Mpower Pilates
The Mpower Promise: Aligned Action, Mindful Movement, Embodied Strength
Mpower Pilates
Carrer Gabriel Miró 4, Floor 1, Room 5, Altea, 03590
You've now entered your Reformer Pilates Era--A new chapter where you can have complete coordination of body, mind, and spirit.
About us
Michelle Reed is a certified Pilates instructor with Pilates Instructor Academy in all-apparatus. She taught at three different Pilates studios in the U.S. before moving to beautiful Altea, Spain, which has her heart. Michelle is also trained in yoga, massage, and nutritional health coaching. She is the best-selling author of 6 books and is a former journalist and TV personality.
After two giant cysts in her spine temporarily paralyzed her, Michelle discovered that private Pilates Reformer sessions were the only thing that truly helped rehabilitate her. She went from learning to walk again, to private sessions, to group classes, and finally completed an arduous Pilates teacher training via Pilates Instructor Academy (500 hours) and mentoring with both Belleair Fitness and Pilates Grüp in St. Petersburg, Florida, where she later taught group classes and private sessions. While Michelle is obviously fluent in English, ella esta aprendiendo español and teaches students from around the world, so ALL are welcome!
Prices and Discounted Packages
Single Private Session: €40
Package of 5: €185
Package of 10: €350
Private Duet Session (2 clients at the same time): €75
Package of 5: €350
Package of 10: €650
(Please note: Packages never expire! Helpful if you travel...)
Services
- Mpower Pilates Carrer Gabriel Miró 4, Floor 1, Room 5, 03590 Altea, España
Benefits of Pilates
Pilates strengthens your core muscles
It improves flexibility, mobility, and balance
Enhances awareness of body movements
Promotes stress reduction and relaxation
Helps improve posture and alignment
Boosts mood and well-being
Increases muscle tone and strength
Aids in injury rehabilitation
Enhances athletic performance
Utilizes a variety of equipment to stave off boredom
About My Teaching Style
Please note that private sessions are 50 minutes and equal to a personal training session with a qualified and experienced Pilates instructor (me Michelle-the M in Mpower! ) I don’t offer group classes at this time, but with the proper attention to your form, you will be able to help rehab from many types of injuries or as an athlete or sports enthusiast, take your training to the next level!
We focus on the core a lot, but Pilates Reformer training is a low impact spring assisted system that works your entire body! I include small weights and various accessories (magic circle, bands, jump board, etc.) to help you improve strength, balance and some stretches for flexibility.
Of course I ALWAYS focus on core Pilates principals and classical exercises, but what sets me apart I believe is that I offer a more contemporary, athletic approach to Pilates with ever changing choreography to challenge my clients as well as keep things fresh and interesting!
Reviews
Lisa
28 May 2026
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Michelle is fabulous; she is thoughtful in introducing a person to pilates.
This is my first experience and I feel that I am in good hands, looking forward to progressing .
Simona
14 Jan 2026
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I’ve been going to Mpower Pilates Altea with Michelle for nearly a month now (twice a week) and I can honestly say I’m already seeing and feeling a big difference.I had never done Pilates before and I was quite anxious to start, but Michelle is absolutely amazing- so welcoming, supportive and professional. She explains everything clearly and makes the classes feel fun and comfortable, even when they’re challenging.Because I work at a desk most of the time, I used to get a lot of back pain, but I’ve already noticed improvements in my posture and how my back feels. I’m also becoming much more flexible and overall I feel stronger and more energised after every session.The classes are challenging in the best way, but you leave feeling proud of yourself- and I genuinely look forward to going every week. Highly recommend Michelle and Mpower Pilates to anyone, whether you’re a beginner or experienced! Thank you for being awesome
Maartje
2 Apr 2026
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I started Pilates on the recommendation of my physiotherapist because I had pain in my right leg due to piriformis syndrome. I bought a ten-session pass and went twice a week. I can confidently say that 90% of my pain has disappeared. That definitely wouldn’t have been possible without Michelle! She tailors the sessions to target the problem. It never gets boring because she continuously introduces new exercises. Her knowledge of Pilates is extensive, and her equipment and studio are very new. I would recommend anyone with posture-related issues to try a session. I’m sure it will help!
Marieke den Das
21 Mar 2026
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We love doing Pilates with Michelle! Her instructions are clear, effective and fun. We will repeat weekly.
carmen fornes
19 Mar 2026
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Maravilloso como siempre y noto mi evolución dÃa a dÃa. Gracias Michelle!
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"I saw Michelle's ad for a taster session and decided, "why not?" I was so surprised by how fun but intense the Pilates reformer private class turned out to be. Three days later, and I am still feeling the ache!
Michelle is very knowledgable with a lifetime of wellness experience and continuing professional development. She clearly knows her stuff, and imparts her teaching gently but seriously.
I felt safe, and in good hands, and decided to sign up for 10 sessions. I am looking forward to my next reformer class!"
-Rachel Rose
"Today I had my first private reformer session with Michelle and it was great! Michelle explains everything very well and guides you through the exercises. Her enthusiasm for reformer Pilates is contagious and I understand why. Reformer Pilates is responsible for the body, and though it doesn't seem difficult, be aware that it is a tough full body workout.
The best thing about taking private lessons is that they are adapted to my physical capabilities. Thank you, Michelle!"
-Jeanine Vermeijden
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Mpower Pilates
Carrer Gabriel Miró 4, Floor 1, Room 5, 03590 Altea, España
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Frequently asked questions
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If you cannot find free parking in the neighborhood, there is a public lot behind the Ayuntamiento, the Tuesday parking lot (not on Tues. morning) and the Plaça del Esports free lot.
We are located near the Altea Ayuntamiento, down the side street between Santander Bank and Movistar, or behind the colorful changing stations on the playa, behind JT Ryokucha Sushi Restaurant. (Please see MAP below.) Once you arrive in front of Carrer Gabriel, 4, please hit the Floor 1 button so I can buzz you inside. Either take the elevator or stairs to Floor 1, and I will either greet you at the big brown door, or it will be ajar if I am still with another client, and you can go down the hall to the waiting room to the right until I am ready for you. I am in Room #5 at the end of the hall on the right, and there is a small sign next to my door. Please try to be quiet as we have a massage studio as our neighbor.
Please wear comfortable clothing, such as yoga pants/shorts or sweat pants, and "grip" socks if you have them. I have a "loaner" pair that I wash if you are coming in for a trial. If not, you can go barefoot so you don't slip and fall. Optional: Water (I have water bottles if you forget) and a towel.
Please WhatsApp me at +34 662 47 20 21 and I'll do my best to accommodate your schedule.
The short answer is yes, but the longer answer is that any form of exercise must be performed alongside a healthy diet in order to be effective for weight loss. Pilates is great for improving strength and toning muscle (see Benefits of Pilates), but you can't "out exercise" a bad diet. I am a certified food coach, and I would be happy to discuss your food choices in a private session. Also, as we age, hormones can play a huge role in weight loss, so be sure to work with a hormone specialist if you are dieting and exercising and not noticing any weight loss. Ask me about using the "jump board" for more cardiovascular exercise and adding small weights for strength training along with the springs.
Please get cleared from your medical doctor to exercise before you begin. Discuss your specific injury with Michelle so we can discuss potential rehabilitation exercises.
Please cancel as soon as you possibly can if you are ill so as not to spread germs in the studio. It is also in your best interest to not exercise when you are not well.
Please do your best to cancel with at least a 24 hour notice. While we understand that life situations happen and encourage you not to come into the studio when sick, when you reserve a session it obviously keeps others from booking as well, and we want to serve as many people as possible in our community! Do try to let us know as soon as you are able to.
We have 3 available bathrooms that you may also use to change your clothing.
No, as the equipment could be of danger to small children, as well as a distraction for you as you practice.
Please WhatsApp me at +34 662 47 20 21 or email at mpowerpilates.altea@gmail.com with any further questions and I'll be more than happy to answer them as soon as possible.
