Pilates is rapidly turning into a major industry in Singapore, and it isn’t only the younger generation fueling its growth.
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Demand is surging as health and wellness take center stage, though studios warn about intensifying competition and climbing costs.
Pilates studios are increasingly packed as this once-niche practice becomes a staple of the city’s fitness landscape. PHOTO: ALLY
A March study found that regularly attending Pilates classes can help alleviate anxiety, depression, fatigue, and stress. PHOTO: FLEX STUDIO
Move Repeat group brand and engagement leader Kamesh Waran says the Strong Pilates team is continually looking to broaden its reach. PHOTO: TAY CHU YI, BT
Studio operators note that most clients are women, but there’s a rising number of men joining Pilates classes in recent years. PHOTO: THE MOVING BODY GROUP
Tim Campbell-Scott, Lululemon Southeast Asia market director, observes a shift toward more holistic, wellness-centered fitness routines. PHOTO: LULULEMON
[SINGAPORE] On a quiet Thursday morning, two sisters in their 50s enter a bright, mirrored studio at The Centrepoint on Orchard Road. Wearing matching black leggings and grip socks, they settle onto reformer machines as their instructor leads them through slow, deliberate movements. Within minutes, the room fills with controlled breathing and focused effort.
What started as a casual trial a year ago has evolved into a weekly ritual for the pair.
“At our age, we wanted something that builds core strength, flexibility, and posture without feeling intimidating,” says the older sister, Samantha Tan. “Pilates checks all the boxes.”
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