Why gyms and clubs add reformer
Reformer classes are booked in small groups at a higher price than a standard group class, and they bring in members who may not use the gym floor. Gyms, padel clubs, hotels and physiotherapy clinics now add reformer rooms alongside their existing offer.
How much space, how many machines
| Room | Reformers that fit | Wall to store them folded |
|---|---|---|
| 6 × 4 m | 4 | 1.8 m |
| 8 × 5.5 m | 6 | 2.7 m |
| 10 × 6 m | 8 | 3.6 m |
| 10 × 8 m | 12 | 5.5 m |
From our planner's engine; the full table and three layouts are in our studio layout guide.
Sharing a studio with other classes
Most gyms already have a studio for spin, HIIT, yoga or dance. With folding reformers, the same room runs reformer at peak times and the existing timetable the rest of the day. Allow a few minutes between classes to unfold or fold the machines: one person can do it, and castors at both ends move them. How folding works is explained in our folding reformer guide.
Running it
- Instructors with a recognised reformer qualification; check your insurer's requirements.
- Booking: limited places per class, booked in advance, often as an add-on to membership.
- Branding: your club's logo on every machine, free from one with ours.
- Equipment: the full list is in our studio equipment guide.
Questions studio owners ask
How many reformers does a gym need?
Start from the class size you want to sell: commonly a room of 25 to 80 m² holds 4 to 12 machines with comfortable spacing.
Can a gym use the same studio for reformer and other classes?
Yes, with folding reformers. Ours stand upright on 0.24 m² each, so six machines take about 2.7 m of wall when folded.