No, the CenterLine Reformer comes partially assembled. Assembly includes attaching the springs, shoulder rests, and leather straps. Watch our Balanced Body Garage video on how to unbox and assemble, and click here to download assembly instructions. Before first use, please review our safety guides.
CenterLine® Reformer
Created in collaboration with Amy Taylor Alpers and Rachel Taylor Segel of The Pilates Center in Boulder, CO, the CenterLine Reformer was meticulously tested for two years. This more traditional Reformer is based on measurements used in original Pilates apparatus, with component upgrades from Balanced Body's nearly 5 decades building Reformers.
Stock Color: Black
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Product Details
Created with Amy Taylor Alpers and Rachel Taylor Segel of The Pilates Center and tested for two years, the CenterLine Reformer combines measurements based on Joseph Pilates' original apparatus with Balanced Body component upgrades.
The CenterLine Reformer delivers the deliberate resistance, feedback, and end feel associated with traditional Pilates equipment while refining key touchpoints for comfort and performance. Its compact wood frame is 2" shorter and 1" narrower than other Balanced Body wood Reformers, and its leather straps and handles complete the traditional experience.
Key Features
- Includes 4 unplated Balanced Body semi-heavy springs
- Includes a Gondola Pole, Short Box Dowel, and 2 kneeling pads
- Two-position footbar
- Premium vinyl upholstery with durable foam padding
- Includes a CenterLine Sitting Box
- Includes a Cotton Footstrap, Extender Straps, and CenterLine Leather & Wood Handles
- Includes leather straps
- Pre-installed jumpboard bracket
Specifications
- Wood frame with a standard 14" (36 cm) carriage height
- Frame is 2" shorter and 1" narrower than other Balanced Body wood Reformers
- Frame is pre-drilled for optional Gondola Pole and Short Box Dowel storage brackets
- Stock upholstery color: Black
Dimensions
- Frame: 91"L x 25.5"W x 14"H (231 cm x 65 cm x 36 cm)
- Carriage: 30.5"L x 23"W (77 cm x 58 cm)
- Carriage travel: 39" (99 cm)
- Weight: 145 lbs (66 kg)
Optional Upgrades & Accessories
- Padded Jumpboard
- Tower & Mat Retrofit Kit
- Gondola Pole and Short Box Dowel Storage Brackets (Part No. 15265)
Customization Options
- Premium vinyl upholstery is available in stock Black and 29 custom colors
- Standard wood options include Strata® Rock Maple and Artisan Maple; premium selections include Select Strata® Cherry, Mahogany, and Walnut. View upholstery and wood choices.
- View customer-provided photos of our custom upholstery and wood equipment in action
Ordering, Returns & Warranty
- Limited Lifetime Warranty on the Reformer frame
- Commercial financing is available for studio owners
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- All equipment includes access to the free videos section on our streaming video platform
Important Notes
- The CenterLine Reformer does not include transport wheels
- Gondola Pole and Short Box Dowel storage brackets are sold separately
- Installing a Tower & Mat Retrofit Kit requires holes in the frame; the Reformer can be ordered with pre-drilled Tower holes for an additional charge
- Equipment made with custom upholstery or custom wood is final sale and not returnable. Please call us at 916-388-2838 or email us for more information.
- Use our Reformer Comparison tool to see what each of our Reformers has to offer you.
FAQs
The CenterLine apparatus and springs were designed in conjunction with The Pilates Center of Boulder, Colorado to meet the needs of their specific Pilates practice and educational programs.
The CenterLine apparatus is:
- more traditional in size and functionality
- 2″ shorter in length and 1″ narrower in width
- comes with leather straps and a special footbar
- uses a combination of CenterLine and Balanced Body Signature Springs. The 4 CenterLine Reformer springs are unplaited and provide semi-heavy resistance.
The CenterLine Reformer use unplated semi-heavy springs and leather straps/handles, which is similar to the original reformer designs. The smooth carriage ride offers deliberate resistance, feedback, and “end feel” which helps preserve the authentic experience of traditional reformer Pilates. Stable shoulder blocks and traditional accessories like the Gondola Pole also add to the classical Reformer feel.
Yes! The CenterLine Reformer has a smaller footprint that other reformers which can allow for Reformer Pilates practice in a smaller space. However, you should still plan for adequate floor space around the machine for safe use and full range of motion.
The CenterLine Reformer frame is 91″L x 25.5″W x 14″H (228cm x 65cm x 36cm)
The CenterLine Reformer weighs 145 lbs (66kg).
The CenterLine Reformer does not include transport wheels.
Yes, the CenterLine Reformer includes 4 unplaited Balanced Body semi-heavy springs.
Yes! The CenterLine Reformer includes leather straps and CenterLine Leather & Wood Handles. Additionally, it includes a CenterLine Sitting Box, gondola pole, short box dowel and 2 kneeling pads. The CenterLine reformer is pre-drilled for dowel storage brackets which are sold separately.
Yes! The CenterLine Refomer comes with a pre-installed jumpboard bracket to add the optional Padded Jumpboard.
Yes, the Tower can be added to the CenterLine Reformer at any time. The Tower and Mat Retrofit Kit is easy to add, and can be removed and stored as needed. Please note that the Tower and Mat upgrade requires holes in CenterLine Reformer frame. The Tower and Mat Retrofit Kit includes instructions on how to drill these holes, or pre–drilled holes are available at extra cost when you order your CenterLine Reformer.
Yes! The CenterLine Reformer has a Lifetime Limited Warranty on the Reformer frame.
The CenterLine Reformer is made in the USA at the Balanced Body headquarters in Sacramento, CA.
Clean the upholstery and footbar cover with Balanced Body Clean or gentle soap and warm water. Avoid using alcohol, bleach, or chemical cleaners as they can damage the upholstery. Wash loops in cold water and air dry regularly. Dust and clean tracks, wheels, and springs regularly.