What exactly is Hot Pilates?
Hot Pilates is a fitness practice that takes the fundamentals of traditional Pilates — core strengthening, breath control, fluid movement — and performs them in a room heated to 38–40°C with controlled humidity.
Unlike hot yoga or Bikram, Hot Pilates doesn't rely on static postures. Classes are dynamic, linking floor and standing exercises that deeply target the stabilising muscles.
The origins of Hot Pilates
The Pilates method was developed in the early 20th century by German gymnast Joseph Pilates. Adding heat is a more recent evolution, popularised in the United States in the 2010s before spreading to major European cities like Paris.
Heat amplifies the effects of the practice: it allows greater joint flexibility, accelerates perspiration and optimises muscle recovery.
What does a session at 10.10 Studio look like?
At 10.10 Studio in Charenton-le-Pont, each session lasts 50 minutes. The room is pre-heated to 38°C using infrared panels. You'll work on a mat, sometimes with small props (resistance bands, small balls).
Our coaches adapt every class to the group's level: beginners and experienced practitioners can train together. A typical session starts with a conscious breathing warm-up, moves into strengthening sequences, and closes with stretching.
Hot Pilates and infrared heat: a winning combination
At 10.10, we use infrared heat rather than conventional convective heat. Infrared heat penetrates tissues deeply, promoting blood circulation and muscle relaxation without overheating the ambient air.
This technology is gentler on the respiratory tract and produces more even perspiration, making it a particularly suitable environment for people sensitive to humid heat.
