Balance Pilates Cashmere is a private Pilates studio at 131 Hackthorne Road, perched on the Port Hills above Christchurch and the Southern Alps. The studio has been open since 2017, and the website says it offers clinical Pilates, private Pilates, and group reformer classes. Services include a one-on-one initial introduction for every new client, using a pre-exercise questionnaire, and classes such as Mindful Movers, Foundation, Open Level and Jumpboard. The website says the instructors support people recovering from injury, preparing for birth, going through menopause, or training for sport. Enquiries are answered on the same business day in most cases, and within 24 hours on weekdays.
Customers praise the instructors' knowledge and passion, and say the classes are a unique space with amazing mountain views. One reviewer said the workout is as good as the view. Clients who have come for a long time say the classes help their strength and confidence. Our pick in Cashmere for a reformer class with views over the city.