Mongoose Bodyworks

I started with Mongoose because of a Unilocal deal a couple of months ago, but I’ve stayed with them because their classes and private sessions (especially with Cathy) are very good. It’s a tiny studio and that means you get real personal attention even in the classes (which are never larger than 4 people).

I have been taking Pilates private sessions at Mongoose for 2 years. I have tried a few other studios in Soho and while I had no major issues about the other places, Mongoose is the only place I have been loyal to so far! Indeed, from my experience, Mongoose provides a great environment for practicing Pilates with high-​quality instructors.
Mongoose is very small (one Cadillac/​3 reformers/​one chair — all the props you can think of!!) and quiet studio (while right on Broadway). It is both a great place to start Pilates (as a beginner, I have never felt intimidated by this new practice and all the apparatus) and to improve/​develop your technique at your own pace.
Sessions are really personalized and tailored to your needs (at the start of the session, instructors ask you if you have specific requests — I have had sessions where I mostly focused on my shoulders to improve tightness). When I take private sessions, I am either on my own with the instructor or there is another private session at the same time in the studio. I feel that I am given a lot of attention and that I can really focus on the work without being distracted.
Having taken Pilates private sessions in other studios in the US and abroad, I have found that the quality of the training provided in this studio was very high and I have always been complimented on my technique!
All instructors I have had have always been very nice and friendly and the owner Halle is always very responsive to all my email questions/​requests.
The prices are similar to what you will find in NYC. In addition to Pilates private sessions, I am aware the studio offers small group classes as well.
Highly recommended!

I used to go to Mongoose often when I lived in the area and after moving away and trying other studios– I have to say Mongoose was really top-​notch. I did small group and private sessions throughout my time there and always had a great experience and really saw the results. I wish I was still in the neighborhood!

After having done Pilates mat classes for two years I wanted to try working with the equipment and purchased a Groupon for Mongoose based on the strength of their Unilocal reviews. As I expected, my experience with this studio was GREAT. I worked with three different instructors — Laura, Susana, and Anna — each of whom had her own style of teaching, and each of whom was terrific. I am now trying to figure out if my schedule will work with their group classes and my wallet will support more private lessons, as I can tell being a regular Mongoose customer would make me very happy — and much healthier too!

My first ever Pilates session so I decided to go for a one-​on-​one with Laura. She was great! I was a little nervous about not being able to do a lot of the movements as a first-​timer, but Laura was able to adjust the weight or provided me with a beginner’s version for some of the more intense moves.
It was just her & I in the studio at my 7pm session so there were no distractions & it was nice to have the whole space to ourselves. The space is small (max 4 for group classes), which I love. They have all the equipment needed but in a cozy, comfortable environment. This way you also know you’re paying for the expertise lessons vs. the over-​the-​top fancy studio.
I’m already feeling the burn this morning! Definitely coming back for a 2^nd private with Laura.

I absolutely love Mongoose!
I have been practicing pilates mat for a few years, but had always been a little intimidated by the reformer and cadillac classes. I decided to make the jump in order to get in shape for my wedding.
I was delighted to find that the studio is small and cozy, unlike the pilates rooms I had seen in my prior gyms and studios. Group classes are small so the instructors really pay attention to what everyone is doing, making sure you are doing the exercises correctly and that you are not coasting. Since I liked the sessions so much, I decided to sign up for individual sessions.
I have worked with several instructors and they have all been great. My favorite so far is Susana. The sessions are intense but at the end I feel so much lighter, flexible and relaxed! The results in just a few months have been amazing. My body has noticeably toned and more strong.

I have only taken class with Ashley — group and private. She is absolutely awesome. I am a yoga instructor myself so am selective with my trainers.
The owner is very responsive via email about bookings. Studio is well located in SoHo while being distanced from the hubbub of the street since it’s on the 9^th floor. Highly recommend!

I highly recommend Mongoose for expert pilates instruction, particularly the owner, Halle. I’ve tried other pilates instructors and Halle is by the far the best. Her attention to detail and personalized attention to your specific body alignment and needs made me see and feel results after just my first session! She’s wonderful!

I love, love, love mongoose bodyworks and rave about this studio all the time. I sought out pilates instruction after being treated for psoas tendonitis at the recommendation of my chiropractor.
The instructors at Mongoose bodyworks are incredibly knowledgeable and have taught me exercises in pelvic stablization and core strengthening that have been so beneficial in the management of my injury. I have been under private instruction with Mongoose studio for a little over a year and intend to continue to make them an integral part of my health maintenance.

My regular pilates instructor was sick the week before my wedding, so I booked a session at Mongoose. I worked with Jessica & really got a great workout. Ask for her!