Exciting News: Bella Spa & Pilates on Plains Are Coming Together!
Big things are happening on Plains Road and I am so excited to finally share them with you.
We are bringing together two beautiful spaces — Bella Spa and Pilates on Plains — to create one welcoming home for movement, recovery, and self care. Think of it as the best of both worlds. A place where you can strengthen your body through Pilates and then step directly into the spa for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation.
Why we are joining the spa and studio
Wellness is so much more than what happens on the mat or reformer. It is also how you take care of your body and mind outside of class. By bringing the spa and studio together under one roof, we are creating a seamless experience where movement, healing, and self care support each other.
Pilates on Plains offers mindful movement designed to strengthen your core, improve flexibility, and help you move with ease.
Bella Spa offers facials, massages, and treatments that nourish your skin, soothe your body, and help you feel your best.
Together, they create the perfect balance of work and rest.
Renovations are underway
We are transforming the space into a warm, modern, and restorative environment. You can expect a bright studio filled with natural light, refreshed design elements, cozy corners, and upgraded treatment rooms designed to make you feel cared for the moment you walk in.
Every detail is being created with you in mind. This is not just a spa or a Pilates studio. It is a community space built for health, connection, and meaningful self care.
Membership and early opportunities
As we bring everything together, we will be offering special opportunities for those who want to be part of this new chapter. One of them is our all you can play membership, which gives you full access to Pilates classes so you can build strength, mobility, and confidence as often as you would like.
Members will also receive early access to spa perks and event invitations as we open the new space.
Stay connected
We will be sharing behind the scenes updates, sneak peeks, and a few fun surprises along the way. You can follow along here on the blog and on our social pages so you never miss an update.
Bella Spa and Pilates on Plains are coming together to offer more than classes and treatments. We are building a destination for balance, joy, community, and connection.
We cannot wait to welcome you into the new space. Until then, stay tuned and get ready for a whole new way to put yourself first.
Behind the Scenes at Pilates on Plains: The Road to Opening Day
If you have ever walked into a brand new Pilates studio and thought, “Wow, this looks so effortless,” let me assure you… it is anything but effortless. Opening Pilates on Plains has been a whirlwind of planning, paperwork, creativity, teamwork, and a few personal adventures tucked in between.
**The City Hall shuffle
(with a little help from Tank)**
We are almost through the approval process at City Hall, with just a few more steps before everything is official. I will say this much. Tank, our unofficial mascot, has been the star of the show. He joined me on one of my visits and charmed absolutely everyone. He left with a belly full of treats and enough attention to last him a week. I am convinced he is our secret weapon in charm based negotiations.
Building the dream team
One of the most exciting parts of this journey has been finding the right people to bring Pilates on Plains to life. I did not just want instructors. I wanted warm, engaged, uplifting people who make clients feel instantly at home. And that is exactly who we have.
• A precision guru who knows anatomy inside out and will have you feeling muscles you did not know existed
• A creative flow artist who brings energy and fun into every class
• A gentle encourager who supports beginners and post rehab clients with patience and confidence
• And our soon to be mama, Jade, who will be back in the studio with her trademark positivity after her little Pilates prodigy arrives
Beyond our instructor team, we have two amazing spa technicians who work nonstop, smile nonstop, and bring so much joy into the space.
And then there is Shelley. I would not be close to where I am without her. She is the creative mind behind everything you see. She designed our website, creates our Instagram posts, makes us all look polished on camera, and somehow turned my scattered ideas into a logo I absolutely love. Stay tuned. The swag is coming.
Picture perfect moments
Our photo shoot with the ever talented Shelley was a highlight. No wardrobe changes. No fuss. Just us as we are, putting our best bare feet forward. We laughed, we posed, and we captured the heart of what Pilates on Plains will be. Connection, energy, and a warm welcome for every person who walks through the door.
A little recharge before the big push
I managed to sneak away for a short visit to one of my favourite places, Saratoga, during race season. Sunshine, horses, and a little bit of quiet before heading into the final stretch of studio prep. It was exactly what I needed.
It takes a village
They say it takes a village, and I could not agree more. Friends, family, and our soon to be Pilates community have shown up with encouragement, support, and love at every turn. This studio is being built with all of us in it.
As we count down to opening day, know that behind every reformer, every class, and every smile is a whole lot of heart and a whole lot of behind the scenes hustle. I cannot wait to welcome you in and share it all with you.
xo
Marion.
Why I built Pilates on Plains (and Why It’s For You Too)
If you had told me twenty years ago that I would one day open a Pilates studio, I would have laughed… and then probably reached for my lower back. Because that is where it all began, with persistent, nagging discomfort that no amount of stretching or quick fixes seemed to improve.
I stumbled into Pilates before Pilates was even cool. Before curated playlists, eucalyptus towels, and boutique studios, it was just me, a reformer, and my instructor Crystal, who showed me how to move with intention. It was not easy, but it worked. It helped me in ways nothing else ever had, and I was hooked.
Ever since then, I have been committed to living well from the inside out. Health has never meant perfection to me. It means feeling strong in my body, calm in my mind, and energized for the life I want to live. I want to garden without wincing when I stand up. I want to keep up with my granddaughters. And I want to help you feel that way too.
Pilates on Plains is more than a studio. It is a space built on connection, encouragement, and the belief that you can feel better at any age and in any season of life. Whether you are here to move without discomfort, to challenge yourself, or to finally carve out time that is just for you, you belong here.
It does not matter if you are in high school or retired. We all want to feel our best and look our best. That desire does not have an age limit.
And on that note, we also have a spa. Yes, really. Glowing skin, relaxed muscles, and quiet moments of self care are part of the wellness equation too. They help you show up feeling refreshed, restored, and ready for whatever life calls you to do next.
So welcome to our beautiful new space. Take a breath. Take a class. Take a moment to check in with yourself. We are here when you are ready.
Peace, planks, and pedicures,
Marion
P.S. We are just getting started. Keep an eye on our Instagram and check back here every Monday for a little dose of health, happiness, and helpful tips to live well, on and off the reformer.