Carriage Notes
Movement history, method deep-dives, studio stories, and the small things that make a class click. Brewed in Atlanta, written for anyone who’s ever stepped onto a reformer.
Recent notes
Showing 1–9 of 9Juneteenth at The Studio: a little history, a vendor day, and a reading list
Juneteenth is Friday, June 19, 2026. Here is a short history, what is happening at both studios that day, our June 19 class pack…
Pride Month at The Studio: Pilates for Queer Bodies and a raffle for Lost-N-Found Youth
Two community classes, body-neutral and sliding scale, taught by Laura Caffrey, plus a raffle benefiting Lost-N-Found Youth Atlanta. Here is everything happening for Pride…
Joseph Pilates’ Pre-War Circus Life (1912–1914) | The Acrobat Who Became a Teacher:
Before Pilates became the global movement system we know today, it was part of something much bigger — a 19th-century fitness revolution across Europe.…
The Roots of Pilates: From European Gymnastics to Contrology
Before Pilates became the global movement system we know today, it was part of something much bigger — a 19th-century fitness revolution across Europe.…
Joseph Pilates and the Original Reformer | History of Leather Straps
Joseph Pilates, the founder of the Pilates method, designed a unique exercise apparatus known as the Universal Reformer. One distinctive feature of his original…
Our Intro Classes
Not sure where to start your journey into Pilates? Our Intro classes are the perfect place! We explain why they’re essential for newbies, so…
What is the Difference Between Pilates and Yoga
Ever wondered what the difference is between Pilates and Yoga? Both are great for fitness and relaxation, but there are some key differences that…
What is Pilates?
What’s all of the fuss about? What’s all the fuss about? After decades as the workout of the elite, Pilates has entered the fitness…
Get new notes in your inbox
One thoughtful Pilates read every other week. No spam, no sales push, unsubscribe in one click.
Studio Merch
See all merch →
Studio Vibes Festival Crop Tank
Pilates Lover Crop Tank
Varsity Racerback Crop
Tarot Tee
Tarot Tote
Things Will Work Out Crop Tank
Doing My Best Concert Tee
The Studio Retro Tee
Not Today Boxy Tee
The Studio Pocket Tee
The Studio Club Racerback
Good Vibes Club Tote
Things Will Work Out Tote
The Studio Emory Tote
Not Today Crop Tank
