Springboard Pilates vs Reformer Pilates: What's the Difference, and Which Is Right for You? If you've been searching for Pilates in East Dulwich or anywhere across SE22, two terms keep coming up: **Reformer** and **Springboard**. Both use spring resistance, both come from the same Pilates tradition, and both will make you stronger. But they're not the same piece of kit — and the difference matters more than most studios let on. Here's an honest breakdown of how they compare,