Best studios for building strength in the Netherlands

The Netherlands has one of Europe's most developed boutique pilates markets, with Amsterdam alone hosting multiple high-quality reformer and power pilates studios and options in Haarlem, The Hague, and Delft serving members beyond the capital. This ranking covers 10 studios across the Netherlands, drawn from an analysis of 101,391 verified ClassPass member reviews collected between January 2025 and February 2026. From Amsterdam classics like PLTS Jordaan and Studio 191 De Pijp to Haarlem gems andNow Pilates and The Pilates Concept, these studios represent the country's most consistent strength-building destinations.

Studios were ranked using a composite score that weights average theme rating (60%), volume of strength-relevant reviews (25%), and overall review volume (15%). Only studios with a minimum threshold of theme-relevant reviews were included in this research.

The Netherlands' top-ranked studios for building strength

From the Jordaan to De Pijp, Haarlem to The Hague and Delft, these Netherlands studios have earned their rankings through instructors who know how to build strength and members who keep coming back for results.

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    PLTS Jordaan, Amsterdam

    • 4.7
    • 27,077 reviews

    PLTS Jordaan is Amsterdam's most reviewed strength-focused pilates studio and earns its top ranking on the consistent quality of instructors who make the reformer feel accessible without diluting the challenge. Set in the city's most charming neighborhood, the studio combines a location that makes the trip worthwhile with coaching that leaves members feeling their abs in new places and genuinely excited to come back.

    For Netherlands members looking for reformer pilates with the depth of review data to back up its reputation, PLTS Jordaan is the most battle-tested option in the country, with instructors praised equally by intimidated first-timers and experienced practitioners who've tried studios across the city.

    "[Instructor] is my favourite reformer instructor yet. So welcoming from the start, bright and warm, and makes what could be intimidating not so. An intense class but really loved it, and feeling aches deeper in my abs than ever before!"
    "As a beginner with almost no strength, I enjoyed this class so much. [Instructor] really motivated the whole class to keep going. Any personal advice during the exercises is done off mic, which I personally prefer."
    "[Instructor] is great. Always amazing energy, nice challenge and attentive to everyone's needs. One of the best pilates classes in Amsterdam!"
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    HAVEN, Amsterdam

    • 4.9
    • 6,327 reviews

    HAVEN in Amsterdam earns its name with a studio experience that genuinely delivers the feeling of sanctuary: after morning pilates, members can sit on the balcony with a cup of tea and listen to the wind through the trees. The instructors bring precision to posture corrections and attentiveness to every class, and the Pilates Sculpt format activates the whole body with high-intensity work that contrasts beautifully with the studio's calm surroundings.

    For Amsterdam members who want strength-building pilates that's technically excellent and genuinely restorative, HAVEN offers a combination that's hard to find elsewhere in the Netherlands, with reviews that consistently describe it as one of the best in the city.

    "This is honestly one of the best pilates classes I have had in Amsterdam. You can feel that the teacher is really experienced."
    "[Instructor] is a terrific pilates instructor. I love the morning sessions. Post session you can sit on their balcony with a cup of tea and listen to the wind rustling through the trees. It really is the whole package."
    "[Instructor] is precise in her guidance and always attentive to posture corrections, all while maintaining a great vibe throughout the class. I left both sessions feeling strong and energized."
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    When Nature Calls, Amsterdam

    • 4.9
    • 6,183 reviews

    When Nature Calls in Amsterdam brings a unique wellness philosophy to pilates: instructors like [Instructor] are praised for spicy, engaging classes that keep even non-pilates fans fully motivated, and the studio pairs strength-building movement with a community and ritual-focused atmosphere unlike any other option in the Netherlands.

    For Amsterdam members who want pilates instruction that's both technically demanding and genuinely engaging, When Nature Calls delivers a class experience with real personality, memorable instructors, and an approach to building strength that feels distinct from every other studio in the city.

    "Love this class! I'm usually not the biggest fan of plain old pilates but [Instructor] always manages to keep me engaged and motivated. I love her spicy classes!"
    "[Instructor] was incredible, I've never done pilates before and the class was challenging but she also gave so many other options for beginners! Couldn't recommend more!!"
    "Great teacher who got me out of my head and moving in a focused, strong flow."
  4. 4

    andNow Pilates, Haarlem

    • 4.9
    • 2,737 reviews

    andNow Pilates in Haarlem has built a devoted local following for reformer instruction where individual attention is not a bonus but a baseline. Instructors constantly check and assist throughout class, helping members notice they're getting stronger with each session, and the studio's calm aesthetic, radiating peace and attention, makes every visit feel like a deliberate choice to invest in yourself.

    For members in Haarlem and the surrounding areas building strength through reformer pilates, andNow's combination of highly personalized coaching and a studio environment that radiates calm makes it one of the most compelling pilates destinations outside Amsterdam.

    "The instructors are amazing, calm and very helpful. They check and assist constantly which means you are really getting the most out of the session."
    "My body feels more in balance and I feel myself getting fitter and stronger with each class. The team is very skilled and gives a lot of individual and personal attention during the classes."
    "[Instructor] was great! Very clear and calm guidance, nice to try reformer pilates as a first-timer and would recommend it further!"
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    Studio 191 De Pijp, Amsterdam

    • 4.3
    • 34,957 reviews

    Studio 191 in De Pijp is the Netherlands' highest-volume strength-focused pilates studio, with more building-strength reviews than any other option on this list. Power pilates here is described as real pilates: instructors provide hands-on adjustments, focus on breath synchronization as a genuine tool, and build sequences where shaking and sweating are just evidence that the work is doing what it should.

    For Amsterdam members who want a high-volume studio with instructors who genuinely know pilates technique and deliver it with hands-on care, Studio 191 De Pijp's track record across 34,957 reviews makes it the Netherlands' most battle-tested strength option.

    "I really like the adjustments. It feels like REAL pilates rather than just chasing a temporary burn. My inner thighs were cursing all of you last week."
    "This was really POWER pilates! I am so grateful for [Instructor]'s constant breath cues. For the first time in quite a while I managed to sync my breathing to my moves."
    "Absolutely loved this class with [Instructor]! I left feeling so strong and as if I did a real workout! She is very hands-on in the class especially if you need adjustments."
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    ECLAIR Reformer, The Hague

    • 4.6
    • 7,548 reviews

    ECLAIR Reformer in The Hague is the top strength destination for Netherlands members outside Amsterdam, with instructors who balance humor with clear direction and a studio that's consistently described as beautiful and immaculately clean. First-timers are welcomed with thorough reformer introductions, and the classes are built around core fire and genuine whole-body challenge.

    For members in The Hague building strength through reformer pilates, ECLAIR delivers consistently high coaching quality in a setting that makes the experience feel premium from arrival to the final stretch.

    "Always core on fire with [Instructor], thank you!"
    "It was my first time trying reformer pilates and I loved it. [Instructor] was very nice and helped me a lot, informing me how to use the machine and teaching me proper form. Overall, top experience and can't wait to be back!"
    "This was my first reformer class ever and it was so good. [Instructor] was very affirming and clear in her directions. She helped us individually. Her class was really intense, so I left feeling really strong!"
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    Upclub ROW and RIDE, Amsterdam

    • 5.0
    • 8,269 reviews

    Upclub's RIDE and RISE class splits the session 50/50 between cycling for endurance and bench-based strength work, creating one of the most genuinely balanced cardio-plus-strength formats available in the Netherlands. Performance data is visible on-screen, races and power intervals make the cycling section more than just spinning, and the strength exercises are built around making the body work as a whole unit.

    For Amsterdam members who want to build strength and cardiovascular capacity in the same session, Upclub's approach to combining both with performance tracking and exceptional instructor energy is a compelling alternative to pilates-only strength training.

    "Finally, a cycling workout that actually trains your whole body. The session is split 50/50: half on the bike, half on the bench, so you're not just spinning the whole time. Amazing trainer! Lovely staff!"
    "Sooo intense, so good. Insane cardio and endurance on the bike. [Instructor] was sweet and helped me with all the weight exercises. Will come back."
    "Great class! Great combo of cardio and strength, the instructor gives really helpful guidance. I'll be back!"
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    PT Studio 7, Amsterdam

    • 5.0
    • 2,013 reviews

    PT Studio 7 in Amsterdam runs classes of five reformers maximum, creating what members consistently describe as something approaching a private training session. Instructors provide constant individual attention and form corrections, and the classical reformer approach means every session builds on the previous one with clear progression.

    For Amsterdam members who want reformer pilates where the instructor genuinely knows how each person is moving and can guide them accordingly, PT Studio 7's intimate format delivers a quality of attention that larger studios simply cannot match, with a beautiful space and views over the Museumplein as a bonus.

    "Only 5 reformers in the room so you get all the attention and corrections from the teacher, which is great!"
    "Absolutely love the classes with [Instructor]. They are almost private and I really enjoy the attention and focus on my correct form. I am becoming stronger and stronger with each class."
    "Lovely small studio with gorgeous wooden reformers. We were just two in the class so it felt like a personal training session with so much individual attention. Really good classical reformer class that hit the whole body."
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    Studio 015, Delft

    • 5.0
    • 3,665 reviews

    Studio 015 in Delft takes reformer pilates back to its fundamentals, with instructors who teach participants to use muscles they didn't know they had by emphasizing precise form and proper application of each movement. Members who've tried studios across the Netherlands consistently note that the muscles work more effectively here than anywhere else they've been, a testament to the quality of foundational instruction.

    For Netherlands members outside Amsterdam, Studio 015 Delft offers a genuinely excellent reformer experience that rivals the best in the country, with coaching focused on building the kind of deep, functional strength that comes from doing the basics with precision.

    "I've tried many pilates studios, but I've never felt my muscles work as well as I do here. The instructor was also excellent at explaining the exercises and helping me correct my form."
    "It was such an amazing class! My core is burning! Thanks [Instructor] for the amazing class."
    "Good first class! Really enjoyed the workout. It was a bit intense for my muscles, but the instructor was helpful and kind. Will definitely come again."
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    The Pilates Concept, Haarlem

    • 5.0
    • 2,615 reviews

    The Pilates Concept in Haarlem is described by members as the best pilates in and around Haarlem, with instructors who keep the flow going while making core engagement feel like something to celebrate rather than endure. The studio is beautiful and spotlessly clean, and the essential pilates classes build strength through proper technique rather than volume, with instructors who genuinely teach rather than just lead.

    For Haarlem members and those traveling from nearby, The Pilates Concept's combination of excellent instruction, a unique and beautiful studio, and a class format that builds strength through precision makes it one of the Netherlands' most distinctive pilates destinations outside Amsterdam.

    "The best pilates in and around Haarlem! [Instructor] is excellent, venue is amazing."
    "[Instructor] really keeps the flow going in the exercises and I really felt my core set on fire! The best feeling ever. Also the space is so beautiful and super clean! Definitely recommend for the best classes in the most unique studio!"
    "[Instructor] has noticed significant improvements in my strength, flexibility and overall wellbeing, and I leave class feeling always refreshed, energised and motivated."

Rankings are based on an analysis of 101,391 verified member reviews collected between January 2025 and February 2026. Each studio's score reflects its average rating within the 'building strength' category, weighted by review volume and consistency. Only studios with a minimum threshold of theme-relevant reviews were included in this research.

FAQ

What neighborhoods in Amsterdam have the best strength studios?

The Jordaan tops the list with PLTS Jordaan, De Pijp is home to Studio 191 with the country's highest strength-review volume, and the Museumplein area has the intimate PT Studio 7. HAVEN is also centrally located. For members outside Amsterdam, andNow Pilates and The Pilates Concept in Haarlem are both exceptional, and ECLAIR Reformer in The Hague serves the western Netherlands well.

How does power pilates at Studio 191 differ from classical reformer pilates?

Power pilates at Studio 191 De Pijp emphasizes a more intense, strength-focused sequence than classical reformer, with hands-on adjustments and breath synchronization as core teaching tools. Classical reformer at studios like PT Studio 7 and andNow Pilates focuses more on foundational technique and individual progression. Both build genuine strength, but through different experiences and pacing.

Are Netherlands pilates studios suitable for Dutch-speaking members only?

No, most Amsterdam studios cater to an international clientele and instruct in English as well as Dutch. PT Studio 7, PLTS Jordaan, HAVEN, and When Nature Calls all have English-language instruction available or by default, making them accessible to expats and international visitors throughout the Netherlands.

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Rank Studio Rating Reviews
1 PLTS Jordaan, Amsterdam 4.74 27077
2 HAVEN, Amsterdam 4.95 6327
3 When Nature Calls, Amsterdam 4.94 6183
4 andNow Pilates, Haarlem 4.94 2737
5 Studio 191 De Pijp, Amsterdam 4.32 34957
6 ECLAIR Reformer, The Hague 4.65 7548
7 Upclub ROW and RIDE, Amsterdam 5 8269
8 PT Studio 7, Amsterdam 5 2013
9 Studio 015, Delft 5 3665
10 The Pilates Concept, Haarlem 5 2615