Yasmin Karachiwala's The PAD

I have been doing reformer Pilates classes at the pad since the past three years and I must say what a significant change it has made in terms of my strength n core . Post some back inflammation I was doubting whether this is the rite move , however after 3 years with the pad I can comfortably recommend anyone looking for back n core strengthens or toning your love handles then look no further than the pad . The instructors are helpful and well qualified to take through your journey of fitness n health

Im absolutely happy with the bollyfit class, I’m enjoying and getting results while sweating and that’s what I need.

Joining the Pilates studio has been a transformative experience for both my mind and body. The instructors' expertise and personalized approach have made each session enjoyable and effective, making it an essential part of my wellness journey which is one of my goal for this year.
It's a lifestyle change that has given me more energy and confidence than merely work out. I wouldn't swap the time for anything.

This studio is one of a kind. I attended pilates with both mat and reformer sessions. The coaches are experts, soft spoken and very helpful. Recently also attended a bhangra workshop which was lot of fun. Highly recommend this fitness studio to help achieve fitness goals while having fun!

Booked the reformer beginners class with Hanisha & left feeling super positive. Hanisha takes huge pride in the class whilst paying attention to the students and correcting them as and when. The combination of excercises she introduced were very effective.

'You are as young as your spine is flexible' Visit this studio and find out how you can stay young forever, experience the best Pilates and Dance

My husband is one of those people who had the myth that Pilates is not for men, mainly because he’s loves his traditional body building. I had to some how forced him to come and it changed his life. He was shock and amazed by his experienced at the Pad. He felt muscles he didn’t know existed! We are so glad we got a chance to attend a session with Shaazia, and we are looking forward to our next pilates class & looking forward to Bhangra workshop.

Would highly recommend everyone to visit The Pad Fitness for game changing Pilates session

The worst customer service ever, I have visited them 5 times to arrange a renewal package with my friend every time they say we will check and call you back, but never came back to us although we are an old clients and took 30 sessions before. What a shame I was coming back to them cuz they are very close to my home, however I’d rather go to further studios than dealing again with this disrespectful place.

Had the best experience with Pad Pilates today! Instructor Aman was friendly, professional and encouraging to push my limits. Staff is pleasant and easy going, interior of the studio is cozy and giving tropical vibes, definitely inviting to come for more!:)

I never danced in my life, but Abbas made it so easy and fun for me in only few sessions that i was able to perform with my team in front of everyone.boast my confidence and it was a good workout as well.
Anyone new to dance, should come to them they make it so easy and fun

Excellent dance coaching center. Very simple but impressive steps. I recommend this for learning all types of fun dances.

So glad to I found this place! It's such a friendly and welcoming pilates studio. I've only started with their reformer pilates classes and can confidently say it's going to be my place to go in Dubai.

I walked in to the PAD and within 2 minutes of looking at me and my posture, Shaazia pointed out all the issues that I have. I smiled cause all of it was on-point. Having been a client at the PAD for about 3 months now, Shaazia and her team of pilates trainers have helped me with my shoulder pain and my overall posture, which in-turn has improved my flexibility, balance and strength. Being a sportsperson all my life and having been used to high-impact activities, I did not know whether I would enjoy pilates and wasn't sure how it would help me. However, now I can confidently say that that I have grown to love pilates and I know with each session at the PAD, I'm only going to get better and stronger. Without blinking an eye, I would highly recommend the PAD Fitness to anyone looking to improve their strength and balance! Kudos to Shaazia, Abbas and the entire team at the PAD for the fantastic work they do:)

I really enjoyed my first class here with James. If you are doing something wrong he will correct you. The place is super clean and nice.
Would be nice to have free parking tho.

If you think pilates is not for men, just have a conversation with Shaazia and the team at PAD and they'll show you how wrong you are.

I had a great experience at PAD, the trainers know exactly what they are doing and what's needed for your body, the stretches are amazing and definitely help in curing any of your body pains.

I have been to The Pad and the experience was simply amazing. At first I thought pilates to be just another way of exercise and did a trial session by Shazia and thought it to be super easy, only later to find that the next day each core body muscle was paining which means that the stretching was indeed effective. The overall place and staff are very professional and friendly. I strongly recommend trying out The Pad from Yasmin Karachiwala which is the best Pilates studio in Dubai. I wish them good luck and great success.

My reason for writing this post is to tell the world that THERE IS HOPE - no matter what your doctors and report say, if you believe that your body can heal then it most definitely will.
When I was introduced to Pilates at THE PAD, I had been to enough doctors and physios, and I was told that I just must manage the mid back & neck pain with meds and rest. I was not in a good place to say the least, as pain killers I was not willing to take and rest I could get enough as I was a working mom of two. I was mentally and physically exhausted, at that time Shaazia was one who pushed me to try Pilates - that thru movement I could heal my body.

At first, I was very skeptical of this approach, and questioned it, but Shaaazia has always taken the time to explain and educate me and put my doubts to rest. Shaazia is extremely flexible in her approach; she asks for continuous feedback during the session and alters the exercise as needed to make me comfortable. This ensured I could gradually increase my strength. She is a nurturing empath who can hold space for people and their pain, which itself helps in the healing process, so thank you Shaazia for helping me live a pain free life. It’s been a long journey, but I am grateful I had your help. The crew at the Pad is also super amazing and the place itself is beautifully done with loads of plants & natural light.
The PAD is the HOPE - love Arine

Recently joined the PAD to add something new to my workout routine and I’m pleasantly surprised. Have done classes with Shaaziya, Hanisha, Aman and Rupesh and all of them were something different. The reformer is a great machine to help stretch out muscles I’ve never even felt before. Very warm cozy vibe in their place and lots of natural light too.

I've attended a few sessions at the PAD and they are a great studio. Shaazia and her team are superbbbb

Much recommended to fitness enthusiasts. PAD has Qualified staff & training relatively smaller groups to ensure attention to detail. Working out in a group of not more than 6 people really makes the difference

Go to place for Pilates, Dance & cardio workout

The instructors are amazing and every session feels like a private session. The instructors are adept at human anatomy and sensitive to injury and/or needs. My spine flexibility largely improved after just 10 sessions or so.

Shaazia is an amazing instructor, i had an amazing time learning Pilates from her. I thoroughly enjoyed my time training and have.recovered from my back injury. Thanks to Shaazia for helping me correct my postures.

For as long as I can remember, I have been passionate about hiking in the mountains. But due to my persistent knee pain, I haven't been able to pursue this passion for many years. As my knee pain arose from weakened muscles supporting the knee, there was no straightforward or overnight remedy. The only solution that my doctor prescribed was strengthening my muscles cautiously with exercises.

So I decided to try pilates. After merely 10 sessions at the PAD, I have gained enough strength in my knees that I am now able to hike every weekend without any pain. What seemed impossible a couple of months ago, is now a reality - thanks to the considerate team at PAD who gave personal attention to my knee situation and planned my workout accordingly.

As a happy and now fit client, I strongly recommend the PAD to anyone who wishes to gain muscle strength through Pilates.

Nice studio! I like to train with Hanisha and Rupesh! And Zumba with Stephania also really good!

I suffered a back injury 6 months ago and was encouraged to do Pilates to strengthen my core and I'm so glad I found The Pad. From my very first trial session, the team has always been welcoming and deeply involved in my recovery. Shazia (the studio director) is a magician and my private sessions with her are the reason my back feels as good as new most days now. You don't just go through various exercises at The Pad, but really learn why your body moves the way it does and how even the slightest corrections in your posture can aid in pain relief. I couldn't recommend Shazia and her team more highly.

One of the best places in Dubai for Pilates. Classes with Shaazia have always been fun, and exciting. Packages are priced well and the instructors are very helpful. Great experience, overall!

My Happy Place!
I have been coming to The Pad for the past 3 months or so. Everyone in the team has been super helpful, I joined the Pad because I had sprained my ankle. Every instructor was informed about my injury and EVERY instructor helped me overcome this.

Happy to be part of the #PadTribe.

Favorite Equipment: The Reformer: D

The PAD experience is flawless. They not only help with regular body fitness and stability but specialize with client who have specific needs. After visiting The PAD I suggested them to my parents. My mother who has a continuous knee pain and my father who is still recovering from a bypass surgery, have been taken care of with perfection. Exercises that have been catered to their individual requirements and limitations were given to them which has resulted in them feeling much more fitter and healthier.

Just started, but enjoyed my first two pilates experiences. The trainers and the stuff are really helpful and kind.

The PAD has all the amenities from changing rooms, to sitting space, Pilates equipment and a beautiful dance studio! Everyone at the studio is extremely helpful and welcoming. Definitely recommend it for dance and fitness enthusiasts.

Good Team Work for our events! They Work with passion and detailing. Loved my experience with Abbas and his team for our clients corporate event we did at Atlantis.

Great Timing & Great Outcome! Will surely work again with PAD!

I’ve had an amazing experience at the pad. One of the best place in Dubai for Pilate and Bollywood dance classes. Packages are priced well and the instructors are very helpful.

This is my happy place.
It is always said ‘ HEALTHY BODY IS YOUR ULTIMATE SOUL PARTNER’ - that’s what TEAM PAD works for.

I joined PAD few months back with acute problem of sciatic pain. With proper exercise technique and guidance from their well trained staff, I am pain free. Not even that they also helped me out in correcting my posture, exercises break which is very much required after working long hours on laptops.

Thank you PAD for making me healthy and strong

Love you guys

The PAD Fitness is a great place to work out at. All the way from the owners - Abbas and Shaazia, to the trainers, everyone is extremely professional and helpful at the same time.
I would recommend The PAD to anyone looking to do pilates or dance (their bhangra class is loads of fun). Kudos guys!

My favorite studio in dubai.perfect location, nice ambiance! Been coming for a months since my Dr.advice me to do pilates I couldn’t find as good as THE PAD PILATES YASMIN KARACHIWALA’s. Have a lot of classes available (Mat, Bosu, equipments, dance, bhangra etc). Every class feels like a private session. The amount of care and attention to detail from instructors is plenty and it's very conveniently … I highly highly highly recommend it for all fitness levels. "love to Rupesh & Hanisha nd all in “THE PAD pilates”?

The Pad is my happy fitness space. I started pilates in NOV 2018 and have never looked back ever since. My posture and my fitness has gone up to the next level thanks to the PAD. The icing on the cake is Bollywood and bhangra power cardio classes which gets me my dose of cardio. These are lot of fun. The combination of pilates and dance together has helped me shed 8 kgs in 4 months in an absolute fun way. This is a gem of a place in the greens and I would recommend anyone and every one to try it out. #realmendopilates. Thank you

I've only ever done pilates at The Pad. I am really glad I started out here, they put at ease as a beginner and upped the intensity as I progressed.

The crew at The Pad as always super helpful and the instructors know their stuff. I always enjoy a session here.:) Keep up the awesome work guys.

Im doing pilates workout with Rochelle and Rupesh because i feel very comfortable with them. You should try bollywood dance with abbas and shekhar &tenisha, its a very fun class. You will enjoy it i love the pad ️

Amazing sessions at the Pad DXB with awesome coaches it’s more like a one to one session with a very friendly ambiance & staff.would highly recommend friends to be here.

The PAD is a great studio. It is a fun and inviting place with fabulous instructors.
The PAD was the first place I had ever tried Pilates at and I'm so glade that I did. I would 100% recommend to everyone.

Great place to workout. I have been going to The Pad since last year and I'm just amazed how their fitness programs helped me a lot in reaching my goal. I am a very lazy person but with the sessions they have, i started to love working out. Its more of having fun for me. So if you are looking for funpacked workout classes or sessions, The Pad is the right place for you. I love the staff, the members and everything about this fitness center

I love coming to the PAD. The vibe is amazing! I look forward to every class with Shaazia. She’s one of the best teachers I have come across. ️

I have been going to Yasmine Karachiwala’s The Pad for almost a year now. I would say i have benefited enormously from my private sessions with Shaazia. She is just awesome! Technically she is outstanding and her knowledge of the human body and anatomy is on point. Her classes are refreshingly varied, she demonstrates every move with precision and every class is a complete workout at every level.
I have also attended a few dance classes at the Pad, would highly recommend Abbas for bollywood dancing & Power Bhangra, if you want to sweat and burn those calories.
The Pad’s staff are so warm, friendly and accommodating. Love the fact, they always send reminders before every class. This is a place one must try, you can’t help but fall in love with them.

This studio is my happy place! Its always clean and fresh, has a great atmosphere, a lot of natural light (which is so important) and needless to say the best instructors. After trying few fitness studios in Dubai I’m never moving from The Pad ️

The PAD is probably the best thing happened to me in 2020.
Shazia and Rupesh are very knowledgeable trainers, they make sure each exercise is done in only right way, correcting posture till its perfect.
I have joined with my daughter and we look forward everyday for our variety of classes which never let us bored of our workouts.
Highly recommend

This is where i got introduced to Pilates. I have been coming to The PAD since it opened in Aug 2018. I love this place and its been my second home since then! The whole team is super friendly and welcoming. The trainers are knowledgeable and keep everyone motivated to ensure we reach our fitness goals. The studio has a cute ambience and is very neat with all the equipment well maintained. I enjoy coming here and thoroughly enjoy my work outs here!

“I, Savita Nair, had a great time attending the workout session. After each session felt an overall increase in energy. For me it treats pain, I am having frozen shoulder and spondylitis problem since a year and with this lockdown experienced a new pain ……back ache. Pilates exercise helped me treat my pain with no medicine, infact its fun to do as it’s a combination of breathing and strength. ”

Happiness is when you go to a place, where you enjoy what you are doing. This can only be possible if the people around you are helpful & smiling. This is one of the reasons why enjoying going The Pad. It’s a fun place, where you don’t feel that the working out is boring.
The trainers are fantastic, they guide you even while doing a class, make sure your postures are correct.
Shaazia is a warm & friendly person, always there to give you the right advise on how to do a perfect workout.
If you haven’t been there you have no idea what you missing. The place for the best Pilates in Dubai.

A place built with love, care and detail. We ensure every person who comes here has a unique and personalised experience with the best instructors. We can’t wait to welcome you!

I felt each and every muscle in my body move like it has never moved before. If you are into fitness, you have certainly not completed the journey without experiencing a session at The PAD.

My daughter who is 11 years old, has joined Shazias summer camp and is having such a blast doing her kids pilates. She was always a book worm and it's good to see how she looks forward to the class and even practices it on the day the classes are not there.

Shazia is exceptional with the kids. I would highly recommend her. I have also enrolled for the adult batch to get introduced pilates.

I had been Pilates regularly since 4 years when I first came to Pad. I thought I knew exactly what they were offering so I resisted visiting for months even on a friend's insistence. I ended up attending a Pilates Chair class through Classpass (omit?) and was blown away. The class was so challenging and worked muscles that I didn't know existed in my body. This experience was repeated class after class. I thought I was regular, fit and working hard but not seeing results till then, now I knew - the small cues from The Pad trainers made all the difference. During the course of my membership, I happened to injure myself and was so grateful to already be with Shaazia in privates. I am certain that I have averted further injury, pain or even a surgery with our regular sessions. I don't know what I did in the name of Pilates before, but this is magic.

An excellent facility with the most genuinely caring, knowledgeable and enthusiastic team. Whether, it's dance, pilates or any other form of exercise, you'll find an eager trainer to help you navigate your workout journey. During the COVID pandemic, I'd been taking private classes with Shaazia and she has not only helped me physically with my many physical problems but her commitment kept me committed to my workout routine. I'd complete my daily exercises without slacking off thanks to her. Thank you, The Pad for helping me stay Healthy and frankly a little sane during this crazy time.

I’ve been going to the PAD since February 2020 and I can safely say, it is one of my best finds in this year! All their classes and all the trainers are brilliant.and the fact that they continued with the virtual classes was the cherry on the top! I’ve tried their beginning Pilates and Cardio classes, but my favorites will always be the Bollywood and Bhangra sessions! I think everyone should definitely try a class once and you will become addicted just like I did:)

We at Pluto Travels took Online Pilates Classes with Shaazia. It was a great team building. Shaazia is simply amazing with her high quality of service. She has a deep knowledge on physiology and Pilates. Our team has taken her class and most of us are beginners but we managed to complete the session without any hassles. We will highly recommend The Pad to our clients as she uplift not only our physical well being of but also our confidence.

During the Covid Pandemic, I was introduced to The Pad's Virtual/Online Pilates & Dance classes. I would like to highlight that my experience has been extremely enriching and I am grateful to Shaazia (Pilates) and Abbas (Dance) for not only helping me create a fruitful workout routine but also proactively working with me to improve my problem areas, be it strength or mobility. The team at The Pad is fantastic and takes genuine interest in all their clients, special mention to Shaazia, who by far is one of the most superior Pilates instructors I have come across. I can vouch for their high quality of service and would definitely recommend it to a lot more people out there who are looking to train/learn under very capable and enthusiastic instructors.

I would like to thank the Pad for being one of the key drivers in maintaining my sanity/ mental & physical health during these unprecedented times.

I have been coming to the Pad since January 2,2020. Yes, it was just one of those initial new year resolutions which I was not very confident about following to the tee, to be very honest, but once I started coming to this place, I just could not help, not coming! The Pad is amazing! The people here are amazing! Shaazia, Abbas, Rupesh, Shekhar, Soumen, Natalia, Pau, Abi, Nikita- They are all amazing instructors! I have been doing Bollywood, Zumba, Kickboxing and Pilates for the last one and a half months and love how my body is gradually transforming. I have lost almost about 6 kilos in the last few weeks and cannot wait to hit my goal weight. Pilates has also helped me with my knee and back pain. So, all in all, this has been a very very rewarding association.

If you are looking to get fit in a healthy and fun way, you have to come to the Pad. Sure, it is a fitness centre but people here are actually invested in your well-being. I have not missed a single class till date (unless I have been traveling) because these guys really care about you and make you feel like home.

P. S. - This review is not paid, just in case if you were wondering:)

Love the Pad! This has become my happy place. Very comfortable and pleasant environment. The instructors are attentive to your existing physical conditions and encourage proper form when conducting the exercises. The all around service is personal and everyone makes you feel like you are part of the Pad family.