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Welcome to The Mat Lab.

We are two boutique sister studios in the Glebe and Beechwood. The Mat Lab is your new home for mat Pilates + Yoga. We are intimate, cozy and never intimidating. New and seasoned movers welcome. 

We are affiliated to Glebe Pilates and Pilates on Beechwood and have a few membership options that include classes at all studios.

Where to Start?

Come try out your new home for mat pilates and yoga classes. For $99 enjoy 30 days of classes at either of our Mat Lab locations. Mats are provided. All our classes are room temperature.

Our Classes

  • PILATES

    CLASSICAL SERIES - Takes you through the original exercises as intended by JP.

    BEGINNER - This not just for beginners. Think of it as a space to fine tune the basics.

    FLOW - Our Flow classes let the music move you through transitions while staying true to the Pilates repertoire.

    BURN - Prepare to feel the burn and experience the pilates shake! We’ll burn out those small muscles you didn’t know you had through precise movements and controlled breathing.

    BEATS - A reinvention of the pilates practice. Think pilates and spin had a baby. The music is loud and fast, and the moves are in time with the tunes.

  • woman stretching on yoga matt

    YOGA

    YIN - Slow, meditative style of yoga that focuses on holding passive stretches for 3-5 minutes. This grounding practice targets connective tissues, joints and fascia and helps to increase flexibility and release tension.

    FLOW & LET GO - This class harmonizes activation and relaxation. Start with an energizing and dynamic flow and finish with a slow, meditative yin practice.

    VINYASA - A dynamic and fluid style of yoga that synchronizes breath with movement to create a flowing sequence of poses.

    POWER YOGA - Challenging poses and quick transitions designed to improve strength and endurance.

  • Women in Semi Private Pilates Class on Reformers

    YOGALATES

    YOGALATES - Our Yogalates class, is a harmonious fusion of yoga and Pilates that combines the best of both practices. In this class, you will experience the perfect balance between the strength, stability, and core engagement of Pilates, and the flexibility, mindfulness, and breathwork of yoga. You will flow through a series of movements that seamlessly integrate the precision and control of Pilates with the fluidity and mindfulness of yoga. Through a combination of mat exercises, you will strengthen your core, improve flexibility, enhance body awareness, and cultivate a sense of inner calm and balance. It’s a perfect marriage between two practices!

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  • "Got a membership as a gift and the classes are fantastic, the teachers are very knowledgeable and able to adapt to different skills/preferences. I’ve done several different reformer studios and this is hands down my favourite even though I live quite far. The customer service from Amy is above and beyond, I can’t recommend enough."

    — Arianna

  • "Absolutely the best Pilates reformer studio I've ever been too. The teachers are also nice and attentive and really know their stuff. The reformer equipment is top notch. The location is great. Love everything about this studio."

    Katral-Nada

  • "My first Pilates class in 12 years was wonderful. Karen has calm energy and a solid knowledge of anatomy. The Beginner practice was exactly what I wanted -- long, controlled exercises that focused on joint stabilizers and our deep abdominal core. Can't wait to go again!"

    — Lisa

  • "I can’t say enough good things about Amy and her studio. I was in quite bad shape coming in and Amy made me feel very welcomed and comfortable in her studio. I always leave class feeling better. Location is great too, great way to start the morning with Pilates and then over to Little Victories for a coffee"

    — Kate

  • "I am obsessed!!! I haven’t exercised in years and needed to get back to a fitness routine! Amy was so amazing she made sure my form was perfect and gave us lots of opportunity to either reduce or increase our resistance and difficulty. The studio is very clean and there’s a great vibe and everyone is very supportive. I will definitely be going back!!! If you need a community to support your fitness goals and want to have some fun while getting a great workout I would 100% recommend!!"

    — Kala

  • “After surgery, post-concussion and the “era shall not be named *cough 2020*”, I have become completely sedentary. The ladies at Glebe Pilates are amazing and are assisting me to reverse that to get back to my normal fitness levels, while being sure to accommodate any rest periods I need due to post concussion issues, or knee impact issues. Thank you for being so no nonsense but understanding.“

    — Serena

  • "So incredible that Ottawa has a reformer studio and an amazing one at that, now in the Glebe! Been waiting for this for so long! Pilates with the reformer has become an essential part of my fitness regimen. It makes me feel rejuvenated, strengthened and stretched with each and every session! Highly recommend!"

    — Tanya

  • "This studio is exactly what Ottawa needs! So happy to have this in town. Instructors are knowledgeable, great coaches and come with a fantastic combo of motivation and humour. Such a lovely space and phenomenal workout. Don’t let low impact trick you into thinking it won’t be hard! Hard, with accessibility for all. 🧡"

    — Hillory