The rise of the chair is changing Pilates, and this conversation shows why it matters. If you are a studio owner, Pilates teacher, or simply curious about where the industry is headed after the reformer boom, this episode gives you a fresh look at equipment, community, and what it means to stay true to your practice.

Kristina introduces a wide-ranging interview with Rohanna, who brings a grounded perspective from running a studio through the social media-driven shift in Pilates aesthetics. They explore why the chair is getting renewed attention, how equipment-based training can return to Joseph Pilates' original system, and why individualizing movement matters more than following a one-size-fits-all class plan.

Dawn adds the bigger-picture lens, connecting the conversation to the roots of Pilates and the way the method was originally built around choosing the right apparatus for the person in front of you. Together, the discussion contrasts today’s reformer-heavy trends with a more thoughtful, equipment-led approach that puts the client first.

You’ll hear about:

• Why the split pedal chair is making a comeback
• How equipment studios differ from reformer-only spaces
• What it looks like to build a business that stays aligned with your values
• Why social media trends can pull studios off course
• How experienced teachers adapt movement to the individual, not the class template

This episode is especially relevant if you are thinking about opening a studio, expanding your training, or re-evaluating how you teach. It’s a timely reminder that the most forward-thinking approach in Pilates may also be the most traditional.

Visit Rohanna's studio: https://www.kineticore.co.uk/