Grand Opening at Escondido!

We’re Open! Charis Pilates Expands to Escondido, CA

We are thrilled to officially announce the opening of our brand-new Pilates studio in Escondido, California, located just off Del Lago Boulevard (92029). After months of planning, construction, and preparation, Charis Pilates Escondido opened its doors on April 12, 2025. This new location is the next exciting step in our mission to help more people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier.

Opening a second studio has been a labor of love—and a lot of sweat! From demolition and flooring to installing top-tier Pilates equipment and creating a warm, welcoming space, every decision intentional. Our goal has always been to offer more than just a workout. We’ve built a studio where people can find strength, support, and a sense of community.

We couldn’t have done it alone. This expansion wouldn’t have been possible without the generous help of dear friends who showed up every weekend, and the support of a wonderful property manager who has acted more like a partner in our success than just a landlord.

Now that we’re up and running, we’re proud to offer about 40 class sessions per week at our Escondido studio, with class sizes capped at just 10 clients. Our small-group model ensures personalized attention and a safe, challenging workout for every client—whether you’re brand new to Pilates or have years of experience.

As with our Poway location, all our instructors are fully certified and committed to excellence. Both studios are equipped with the same high-quality reformers and apparatuses, and members enjoy access to both locations with any of our membership packages.

Classes are already filling up, and we’re actively expanding our schedule to meet demand. We offer a wide variety of formats, including strength-focused reformer classes, flexibility sessions, and challenging cardio classes.

Personally, now that the Escondido studio is operating seven days a week, I’m getting back to my own workouts and spending time observing our instructors in action. I recently took my first cardio reformer class—it was no joke! Pilates has a way of humbling everyone. You can feel incredibly strong in one movement and suddenly struggle in the next. But that’s part of the beauty of it. There’s always room to grow, always something new to learn, and always a way to improve—whether you’re a man, woman, senior, athlete, or just getting started on your fitness journey.

We are so proud to serve the Escondido and Poway communities, and we can’t wait for you to experience the difference at Charis Pilates. If you’re in the area near Westfield North County Mall, come check us out and see how Pilates can transform your fitness and wellness.