If you’ve noticed a growing love for Pilates in Dubai, you’re not alone. The city is all about reformers, core strength, and that “just one more rep” mentality. And now, it’s about to take things up a notch with the launch of the city’s first-ever Pilates festival. It’s called FORM FEST and it’s happening February 7-8, 2026, at Mama Shelter Dubai.
The event is all about bringing together the best Pilates instructors from around the world for a weekend of classes, workshops, and discussions. It’s a great chance for everyone from beginners to experienced practitioners to learn new skills, deepen their practice, and connect with the Pilates community.
Here’s a sneak peek at the instructor lineup at FORM FEST:
- Hilal Leigh, a local favourite known for intelligent sequencing and modern Pilates methods
- Ava Rodriguez, a mobility expert, aka “The Joint Whisperer,” specializing in functional movement
- Heba Abdelgawad, a creator of NeuroPilates, combining brain-body techniques
- Agi Falenta, an international educator with a focus on Functional Pilates and rehabilitation
More names will be announced soon!
The festival will feature a range of reformer sessions, mat flows, and technique workshops, providing plenty of opportunities to network, learn from the best, and take your Pilates practice to the next level.
Tickets start at AED 1,650, which includes access to three sessions, snacks, workshops, panel discussions, and a goodie bag. If Pilates is your thing, FORM FEST is the event you’ve been waiting for.
And if you’re looking to continue your journey, check out VAURA Dubai, a next-gen reformer Pilates studio in DIFC. For those who prefer flexibility in their fitness routine, Athlo app may be rather handy! It lets you buy or sell unused gym classes, so you can train whenever it works for you.
Stay tuned for more fitness and Pilates events in Dubai!
