Who Privates Are For
Private sessions offer a level of personalization that group classes cannot. Whether you're new to Pilates, working around an injury, or looking to deepen your understanding of the method, one-on-one instruction creates space for focused attention and thoughtful progression.
They are particularly suited to:
What You Gain
A private session allows the work to be shaped around you. Every movement, progression, and adjustment is guided by your goals, your experience level, and the needs of your body.
Designed specifically for your body, your goals, and the practice you are building.
Around injury, post-surgical recovery, and chronic limitations — informed by training, refined by experience.
The repertoire, walked at your pace, with the quality only one-on-one work allows.
Private sessions also use Cadillac, Ladder Barrel, and Spine Corrector — apparatus reserved for one-on-one work, for a more complete expression of the method.
Your sessions, your schedule, your practice.
Investment
Private instruction is available through both individual sessions and ongoing packages. Current rates and availability are listed below for convenient online booking.
If you'd like help determining the right place to begin, we'd be glad to have a conversation about your goals and the practice you're looking to build.
Single Private
$110
One-on-one with your instructor, tailored entirely to your body, your goals, and your pace.
The fastest way to learn the work — and the most precise way to advance it. Ideal for new clients, those returning from injury, or anyone seeking focused attention on their practice.
The Private 3
$315
($105 per Session)
Three private sessions to use within 60 days.
Whether you are building a foundation before joining group classes, working through a specific limitation, or refining advanced technique — three sessions changes things. Best value for private training.
The Private 5
$518
($103.60 per Session)
Five private sessions to use over 90 days.
Enough time to establish a real rhythm with your instructor, track meaningful progress, and go deeper into the work than a single session allows. For the client who is serious about results.
The Private 10
$990
($99 per Session)
Ten sessions — the most comprehensive private training option at The Society.
Used over 120 days, this pack creates the conditions for genuine transformation. Best per-session value, and the preferred starting point for clients building toward teaching, recovering from injury, or mastering the classical method.
Your First Session
Your first private begins with a conversation — about your history, your goals, and anything your body is currently negotiating. From there, we observe how you move, identify what the work needs to attend to, and build an opening session along with a plan for what comes next.
You will leave with a clear sense of your starting point and the direction the practice is heading.
FAQs
Do I need Pilates experience before booking a private session?
No. Private sessions are one of the best ways to begin a Pilates practice and learn the method with personalized guidance.
Can private sessions help if I'm recovering from an injury?
How often should I schedule private sessions?
What apparatus are used during private sessions?
Can private sessions be combined with group classes?
Looking for information about cancellations, arrival times, or studio policies? Visit our Studio Etiquette page.
From those who practice here
Of all the workouts I’ve tried over the years, Pilates is the one I’ve stayed committed to consistently — and by far my favorite. It’s a form of movement I recommend to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, or size. Pilates helps build strength, balance, and flexibility in a way that supports long-term mobility and overall wellness.
I found Rick as an instructor five years ago and have followed him ever since. He is, without question, the most knowledgeable instructor I’ve worked with. He creates an environment that is welcoming to all levels, from beginners to advanced clients, while still challenging and encouraging each person in their individual growth.
What truly sets Rick apart is his ability to connect with clients in a way that feels personal and approachable. He uses his extensive experience to explain movement in ways that make sense for each individual, helping me eliminate the self-consciousness and doubts I once had about my own abilities. His passion, patience, and genuine investment in every client’s progress make him an exceptional instructor.
I am so excited about the upcoming opening of The Pilates Society AZ! Pilates has become a cornerstone of my routine, and the people connected with this new studio have played a big part in establishing that cornerstone. I have studied with many of the instructors that will be teaching here.
They are outstanding, patient, clear, and deeply skilled at guiding movements that protect my joints while pushing my limits. At 71 years old that piece of mind is priceless.
Since I started, my strength has grown, my balance has sharpened, and my agility has improved noticeably. I'm excited to keep training here for years to come!
Rick Suttle is an exceptional Pilates instructor whose passion, knowledge, and dedication shine through in every class. I have been taking his group Pilates classes and private lessons for the past three years, and the experience has been truly transformative.
His expertise in classical Pilates, combined with his background as a professional ballroom dancer, creates a teaching style that is both precise and inspiring. Rick has an incredible ability to help his clients build strength, improve posture, and move with greater confidence and grace.
I am so excited for the opening of The Pilates Society AZ and know it will be an amazing space for anyone looking to deepen their Pilates practice.
Begin With One Session
Whether you're starting Pilates for the first time or looking to deepen an existing practice, private instruction offers the most personalized path forward.