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Pilates Arm Chair

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Pilates Arm Chair

Inspired by the passion of master teacher Julian Littleford, Balanced Body reintroduced the Pilates Arm Chair as an essential tool in developing scapular stability, functional strength and proper posture. This simple, highly effective apparatus integrates core and upper body work for clients of all ages and abilities.
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Originally designed by Joseph Pilates, the Arm Chair is proven effective in developing scapular stability, upper body and core strength, and proper posture. Our premium upholstered seat and back provides support and proprioceptive feedback while exercising. With 4 Balanced Body Signature Springs™, the Arm Chair is configurable for all clients. Users interested in building strength choose our long purple springs for enhanced resistance in upper body work. For clients who work at a desk, and seniors prone to poor posture, our regular yellow springs are used in posture correction and improving overall muscle strength to best support bone structure. Constructed of solid maple, our Arm Chair is built for everyday use.

  • Solid maple frame construction is durable and stable
  • Premium upholstered seat and back
  • 1 pair of Neoprene® handles
  • 4 Balanced Body Signature Springs (2 regular yellow, 2 long purple)
  • 10-Year Limited Warranty
  • Dimensions: 39”L x 14”W x 39”H (99cm x 36cm x 99cm), Rod Width: 30” (72cm), Weight: 54 lbs. (24.5 kg)
  • Heavy duty vinyl upholstery is available in 10 standard and 20 premium colors. Please call us at 916-388-2838 or email us for more information, and to order premium colors.
  • Check out our custom upholstery and wood equipment in action! View customer-provided photos.

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FROM THE COMMUNITY

The Arm Chair is well made, with bonus heavy springs I can do leg work on. A great piece of equipment for posture and core work.

FAQs

The main difference is that the Arm Chair has an upholstered backrest with springs that hang down from the top of the chair, rather than springs being pulled up from the base like other Pilates Chairs.

The Balanced Body Arm Chair Exercise Guide is a focused and effective resource for practitioners looking to deepen their understanding of Pilates movement principles specific to the Arm Chair.

The Pilates Arm Chair has 4 Balanced Body Signature Springs™ (2 regular Yellow, 2 long Purple). Replacement springs can be purchased from Balanced Body.

Yes! The Pilates Arm Chair comes with light-resistance Yellow springs and medium-resistance Purple springs which offer more resistance for upper body work than on the Reformer.

Clean the upholstery and pedal covers with Balanced Body Clean or gentle soap and warm water. Avoid using alcohol, bleach, or harsh chemicals, which will damage the material over time.

Yes, the Pilates Arm Chair includes two Neoprene® handles to be used with the springs.

The Pilates Arm Chair is 39″L x 14″W x 39″H. The Rod for the springs is 30″ (72cm) wide.

The Pilates Arm Chair weighs 54 lbs. (24.5 kg).

Yes, the Pilates Arm Chair does have a wheel bracket to aid in moving the chair as needed.

Yes! The Pilates Arm Chair has a 10 year limited warranty (from the date of invoice).

The Pilates Arm Chair is made in the USA at the Balanced Body headquarters in Sacramento, CA.

Yes! The Balanced Body Arm Chair Guide offers over 50 pages with 16 carefully selected exercises that provide detailed instruction and programming for various ability levels.

The Pilates Arm Chair is ideal for many different types of people, including those who need:

  • Rehabilitation: The Arm Chair was originally designed by Joseph Pilates as a rehabilitation tool. It provides controlled resistance that supports joint mobility without overloading them, which is great for older adults or clients recovering from injury.
  • Posture Support: The upholstered seat and back provide support and proprioceptive feedback ideal for scapular stability and proper posture. The Arm Chair can help with posture correction for people with kyphosis (rounded back), shoulder instability, those who work at desks and older adults with poor posture.