Mumbai is evolving. In a world where everything is available with just a click, this evergreen city is prioritising movement. But the modern Mumbaikar is looking beyond gym membership; they are looking for escape. The fitness landscape is shifting away from the monotony of repetitive routines and hum of air-conditioned gyms. The city wants to be fit, but not just physically, mentally too. Moreover, it craves for experiences that prioritise joy and mindfulness over exhaustion and shallowness. Bringing the fun to this movement is the city’s very first aqua pilates experience, Ona Pilates. In a city on concrete skyline, this community is reinventing what it means to work on strength while making the most joyous of the city.
Ona Pilates
There may not be just enough open parks for a workout around the city, but there definitely are enough rooftops. Introducing a revolutionary way of working out, Ona Pilates brings guided rooftop pilates sessions over a pool. Imagine watching the city move from above, balancing on a pilates board, and the splash of cooling pool water against the sweat of hard work. Sounds refreshing, doesn’t it? Well, it is. Designed to be light, engaging, and quietly challenging, the experience takes place entirely on water. Here, with specialised pilates boards, you are forced to engage your core and find stability on the shimmering surface. Moreover, the goal is to build strength, balance and effortless control. Nevertheless, if you do happen to stumble, it will only be for a splash of fun. It is completely beginner-friendly, so you do not need any prior experience.
The sessions are nomadic in nature, taking place in stunning rooftop pools across the city. With a curated pool experience, each session lasts an hour (60 mins) with a limited capacity of 20 people per slot to maximise the tranquillity. After all, the sessions are all about resetting the body and the mind with a combination of open skies, cool breeze, and the gentle calm of water away from the relentless chaos of the city below.
The Full Experience
At Ona Pilates, the workout is only one part of the ritual. Each session is carefully curated with different and experienced trainers. Moreover, they ensure that you are pampered for your money’s worth. After all, wellness is holistic. Post sessions, you can indulge in their refreshments that vary each time. Whether it’s a ceremonial matcha, a cooling cold coffee for calmth or artisanal flavoured yoghurt and smoothies, it’s a delightful surprise each time. Moreover, after connecting with like-minded people around, you don’t leave empty-handed. Each participant takes home an Ona kit, a curated bag of brands, from healthy snacks to wellness goodies. Just something to remember the experience by and something to keep coming back for.
Join the community
While you can join any of their upcoming experiences here, if the fluid life resonates, you can join Ola Pilates’ exclusive WhatsApp community. Being part of the inner clique means you are never left out when a new session drops. Your perks include early access to spots, priority booking, insider scoop on new locations and trainers, and invites to exclusive community-only events. Most importantly, you find yourself in a dedicated space to connect with like-minded people who value mindfulness.
What do you need to bring?
Most things needed for the sessions are provided, so come as you are. However, do remember to bring your swimwear or a change of clothes.
Key Information
📅Announced via Instagram & WhatsApp
⏳60 minutes per session
đź’¸ â‚ą 1500/- onwards
đź“ŤVaries across Mumbai
🎟️Book your session here
