Life By Pilates is a classical Pilates studio in Old Tappan, NJ offering private and duet sessions in the authentic Romana’s Pilates method — the original, unmodified technique as taught by Joseph Pilates himself. Led by Katya Almog, a Romana’s Pilates-certified instructor, the studio specializes in back pain relief, injury recovery, post-partum rehabilitation, scoliosis, osteoporosis, chronic pain management, athletic performance, and Pilates for men. Every class is tailored to your body, your goals, and your pace.
Wear comfortable, form-fitting clothing that allows for a full range of motion. Avoid apparel with zippers, buttons, or metal details, as these can catch in the springs. Please bring a clean pair of socks.
Your first session is an assessment designed to understand your body’s history and goals. If you have a history of injuries or limited range of motion, we’ll evaluate these to determine the best equipment for your session and goals. An uninjured body will typically start with a workout on the Reformer.
Joseph Pilates famously said, “In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference, in twenty sessions you’ll see the difference, and in thirty sessions you’ll have a whole new body.” In our experience, most clients begin to feel a difference after about 10 consecutive sessions — typically achieved by training once or twice a week, with some homework offered to support your progress between sessions.
“Katya is amazing! Her attention to detail and knowledge of the body is incredible. I feel stronger after every class.”
“The studio is beautiful and peaceful. It’s my favorite hour of the week.”