Oakville's Classical Pilates Studio

Heart of Movement

Classical Pilates · Oakville, Ontario

323 Kerr St., Oakville, ON
In the heart of Kerr Village · Serving Burlington, Mississauga & Halton Region

Classical Pilates in Oakville

A beautiful light-filled space that invites you to breathe and move with ease.

Heart of Movement is a Boutique Classical Pilates studio in Oakville’s Kerr Village, offering private and semi-private lessons and small group classes with Kim Radovich and Joanne Decorte. Kim and Joanne are both comprehensively trained in the classical Pilates method and have each been teaching for over two decades.

Explore private Pilates lessons, discover Reformer Pilates, or learn about our Classical Pilates approach.

Located at Suite 102, 323 Kerr Street in Kerr Village, Oakville. Easily accessible from Burlington, Mississauga, and across the Halton Region.

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Joanne Decorte and Kim Radovich seated together at Heart of Movement Pilates studio in Oakville Instructor guiding a Pilates back extension on a spine corrector at Heart of Movement

Practicing Pilates is not about getting better at Pilates. It's about getting better at life!

Kim teaching three clients using leg straps on Reformers during a semi-private Pilates lesson

The Method

What is Classical Pilates?

Pilates is a system of exercises done within a specific order, developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900s — originally called Contrology. Classical Pilates improves core strength, posture, and flexibility, making it invaluable for fitness enthusiasts and those seeking rehabilitation or injury prevention.

Pilates enhances physical well-being and promotes mental relaxation and mindfulness through its profound mind-body connection.

Classical Pilates uses a series of apparatus — including the Universal Reformer, Chairs, Cadillac, Tower, Mat, and Barrels — to strengthen and lengthen your body from the inside out. In the classical method, every exercise is a full-body exercise.

At Heart of Movement in Oakville, we preserve the authentic classical sequence and integrity that Joseph Pilates intended — not a modified or watered-down version. This is the real thing.

Discover Your Reason

What is Your Why?

Core Strength & Stability

Build deep, functional strength that supports your spine and improves balance in every movement you make.

Better Posture

Stand taller, move more freely, and ease chronic tension caused by poor postural alignment.

Back & Joint Pain Relief

Gentle, controlled Classical Pilates movements are highly effective at reducing chronic back pain and joint stiffness. Many Oakville and Burlington clients come to us specifically for this.

Improved Flexibility

Restore natural mobility in hips, shoulders, and spine — without strain or force.

Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation

Strengthen smaller stabilizing muscles to reduce the risk of overuse injuries. Classical Pilates is widely used by physiotherapists as a complement to injury rehab.

Enhanced Sports Performance

Improve control, rotation, and endurance for golf, tennis, running, swimming, and more. Popular with Oakville and Burlington athletes.

Mind-Body Connection

Heighten body awareness for better coordination, focus, and confidence in daily life.

Fully Customized for You

At Heart of Movement, every session is tailored to your body, your goals, and your level — no guesswork, no rush, no generic classes.

Engaging & Deeply Effective

No more boring reps — every session is purposeful, varied, and deeply rewarding in a way that keeps you coming back.

Client stretching sideways with one hand holding the Pilates push-through bar

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the way Joseph Pilates intended

Strength · Balance · Flexibility · Oakville's Only Classical Studio

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The Studio

Pilates arm chair with a padded backrest and spring handles Pilates spine corrector on a padded mat, with wall-mounted Towers behind it Cadillac with an overhead frame, springs and straps in the Heart of Movement studio Three Pilates Tower stations with padded mats, springs and push-through bars Wooden Pilates Wunda Chair with a padded seat and spring-loaded pedal Pilates arm chair, high chair and Ladder Barrel beside a sunlit studio window Three wooden Reformers with Pilates chairs and mirrors in the bright Kerr Village studio Close-up of feet using a small Pilates toe exerciser with a central spring

Where We Serve

Classical Pilates in Oakville’s Kerr Village

Heart of Movement is a fully equipped Classical Pilates studio in Oakville’s Kerr Village, serving clients west of Toronto.

We are dedicated to the complete Classical Pilates method, the integrated system developed by Joseph Pilates, incorporating the Reformer, Tower, Barrels, Chairs and Mat.

In our bright, quiet studio, Kim and Joanne offer private and semi-private lessons and small group classes, with personal attention and a thoughtful approach to movement.

Located at 323 Kerr Street in Oakville’s Kerr Village, we welcome clients from Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga and surrounding communities.

Find Us

Suite 102, 323 Kerr Street

Oakville, Ontario · L6K 3B6
In the heart of Kerr Village
Tel: 905-599-9651

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Classical Pilates is the original method developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900s, originally named Contrology. It follows a specific sequence of exercises using authentic apparatus — Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, Tower, Mat, and Barrels — treating every movement as a full-body exercise. Unlike contemporary or fitness Pilates, the classical method preserves the original order, intent, and full apparatus system exactly as Joseph Pilates designed it. Heart of Movement in Oakville is the only studio in the area offering this authentic classical experience.
Yes. Heart of Movement specializes in private and semi-private Classical Pilates sessions. Every session is designed specifically around your body, your history, and your goals. This bespoke approach is especially powerful for beginners, those managing injuries, post-natal clients, and athletes looking to improve performance. Private sessions are the gold standard of Pilates — and it's the Heart of Movement difference.
Absolutely. Classical Pilates is one of the most effective approaches to chronic back pain relief. By strengthening the deep core muscles that stabilize and support the spine, correcting postural imbalances, and improving spinal mobility, Pilates addresses the root causes of pain rather than masking symptoms. Many clients at Heart of Movement in Oakville — including those with sciatica, herniated discs, and postural issues — have experienced lasting relief through regular classical Pilates practice.
Heart of Movement uses the full suite of authentic classical Pilates apparatus including the Universal Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Tower, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, and Mat. This complete classical apparatus set is rare in the Oakville and Burlington area — most studios offer only reformers or mat classes.
You can reach Kim directly by email at kim.heartofmovement@gmail.com or by text at 905-599-9651. New clients typically begin with an introductory session or starter package to learn the foundations of Classical Pilates. From there, you'll work with Kim and Joanne to set a regular schedule that fits your life. All sessions are by appointment only.
Yes. Classical Pilates is suitable for all fitness levels, including complete beginners. At Heart of Movement in Oakville, Kim and Joanne design every session for the individual's body and experience level. Beginners start with foundational exercises and progress at a pace that builds genuine strength, body awareness, and confidence safely. There's no "keeping up with the class". It's entirely about you.