Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
About Refine Pilates & Yoga
A boutique movement studio dedicated to helping you build strength, move better, and feel at home in your body.
Certified Instructor & Founder
Stephanie Niessen
Stephanie has been passionate about pilates and yoga since her early teens, when she first discovered how movement could keep her toned, flexible, and energized alongside other activities like running and walking.
Over the years, that early curiosity grew into a deep conviction: that a consistent movement practice — one that works with the body rather than against it — is one of the most powerful things a person can do for their mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Steph opened Refine Pilates & Yoga in Niagara-on-the-Lake to create a space where that belief could become real for others. A studio that is small enough to feel personal, skilled enough to produce real results, and welcoming enough that anyone — beginner or experienced practitioner — feels at home from day one.
Certifications
- Yoga Instructor
- Yoga Inc
- Pilates Instructor
- Pilates Inc
Studio Location
1534 Niagara Stone RdNiagara-on-the-Lake, ON
L0S 1T0
Our Mission
Defining, refining, and aligning
your movement practice
The vision of Refine Pilates & Yoga is to create an uplifting space that encourages individuals to become more aligned with their body, mind and soul. Our ultimate goal is to help you feel good in your body — and to give you the tools to keep that feeling long after class ends.
Our mission is to create a safe, peaceful, happy, and inviting atmosphere that welcomes all — regardless of age, fitness level, or prior experience.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is reformer pilates suitable for beginners?
Yes — all Reformer classes at Refine welcome beginners. Our Intro Pass (5 classes for $100) gives you time to learn the equipment at your own pace with hands-on guidance from Steph.
How many people are in a reformer class?
Reformer classes are capped at 5 clients per session. This small size ensures every student gets precise form correction and personalized attention.
What should I wear?
Comfortable, form-fitting activewear you can move freely in. Grip socks are welcome for Reformer classes. Please arrive 10 minutes early for your first Reformer session.
Do you offer classes for people recovering from an injury?
Yes. Private and semi-private Reformer sessions can be tailored for rehabilitation and recovery. Your instructor adapts exercises to your specific needs and goals.
How is reformer pilates different from mat pilates?
The Reformer uses a spring-loaded carriage that adds resistance to every movement, enabling a wider range of exercises for core strength, flexibility, and alignment. Mat pilates uses bodyweight only. Both are excellent — the Reformer is especially valuable for rehabilitation and precise resistance work.
Where are you located?
We're at 1534 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1T0.
About
The vision of Refine Pilates & Yoga is to create an uplifting space that encourages individuals to become more aligned with their body, mind and soul. Defining, refining and aligning your movement practice in order to feel good in your body is our ultimate goal.
Our mission is to create a safe, peaceful, happy and inviting atmosphere that welcomes all.
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