WELCOME TO
WHITNEY JOHNSON PILATES
Whitney Johnson Pilates is a fully equipped Classical Pilates studio in Ann Arbor, MI, dedicated to teaching the method as it was originally designed by Joseph Pilates. We follow the traditional order and system of exercises without unnecessary additions or trends, allowing the work to unfold with clarity, purpose, and depth. In addition to private and small group Pilates sessions, we offer open gym hours to support student independence, consistency, and a deeper understanding of the method. This lineage-based approach builds strength, mobility, coordination, and long-term resilience.
TWO WAYS TO START YOUR PRACTICE
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PRIVATE SESSIONS
Begin with our Introdcutory Package: 3 Private Sessions & 1 Group Class
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GROUP CLASSES
Begin with our FOUNDATIONS Group Class series. Group Class instruction limited to 4 participants.
Need help deciding which is right for you?
Private Sessions
For individualized attention, assessment, or specific goals
Best for:
new clients
injuries or limitations
faster progress
deeper technical work
Foundations Series
A structured entry into Pilates
Best for:
beginners
returning movers
anyone wanting confidence in group settings
“WJP offers the real deal — Classical Pilates taught in a fun, safe, and challenging way…” (shortened)
— ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google review
Still unsure where to begin? We’ll guide you.
Meet the Founder
Whitney Johnson is the owner of Whitney Johnson Pilates and a second-generation Classical Pilates teacher based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She is dedicated to preserving the integrity of the Classical Pilates method as originally developed by Joseph Pilates.
With a background in the arts and academia, Whitney brings a thoughtful, analytical approach to her teaching. Her own experience using Classical Pilates to recover from a serious back injury shaped her belief in the method as a powerful, corrective, and lifelong practice. Trained through The New York Pilates Studio® and under Pilates elder Jay Grimes, Whitney teaches with precision, clarity, and deep respect for lineage—always with a sense of humor and genuine joy for the work. She continues to study regularly with her teacher, Sandy Shimoda of Vintage Pilates.
