aspilates.com

What It Is

AS Pilates is an online Pilates training platform created by Alexia Symes, positioning itself around “Effective Pilates Home Workouts for All Fitness Levels.” Based on the available content, it includes an online movement studio, The Pilates Course, ebooks, and customized one-on-one or duet sessions. The platform emphasizes core connection, mindful movement, functional training, and workouts that can be done at home.

Core Classes and Formats

The training focuses on Pilates, core strength, mobility, strength work, and rehabilitation-oriented exercise, with dedicated sections for prenatal and postnatal training. The online class library is organized by duration, such as 20, 30, and 60 minutes, making it suitable for different schedules. New classes are uploaded weekly. Beginners can start with the tutorials and pre/postnatal sections to learn proper form and necessary modifications. Most workouts can be done with bodyweight only, while intensity can be increased with a 9-inch/23cm Pilates soft ball, 1-2kg ankle weights, and light or medium resistance bands.

Instructors and Pricing

Founder Alexia Symes states that she has many years of dance experience and has been teaching full-time for over 14 years, with a method centered on Joseph Pilates’ techniques. The platform offers a 7-day free trial, after which it automatically converts to a monthly or annual subscription and renews accordingly, but the page does not disclose specific pricing. Pricing and scheduling for one-on-one and duet classes require direct inquiry. All subscriptions and ebooks are non-refundable.

Pros and Cons

The main advantages are its broad course coverage, with options for beginners, prenatal and postnatal users, rehabilitation, and strength development; flexible class lengths; weekly updates; clearly stated instructor experience; and a free trial. The drawbacks are limited price transparency and a strict refund policy. Subscription cancellation must be handled through PayPal/Kajabi, which is somewhat cumbersome. There is no visible course completion certificate, professional accreditation, or proof of learning outcomes. The terms also contain a jurisdiction placeholder, suggesting that the legal documentation is not especially polished.

Who It’s For and Access from China

AS Pilates is best suited to users who want English-language Pilates workouts at home, value core strength and body control, and prefer low-equipment daily exercise. It may also suit pregnant or postpartum users who have medical clearance. If you need Chinese-language instruction, formal certification, or a clearly published price list, approach with caution. Access and video playback performance from mainland China are not stated in the available content, so they should be considered unknown. It is recommended to use the free trial first to test streaming speed and the payment process.