Our History
Evolution Pilates, established on August 15, 2003, in Port Washington, NY, has undergone several transformations to become a premier Classical Pilates studio.
Founding and Early Years
Founder Mo Wolfe, transitioning from a 15-year career in magazine publishing, opened the first studio across from the Town Dock. This location featured an open space with five Reformers, five Chairs, a Cadillac, and a Ladder Barrel. The studio’s design incorporated two shades of blue, reflecting the beach glass mosaic of their minimalist logo, symbolizing a ‘teaser’ Pilates pose. Initially, the tagline “waters edge studio” was used, later evolving to “feel the difference” to emphasize the studio’s unique results-driven approach.
Subsequent Relocations
After two years, the studio moved to an office building at Monroe and Main Street to optimize space and costs. This location featured separate rooms for classes and private sessions. As clientele grew, an additional office was acquired, introducing six Towers to diversify class offerings.
The third location, a two-story retail space down the block. The studio expanded its equipment to six Reformers and six Chairs, allowing for larger and combination classes. The interior color scheme shifted to a golden hue, complementing the apparatus and providing a warm ambiance visible from the street.
Current Location and Offerings
Currently, Evolution Pilates resides in a space with an industrial aesthetic and convenient access to a municipal lot. The studio layout includes Towers, Barrels, some chairs and a Cadillac in the front room, with Reformers, more Chairs in the back. Recent reconfigurations added two more Towers, and equipment colors transitioned from Fjord blue to black. New apparatus such as the pedipole, push-up devices, classical barrels, and an armchair have been introduced, making us a fully equipped studio.
Services and Community Engagement
Evolution Pilates offers private and duet training, Pilates classes, wellness coaching. We collaborate regularly with other local wellness businesses. The studio is a host site for the Real Pilates Teacher Training Program, emphasizing classical training and certification. Clients consistently work with the studio to achieve strength, health, and happiness, guided by a team of supportive, highly qualified instructors.
The studio maintains an active presence on social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook, where they share updates, client testimonials, and insights into their offerings. Throughout its evolution, Evolution Pilates has remained committed to providing a welcoming environment and high-quality Pilates instruction, continually adapting to meet the needs of its community.
