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respiro

BreathePilates and yoga in small classes, in Casa Forte.

Reformer Pilates, mat Pilates, yoga, breathwork and stretching, two blocks from Praça de Casa Forte in Recife. Your first class is free.

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Breathing guide: breathe in for 4 counts as the circle grows, then breathe out for 6 counts as it shrinks.

Every class begins with two minutes of breathing: four counts in, six counts out.

It’s the same pace as the guide at the top of the page. The class arrives, sits on the mat, and only then starts to move.

Few people in the room, attention for every body.

A yoga teacher kneels beside a student in child’s pose, with a hand on her back.
A posture adjustment during a yoga class.

Reformer classes cap at four people. Mat classes, at eight. With numbers like that, the teacher can correct each student’s hips and adjust the springs without stopping the class.

No one waits at the back of the room for a correction.

How to start

  1. Free trial class

    In any class you like. You get to know the room, the group and your teacher.

  2. Posture assessment

    Thirty minutes with Marina, our physical therapist, to understand your history, any pain and your goals.

  3. A regular class

    You pick set days and times. With small groups, your teacher follows your progress closely.

Five classes, one schedule.

41 classes a week. Mix different classes in the same plan and make up a missed class at another time.

  • A woman does a leg exercise on a wooden reformer.

    Reformer Pilates

    Work on the reformer, cadillac and chair, with springs that assist or resist each movement. The teacher sets the load for every student.

    For building core strength, caring for your spine or getting back to training after an injury.

    Length
    55 min
    Group
    up to 4 people
    Room
    Reformer room
    See Reformer Pilates times
  • A woman lying on a mat does Pilates with a small ball between her knees.

    Mat Pilates

    The classical repertoire on the mat, with a ball, ring and resistance band. You work with your own body weight, and control matters more than strength.

    For body awareness and a class you can repeat at home.

    Length
    50 min
    Group
    up to 8 people
    Room
    Main room
    See Mat Pilates times
  • A group practices yoga with arms raised, on mats, in a bright studio.

    Yoga

    Hatha yoga with sequences that change every month. Held poses, slow transitions and ten minutes of rest at the end.

    For mobility, balance and an hour away from your phone.

    Length
    60 min
    Group
    up to 10 people
    Room
    Main room
    See yoga times
  • A woman sits cross-legged with eyes closed and hands on her belly during a breathing practice.

    Breathwork and meditation

    Guided breathing techniques and seated or lying meditation. It starts with five minutes of silence and builds slowly.

    For poor sleep, anxiety, or learning to slow down without an app.

    Length
    40 min
    Group
    up to 12 people
    Room
    Main room
    See breathwork and meditation times
  • Three people stretch while seated on mats, leaning forward.

    Stretching

    Active stretching and foam-roller myofascial release. A short class that fits a lunch break or rounds out your Pilates.

    For anyone who sits all day and feels stiff by late afternoon.

    Length
    45 min
    Group
    up to 10 people
    Room
    Main room
    See stretching times

Today at the studio

Today’s classes, with the spots still open.

We reply in Portuguese and English.

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Who teaches

Four teachers, each with their own regular classes. You know who you’ll practice with before you book.

  • A teacher with short brown hair and a teal top, standing next to a reformer.

    Marina Lins

    Reformer Pilates

    Physical therapist, trained in classical and contemporary Pilates.

    Founded Respiro in 2017. Works with students who arrive with lower back pain or in rehab, and runs every posture assessment.

  • A teacher in a pink top and gray pants, holding a Pilates ball.

    Luiza Cavalcanti

    Mat Pilates, Reformer Pilates, Stretching

    Physical education teacher, specialized in mat Pilates.

    Teaches the 6:30 AM classes for early risers. Likes to explain the why behind every exercise.

  • A teacher with a short beard and a gray T-shirt, standing in the studio.

    Rafael Arruda

    Yoga, Stretching

    Hatha yoga teacher, 500-hour training.

    Has taught yoga for nine years. Builds each month’s sequences and adapts poses for sensitive knees and shoulders.

  • A gray-haired teacher in light clothes, sitting cross-legged on a cushion.

    Helena Tavares

    Breathwork and meditation, Yoga

    Psychologist and meditation instructor.

    Leads the breathwork sessions and the Tuesday and Thursday morning yoga. Speaks little and lets the room go quiet.

The lake is two blocks away.

Praça de Casa Forte is home to Roberto Burle Marx’s first public garden, with ponds of giant water lilies. This studio’s color and circle come from there.

In the AI-generated video, giant water lily pads seen from above.

A two-story house with two rooms

The reformer room is on the ground floor. Upstairs, the main room hosts mat, yoga and meditation, with tall windows and morning light.

Address
Rua das Mangueiras, 214, Casa Forte, Recife, Brazil. Two blocks from Praça de Casa Forte.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 6 AM to 9 PM. Saturday, 7 AM to 12 PM.
A Pilates studio with reformers lined up in a row.
The reformer room, on the ground floor: four reformers, a cadillac and two chairs.
A yoga room with large windows and natural light.
The main room, upstairs, with morning light.
A yoga room with large windows and mats laid out on the floor.
The mats are already laid out before the first class.
A corner of a yoga room with simple decor, framed art on the wall and blocks.
The corner of the main room where meditation happens.
Training props arranged on a wooden wall.
Props stay within reach, on the wooden wall.

Who practices here

Fictional reviews, written for this demo site.

  • I came in with a herniated disc and scared of any exercise. Marina started with movements so small I didn’t think they’d help. Eight months later, I can carry my grandson again.

    Carla, 58Reformer Pilates, twice a week

  • I take the 6:30 AM class before my hospital shift. The group is small, Luiza knows everyone’s name and notices when someone shows up tired.

    Diego, 34Mat Pilates and stretching

  • I thought meditation wasn’t for me. The Friday night class became how I close out the week. I’ve slept better since March.

    Beatriz, 41Breathwork and meditation

Questions

Don’t see your question? Ask us on WhatsApp.

We reply in Portuguese and English.

I’ve never done Pilates or yoga. Can I start?

Yes. Most students arrive with no experience. In the trial class, the teacher watches how you move and suggests the right class and level to start with.

What’s the difference between Reformer and mat Pilates?

On the reformer, springs assist or resist the movement, so the load can be set precisely. It’s the best option if you’re in pain or in rehab. Mat Pilates uses your body weight and small props, in groups of up to eight.

I have a herniated disc, back pain, or I’m pregnant. Can I join?

In most cases, yes, with your doctor’s clearance. Tell us about your condition in the trial class form. Marina, our physical therapist, does an assessment before your first regular class.

What should I bring to my first class?

Comfortable clothes you can bend and stretch in, grip socks for Pilates and a water bottle. Mats, balls, blocks and bands are provided.

Can I make up a class I missed?

Yes. Let us know at least three hours ahead and pick another class of the same type with open spots, within the same month. How many make-ups you get depends on your plan.

Is there parking?

We don’t have our own parking, but the street is quiet and usually has spaces. There’s also a bike rack at the entrance.

Your first class is on us.

Pick a class and a time with open spots. We confirm on WhatsApp within one business day.

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