Why a Reformer Pilates Party Is the Perfect Way to Start or End Your Hen Do
The Reformer Party Advantage: A Hen Do with Heart!
If you're planning a hen party, choosing a reformer Pilates session at East London Hen Parties is not just a trend – it’s a meaningful way to bring everyone together. Here’s why it works so beautifully, whether you're using it to kick-off the celebrations or to wind things down.
1. Inclusive & Beginner-Friendly
One of the best things about our reformer parties is that no previous experience is needed.
Our studio welcomes everyone – whether you’re new to movement or you’ve not done Reformer Pilates before.
This makes reformer a safe bet for mixed groups, so nobody feels left out or intimidated.
Our teachers are skilled at adapting the session to different levels (and around injuries), so the bride’s friends (or workmates) can all participate and enjoy together.
2. Low Impact, High Reward
Reformer Pilates offers a full-body workout without the high impact of a gym session.
That means muscles are engaged, posture is improved, and flexibility is worked — but joints are treated gently.
For a hen party, this is ideal: you get all the benefits of fitness + wellness, without leaving anyone stiff or sore for your plans later in the day (or the next morning).
To get the sweat on, opt for our ‘Spicy - Jumpboard’ class, and to avoid sweating, opt for our ‘Chilled’ class format.
3. Boosts Connection & Mindfulness
A shared fitness experience is a powerful bonding moment.
As you move together, encourage each other, laugh through the fun moves, and flow through the sequence — you build a sense of connection.
Reformer Pilates also supports mindfulness: many moves require control, focus and breath, helping everyone feel present, grounded, and calm. It’s a pause in the usual party chaos.
4. Fun & Varied — A Real Experience
Our private studio isn’t just functional; it’s beautiful, welcoming, and feels like a little world of its own.
Whether you go for a ‘chilled’ class, ‘juicy’ class or ‘spicy jumpboard’ session, there’s something for your mood.
We can tailor the class: more strength, more stretch, more cardio, whatever you like.
And once the formal class is over, you can enjoy drinks that you have brought with you and make the space your own.
5. A Memorable, Unique Twist on the Hen Party Tradition
Rather than the usual bar crawl or dance class, a reformer Pilates party feels special, intentional, and wellness-focused.
It shows you care about experience, wellbeing, and making memories that don’t rely on just drinking or noise.
It’s a thoughtful, modern celebration – and it makes for great Instagram-worthy moments, too.
6. Excellent for Recovery or Preparation
Depending on when you slot it in, reformer Pilates can serve different purposes:
As a warm-up: Doing a class at the start of the hen do helps everyone feel energised, awake, and ready for the day (or evening) ahead.
As a cool-down: If you’ve had a wild night or a full-on afternoon, a reformer session is a gentle way to reset – stretch out, build strength, and reflect with your friends in a calm space.
Our studio at East London Hen Parties mean we’re all about creating joyful, inclusive, body-positive movement experiences. A private reformer Pilates party is more than just exercise – it’s a chance to connect, celebrate, and move together in a meaningful way.
Want to chat about what kind of reformer party would work best for you? We’re here for it. Enquire now and let’s build something special for your hen do (or team day, birthday, or wellness retreat).
