LOAD is a strength-first reformer studio based in Old Street. Every session is grounded in the principles of strength and delivered by the best trainers in the industry. This is not Pilates - this is strength training on a reformer.
With just six reformers and one trainer, at LOAD we are able to tailor each sessions to meet our clients' goals and needs. Our trainers ensures every move is purposeful, and every client is coached with care so you dont leave feeling unsatisfied.
Our team will help you maximise your potential each time you step into the studio by correcting your form, providing progressions and regressions, adjusting your springs, and most importantly, getting to know you so that they can support you in achieving your goals.
If you have never been to LOAD before, we strongly encourage you to start with our fundamentals sessions to build a strong foundation before progressing to our signature sessions.
Prefer a private session to begin with? Please enquire below for more information.
email usWe don’t have front-of-house at our Old Street studio, so we recommend arriving around 10 minutes before your first session. This gives you time to get settled, familiarise yourself with the space, and meet your trainer. They’ll check you in, guide you through an induction, and get you ready for the reformer.
For your safety, once the session has started and the studio door is closed, we’re not able to let anyone join in. We want to make sure you get the full benefit of your workout without risk of injury. Please note that if you miss the session, it will still be charged.
Our Old Street studio doesn’t have changing rooms, so it’s best to arrive ready to work out. There is a toilet available if you need it.
Grip socks are required for all classes—they’ll keep you safe and supported throughout your session. You’re welcome to bring your own, or you can grab a pair of LOAD reformer socks at the studio for £15. They’re designed with extra support and compression to keep you moving comfortably.
We don’t have a water fountain at the studio, so we recommend bringing a filled water bottle with you. If you forget, bottled water is available to purchase at the studio for £2.
Our sessions are rooted in strength training and designed to challenge your body in different ways. You’ll be working with dumbbells ranging from 2kg–22kg, plus rings, jumpboards, extended platforms, and boxes—all on the reformer.
Every class ends with a few minutes of purposeful recovery, giving your mind a reset and your body the chance to restore. To leave you feeling refreshed, your trainer will also offer you an aromatic, pre-infused cold towel before you head out.
At Old Street, you’ll find lockers and a toilet for your use. While we don’t have showers in the studio, you’re welcome to use the showers at énergie Fitness, conveniently located in the basement.
