Build a strong body for the best years Of your life
Personalised Pilates in Malibu for experienced lifers who want to age well, move better, and live fully.
Welcome to BULATES Malibu
Welcome to BULATES – a space created from the belief that movement can transform how we live, not just how we look.
I’m Sam, and this studio is my heart. I followed in my mother’s footsteps and began my career as a travelling chef with the Orient Express Group. Years of long hours on my feet eventually led to a series of injuries — a broken tailbone, degenerative disc disease, and chronic back pain. Pilates became my path to recovery, helping me rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence. That transformation inspired me to create BULATES – a space where others can reclaim their bodies, find freedom in movement, and feel fully alive again.
Here, movement is personal. We work in small, focused sessions that are tailored to your life, your body, and your goals. Whether you’re rebuilding strength, returning to yourself, or simply ready to move better – you’re welcome here.
And it’s not just about Pilates. It’s about community. When you step into BULATES, you join a group of conscious, connected humans committed to living well.
If that feels like a fit, I’d love to meet you.
I’m Sam, and this studio is my heart. I followed in my mother’s footsteps and began my career as a travelling chef with the Orient Express Group. Years of long hours on my feet eventually led to a series of injuries — a broken tailbone, degenerative disc disease, and chronic back pain. Pilates became my path to recovery, helping me rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence. That transformation inspired me to create BULATES – a space where others can reclaim their bodies, find freedom in movement, and feel fully alive again.
Here, movement is personal. We work in small, focused sessions that are tailored to your life, your body, and your goals. Whether you’re rebuilding strength, returning to yourself, or simply ready to move better – you’re welcome here.
And it’s not just about Pilates. It’s about community. When you step into BULATES, you join a group of conscious, connected humans committed to living well.
If that feels like a fit, I’d love to meet you.
❤️ Sam
The Studio
BULATES was born in ‘The Bu’ and it reflects everything we believe about movement: that it should be intentional, energising, and deeply human.
The studio is intimate and open, with soaring ceilings and a natural luminescence. Think of it as an atrium for movement – alive with light, lined with plants, and full of breath. There’s something about the energy of leaves – vibrant, grounding, calming. I love that. You can feel it the moment you walk in.
We’re fully equipped for Pilates and Gyrotonic, with reformers, chairs, Cadillac, ladder barrel, mats, tower, archway, and more. And don’t forget a cosy corner to pause for good coffee, connect, or just watch the world (and the workouts) go by.
This is not just a studio. It’s a space to land, move, and belong.
The studio is intimate and open, with soaring ceilings and a natural luminescence. Think of it as an atrium for movement – alive with light, lined with plants, and full of breath. There’s something about the energy of leaves – vibrant, grounding, calming. I love that. You can feel it the moment you walk in.
We’re fully equipped for Pilates and Gyrotonic, with reformers, chairs, Cadillac, ladder barrel, mats, tower, archway, and more. And don’t forget a cosy corner to pause for good coffee, connect, or just watch the world (and the workouts) go by.
This is not just a studio. It’s a space to land, move, and belong.
Do our clients choose BULATES because we are
tailored to your needs?an intimate space?calm and nurturing?goal oriented?a vibrant community?a holistic movement experience?
Yes! All of that, and more.
Tailored for experienced lifers
Designed for experienced lifers seeking strength, longevity, and clarity over quick fixes.
Small intimate classes
A maximum of four people per session.
Goal-oriented approach
We work with you to define your goals and build a sustainable roadmap to reach them.
A Vibrant community
Many opportunities to connect beyond the studio, including Conversation Club (replacing the traditional book club), potlucks, curated gatherings and more.
Highly personalised
Highly personalised, expert-led instruction in every session.
Calm, nurturing studio environment
A calm, nurturing studio environment designed for focus and flow.
A holistic movement experience
A holistic movement experience grounded in conscious attention, not performance.
A furry companion-friendly Zone
Bring your best friend – dogs welcome! At BULATES, wellness extends beyond you to the furry companions who bring you (and us) joy.
What is pilates, and why does it matter?
“It’s not just movement. It’s a way of living in your body.”
Pilates is a system of intelligent movement designed to support how you live outside the studio — with strength, agility, and ease. It focuses on alignment, core control, breath, and precision, helping you move more consciously, recover more quickly, and feel more connected to your body.
It’s not about performance. It’s not about pushing harder.
It’s about moving (and feeling) better.
Pilates was created to enhance the quality of your everyday life – to help you walk, bend, carry, twist, and age with greater ease and grace. Whether you’re returning from injury, rebuilding confidence, or simply wanting to feel stronger from the inside out, it meets you exactly where you are.
It’s not about performance. It’s not about pushing harder.
It’s about moving (and feeling) better.
Pilates was created to enhance the quality of your everyday life – to help you walk, bend, carry, twist, and age with greater ease and grace. Whether you’re returning from injury, rebuilding confidence, or simply wanting to feel stronger from the inside out, it meets you exactly where you are.
The benefits of practicing pilates
STRENGTH
Builds strength through the development of long, lean muscle
POSTURE
Improves posture and joint integrity
LIGAMENTS
Strengthens ligaments to support healthy muscle and movement patterns
CONTROL
Increases flexibility, balance, and physical coordination
Vitality
Supports active ageing, mobility, and long-term vitality
Mental Clarity
Enhances mental clarity and emotional calm, combatting Alzheimer’s and dementia
Mind, body & Spirit integration
Strengthens the mind–body–spirit connection helping you feel more centred, present, and deeply attuned to yourself
Move better. Feel great.
Pricing & packages that fit your life
INTRO SESSION
$69
New clients only
Classes
$60
($550/package of 10)
DUET SESSION
$80
($750/package of 10)
PRIVATE SESSION
$110
($1050/package of 10)
PRIVATE WITH SAM
$125
($1200/package of 10)
20-SESSION PACKAGE
$1900
Come 3 or more times a week to qualify
Meet your instructors
Sam
After my own recovery from chronic pain through Pilates, I’ve spent the past 10 years helping people restore mobility, build strength, and regain confidence.
My passion for exploring movement led me to Gyrotonic, unlocking greater flexibility and freedom that I now share with clients who struggle with stiffness or limited movement. Fun fact: I originally trained as a chef and still love creating in the kitchen.
I’m a classically trained Pilates Instructor, Gyrotonic, Archway, Leg Extension Unit, and Gyrokinesis certified.
My passion for exploring movement led me to Gyrotonic, unlocking greater flexibility and freedom that I now share with clients who struggle with stiffness or limited movement. Fun fact: I originally trained as a chef and still love creating in the kitchen.
I’m a classically trained Pilates Instructor, Gyrotonic, Archway, Leg Extension Unit, and Gyrokinesis certified.
Valentina
After years as a dancer and aerialist, my body needed a new way to recover and stay strong. Pilates and Gyrotonic became my foundation, supporting both my performance and long-term health.
I love guiding clients to discover what works best for their unique bodies, bringing strength, flexibility, and freedom through movement. Fun fact: I spend my free time climbing in Yosemite and the High Sierras.
I’m certified in Pilates and Gyrotonic, with a passion for lifelong learning.
I love guiding clients to discover what works best for their unique bodies, bringing strength, flexibility, and freedom through movement. Fun fact: I spend my free time climbing in Yosemite and the High Sierras.
I’m certified in Pilates and Gyrotonic, with a passion for lifelong learning.
Bita
I fell in love with Pilates after experiencing how it transformed my body and mindset, helping me feel stronger, more confident, and connected.
Teaching allows me to empower my clients to discover that same sense of freedom and balance in their own movement. A fun fact about me: I’m a total foodie and love exploring new local restaurants.
I’m certified in Reformer and Mat Pilates, with a focus on mindful alignment.
Teaching allows me to empower my clients to discover that same sense of freedom and balance in their own movement. A fun fact about me: I’m a total foodie and love exploring new local restaurants.
I’m certified in Reformer and Mat Pilates, with a focus on mindful alignment.
Carmell
I discovered Pilates after multiple injuries from traditional forms of fitness and found healing through therapeutic movement. That transformation inspired me to help others move with strength, confidence, and a deeper mind-body connection that supports everyday life.
When I’m not teaching, I’m usually playing Uber driver for my four kids!
I’m classically trained in Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Mat, and I’m NPCP certified.
When I’m not teaching, I’m usually playing Uber driver for my four kids!
I’m classically trained in Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Mat, and I’m NPCP certified.
Kathleen
I started my Pilates journey in 2014 as a regular student and was amazed at how it integrated my mind, heart, and body. That transformation inspired me to become an instructor and later expand into Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis, which empower my clients to move with greater strength, freedom, and awareness.
Fun fact: I spent many years as a K-12 special education teacher and school counsellor.
I’m certified in Mat and Reformer Pilates, trained in Gyrotonic, and a Gyrokinesis apprentice.
Fun fact: I spent many years as a K-12 special education teacher and school counsellor.
I’m certified in Mat and Reformer Pilates, trained in Gyrotonic, and a Gyrokinesis apprentice.
Ready to move? Let’s begin.
Getting started at BULATES is simple – and designed to make sure it’s the right fit for both of us.
STEP 1
Book an Intro Session
Click the button below and request your first session at our special introductory rate.
STEP 2
Personal Connection + Goal Setting
Your intro session is more than just movement, it’s a chemistry check. We’ll talk, explore how you move, and begin to set personal goals that align with who you are and how you want to feel.
STEP 3
Build Your Practice
If it feels right, we’ll block your preferred time slot in the calendar and get you started with a personalised plan. Welcome to the BULATES family!
The BU Room Infrared Sauna Sessions
Welcome to The BU Room – our private infrared sauna pod, which offers a powerful way to deepen your wellness practice.
Whether you’re recovering after a session, looking to detox, or simply want 20-40 minutes of heat and stillness, this is your personal reset.
The infrared heat works deeply – soothing sore muscles, easing inflammation, and helping the nervous system unwind. It’s a powerful anti-ageing tool!
For the perfect cool‑down, we encourage you to take a quick dip in the ocean – just a two‑minute drive away. Nothing compares to the natural reset of the sea!
$35 per session | Packages available
Whether you’re recovering after a session, looking to detox, or simply want 20-40 minutes of heat and stillness, this is your personal reset.
The infrared heat works deeply – soothing sore muscles, easing inflammation, and helping the nervous system unwind. It’s a powerful anti-ageing tool!
For the perfect cool‑down, we encourage you to take a quick dip in the ocean – just a two‑minute drive away. Nothing compares to the natural reset of the sea!
$35 per session | Packages available
The benefits of infrared sauna therapy
Supports healthy ageing
Helps maintain mobility, vitality, and overall quality of life
Boosts circulation
Improves cardiovascular health and oxygen delivery to the body
Eases sore muscles & joints
Reduces inflammation and stiffness for greater comfort in daily movement
Promotes mental clarity
Supports memory, focus, and may help reduce dementia risk factors
Relieves stress & improves sleep
Calms the nervous system for deeper rest
Enhances skin health
Encourages a natural, youthful glow
Strengthens immunity
Helps the body fight illness and recover more quickly
Encourages detoxification
Gently removes impurities through deep sweating
