A space designed for focused transformation.
About Us
An intimate, distraction-free studio in Kerrisdale where you can move with intention, stay connected to your body, and feel fully supported.
At Canvas Pilates, we help clients thrive in their bodies through hands-on guidance, intentional instruction, and focused concentration. At the heart of our work is the teacher-student relationship - a thoughtful partnership grounded in trust, careful observation, and a commitment to meeting each client exactly where they are. From there, we guide each individual forward with precision and purpose, supporting the kind of progress that is both intelligent and lasting. By cultivating a deeper mind-body connection, we help the body move with greater efficiency, clarity, and ease, leaving clients with “renewed sense of physical vitality and and elevated spirit!”
The Canvas Approach
What makes Canvas Pilates different.
Honoring the Method.
We honor the lineage of Joseph Pilates through teaching grounded in the integrity, precision, and intention of the classical method.
Designed for You.
Not a Template.
Pilates that Transforms.
We believe the true power of Pilates lies not only in the results it creates, but in the way it empowers clients to embody the practice over time. Through precise instruction and consistent practice, students build strength, refine alignment, and carry the work into everyday life.
Led by Marcia Rosales
A 3rd generation certified classical Pilates teacher.
Trained by Brett Howard and certified through the New York Pilates Studio Program, Marcia carries rare classical lineage and deep anatomical expertise. With experience teaching in NYC, Washington, and Vancouver — and a specialty in Pre & Post-Natal Pilates — her personalized approach to movement is the guiding philosophy behind Canvas Pilates.
Marcia Rosales
Marcia Rosales is a third-generation certified classical Pilates teacher recognized for her depth of knowledge, thoughtful instruction, and highly personalized approach. Trained by Brett Howard at Classical Pilates USA and certified through the New York Pilates Studio Teacher Certification Program in 2014, she brings a profound respect for the classical method together with a nuanced understanding of anatomy and movement.
Over the course of her career, Marcia has worked with a wide range of clients at respected studios in New York City, Jersey City, Washington, and Vancouver, B.C. Her teaching is grounded in precision, individuality, and the belief that Pilates can transform the way people move, feel, and live in their bodies. With a trained eye for movement patterns and a commitment to lasting results, she designs sessions that are both precise and deeply effective.
She also specializes in pre- and postnatal Pilates, supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum with safe, intelligent movement. She created and facilitated a pre- and postnatal course for BCRPA and now continues this work through her own Pre- and Postnatal Workshop, helping other teachers support this population with greater knowledge.
After a 17-year career in corporate fashion, Marcia followed her calling to share Pilates full time and founded Canvas Pilates in 2019. She is deeply committed to continual learning, regularly attending workshops and symposiums to deepen her knowledge while
maintaining a dedicated personal practice with teachers from around the world. Through her teaching, workshops, and mentorship, Marcia continues to help others build strength, move with greater awareness, and experience the transformative power of Pilates
Most Common Questions
Canvas Pilates is equipped with classical apparatus from highly regarded manufacturers such as Legacy, Contrology by Balanced Body, and Gratz. Our studio includes reformers, Wunda Chairs, the Cadillac, barrels, and a range of smaller apparatus to support a thoughtful, challenging, and well-rounded Pilates practice.
The studio is located on the 2nd floor in the Kerrisdale Professional Building.
There are limited FREE parking spaces in the ground lot West of the building.
Studio Policies
We kindly ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel your session. Cancellation requests can be sent to info@canvaspilates.com. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged in full. Thank you so much for your understanding and for helping us honor our instructors’ time.
To help keep our studio healthy and comfortable for everyone, we kindly ask that you stay home if you are feeling unwell. Grip socks are required for all classes and sessions, and are available for purchase at the studio if needed.
Please note the expiration dates of all packages at the time of purchase.
-New Student Intro Sessions expire within 3 weeks of the first session to help you build consistency and experience the benefits of Pilates from the start.
-5-session/class packages expire within 3 months of the first session.
All packages are non-refundable and non-transferable, and any unused sessions cannot be carried forward. Extensions may be considered in cases of illness or injury. To request an extension, please email info@canvaspilates.com.
Canvas Pilates is a fragrance-free studio. Out of consideration for those with sensitivities, we kindly ask that you refrain from wearing perfume, essential oils, or arriving with smoke or cigarette scent on clothing.
To support a calm and seamless studio experience, please arrive a few minutes early or on time for your session. Late arrivals can be disruptive and may affect the flow of class for both instructors and fellow clients.
We reserve the right to cancel a group class or convert it to a semi-private session if fewer than 3 clients are registered.
From time to time, teaching instructors for sessions and semi-private classes may change without notice. We appreciate your understanding.
To join a semi-private class, we require completion of at least 1 private session or our Intro to Pilates Group Series. Teacher approval is also required to ensure the class is the right fit for your experience level and to help maintain a safe, supportive environment for everyone.
“At my first private session with Marcia, I felt unsure and not physically or emotionally strong. I was just making my way back from a serious health crisis which had lasted several years. I was now on the other side of this and so ready to get my physical strength back. I needed to find someone who would give personalized attention to my individual limitations & abilities. Marcia was the perfect answer to this need. She listened to me, designed my sessions to help me make a slow return to strength and she supported me with encouragement the whole way.”
— Catherine S.