about BASI

THE ART & SCIENCE
of Human Movement & Innovation

Established in 1989 by world-renowned Pilates Educator, Rael Isacowitz, BASI has been a leader in top-tier Pilates education for 30 years and counting. BASI (Body Arts and Science International) is dedicated to remaining true to art, to science, and, most importantly, true to Joseph and Clara Pilates. With a reputation for innovation and academic excellence, BASI strives to provide the most comprehensive Pilates education experience and educational resources available.

Mission Statement

The mission of BASI is to create and maintain professional standards for the teaching of the Pilates method and to preserve and perpetuate the gift of Pilates by educating teachers of the highest calibre.

Our Values

PASSION – Celebrate life

COMPASSION – Empower Humanity

EXCELLENCE – Reach for greatness

"We are changing the world one person at a time."


– Rael Isacowitz

BASI Pilates Academy - Amsterdam

BASI Pilates Academy - Amsterdam

At BASI Pilates Academy – Amsterdam our goal is to change lives through the art and science of Pilates. We are a full-service Pilates studio offering Pilates classes, private sessions, and semi-private sessions to our local community. We also proudly offer year-round BASI Pilates teacher training programs and continuing education for Pilates instructors.


With a clean, welcoming environment and friendly staff, BASI Pilates Academy – Amsterdam is the perfect place for new clients to achieve their fitness goals, whether to gain more core strength, reduce back pain, improve athletic performance, and retrain post-injury, or simply stay pain-free.


Because our studio serves as an education centre for Pilates professionals, our team of high calibre instructors ranges in experience level from apprentice through senior instructors. Our instructors have gone through the BASI Pilates teacher training program and teach consistently thorough, well-rounded sessions to ensure our clients receive a balanced, full-body workout.


Contact us today to schedule a tour of our studio and learn more about how to get started.