Our story

An intimate space in the heart of Amsterdam

Pillar is a boutique mat pilates and strength studio built around intention. We create a warm, community-driven space to build deep core strength, improve flexibility, and foster a mindful mind-body connection.

Our philosophy

By relying on deliberate, slow movements we eliminate shortcuts, making seemingly simple exercises a real physical challenge. Every movement demands focus, your body and mind remain active from start to finish.

Expect deep muscle activation, time under tension, mindful coordination, and tangible progress.

The space

A calm, light-filled studio designed to help you slow down and move with intention. Above all, we provide a safe space to nurture the body and calm the mind through breathwork and slow movement with expert guidance.

Liessanne, Founder

“Pilates was a game changer for me, one I wanted to share with like minded people.”

I began practicing Pilates during a challenging period in my life in search of peace of mind. Quickly I realised the extent to which I benefitted not just physically, but mentally from moving with intention. Growing stronger and building an awareness of how my mind and body worked together changed every aspect of my life for the better.

Almost a decade ago I started teaching in Amsterdam, and from there all over the world during my many travels. Gaining control within my body ultimately allowed me to move more freely, I want to help others experience that same freedom. Now based in the centre of Amsterdam, we’ve proudly created a space to do just that!

Liessanne, founder of PILLAR, in the studio

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