It's not Pilates, it's Lagree.
While Lagree and Pilates may seem similar at first glance, they were designed with very different goals in mind. Pilates was created as a restorative practice. Lagree, on the other hand, was developed as a high-efficiency workout combining strength training, cardio, and core work into a single, low-impact, high-intensity class. Using the Megaformer, Lagree challenges the body through constant tension and slow, controlled movements that deliver quick, visible results. Think of it as Pilates with strength training and cardio with more power, precision, and intensity.
Slow and Controlled Movements
Using constant tension and a unique 4-beat rhythm, the Lagree challenges your muscles with slow movements that avoid momentum, helping you develop strength, endurance, and toning faster than traditional workouts.
Efficiency for the Whole Body
In just 45 minutes, each Lagree class works your core, strength, cardio, balance, and flexibility...all at the same time. No need for separate workouts. This is optimized fitness.
Low impact, high intensity
The Lagree method was designed to be gentle on the joints while providing maximum muscle recruitment. It is safe, sustainable, and suitable for all fitness levels, yet it continues to challenge your limits to achieve real results.
The History of Lagree
The Lagree Method was created by fitness visionary Sebastien Lagree, a French bodybuilder who taught Pilates in Los Angeles. He noticed that many of his clients were heading straight to the gym after his class, and when asked why, they said they loved Pilates, but still felt the need to do strength training and cardio. Inspired to create a workout that could do all of these things in a single session, Sebastien developed a low-impact, high-intensity, and highly effective method. He even developed his own patented machine, the Megaformer, originally inspired by the Pilates reformer.
More than 25 years after its inception, the Lagree Method has become one of the most sought-after workouts in the world. It’s been named the fastest-growing fitness trend on ClassPass and continues to expand rapidly, with over 700 studios in over 45 countries. Loved by celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Meghan Markle, and Jennifer Aniston, as well as world-class athletes, Lagree has earned its reputation for delivering visible results fast. But it’s not just for the elite. Busy professionals, parents, and fitness enthusiasts around the world choose Lagree for its powerful, efficient, full-body workout that fits seamlessly into real life.