SampleSeason 1 of 4 · collect them allWinter 2027
Valentina
Favorite animal: Dolphin"Because they jump the highest!"
A message for my grown up
Mommy, I can balance like a flamingo! Bet you can't.
Love, ValentinaFun Pilates, made for kids.Play Pilates for ages 4 to 10 that helps kids grow stronger in body and mind, brought to your school, microschool or co-op.
A 30 to 45 minute class of Pilates, strength moves, stations and games, all to music. We bring the music and the plan. You bring a room.
Parent? Start here.
Ola (OH-lah) means wave.
Small private schoolsNo PE teacher or gym needed.
MicroschoolsPE that fits your schedule and your room.
Homeschool co-opsA weekly class on your co-op day.
Learning centersA weekly class that fits your center's schedule.
The class
30 or 45 minutes. Same format every week.
Every class follows The Ola Method, Grace's blend of Pilates, strength, balance and games, designed around how kids develop: coordination, posture and strong hands for the body, and focus, listening and self-control for the mind. Kids know what comes next and grow a little every week.
- Step 1(H)Ola
- Step 2Cresta
- Step 3Agua
- Step 4Arena
The full Ola Method is shared with our partner schools.
Ask us for more- Easier or harder, kids pickEvery move has two versions, so every child works at their own level.
- Everyone playsTeam games where every kid stays in, working toward one shared goal.
- Two languagesWe count in Spanish and English, so kids pick up words as they move.
The science
The science behind our method.
Built on sports science and child development research, to support how kids move, grow and learn.
- A strong, steady body
Safe strength work, Pilates and balance practice, every class.
- Mind and body, together
Slow breaths and body control help kids feel calm and focused.
- Ready to learn
Thinking games and teamwork build focus and friendship.
60 minutes a day. That's how much activity kids need (CDC). Ola helps get them there.
See the research
A strong, steady bodyAAP, NSCA, Hornsby and Johnston, 2020, Au et al., 2014
Mind and body, togetherDunning et al., 2019, Shah, 2023
Ready to learnMao et al., 2024, Verburgh et al., 2014, Rabinowitch et al., 2015, CAST UDL Guidelines
60 minutes a dayCDC
Research guides how we design our classes; it is not a promise of results.
For schools
PE that comes to you.
Made for small schools: one room, a tight schedule, no PE teacher needed.
- Any room
A clear floor and a wall is all we need.
- Your schedule
30 min (ages 4 to 7) or 45 min (ages 8 to 10), twice a week.
- One classroom at a time
About 15 kids, with a staff adult present.
Every class covers
- Strength
- Balance
- Flexibility
- Coordination
- Stamina
- Teamwork
- Focus
How it starts
- Free demo class
- Pick your days
- 12 weeks of Ola
- Ola Card goes home
First Season starts January 12, 2027. Simple quote after your demo.
The Ola Card
The Ola Card: collect all four.
Every Season, each kid takes home a new Ola Card for the fridge and the family group chat. No scores, no grades.
SampleSeason 1 of 4 · collect them allSkills unlocked
- ⭐ Balance on one leg like a flamingo
- ⭐ Hold a strong plank
- ⭐ Freeze like a statue on cue
Her calm down superpower
Next time she's upset, say "wave breath!" and breathe with her: in for 4, out for 6.
Sample card. Real cards go only to the child's family.
The founder
Meet the founder.
Founder · Head coach · Class architect
Hi, I'm Grace.
Movement is my life. I train private clients and studios across South Florida, organize the Swim Miami open water event, and for more than five years I've coached kids ages 5 to 10, from group classes to young competitive swimmers.
I'm Colombian and Panamanian, I love to dance, and nothing makes me happier than watching kids move better, feel stronger and have fun together. That's why I created The Ola Method.
- MS in Sports Science, Nova Southeastern University
- 8+ years as a fitness trainer
- Certified in Pilates and Zumba, plus Barre, Sculpt and functional training
- 5+ years teaching kids 5 to 10, including young competitive swimmers
- Swim Miami organizer and former Miami Beach JCC coach
- English and Spanish
Safety
Safety comes first.
Gentle on growing bodies: no somersaults, headstands or neck circles
Hurts? We stop and tell the family that day
Fingerprint background check for every coach
CPR and first aid certified
Open rooms, school staff present
Photos only with written permission. We never message kids.
Questions
Good questions.
What is Ola?
Ola (Ola Movement) is Play Pilates for kids ages 4 to 10 in Aventura, North Miami and nearby. Founder and head coach Grace brings a fun, game based Pilates class to schools, microschools and homeschool co-ops, in English and Spanish. Each class mixes Pilates, strength, balance and games, and works as part of a school's PE.
Where does Ola teach?
At schools, microschools and homeschool co-ops in Aventura, North Miami, North Miami Beach, Sunny Isles Beach and Hallandale Beach, Florida. We come to you: a clear floor and a free wall are enough. Family classes in the Aventura area start January 12, 2027.
Is Pilates safe for young kids?
Yes, when it's designed for them. Every Ola move has an easier and a harder version, so each child works at their own level. We skip somersaults, headstands and neck circles, a school staff adult is always in the room, and every coach passes a fingerprint background check and holds CPR and first aid.
Who teaches the classes?
Grace, Ola's founder and head coach. She has an MS in Sports Science from Nova Southeastern University, more than 8 years as a fitness trainer, Pilates and Zumba certifications, and more than 5 years coaching kids ages 5 to 10. She teaches in English and Spanish.
When does Ola start?
Our first Season starts January 12, 2027 and runs 12 weeks, with a few partner schools. Book a free demo to hold a spot.
Do we need a gym?
No. A classroom sized space and a free wall are enough. We bring the music and the plan.
How long is a class, and how often?
30 minutes for ages 4 to 7, 45 for ages 8 to 10. We recommend two classes a week, back to back, so one morning covers several classrooms.
What ages?
4 to 10, one classroom and one age group at a time.
How many kids in a class?
Around 15, with a school staff adult present.
What does it cost?
It depends on groups and classes a week. The demo is free, and we send a simple quote after.
English or Spanish?
Both, in every class.
Can families pay with Step Up For Students?
Step Up welcome. Families can pay by card and request reimbursement today, and we're applying to Step Up's EMA Marketplace. Schools pay Ola directly. More for families
Book a free demo at your school.
We reply within one business day to set a date.