Business Details
8 Years
experience
Welcome to Pure Balance Pilates Studio in Athens, Georgia
At Pure Balance, we are dedicated to reminding every individual of their inherent worth through mindful movement and holistic wellness. Founded in 2018 by Ali Hall, our female-owned Pilates Reformer studio provides a welcoming space for all bodies to explore strength, balance, and self-empowerment. With over 5,000 hours of combined teaching experience among our instructors, we specialize in anatomy-informed Pilates, trauma-informed practices, and inclusive wellness education. Our team includes certified professionals trained in Polestar Pilates, rehabilitative movement, and somatic principles, ensuring personalized guidance for clients of all fitness levels.We uphold core values of curiosity, compassion, and community, fostering connections that extend beyond physical wellness into mental and spiritual growth. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our proprietary instructor training program, which emphasizes size-inclusive teaching and practical skill development. By prioritizing transparency, client-centered care, and evidence-based methodologies, we aim to redefine wellness as a journey of self-discovery rather than a destination.
Services
Pilates Classes
Private Sessions
Instructor Training
Wellness Retreats
Corporate Wellness
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Female-owned studio with trauma-informed, size-inclusive programming
- Instructors trained in Polestar Pilates and rehabilitative movement
- Specialized sessions for chronic pain and hypermobility management
- Proprietary instructor training emphasizing practical teaching skills
- Community-focused environment with 15+ years of collective teaching experience
Associations and certifications
- Polestar Pilates
Services
Pilates Classes
Our reformer Pilates classes combine dynamic movement with mindful practice for all fitness levels. From beginner Balance classes focusing on alignment to high-energy Sweat sessions that elevate heart rates, our offerings build strength and body awareness. Certified instructors guide participants through progressive sequences that enhance flexibility, core stability, and overall wellness while fostering community connections.
Private Sessions
Personalized Pilates instruction tailored to individual needs and goals. Available in private, duo, or trio formats, these sessions provide specialized attention for injury recovery, chronic condition management, or skill development. With three pricing tiers including apprentice-led options, clients receive customized programming and hands-on guidance to build confidence and foundational Pilates proficiency.
Instructor Training
A comprehensive 200-hour Pilates instructor program emphasizing trauma-informed teaching and inclusive practices. Participants learn anatomy, Pilates history, and reformer techniques while developing skills to create accessible classes. The curriculum prepares graduates to teach diverse populations, with mentorship opportunities available at Pure Balance and other studios.
Wellness Retreats
Immersive wellness experiences combining Pilates, mindful movement, and personal reflection. Our 2026 retreat in Hilton Head Island offers daily movement practices, nourishing meals, and guided reflection sessions in a serene coastal setting. Designed to restore mental clarity and physical vitality, these retreats emphasize holistic self-care and community connection.
Corporate Wellness
Customized wellness solutions for businesses seeking to improve employee health and productivity. Our offerings include on-site Pilates sessions, stress management workshops, and ergonomic assessments that promote physical well-being and mental focus. Programs are adaptable to various workplace environments and team sizes.
People
Ali Hall
Studio Founder & Owner
Pilates instructor with 5,000+ teaching hours and Polestar certification. Specializes in chronic pain management through movement, informed by personal experience with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Created Pure Balance's inclusive instructor training program in 2023.
Lisa Yaconelli
Instructor
BFA in modern dance with 20+ years teaching experience in Athens. Combines Pilates with dance background to help clients build strength and confidence through mindful movement practices.
Corrin
Instructor
Strength training specialist incorporating modifications for all fitness levels. Creates dynamic classes blending Pilates with creative movement patterns to challenge and engage participants in a supportive environment.
Melynda
Instructor
15-year yoga therapy veteran integrating breathwork and body awareness into Pilates instruction. Focuses on holistic healing and embodiment through mindful movement practices that connect physical and mental wellness.
Ginny
Instructor
Theatre and dance background informs energetic teaching style. Completed Pure Balance's instructor training program in 2024, emphasizing mind-body connection and accessible movement education for diverse participants.
Questions
What Pilates class levels do you offer?
We provide beginner through advanced classes including Balance (foundation), Flow (intermediate), Sweat (cardio-intensive), and Embody (mind-body integration) formats for all experience levels.
Do you offer private Pilates instruction?
Yes, we offer private, duo, and trio sessions with three pricing tiers. Owner-led sessions focus on special populations, while apprentice sessions provide budget-friendly options for personalized training.
Are your instructors certified?
All instructors complete rigorous training programs. Our owner holds Polestar Pilates certification, and we offer an in-house 200-hour instructor training program emphasizing trauma-informed teaching practices.
Can Pilates help with chronic pain?
Yes, our instructors specialize in working with chronic conditions like hypermobility and endometriosis. Private sessions focus on building strength and stability through safe, mindful movement patterns.
Do you have wellness retreats?
We host annual wellness retreats like our 2026 Hilton Head Island event combining Pilates, guided reflection, and nourishing meals in a restorative coastal environment for holistic renewal.
What makes your studio inclusive?
Our trauma-informed curriculum, size-inclusive programming, and adaptable class formats ensure welcoming spaces for diverse bodies, abilities, and wellness journeys through personalized movement education.
Reviews (7)
Marie Echols
Sep 03, 2021
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My husband and I started Pilates about four months ago at Pure Balance. Both of us were novices to Pilates. Thanks to the wonderful instructors at Pure Balance we have both felt comfortable and feel stronger and more fit. Classes are never larger than seven people, which allows instructors to keep an eye on everyone and make corrections to form when needed. I was interested in improving core strength and overall balance; my husband was interested in strength and flexibility. We both feel that we have gained from our experience at Pure Balance!
Anna McKelvey
Aug 03, 2021
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Pure Balance is such a great pilates studio! All of the instructors are so friendly and very knowledgeable about what they are instructing, which makes the classes even more beneficial. Its a warm and welcoming place to start a fitness journey!
Christa Teasley
Jul 29, 2021
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This has been the most rewarding experience gaining strength without injury. I have had nothing but positive interactions with everyone I have met!!! Highly recommend this company for amazing healthcare opportunities!!!
Rhonda Helms
Jul 25, 2021
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After a debilitating accident a number of years ago a physician friend recommended I try Pilates reformer to see if it would help with the chronic pain I was experiencing. In the first few weeks of taking reformer classes I was feeling better than I had in years. My back, hip and pelvic floor pain went from almost unbearable to very little pain in a few short weeks of regular classes. I've been an avid Pilates Reformer fan ever since and know it's something I'll do for life. Over the ensuing years, I've had the opportunity to visit many studios across the country and experience many Pilates instructors
Katie Faucher
Jul 22, 2021
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I have been a member for 5 months now, and it is absolutely wonderful! I take two private lessons per week, and 3-4 classes per week. Honestly, I dont have anything negative to say. Every instructor is wonderful, Megan runs the business seamlessly, and Ali has created the most beautiful community for women. Athens is lucky to have Pure Balance, and I will be a member for life!
Wendy Yeater
Jul 13, 2021
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I love everything about Pure Balance. The instructors are all so very knowledgeable and helpful. The class size is small, in a non stressful environment. Its like you have a personal trainer each class. They emphasize correct form, and are always watching each of us as we are working out. The instructor is mindful of our individual strengths and weaknesses, and continue to support our individual goals. Its all about attaining, improving, on our own strengths, our sense of balance ,both physical and mental, and definitely a confidence booster. There are self improvement and health based,
Virginia Ball
May 20, 2021
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I have been a massage therapist in Athens since 1995, and I am picky about pilates. When Pure Balance opened I was so excited because the owner has been trained and seems to deeply value the true rehabilitation and transformative nature of what Joseph Pilates intended when he designed the reformer and the exercises that make up Pilates movements. I went at first and then I stopped going for over a year and I tried a class again this week and all I can say is: they attention to details about form, the positive atmosphere, it may feel hard to walk in to your first class, you may wonder if you will
