Why Studios Are Choosing Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformers Over Traditional Reformers

1. More Than Pilates: One Machine, Endless Possibilities

Traditional reformers are incredible for Pilates — but they’re often limited to Pilates alone.

The Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformer goes far beyond that. It allows studios to offer:

Classical and contemporary Pilates

Strength training using bodyweight resistance

Low-impact cardio sessions

Mobility and stretching classes

Rehabilitation and prehab work

This versatility means studios can program multiple class types on the same piece of equipment, attracting a wider range of clients without adding extra machines.

“We have had a continued partnership with Ethics Leisure for
6 years, the Gravity studio concept is highly successful at a
number of our West Wood sites. Due to the high demand we
have doubled the size of many of our Gravity studios and we
still have huge amounts of people on waiting lists. It is the
only class at West Wood that you need to book, if members
don’t book, they will miss out. The staff and members of
West Wood love the classes and the Gravity concept. Ethics
Leisure provided great service throughout the process from
the installation to training and continued support, I highly
recommend the Ethics Leisure Team and their Gravity
concept. ”

Alan Leach

CEO West Wood Club

2. Beginner to Advanced — All in the Same Class

One of the biggest challenges studios face is accommodating mixed abilities.

With traditional reformers, beginners and advanced clients often need separate classes — or compromises have to be made.

Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformers use adjustable incline and resistance, making it easy to:

Support complete beginners

Progress intermediate clients safely

Challenge advanced movers and athletes

This means:

Inclusive classes where everyone feels successful

Fewer timetable restrictions

Higher class attendance and retention

All levels. One class. No limitations.

3. Foldable Design = Multipurpose Studio Space

Studio space is valuable — and empty equipment costs money.

Unlike traditional reformers, Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformers fold away, allowing studios to:

Transform Pilates rooms into strength or circuit studios

Host workshops, events, or small group PT

Maximise floor space during quieter hours

Studios are no longer locked into a single-use room. One space can now generate revenue all day long.

4. Turn Underused Space Into a Revenue Stream

Many gyms and studios have:

Quiet studio rooms

Underused group exercise spaces

Empty areas outside peak hours

Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformers allow you to create a premium offering from an old or unused space.

Studios are successfully adding:

Pilates reformer memberships

Small group strength sessions

Rehab-focused classes

Intro courses and workshops

All without major renovations or permanent installations.

 

“We’ve been thrilled to work with the team at Ethics Leisure and to develop a brand-new
training concept using the versatility of the Total Gym Elevate Encompass.
Our ‘Reformer 360’ program of classes has really captured the imagination of our customers,
creating a brilliant social environment whilst delivering outstanding body-conditioning
results. The equipment is both a work of art and an example of fine engineering, enabling
customers to condition at a level that is just right for them, in a safe and controlled way. It’s
brilliant that the equipment delivers the same superb results whether used for rehabilitation
or for serious body-conditioning. In 40 years of work in physical activity, I don’t think I’ve seen
demand for a group exercise class as great as this.”

John Oxley – Life Leisure CEO

5. Ideal for Rehab, Recovery, and Longevity

With growing demand for low-impact, joint-friendly training, Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformers are perfectly positioned for:

Physiotherapy-led sessions

Injury rehabilitation

Older adults and special populations

Postnatal and return-to-training clients

The smooth glide system and bodyweight resistance reduce joint stress while still delivering effective, measurable results.

6. Industry-Leading Education & Accredited Training

Equipment is only as good as the coaching behind it.

That’s why we provide our very own REPs-accredited Total Gym Pilates Reformer Training, giving studios:

Fully qualified, confident instructors

Clear progression pathways for staff

Consistent class quality across locations

Added credibility and trust with members

This training supports studios from launch through to long-term growth — not just at installation.

The Future of Pilates Studios

Studios choosing Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformers aren’t moving away from Pilates — they’re expanding it.

They’re creating spaces that are:

More inclusive

More versatile

More profitable

More future-proof

In a competitive fitness market, adaptability is everything — and the Total Gym New Age Pilates Reformer delivers exactly that.