The Pilates Edit · OCTOBER 2026
Five teachers to know on West 17th Street.
Flatiron has teachers you can build a week around. Our shortlist brings together creative sequences, calm instruction, and support for students finding their footing. Choose the description that sounds like your kind of class, then compare available times.
We’ve taken their classes. These are our picks. The student feedback below adds another perspective, with sources you can explore for yourself.
1. Alex Osorio
For fresh sequences and a little extra spice.
Alex’s Flatiron reviewers describe thoughtfully constructed classes, approachable explanations, and options to increase the challenge. Students repeatedly mention creative sequences and modifications. Choose Alex when you want to keep exploring what the reformer can do.
2. Kat Anta
For calm delivery and precise work.
Kat’s named Flatiron reviews describe calm instruction alongside demanding classes. Students mention clear direction, progressive movements, and reassurance for a nervous beginner. She is a pick for a focused class that still asks you to work.
3. Matthew Mantenuto
For variety with a patient approach.
Matthew’s named reviews describe routines that change, clear explanations, and an ability to meet students where they are before adding challenge. His feedback spans studios; look for current classes at West Village and Flatiron.
4. Meredith Coronato
For a first class that feels manageable.
Meredith’s students describe personal attention and a warm connection. A newcomer’s named review explains how she broke the movements down until class felt comfortable. Choose Meredith when feeling seen helps you return.
Named student feedback · Google · Flatiron · January 7, 2026
5. Hallie Salko
For intentional, well-cued challenge.
A named Flatiron review praises Hallie’s intentional class, clear cues, and challenging workout. Her checked schedule includes Flatiron and Bowery. She is a pick for students who want to leave with a sense of accomplishment.
Named student feedback · Google · Flatiron · January 25, 2026
About this month’s picks
These are New York Pilates editorial recommendations, listed without a numerical teacher score. Descriptions draw on reviews that identify the teacher. A review may come from another NYP studio where that teacher has taught. The first edition uses the Google review snapshot collected October 11, 2026, plus a Google update checked October 13. Teacher locations were checked against the October 11–17 Mindbody schedule. Teacher page links open individual live schedules; times and locations can change.
ClassPass and Mindbody written reviews have not yet been included in this edition. The monthly review check will add attributable feedback when those sources are accessible.
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