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press release: Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)

Gold company profile | Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
PRESS RELEASE

Peak Pilates UK record sales as demand for reformer training hits new high

25 Feb 2025
Demand for reformer Pilates is booming. / Peak Pilates / GymKit UK
Peak Pilates entered 2025 with impressive momentum, hitting record sales in the opening month of the new year. Distributed by Gymkit UK, the company offers a complete reformer studio solution from instructor education to Pilates equipment, financing and even studio design.

Record Reformer Installations Across the UK

Demand for reformer Pilates is booming. Peak Pilates has achieved record studio installations during January and February. From boutique gyms to health clubs, reformers are transforming fitness spaces nationwide. Managing Director Howard Braband said, “Members are looking for time efficient, total body workouts that make them feel healthier, more balanced and without the discomfort and pain associated with many traditional styles of gym workouts. Reformer workouts do just that and demand is huge!”

“The ROI is attractive, with most classes ranging from £20 - £35/session. Class sizes are typically 10 – 25.”

FitCore™ Education: Shaping Future Reformer Professionals

The education programme is a key component with the Peak Pilates. FitCore™ offers fitness professionals with level 2 in exercise to music or fitness trainers to become proficient in teaching dynamic reformer workouts to groups or individuals in an intensive 2 day programme. Christie Braband, FitCore™ Master Trainer, has already trained more than 60 reformer instructors in the first 6 weeks of 2025.

Peak Pilates at PerformX, IFS and Elevate

Peak Pilates UK will showcase its reformers at three major fitness events in 2025:

• PerformX (February 2025): Demonstrating how Pilates enhances functional fitness.

• International Fitness Showcase (IFS, March 2025): Offering reformer Pilates experiences and professional training insights.

• Elevate (June 2025): Connecting with industry leaders and promoting Pilates in wellness spaces.

Howard Braband summed up his excitement: “2025 is a game-changing year for Peak Pilates. We are focused on innovation, accessibility, and community.”

About Peak Pilates and Gymkit UK

Peak Pilates is a leading manufacturer of premium Pilates equipment, education, and studio solutions. It serves fitness professionals and Pilates enthusiasts across the UK. Gymkit UK has been the UK distributor for Peak Pilates for more than 10 years, and has 2 showrooms and education Centres is Cambridgeshire.

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press release: Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)

Gold company profile | Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
PRESS RELEASE

Peak Pilates UK record sales as demand for reformer training hits new high

25 Feb 2025
Demand for reformer Pilates is booming. / Peak Pilates / GymKit UK
Peak Pilates entered 2025 with impressive momentum, hitting record sales in the opening month of the new year. Distributed by Gymkit UK, the company offers a complete reformer studio solution from instructor education to Pilates equipment, financing and even studio design.

Record Reformer Installations Across the UK

Demand for reformer Pilates is booming. Peak Pilates has achieved record studio installations during January and February. From boutique gyms to health clubs, reformers are transforming fitness spaces nationwide. Managing Director Howard Braband said, “Members are looking for time efficient, total body workouts that make them feel healthier, more balanced and without the discomfort and pain associated with many traditional styles of gym workouts. Reformer workouts do just that and demand is huge!”

“The ROI is attractive, with most classes ranging from £20 - £35/session. Class sizes are typically 10 – 25.”

FitCore™ Education: Shaping Future Reformer Professionals

The education programme is a key component with the Peak Pilates. FitCore™ offers fitness professionals with level 2 in exercise to music or fitness trainers to become proficient in teaching dynamic reformer workouts to groups or individuals in an intensive 2 day programme. Christie Braband, FitCore™ Master Trainer, has already trained more than 60 reformer instructors in the first 6 weeks of 2025.

Peak Pilates at PerformX, IFS and Elevate

Peak Pilates UK will showcase its reformers at three major fitness events in 2025:

• PerformX (February 2025): Demonstrating how Pilates enhances functional fitness.

• International Fitness Showcase (IFS, March 2025): Offering reformer Pilates experiences and professional training insights.

• Elevate (June 2025): Connecting with industry leaders and promoting Pilates in wellness spaces.

Howard Braband summed up his excitement: “2025 is a game-changing year for Peak Pilates. We are focused on innovation, accessibility, and community.”

About Peak Pilates and Gymkit UK

Peak Pilates is a leading manufacturer of premium Pilates equipment, education, and studio solutions. It serves fitness professionals and Pilates enthusiasts across the UK. Gymkit UK has been the UK distributor for Peak Pilates for more than 10 years, and has 2 showrooms and education Centres is Cambridgeshire.

More press releases and updates from Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK):
Peak Pilates proudly distributed by Gymkit UK, is delighted to announce its return as an exhibitor at Elevate 2026, taking place 17-18 June at ExCeL London.
Peak Pilates will return to the International Fitness Showcase (IFS) in Blackpool this March, once again demonstrating the power and versatility of group reformer classes.
Peak Pilates UK celebrated a highly successful 2025, marked by strong commercial growth, the development of strategic partnerships and expanded instructor education programme.
Gymkit UK is delighted to announce the appointment of Kelly Austin as the new business development manager for Fit Interiors, the benchmark Italian brand renowned for premium furnishings in the wellness and fitness sectors.
Everyone Active, one of the UK’s largest leisure operators, has significantly expanded its premium wellness offering through the installation of Reformer Studios equipped with Peak Pilates reformers across its centre portfolio.
Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK): featured in HCM and Fit Tech magazines
Specifier: Getting flexible
With Pilates offerings constantly evolving, what can suppliers offer health clubs wanting to leverage this popular segment of the wellness market? Julie Cramer reports
Consumer demand is making Pilates an exciting business opportunity for health clubs. Julie Cramer talks to leading suppliers about what’s coming next
As the first and last impression, changing rooms can result in greater member satisfaction, better retention rates and healthier profits, as Julie Cramer discovers
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Peak Pilates UK
(distributed by Gymkit UK)
Tel: 01733 205551
Address: 130 Station Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, PE7 2EY, United Kingdom
Howard Braband, managing director
Key personnel
Howard Braband, managing director
Jenna Kane, business development manager
Christie Braband, master trainer (FitCore)
Kerri Widdowson, general manager (logisitics and servicing)
Jo Morris, marketing
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■ University of Aberdeen,
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Plans for the next 12 months
As demand for Reformer Pilates continues to accelerate, our focus is on expanding access to high-quality equipment, education through FitCore, supporting scalable studio models and strengthening our position as the UK’s leading full-service Pilates partner.
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