Best Pilates Studios in Lagos: 5 Spots to Try in 2026
From reformer Pilates to Lagree and barre, here’s where Lagos is getting its Pilates fix.
Pilates has officially entered its Lagos era. Suddenly, everyone is booking reformer classes, talking about their core strength and spending their Saturday mornings doing tiny movements that somehow leave their entire bodies shaking.
And we’re not complaining.
Whether you’re a seasoned Pilates girl, looking to switch up your workout routine or simply curious about what all the fuss is about, Lagos has some seriously good options.
From the wellness OGs to the shiny new studios (and a few eye-wateringly expensive classes), we’ve rounded up five Pilates and Pilates-adjacent spots worth knowing about.
1. 143 Fitness — The New Kid on the Block
Location: Lekki Phase 1
Classes: Reformer, Motionformer, Mat Pilates and Barre
There’s a new name on the Lagos wellness scene, and 143 Fitness is making quite the entrance.
With a sleek studio, dedicated reformer classes, strength-focused Motionformer sessions and even a café for your post-workout catch-up, 143 is bringing a full wellness experience to Lekki.
What we particularly love is the variety. Whether you want a traditional reformer session focused on control and alignment or something that pushes your muscles a little harder, there’s plenty to explore.
The Basics verdict: One for the Pilates enthusiasts who like their workouts challenging and their studios aesthetically pleasing.
2. Beyond Fitness — The Wellness OG
Location: Victoria Island
Classes: Barre Pilates and other fitness classes
Before every other building in Lagos had a Pilates studio, there was Beyond.
One of the city’s best-known boutique wellness destinations, Beyond has been holding it down for the fitness community for years.
Its barre-inspired classes combine small, controlled movements with strength and endurance work. Don’t be fooled by how graceful everything looks. Those tiny pulses have a way of humbling even the most confident gym regulars.
Beyond also has the kind of community that keeps people coming back, which is arguably half the appeal of finding a workout you love.
The Basics verdict: A Lagos wellness institution. Perfect if you love a good burn, a familiar face and a workout that doesn’t involve lifting heavy weights.
3. The Backroom Lagos — The Instructor Favourite
Location: Inside The Padel House, Lagos
Classes: Pilates — check current schedule
If you’ve spent any time in Lagos Pilates circles, you’ll probably recognise the name Boladapo Abdul.
And the good news? He’s back.
The Backroom Lagos, located inside The Padel House, is one to have on your radar, particularly if you believe that a great instructor can make or break a workout.
Because while beautiful studios are lovely, there’s something to be said for a class that you genuinely look forward to attending because you know who’s teaching it.
And with Lagos’s ongoing padel obsession, combining your Pilates session with a little time at The Padel House sounds like a pretty good way to spend a morning.
The Basics verdict: Come for Boladapo, stay for the workout. One for the people who know that the instructor matters just as much as the studio.
4. Sculpt Lagree — The Luxury Workout
Classes: Lagree
Let’s address the elephant in the room: ₦50,000 for a workout class is a lot of money.
But if you’re ready to splash out on your fitness routine, Sculpt Lagree is certainly one to consider.
Lagree is often confused with reformer Pilates, but it’s actually a different workout method. Think slow, controlled movements, serious muscle endurance and the kind of full-body intensity that makes 45 minutes feel significantly longer.
It’s low-impact, but that doesn’t mean low-effort.
Is it worth ₦50,000 a session? We’ll leave that decision between you and your bank account.
The Basics verdict: For the luxury fitness lover with a generous wellness budget. Your muscles will work hard. Your wallet might too.
5. Oma The Spa — The Reformer Pioneer
Location: Victoria Island
Classes: Reformer Pilates
Long before reformer Pilates became the workout of the moment in Lagos, Oma The Spa was already introducing people to the equipment.
Best known for its beautiful spa and wellness environment, Oma was one of the early destinations for reformer Pilates in the city.
Its reformer offering focuses on controlled movements, strength, flexibility and alignment, making it an appealing option for anyone who wants a more considered approach to exercise.
And let’s be honest, there’s something particularly appealing about doing Pilates somewhere you can also book a massage.
The Basics verdict: For the wellness girl who believes movement and recovery should go hand in hand. We support this philosophy wholeheartedly.
Wait, What’s the Difference Between Pilates, Reformer, Barre and Lagree?
If all these class names have you confused, here’s the quick breakdown.
- Mat Pilates: Classic Pilates movements performed on a mat, focusing on core strength, breathing and control.
- Reformer Pilates: Pilates performed on a spring-loaded machine that adds resistance and support.
- Barre: A ballet-inspired workout combining elements of dance conditioning, Pilates and strength training.
- Lagree: A separate, more intense, low-impact strength-endurance method performed on specialised equipment.
They’re not interchangeable, but all can be great additions to a balanced movement routine.
The Best Workout? The One You’ll Actually Keep Doing.
As much as we love a beautiful studio, matching sets and a good post-class matcha, the real magic is finding movement you genuinely enjoy.
Maybe that’s reformer Pilates twice a week. Maybe it’s barre on Saturdays, tennis on Sundays or a mix of everything.
Whatever your routine looks like, find what feels good, keep showing up and don’t be afraid to try something new.
And, naturally, a good workout deserves a good outfit.
Explore Basics Lagos for activewear made to move with you.
See you at the studio.
Editor’s note: Class schedules, instructors and prices can change, so confirm directly with each studio before booking.