year, I was a member at Club Pilates in St Pete. When we moved to Ocala in July of 2021, I was thrilled to find the Pilates Institute of Ocala. I didn’t realize what a difference a smaller class size, super attentive instructors and a variety of equipment and exercises can make. A world! It turns out. Tammy has an encyclopedic memory of all the different Pilates exercises and their variations along with decades of experience under her belt. Her classes are never the same, they’re always interesting, tailored to your specific level. She has recently added more teachers to the studio, all of whom I can recommend without reservation. This studio is heads and tails above what I was used to in St. Pete. I really didn’t want to write a review because I wanted one of the best-kept secrets in Ocala to remain but, alas, that is not to be! If you want great Pilates instruction, this is the place.

Jamie A.

Pilates is amazing. Tammy is awesome, knowledgeable, funny, strict, and inspiring. Even in the group classes (max 4 people at time) you get a lot of hands on specific instruction. I’m a couple of months into doing a Pilates class 2-3 times per week and I don’t see myself stopping anytime soon. I’ve been telling all kinds of people about this place, 2 of my employees have tried it already. They loved it!!! Highly recommended!!!

***2/14/25 Update! I'm now a whole year into my Pilates journey! I've now taken all 10 of my employees and every family member (including wifey, all 3 kids, my twin brother and my 78 yr old mother) to Pilates and all of them have loved it and several of them are now going regularly! I have referred countless people here because I want to share how amazing Pilates, and especially Pilates Institute of Ocala is.

My body feels more balanced and free of pain than it ever has, not at least since I was probably 11 years old. My job (dentist/periodontist) requires a lot of asymmetric positioning for extended periods and Pilates has been amazing at reversing the damage caused by that. It has changed how I sit, stand, work, walk, workout and play guitar. Everybody who knows me and sees me is astounded by the difference in my overall body appearance. I'm constantly having my patients telling me I look younger (as long as I'm covering my bald head lol!) which I am convinced is because of the effect pilates has had on my posture. I truly feel (and act) like a teenager and have the best abs I've ever had by far.

Why Pilates Institute of Ocala? Not all Pilates studios are owned by a private individual with 28 years of experience teaching Pilates. Beware of the corporate Pilates studios where you will get very little individual hands on instruction due to large group sizes and repetitive classes with only reformers. There is so much to do just beyond the pilates reformer and Tammy changes it up every class. I'm still being exposed to new Pilates exercises on a regular basis even though I have been going 3 times a week for the past year.

This place has truly changed my life. I hope to be able to do Pilates 3 times a week for the rest of my life. I 100% believe it will substantially increase my longevity and ability to work and play without pain.

Janisse W.

I feel so lucky to have found Tammy and her team at Pilates Institute of Ocala. I previously spent months doing what I thought was pilates at Club Pilates and let me tell you it is night and day! Since coming to Pilates with Tammy my core feels stronger and I can see and feel the difference in my muscles and strength. Due to previously doing “fake Pilates” I’ve have had to relearn what real Pilates is. I’m so grateful that I’ve finally found a true Pilates teacher and a real Pilates studio right here in Ocala. If you’re on the fence about trying Pilates make the choice to learn from the best, you will not regret it!

Sarah F.

I started going to Bibi because physical therapy from getting T-boned wasn’t cutting it anymore. What I have found with Bibi has been far more helpful than I could have ever imagined. She has become my accountability coach for wellness, my friend, and a fantastic trainer/instructor. Seeing Bibi twice a week has helped to completely transform my overall wellbeing. I highly recommend hiring her, you will not be disappointed.

Shai M.

I’ve always wanted to try a Pilates class and it was amazing! My instructor was Tammy, she was fantastic. The personal instruction was great especially for this beginner! If you haven’t tried it…. DO IT!! You won’t regret it! Can wait until the next class!