Authentic Pilates
He created it.
We teach it.
8 Pilates was Kuala Lumpur’s first Authentic Pilates studio.
This is the true form of Pilates as created by Joseph Pilates himself. He passed it on to his protégée Romana Kryzanowska, who taught Cynthia Lochard, who taught Sophia Oh.
From the original Bangsar studio, students discovered how Pilates could move their bodies in a new, controlled way, strengthening the core, improving posture and helping with aches and pains.
Your Instructor
Sophia Oh
Trained overseas and certified to the highest international standard, Sophia can draw upon the entire Pilates method of hundreds of exercises to meet your specific exercise goals.
With over 1,200 hours of training, continuing annual training and teaching experience in Sydney, Oxford, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, Sophia has helped people improve strength, flexibility, control, balance and posture.
Lessons were tailored to each student's individual needs and ability.
Client experiences
Testimonials
“Since starting Pilates with Sophia in the Sydney studio, it became part of my everyday life. Sophia is a very caring teacher and took note of my ability level and health issues to make sure I got the most out of the classes.”
Denise Lacey, Sydney
“My doctor told me to try Pilates to help fix my back pain, which is how I met Sophia and it literally changed my life forever. Pilates fixed my body and I feel amazing.”
Dennis Carter, Oxford
“Sophia was excellent at motivating us to improve our ability whilst being careful to ensure we were moving correctly in a healthy way. After each class I felt I'd had a very good workout.”
Naomi Orrey, Oxford
The Studio
Original apparatus. Thoughtful movement.
The historic Bangsar studio was set in a peaceful neighbourhood, with parking outside.
The studio used Gratz machines – the original Pilates apparatus since 1929, endorsed by Joseph Pilates himself. These allow exercises and stretches designed to develop strength, mobility and control.
Reformer
Spring resistance.
Cadillac
Support and progression.
Wunda Chair
Strength and balance.
Ladder Barrel
Flexibility and control.
Rates
Private and mat Pilates
The former website advertised the following packages. They are retained here for reference, but have not been verified with the studio's current operator.
Private sessions
1 session
RM 250
Single lesson- Personalised workout
- Machines included
10 sessions
RM 2,000
RM 200 per session- Personalised workouts
- Use within 3 months
20 sessions
RM 3,800
RM 190 per session- Personalised workouts
- Use within 6 months
30 sessions
RM 5,400
RM 180 per session- Personalised workouts
- Use within 12 months
Mat classes
1 class
RM 50
Single group lesson- 2–6 people
10 classes
RM 450
RM 45 per class- 2–6 people
- Use within 3 months
20 classes
RM 900
RM 45 per class- 2–6 people
- Use within 6 months
30 classes
RM 1,350
RM 45 per class- 2–6 people
- Use within 9 months
Location
8 Pilates, Kuala Lumpur
The original studio was located at 8 Jalan Terasek 7, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur.
Important: The website states that the studio is now run by Chiu Yen in Damansara Heights. Please confirm the current address when arranging a lesson.
View original location on Google Maps ↗Contact
Arrange a lesson
The live website advises that the studio is now run by Chiu Yen in Damansara Heights.
For new bookings and up-to-date studio details, use the telephone number published on the website.
Call +60 16 448 78968 Pilates on Facebook ↗Send an enquiry
Use this form for general website enquiries. For current class availability, please call the studio using the number alongside.
Historic contact: WhatsApp Sophia ↗