Pilates has become increasingly popular recently, with new Reformer Pilates studios and YouTube instructors emerging regularly.
It is essential to attend classes where an instructor can correct your poses and other people can motivate you, especially if you are just starting a Pilates journey. However, if you are short on time, invested in a pilates reformer machine, and want to practice reformer pilates at home, here are the 10 best videos on YouTube.
In this article, I’ll highlight the best Reformer Pilates Channels and include some challenges to help you build a consistent practice.
If you are searching for a Pilates Reformer Machine, here are my top recommendations: Best Pilates Reformer Machines for Every Budget and Need.
10 Best Reformer Pilates Channels on YouTube
While I’ll be listing free reformer pilates videos, many instructors also offer exclusive content for their members, so if you find an instructor you love and would like to support them – join their exclusive memberships for even more content.
1. HolisticMovementPilates
@HolisticMovementPilates 85K subscribers, 621 videos
Excellent reformer Pilates YouTube channel by a certified Pilates Instructor and Holistic Nutritionist with various exercises for 10 to 50 minutes, targeting the entire body, including the legs, abs, back, and upper body. There are many great options for all levels, especially for intermediate. The classes are led by Alex and are updated 2 times a week, and you can join as a member for €24.99/month for an extra video per week
Videos include: Full body, Stretch, Core, Lower, Upper body, as well as Pre/Pos natal reformer pilates
2. Melanie Lopez Pilates
@MelanieLopezPilates 34K subscribers, 404 videos
A certified Pilates instructor, Melanie, specializes in contemporary Pilates routines that are both challenging and accessible, guiding you from beginner to advanced stages. Most of the videos on her channel are focused on reformer Pilates, and I love that they are organized by length, body part, and level. Therefore, the channel is straightforward to navigate, with multiple new videos every month .
Videos include: Contemporary Reformer Pilates, Reformer Pilates challenges. Individual muscle group workouts.
3. MINDFUL AXIS
@MindfulAxis 9K subscribers, 203 videos
Led by Serene Wilken, a certified expert in Personal Training and Pilates with 20+ years of experience. I love this channel as it includes not only strength exercises but also recovery, coordination, pain, and mobility.
Videos include: Demos and Tips for Reformer Pilates, Pilates for pain and mobility, as well as individual body parts and full-body Reformer and mat Pilates.
4. John Garey TV
@JohnGareyTV, 166K subscribers, 1.2K videos
John Garey’s TV reformer pilates YouTube channel has over 1.2 thousand videos, most dedicated to reformer pilates. This channel is perfect if you want 5 to 20-minute quick workouts. Although the channel is mainly dedicated to reformer pilates, you can also find no equipment, magic circle, or band exercises. John’s YouTube channel is proof that Pilates is for everyone, regardless of gender or age! If you are a dog lover like me, you will love this channel even more, as John’s two beautiful dogs love joining him for the pilates workouts.
Videos include: short individual exercise demos with different Pilates equipment, beginner reformer Pilates, very short 5-minute videos.
5. MOVE WITH ISSY PILATES
@movewithissy, 21K subscribers, 65 videos
Moving from a veteran to a very new ( under a year old) account that deserves our support. Most of Issy’s ( certified APPI Pilates Instructor and Physiotherapist) videos are 50 minutes long, which is excellent if you are serious about reformer pilates workouts.
Videos include: Pilates challenges, flexibility, strength, and even cardio workouts with reformer Pilates.
6. Saran Pilates
A great reformer, Pilates Chanel focuses on beginner Pilates. If you are looking for prenatal reformer Pilates, this channel is for you.
Videos include: mat and reformer Pilates, prenatal reformer Pilates. Mostly short 15-20 minute videos.
7. Dez Fit
Dez is a certified fitness and Pilates instructor, and her YouTube channel has a fantastic selection of reformer Pilates videos, and you can also find postpartum-friendly workouts. She does not post as regularly, but the quality of her videos is great.
I like her channel as videos are organised at different times, 10 to 20, 20 to 30, 30 to 40, and 40 to 55 minutes. As well as body parts like the full body, lower, and upper body.
Videos include: 10 to 20, 20 to 30, 30 to 40, and 40 to 55 minutes.
8. Online Pilates Classes by Lesley Logan
This channel is the largest Pilates channel on YouTube, led by Lesley Logan, a 2nd generation certified Pilates teacher, breathwork, habits, and mindset coach, with many videos for reformer Pilates, but also using props like Wunda Chair, Ladder Barrel, Towel, and a simple mat. It is also great for tutorials and techniques. This channel is also great, as you can learn from multiple instructors. They also host weekly YouTube Lives every Sunday!
Videos include: individual exercise, detailed tutorials, and specific equipment workouts.
9. Pilates with Rich
A two-year-old reformer Pilates channel created by Richenda, a fully certified Pilates instructor and founder of Born Pilates Education. You will learn everything from the basics to unique, more advanced techniques. She also offers Pilates certification.
Videos include: Cadillac and reformer tutorials and workouts.
10. Alysia Pope Pilates
A great channel for all kinds of Pilates, from mat to reformer. A unique point of this channel is that Alysia uploads weekly amt and reformer pilates workouts for each month, so you can follow along, and it is great for creating a habit of coming back to pilates workouts without needing to look for new videos, as she organises every month for you.
Videos include: weekly workout schedules, reformer and mat pilates.
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If you want to practise resistance training in times when you don’t have access to a Pilates reformer, you might want to get a few sets of resistance bands. I have created a list of the best resistance bands for different body parts and your needs here.
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These are fantastic reformer Pilates video channels on YouTube that will help you stay fit no matter your level, age, or time restrictions. From quick 10-minute abs to full-body, hour-long workouts, you can find what you need.
If you need an extra push to form a workout habit, here are the best reformer Pilates challenges that you can follow.
The Best Reformer Pilates Challenges on YouTube
Challenges are a great way to get started and build a habit. I will list them from the shortest to the longest so you can choose whatever suits you.
10 Day Reformer Challenges
Here are 2 ten day challenges by Melanie Lopez Pilates
Five videos are available for everyone, and five for members only. If you enjoy Melanie Lopez Pilates and her challenge, you can join her YouTube membership to see all the exclusive content.
Progressive Pilates Reformer Workout Challenge
This a year old 10-day challenge by Melanie is also great as you can add more of her recommended videos at the end to extend the workout. Like her 2025 challenge, seven videos are available for everyone on YouTube, and the last three require membership.
10-Day Jumpstart Pilates Reformer
14 Day Free Reformer Challenge
a newly launched
2 WEEK REFORMER PILATES CHALLENGE
By Alysia Pope Pilates that you can join and follow along. It is form-focused, intentional movement on the reformer that leaves you feeling energized, accomplished, and deeply connected to yourself.
28 Day Free Reformer Challenge
I love @rachelsfitpilates. She is a great instructor and content creator for all Pilates, from the mat and wall to the reformer. She has created fantastic challenges for beginners and those who are more advanced.
28-Day Beginners REFORMER Pilates Challenge
If you are not quite ready for the reformer challenge, you can try her Wall Pilates challenges.
Reformer Pilates is a fantastic way to build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance overall fitness. With so many free Reformer Pilates videos on YouTube, it is easy to practice it from home ( you need the Pilates Reformer machine, of course). Whether you’re looking for individual workout videos, dedicated channels, or structured challenges, there’s something for every skill level and goal.
If you find an instructor you love, consider supporting their channel by subscribing or exploring their premium content and platforms outside of YouTube, as it is a great way to progress and stay consistent.
Are there any Free Pilates reformer videos and Channels you love and want to share? Comment below, and I will add them to the list.
Last update 30/06/2026 – updated follower and video counts and descriptions, and added lists of Pilates videos in each channel. A new Channel and a challenge added.
Silvija Meilunaite, PN1-NC, CSMC, is a certified nutrition coach and menopause coaching specialist. Combining current scientific research with her own experience of perimenopause, she writes evidence-based articles, practical guides, and in-depth product reviews to help women over 40 make informed decisions about nutrition, strength training, recovery, supplements, non-toxic living, and wellness products.
This is such a great article, thank you so much for taking time to create it. I have bookmarked it and go back to it every time I want to do reformer pilates at home.