Just had my first introductory session with Gina. For context, I have a Merrithew SPX reformer at…read morehome. I moved away from the "studio" I have used for the last 10 or so years, and needed to find a new one. It's hard now to measure any studio against you have had such a long and great relationship with. The studio has a variety of tables & machines (not my brand, but ...) and other techniques (or programs) - TRX. After an hour of putting me through my paces, assessing my skills & fitness, to see where I would fit into group classes, I feel pretty good about Gina & the studio. It's not my first home, but I think I'll grow to fit in. Gina has a great personality for a trainer; personable, knowledgeable, and thoughtful. I decided after my experience to sign up for the group classes, the first two between or calendars, all future are via the Internet, conveniently from home. I highly recommend if your are curious able Pilates or looking for a studio, you give Gina a try.

If you're interested in trying Pilates, Perfect Balance Pilates is a great place to start. My first…read morePilates session was last summer with Cynthia who has helped me strengthen relevant muscles to address my back and hip pain. Cynthia took care, early on, to make sure that I never overextended myself and used proper form to avoid injury. So often I would fall back into my old habits. You know, head forward, shoulders hunched, etc. With gentle coaching I was able to correct my posture during exercises to gain the full benefit of my efforts. On departing Sequim, I continued to practice. It's really changed my life, and I've continued to book a session with Cynthia whenever I return.

I truly highly recommend Cindy Gabriel of Active Life Pilates (formerly Burton Pilates). She is…read morealso a Certified Teacher of Gyrotonics, which has hugely benefited my body. I'm in my late fifties now, have always been active and fairly flexible but hated exercise partly because increasingly, I would do it too hard too fast (and now I know with improper alignement) and injure myself. I came to Cindy about a year ago while dealing with chronic back pain for which I was seeing a chiropractor (Dr. Cox at Sound Health Chiropractic). I knew I needed to strengthen my body to help hold the excellent adjustments made my Dr.Cox. I can't say enough about the benefits of Cindy's coaching, even on a once a week basis. She has taught me/is teaching me proper alignment which is so essential in every day life, let alone exercise. The routines are demanding but not overly so and I have learned that harder does not always benefit more. A great relief. Cindy adapts to my needs each week. I have since added my own daily (and easy) exercise routine at home. I can follow the DVD instructions easily because of Cindy's careful coaching. Needless to say, the benefits have multiplied. For someone who hated exercise, I am amazed: I feel so much stronger, as if my body were one tight unit rather than an assembly of dangling part. I actually miss the routines when I have to skip a day at home or a week of more intensified workout with Cindy. The effects are so tangible. Thanks Cindy!

Burton PIlates is now Active Life Pilates - still in Anacortes, WA. Contact at 360 770-4030…read more http://www.activelifepilates.com

I enjoyed my Reformer classes at the studio while I was visiting town :) Everyone was so welcoming…read more- instructors, front desk, and students. When I return to WA I look forward to taking more classes, and trying the mat Pilates too!

I was excited to take a barre class since they had a barre in the studio. The class I took was more…read moreof a mat class with some weights. When I asked the instructor at the end of class if she could recommend a barre class time at the studio that is more traditional and uses the barre, the response was we all do different classes all the time. It felt very dismissive and I felt very unwelcome to try another barre class. I think a class titled barre in a studio with a barre would use the barre. I was willing to try other classes but the instructors response and her mentioning during class while using weights" this is the cheapest boob job you will ever get" has left me feeling this is not the environment that is inclusive or focused on mind body connection vs. just outward appearance. I also took a pilates mat class and neither of the instructors offered any modifications.

A great Pilates studio! A very knowledgeable kind staff, custom programs for each individual based…read moreon your abilities or disabilities and physical condition. I have been attending for over 3 years . They are in the midst of moving to a new location right now and I can't wait till they are able to re-open

From the owner: Victoria Pilates Inc. is one of the only facilities on Vancouver Island that offers custom designed…read morePilates programs, providing private, semi-private, and small group classes. Unlike group-led apparatus classes which do not address the individual's unique body needs, the highly skilled instructors at Victoria Pilates recognize that no two bodies are alike and therefore we design individual programs to fit the needs of each person. We believe that you gain the most health benefits when you learn how your own body should move safely in daily activities and so we take a personal approach to your movement regime. Group apparatus workouts are made up of participants practicing their own unique routine with shared supervision and instruction. Victoria Pilates teachers have been trained and are experienced in working with clients with specific needs such as: * Scoliosis, chronic back pain, herniated disc * Pre and Postnatal * Osteoporosis * Feet problems * Pre and Post-surgery such as hip replacement and reconstructive knee surgery * Multiple Sclerosis * Muscular Dystrophy * Parkinson's Disease * Dancers * Golfers * Athletes * Carpal tunnel syndrome

Went to Terry after being diagnosed with hip bursitis and pilates was recommended. Terry is…read moreextremely knowlegeable, she changes up the lessons each time so they are challenging and fun too. I watched my body change, become strong, and my hip improve each visit.

From the owner: I specialize in individual (Solo) and (Duet) sessions. I am a RN of 38 years and Peak Pilates…read moreComprehensively trained in a Classical approach. I work with all individuals special needs, pre rehabilitation and post rehabilitation. Special release from Doctor required to participate in Pilates Exercise program after surgery. Pilates is all about keeping getting the body stronger and keeping the body moving.

Good instruction, good atmosphere and equipment well maintained. Jennifer was great and the…read morestudents were all friendly but got right down to business.

From the owner: We specialize in classic Pilates and we are honored to offer a fully equipped studio with Gratz…read moreapparatus. The top of the line! We have mats, towers, reformers, chairs, spine correctors, toe correctors, barrels, a cadillac, baby arm chair, electric chair, a pedi-pole, and ladder barrel. All of the tools Joe Pilates used. We offer Pilates private sessions, where each session is customized for you, for your strengths and weakness, and for your goals and objectives. As well as small group classes. Pilates is for everyone - healthy and fit or not so healthy, no so fit.

Love. Great vibe, great schedule. Easy parking. Just moved to kingston and am happy to have found…read morethis studio.

amazing studio offering a variety of classes for all levels and practiced / Michelle Tread more

I've been a student of Anna's for a while now but each lesson feels new and fresh…read more I have had a dedicated Pilates practice for about four years. I have been in studios in Boston, Michigan, Carmel, Hollywood and the San Francisco Bay Area. I seek out new studios where ever my travels take me as I like to see what instructors can offer and I use Pilates as my main form of exercise. I have found the best instructors to invariably have a dance background and a certain sensitivity that allows them to explain what can be an amorphous concept in the body. Anna is, without a doubt, a truly excellent instructor. She has the intuitive understanding of how the body works, the intense focus on how your body is responding to instruction and she has that certain something that makes the time fly by and the session fun and interesting. Her approach is geared to where you are in your body and in your practice and I have grown so much since I have studied with her. She works in a private space, not in a big studio. This helps with attention to your needs and at the same time gives you space to explore without feeling intimidated or self-conscious. This is great for those new to Pilates or for those, like me, who are further along. Highly highly recommended. Enjoy!