frequently asked questions

Most people are familiar with Mat Pilates: a fantastic, low-impact routine beloved for developing core strength, improving posture, and achieving sleek, full-body conditioning, usually performed on the floor. At High Vibe, we elevate your workout on a revolutionary piece of equipment: The Reformer. Your New Best Friend: The Reformer Machine

We know the Reformer machine might look a little intimidating at first—like a sliding bed with springs! Trust us, it’s about to become your favourite fitness tool.

Designed over a century ago by Joseph Pilates, this machine is an innovative way to achieve truly transformative results.

Absolutely! Reformer Pilates is a truly exceptional, all-round method for achieving peak physical and mental fitness. It’s more than just exercise; it's an investment in sustainable, long-term well-being.

1. The Core Physical Transformation

The Reformer is unparalleled in its ability to sculpt and strengthen the entire body:

Superior Core Strength: Expect deep, functional strengthening of your powerhouse—leading to better stability and reduced back pain.

Elevated Posture & Balance: Consistent practice retrains your body, leading to significant improvements in alignment, grace, and overall stability.

Flexibility & Mobility: Using the resistance springs, you can achieve an incredible range of motion, creating long, lean muscle and greater joint mobility.

2. Kind to Your Body, High on Results

A key differentiator of Reformer Pilates is its low-impact nature:

Joint-Friendly Fitness: The controlled movement and spring-based support place minimal stress on your joints, making it safe and accessible for almost everyone.

Ideal for Recovery: The Reformer’s adjustable assistance makes it the perfect modality for building strength safely while recovering from injury, guided by expert instruction.

3. Boost Your Mental Health & Focus

The mind-body connection is central to Pilates, offering profound mental benefits:

Stress Relief & Resilience: Focused movement and intentional breathwork provide a powerful anchor against stress, promoting calmness and mental clarity.

The High Vibe Glow: Like all effective physical activity, Reformer Pilates is a natural mood booster—leaving you feeling energised, confident, and ready to take on life with a positive outlook!

Reformer Pilates is fundamentally designed as a synergistic practice, blending deep, intentional muscle stretching with powerful, functional muscle strengthening. This unique duality is precisely what allows the Reformer to physically redefine your physique.

Regular practice sculpts the long, lean muscle fibres that drastically improve your posture and positively impact your entire body structure. Because the Reformer functions as both a challenging bodyweight stability routine and an actual spring-loaded resistance training system, this combination efficiently tones the body, building a healthier, enhanced muscle-to-fat ratio. Overall, by simultaneously lengthening and strengthening your muscles under tension, Reformer Pilates can achieve noticeable and sustainable results more quickly and efficiently than any other form of Pilates.

It is completely normal to feel a sense of intimidation when you first step into the studio and see the Reformer machine—it’s a common reaction!

We want to reassure you that every "Reformer master" felt exactly the same way once. Even if you are already used to Mat Pilates, the new sensation of movement, resistance, and cables on the Reformer may feel a little disorienting during your initial class.

Our expert instructors are dedicated to providing gentle guidance and clear instruction, helping you feel comfortable and secure within minutes.

By the end of your very first session, you will already be feeling far more comfortable and ready to reap the dynamic joys and physical benefits of Reformer Pilates, and the machine will quickly become an intuitive tool for your fitness journey.

Managing your class bookings is simple and entirely self-service.

To reschedule or cancel any session, simply log into your personal bsport account, click on the session you have booked, and select the appropriate 'cancel' or 'reschedule' option.

To ensure you do not forfeit your class credit, you must execute the cancellation a minimum of 12 hours before the scheduled start time.

Please note that cancellations made within this 12-hour window will result in the automatic forfeiture of the class credit from your account.