Michelle is fantastic. She is thorough and highly educated. Knows what works for your body and takes it slow if need be or pushes you if your up for it. Classic Pilates teacher. She is excellent!!! read more

Belkis is the best! Within 2 months of bi-weekly one-on one sessions I moved through my backpain that had plagued me for years. As a physical therapist (with a Pilates training a few decades ago) I am super picky about who I work with and Belkis has been a real blessing to me. She is an excellent teacher, an astute observer and keeps a steady eye on my form and safety while constantly challenging me to get stronger. She is classically trained with Romana Kryzanowska, who learned straight from Josef Pilates. I feel taller, stronger and more happy now. What a great feeling to have this lift inside and to be able to do everything I want with a strong back and core. Thank you, Belkis! read more

I've been going to Belkis for about a year because of my history with lower back disc bulges, sciatica and the weakest core ever. I'm now doing things in class and in life I would have never thought I'd be able to do! I find myself standing differently, using my core for everyday life activities, and I feel amazing that I'm so much stronger. I don't know what I'd do without Belkis. I've tried other places in the area 1-2 years ago and no one had the level of experience and interest in improving my body and life like Belkis. I've had well-trained teachers back home in Miami, so I was discouraged with my core when I moved to Oregon until I met Belkis. After my first class I knew she was the real deal. read more

I've been attending private pilates sessions with Belkis at Pilates Studio Ashland for about 4 yrs. I am so very grateful to have found her. About 15 yrs ago I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis and a bulging disc. I tried multiple sessions of physical therapy, chiropractic treatment, massage, and acupuncture. Those treatments didn't resolve my issues, so I resolved to have surgery. The relief was huge and I was able to enjoy life again. Unfortunately, mild sciatica returned about 4 yrs ago, which is why I searched for a pilates studio. I wanted to develop a strong core to reduce the pain that was starting. I had been to group yoga classes before, and new that would not relieve my pain. Belkis listened to my history, and began to work with me. She adapted sessions to what I could do, and increased difficulty as I became stronger. Today, my sciatica is at bay, and I can comfortably drive, walk, and enjoy life. Anyone considering pilates should not hesitate to contact Belkis. She is the best at identifying your bodies physical capabilities and provides personalization to your workouts. Without her continued support and individual guidance, I would be a mess. Do yourself a favor, go to Belkis, she is professional, kind, and gives the best individual workout instruction. read more

I wrote a review of Pilates Studio Ashland several years ago. But, since I have returned to Pilates after having a very serious fall last year which resulted in a broken left hip followed by a hip replacement, I feel I need to do an update. Beklis has been exceptionally supportive of my return and helping me resume my practice of Pilates. Since I broke my left hip it's a bit wonky and very unstable. She goes way beyond what I would expect of a Pilates instructor. She even climbs onto the top of the equipment to stabilize my leg. I'm amazed by how much strength and stability I've recovered since returning to her studio. I noticed during my session today that although she is although she is still stabilizing my leg, my leg is recovering and it's not requiring the same lever of support it once did. She has been essentially tailoring my Pilates workout to my limitations and this is really helping me regain use of my left leg. I am really thankful to have Pilates Studio Ashland available. read more

Belkis is a miracle worker! I started seeing her for Pilates when I was going though a bit of a health crisis. I knew I needed one on one classes because I was in a fragile state. Belkis gave me the proper attention and care I needed. She is gifted beyond measure and knows how to tailor each class according to your body's needs. Her hands on corrections, attentiveness, and phenomenal guidance had my confidence restored in a just a few short weeks--this was a treatment I had never received before in group classes! Every time I leave her (immaculately clean) studio, I feel aligned, uplifted, and fully present. I am proud to share that Belkis has supported me through a major life transformation, and I'm now standing stronger than ever with a new found love for my vessel. Truly, I am humbled and grateful for what she offers and it shows through her dedication and passion for wellness. Thank you, beautiful Belkis for helping me unify...body, mind, and soul ~ Dayna read more

I've been practicing Pilates for 7 months with Belkis. I cannot say enough great things about her. First of all, this is not your typical pilates class. I've taken a few "pilates" inspired classes and this is nothing like that. She works with you one on one and tailors the class to your ability and needs, constantly correcting your alignment so that you do not injure yourself and you train the right muscle group. She has years of experience training in NYC with Romana Kryzanowska, who was a student of Joseph Pilates and took over his studio after his death. After my shoulder injury and subsequent frozen shoulder, I've tried all sorts of exercise but they all seemed to aggravate my injury and I had nearly given up on working out. That's when I met Belkis. And during the entire time that I've trained with her, I have never left feeling over strained, and I've been able to gain strength despite the injury. There are a couple of key things I've noticed from working with her. First, sessions with her have a similar effect to a good massage. You know the kind where you feel rejuvenated with blood flowing throughout your body and your body is able to move more fluidly? It's great when you have a chronic injury like I do. Second, I've noticed a distinct change in my body (esp my waistline), even though I haven't changed my diet and I don't have the time (or make the time?) to exercise more like I should. She has an amazing eye for proper alignment, is a great teacher, and keeps me laughing during class. And since she teaches from her home, it's way more affordable than private lessons at other studios. Pilates is a great gift and investment in yourself. read more

This really is as good as it gets! I'm on my second set of sessions with Belkis and could not be more pleased. In less than two months I have definition in my body, balance is so much better and I have learned more in the past two months than the past year doing Pilates! She has me do a complete workout as per Joseph Pilate's techniques, pushing me in a very positive, correct way and no two sessions are the same, each customized to how my body and brain are working at that moment. Just perfection! Thank you B!! read more