Mat Pilates classes in NYC begin on the recovery floor at Apollo House, our Flatiron studio at 873 Broadway. The work is low-impact. You leave with strength you can feel.
Here, movement is measured the way longevity medicine measures everything else. Apollo House offers Pilates as part of how you maintain your body, not a one-off workout.
What Is Mat Pilates?
Mat Pilates is a low-impact exercise method that builds core strength, flexibility, and balance through controlled movements performed on a floor mat. It uses your body weight and small props instead of machines. Each sequence pairs intentional breathing with precise muscle engagement to improve posture, stability, and overall body awareness.
The method suits every level. Beginners learn the foundational positions. Experienced movers add load and tempo.
Controlled breathwork anchors every Pilates sequence.
That breathwork steadies your deep core, the muscles that wrap your spine and pelvis.
A strong core then protects your lower back, so daily movement feels easier.
Inside the Apollo House Pilates Class
Every Sunday class follows the same simple format.
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Class type | Mat Pilates, all levels |
| Duration | 45 minutes |
| Schedule | Sundays at 10:00 AM |
| Class size | Capped at 20 people |
| Location | Gym floor downstairs at Apollo House, 873 Broadway |
| Provided | Mat, ball, block, resistance bands, and small free-weights |
The 20-person cap keeps the room small on purpose. Your instructor sees your form and adjusts it in real time. That is hard to find in a packed studio.
Your Instructor, Rebecca Sorkin
Pilates Instructor
Your Sunday class is led by Rebecca Sorkin. Born and raised in New York, Rebecca believes fitness and wellness should be intentional and empowering. She sees Pilates as more than just movement. It is an opportunity to build strength, confidence, community, and a deeper connection to your body.
Spa and Sauna Access After Every Class
Most classes end when you walk out the door. This one ends in the spa and sauna.
Your class includes 45 minutes on the recovery floor afterward. You move from the mat straight into heat, cold, and water therapy.
Recovery amenities included after class:
- Barrel saunas and a red-light sauna
- Salt sauna for halotherapy, dry salt-air therapy
- Steam room
- Cold plunge
- Jacuzzi
- Showers and quiet relaxation spaces
Heat opens your circulation. The cold plunge then tightens it back. That contrast is recovery you feel by Monday.
Benefits of Mat Pilates
Core Strength and a Stable Spine
Stop bracing through every lift and twist. Mat Pilates strengthens your deep core, the muscles that stabilize your spine, so everyday motion stops feeling risky.
Better Posture for Desk-Bound Days
You sit through back-to-back meetings near Union Square. Hours at a screen round your shoulders forward. Pilates retrains the postural muscles that pull them back.
Flexibility Without the Strain
Tight hips and hamstrings make every workout harder. Mat Pilates lengthens those muscles through slow, controlled range of motion. You gain mobility without the joint strain of high-impact training.
Balance and Body Awareness
Small stabilizing muscles fade when you stop challenging them. Each Pilates sequence wakes them up. Sharper balance follows, along with the body awareness that prevents stumbles.
Low-Impact, High-Return
You leave energized, not wrecked. Mat Pilates loads your muscles without pounding your joints. That keeps it sustainable week after week, the way a longevity routine should be.
What to Expect on Sunday Morning
Here is how a Sunday session runs at Apollo House.
- Arrive a few minutes early. Check in on the gym floor downstairs. Your mat and props are set out and ready.
- Move for 45 minutes. Your instructor guides the full mat sequence and scales each exercise to your level.
- Recover in the spa. Spend 45 minutes across the saunas, steam room, cold plunge, and jacuzzi.
Class Details and Pricing
One flat rate covers the class and the spa.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mat Pilates class | $40 per class |
| Class length | 45 minutes |
| Spa and sauna access after class | 45 minutes, included |
| When | Sundays at 10:00 AM |
| Where | Apollo House, 873 Broadway, New York, NY 10010 |
That single $40 covers both the class and your spa time. No membership is required to join a Sunday session.
Common Questions About Mat Pilates
Is this class good for beginners?
Yes. The Sunday class welcomes all levels. Your instructor scales each movement, so newcomers and seasoned movers work side by side.
What should I bring?
Bring water and comfortable clothing. Apollo House provides the mat, ball, block, resistance bands, and small free-weights. You just show up ready to move.
How long is the class?
The class runs 45 minutes. You then get 45 minutes of spa access afterward. Plan for about 90 minutes on site.
What is included in the spa and sauna access?
Your class includes the barrel saunas, red-light sauna, salt sauna, steam room, cold plunge, jacuzzi, and showers. Quiet relaxation spaces are open too.
Do I need a membership?
No. Each Sunday Pilates class is $40 on its own. Membership is not required to attend.
Where in Manhattan is the class held?
Apollo House sits at 873 Broadway in the Flatiron District. The gym floor downstairs hosts the mat Pilates class. Nearby, the 6, N, Q, R, and W trains all stop within a short walk.
How often should I take Pilates?
Once a week builds a steady base. Many regulars pair the Sunday class with the recovery gym midweek. Consistency matters more than intensity.
Join Sunday morning mat Pilates on Apollo House’s Flatiron floor, then let the spa do the rest.
Connect with Apollo House to design a personalized treatment plan tailored specifically to your biology and lifestyle goals.
