Animo Pilates is a Romana’s Pilates International pilates studio. We work with clients of all abilities and guide the next generation of trainee’s through the Romana’s Pilates Teacher Training Program. Our hope is that you finish the workout refreshed, standing tall and breathing fully with a zest for life.
“I like workouts that make me feel comfortable in my skin. As much as I like lifting weights, it wasn’t enough. Pilates does this for me. During COVID-19, I can keep my body supple, pain-free and my mind strong.”
Happy Pilates People
I visited Animo Pilates when I was visiting Austin from out of town. I was looking for Pilates places near where I was staying and this one came up - I absolutely love Classical Pilates because you get all of the adjustments to make the work challenging where Contemporary tends to be a bit less precise. This studio is really small and intimate and has all of the stuff - Reformer, Cadillac, Wundachair, Pedi-pull, Large Barrel, Arm Chair, and more. I had the best session where I walked in with my wonky hip and Ben, upon seeing me for the first time ever, was able to cue my work and get me to connect and get out of my hip. The work out was super challenging with even the most basic stuff in the best way ever. I walked out of there so happy that I visited. OH! And it was super easy to self-book the session - major plus. I will be back the next time I visit Austin. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a great Pilates Session with all of the personalized adjustments!
— Allie Justice
I am so glad I found Ben and Animo Pilates! He has a great Classical Pilates studio in downtown Austin, in an amazing historic house. Parking is easy as there are plenty of spots on the street. His caring nature and experience really shine through in his instruction. I’ve been seeing so many improvements in my body and form since I started sessions with him. The workouts are challenging and invigorating. Don’t wait until you have an injury to start Pilates like I did. I wish I had started sooner!
— Natalie Oriol
I don't know what I would have done without Ben and Animo Pilates during my pregnancy and postpartum! I was looking for a Romana Pilates instructor in Austin and found so much more--a motivating, tough but kind instructor who was amazing at adapting to my continuously changing body and workout needs. If you want a great guide and Pilates workout this is the place!
— Chastity Lovely
It is a wonderful small studio. I just love Ben as a Pilates teacher. He is so knowledgeable and also so caring about his students. I would recommend anyone to come to this studio.
— Susan Gelber
I have been working out with Ben Martinez at Animo Pilates for over a year now and I am absolutely amazed by the results- I am stronger, fitter and far more able to sustain other physical activities without pesky muscle injuries! He was able to tailor our sessions to address problem areas.
Ben is a knowledgeable, patient instructor and he makes it fun!