Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair (Jet Black)

Q: How does the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair compare to other Pilates chairs in its class? The Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair stands out in the premium Pilates chair category by combining features rarely found together on a single machine: it's the only stability chair built with a double-steel frame for increased durability and stability, fully adjustable handles that attach, detach, and lock securely for lunges and dips, dual pedals that move independently for unilateral/reciprocal training or lock together as a single unit for bilateral work, a unique hook-on spring tension system that lets you swap resistance in seconds without tools, easy-roll wheels for repositioning, and 6 standard plus 20+ custom upholstery colors. Combined with 60-day access to Merrithew Connect digital workouts and a limited lifetime frame warranty, it delivers the durability and versatility of a Pilates studio machine in a compact home-friendly format.

Who is the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair best for? The Split-Pedal Stability Chair is best for Pilates studios, PT and rehab clinics, boutique fitness facilities, athletic performance centers, and serious home Pilates practitioners who want a full studio-grade experience in a compact footprint. It's especially well-suited for rehab clients who need to stay seated or upright while rebalancing muscles, athletes seeking high-performance conditioning, instructors serving diverse client populations (independent or locked pedal options accommodate any fitness level), and users with limited space who still want equipment that supports a complete full-body Pilates practice.

Q: Who is the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair best for? The Split-Pedal Stability Chair is best for Pilates studios, PT and rehab clinics, boutique fitness facilities, athletic performance centers, and serious home Pilates practitioners who want a full studio-grade experience in a compact footprint. It's especially well-suited for rehab clients who need to stay seated or upright while rebalancing muscles, athletes seeking high-performance conditioning, instructors serving diverse client populations (independent or locked pedal options accommodate any fitness level), and users with limited space who still want equipment that supports a complete full-body Pilates practice.

How does the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair work? The Split-Pedal Stability Chair is a multifunctional Pilates apparatus where the user performs exercises in seated, standing, kneeling, and prone positions against spring-loaded pedals. The user connects springs (light or heavy) using the hook-on system, sets the pedals to move independently or locked, attaches the adjustable handles if needed, and works through exercises that train upper body, lower body, and core simultaneously. The compact base and dual-pedal design allow for a huge variety of exercises across strength, mobility, stability, and rehab applications.

Q: How does the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair work? The Split-Pedal Stability Chair is a multifunctional Pilates apparatus where the user performs exercises in seated, standing, kneeling, and prone positions against spring-loaded pedals. The user connects springs (light or heavy) using the hook-on system, sets the pedals to move independently or locked, attaches the adjustable handles if needed, and works through exercises that train upper body, lower body, and core simultaneously. The compact base and dual-pedal design allow for a huge variety of exercises across strength, mobility, stability, and rehab applications.

What is the "split-pedal" design, and why does it matter? The dual pedals can move independently (each pedal responds to one leg or arm separately) or be locked together to function as a single unit. Independent movement enables unilateral and reciprocal training — critical for identifying and correcting left/right strength imbalances, retraining coordination after injury, and challenging stability on one side at a time. Locking the pedals together provides a stable bilateral pressing surface for foundational strength work. Having both modes in one machine makes the Split-Pedal Chair meaningfully more versatile than fixed-pedal alternatives. What is the double-steel frame, and why is it a unique feature? Merrithew builds this stability chair with a double-steel frame — the only stability chair on the market with this construction. The doubled frame significantly increases rigidity and stability, especially during standing and dynamic exercises where the user's full bodyweight loads the machine. It also extends long-term durability under repeated commercial and studio use, which is why the frame carries a limited lifetime warranty.

$2,149.00

Sku: ST11111 / ST-11111

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Split-Pedal Independent or Locked

Double-Steel Frame Construction

350 lb Weight Capacity

Lifetime Frame Warranty

Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair Jet Black in a Pilates studio

The single-pedal limitation

A connected pedal can only train both legs the same way

Most Pilates chairs share a single connected pedal, which is fine for bilateral movement but leaves no way to catch the strength or stability differences that show up between a client's left and right side, the kind of imbalance rehab clients and serious athletes actually need to correct rather than work around.

The Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair in Jet Black solves this with pedals that move independently for unilateral and reciprocal training, or lock together securely for traditional two-legged exercises. It's the only Stability Chair Merrithew builds on a double-steel frame, and fully adjustable handles attach or detach easily for supported lunges, dips, and standing balance work, locking securely once in place.

Compact and easy to roll into place on its integrated transport wheels, it fits professional Pilates studios, rehab clinics, and home training spaces where a full reformer simply won't fit, without asking anyone to compromise on the depth of the workout.

Built for a wide exercise library

One machine, dozens of movement patterns

Split-Pedal System

Independent or locked movement

Adjustable Handles

Attach for lunges, dips, balance work

Custom Resistance

2 light, 2 heavy springs, 3 hook-ons

Easy-Roll Wheels

Reposition without heavy lifting

Cushioned Pedals

Vinyl-covered, ultra-soft foam

Merrithew Connect

60 days of streaming Pilates classes

From seated presses and single-leg pumps to spine stretches and standing lunges, the split-pedal design opens up a meaningfully wider exercise library than a standard single-pedal chair, for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.

Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair Jet Black pedal and spring detail

What owners say

A private studio favorite with clients and instructors alike

"A great addition to my private studio. The clients love it. Well built and very versatile."

Verified Studio Owner, Regina, Canada

A standard single-pedal Pilates chair costs less, and a generic imitation chair may cost less still, but both lock clients into bilateral movement and typically skip the double-steel frame this chair is built on. For a studio or clinic running clients through unilateral and rehab-specific work every day, that difference shows up in both results and how long the equipment lasts.

Ideal for

Rehab clinics, professional Pilates studios, and home practitioners who want split-pedal versatility and commercial-grade durability in a compact footprint.

Includes free delivery. The Fitness Outlet is an authorized Merrithew dealer, ensuring full manufacturer warranty support on every purchase.

Specifications

Specifications data

Width 31 in 78.8 cm
Height with handles 55.5 in 141 cm
Depth 33 in 83.8 cm
Weight 82 lbs 37.2 kg
Dimensions · Chair seat
Width 21.6 in 54.9 cm
Depth 15 in 38.1 cm
Height from floor 24.3 in 61.5 cm
Weight capacity: 350 lbs / 159 kg

Warranty

Warranty data

Limited lifetime warranty: Frame and related welding
90 days: Upholstery
2 years: All other components

FAQs

Frequently asked question

How does the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair compare to other Pilates chairs in its class?

The Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair stands out in the premium Pilates chair category by combining features rarely found together on a single machine: it's the only stability chair built with a double-steel frame for increased durability and stability, fully adjustable handles that attach, detach, and lock securely for lunges and dips, dual pedals that move independently for unilateral/reciprocal training or lock together as a single unit for bilateral work, a unique hook-on spring tension system that lets you swap resistance in seconds without tools, easy-roll wheels for repositioning, and 6 standard plus 20+ custom upholstery colors. Combined with 60-day access to Merrithew Connect digital workouts and a limited lifetime frame warranty, it delivers the durability and versatility of a Pilates studio machine in a compact home-friendly format.

Who is the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair best for?

The Split-Pedal Stability Chair is best for Pilates studios, PT and rehab clinics, boutique fitness facilities, athletic performance centers, and serious home Pilates practitioners who want a full studio-grade experience in a compact footprint. It's especially well-suited for rehab clients who need to stay seated or upright while rebalancing muscles, athletes seeking high-performance conditioning, instructors serving diverse client populations (independent or locked pedal options accommodate any fitness level), and users with limited space who still want equipment that supports a complete full-body Pilates practice.

How does the Merrithew Split-Pedal Stability Chair work?

The Split-Pedal Stability Chair is a multifunctional Pilates apparatus where the user performs exercises in seated, standing, kneeling, and prone positions against spring-loaded pedals. The user connects springs (light or heavy) using the hook-on system, sets the pedals to move independently or locked, attaches the adjustable handles if needed, and works through exercises that train upper body, lower body, and core simultaneously. The compact base and dual-pedal design allow for a huge variety of exercises across strength, mobility, stability, and rehab applications.

What is the "split-pedal" design, and why does it matter?

The dual pedals can move independently (each pedal responds to one leg or arm separately) or be locked together to function as a single unit. Independent movement enables unilateral and reciprocal training — critical for identifying and correcting left/right strength imbalances, retraining coordination after injury, and challenging stability on one side at a time. Locking the pedals together provides a stable bilateral pressing surface for foundational strength work. Having both modes in one machine makes the Split-Pedal Chair meaningfully more versatile than fixed-pedal alternatives.

What is the double-steel frame, and why is it a unique feature?

Merrithew builds this stability chair with a double-steel frame — the only stability chair on the market with this construction. The doubled frame significantly increases rigidity and stability, especially during standing and dynamic exercises where the user's full bodyweight loads the machine. It also extends long-term durability under repeated commercial and studio use, which is why the frame carries a limited lifetime warranty.

What springs and accessories are included with the Split-Pedal Stability Chair?

The chair ships with 2 light chair springs, 2 heavy chair springs, and 3 hook-on spring attachments — enough spring variety to program a wide range of exercises across different resistance levels. Also included: fully adjustable handles (attach/detach), owner's manual, and 60-day access to Merrithew Connect digital workouts. Assembly is required. Optional Spring Packages are available separately for facilities wanting additional resistance variety.