Fletcher Pilates Apparatus & Advanced Training
Movement goes beyond the mat. Discover how the Reformer, Cadillac, and Spine Corrector can deepen your practice, improve alignment, and help you find strength through the Fletcher method.
Using a towel and a spine corrector, I am moving through a standing lateral flexion series. This is a great example of Fletcher Towelwork, which helps to open the sides of the body and improve posture.
This is a throwback to 2018, using the spine corrector for a deep back extension. This piece of equipment is incredible for mobilizing the spine and releasing tension after a long day.
During my first job as a Pilates trainer, I loved to play with acrobatic movements like this handstand on the ladder barrel. It was a way for me to keep my sanity and explore the full capabilities of my body.
Another angle of a handstand practice in the studio. Finding my balance upside down helped me stay grounded while I was learning to navigate the fitness world in India and adapt my teaching style.
The Pilates Reformer is an amazing piece of equipment. Here I am demonstrating a leg series that challenges core stability while strengthening the lower body.
A quiet evening practice on the spine corrector. This video shows a series of movements that focus on spinal articulation, moving through flexion and extension with control.
This is a powerful extension exercise on the Reformer with the long box. It is a fantastic way to open the chest and strengthen the entire back of the body, which can instantly lift your mood.
About this collection
People often ask if the equipment is 'harder' than mat work. It’s not really about difficulty—it’s about access. When I work on the Reformer or Cadillac, these pieces of apparatus give me the specific support I need to find a depth in my spine that gravity sometimes prevents on the floor.
My approach to apparatus work is deeply rooted in the Fletcher Pilates lineage. Unlike standard gym machines that treat exercises as simple sets and reps, the Fletcher method uses the Reformer, Cadillac, and Spine Corrector to provide sensory feedback. The springs aren't just there for resistance; they act as a guide for your breath and alignment. When I’m teaching at our studio in Koramangala, I’m not looking for perfect aesthetic form. I’m looking for that connection—the moment a student realizes that a movement can actually help them breathe easier or release tension they’ve been holding for years.
Whether we’re using the signature Fletcher Towelwork to open the shoulders or the Wunda Chair for deep stability, the goal is always the same: understanding your own body. It’s frustrating when we treat our bodies like machines that need constant 'fixing' or 'toning.' That’s not what we do here. We move to understand how to carry ourselves better in the real world, whether you’re a dancer, a desk worker, or someone working through an injury. If you’re curious about how these tools can change your relationship with your own movement, let's connect and find a rhythm that works for you.
Akshata Joshi
I’m Akshata, and while I started on the mat, my practice transformed the moment I stepped onto the apparatus. My goal is never to just push you through a workout, but to help you find those moments where your spine finally feels long and your breath reaches where it needs to.
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