Erika is the BEST teacher!! She is professional and kind and skilled. This is the first type of…read moreexercise that has not hurt me after many injuries in my life. I'm very grateful to her and to have found Gyrotonics. I highly recommend her. Her studio is as peaceful as she is, and though I'm strengthening my body with her help, I feel like I'm restoring it as well. I always leave feeling calmer and more at peace while stronger and walking taller.

My recent bone density study proves my bone density increased in my spine and hips compared to 2…read moreyears ago. I attribute this to taking calcium and vitamin D3 and the weight bearing gyrotonic movements I practice once a week at The Flow Space. Aging gracefully with ease, comfort and grace is possible at the Flow Space. Highly recommend working with Erika!

Having tried other pilates studios over the years, I am a loyal and long-term client of Pilates of…read moreMarin. Tammra is the best instructor! She teaches Joe Pilates techniques and the experience has been amazing. I am building strength, pushing my limits and always learning new techniques. Also, unlike prior experiences I have not hurt myself or had issues with my back like I had with a different studio in Marin. I highly recommend Pilates of Marin!

Tammra is the best Pilates teacher I've ever had. Her exercises are constantly changing and focus…read moreon mind and body. I started seeing Tammra when I threw out my back and have had no back issues since. She's wonderful!

Dr. Lauren Malachowski is not simply a physical therapist. She will go the extra mile to ensure you…read morehave the motivation needed to achieve your goals. When treating my long-term knee pain, she tailored an achievable step-by-step plan enabling me to return to distance running. She listened through my skepticism, factored in the daily realities of life, and designed a program tailored to my situation. This dynamic, personalized approach to physical therapy was just what I needed. If you're looking for a physical therapist who genuinely cares about you and your recovery, then you are looking in the right place!

Lauren is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING in all aspects. She is incredibly intelligent, super personable and…read morehighly effective in her methodologies, which all sums up into making her the best physical therapist I have ever encountered. I met Lauren in 2015, after I tore my left ACL and had ACL replacement surgery. Prior to seeing Lauren I saw two other physical therapist, which at that time I thought was fine. I showed up, they gave me some exercises, I did them and went on my merry way, not knowing any better, until I had to go and take a functional fitness test and failed miserably. At that time, I was living in SoCal, but luckily for me I took a contract job that took me to the bay area. When I moved, I had to find a new physical therapist and that's when I found Lauren. From my first appointment I knew that she was the perfect therapist for me. I am a very demanding and straight forward person and told her right off the bat what I expected and what outcome I would like to achieve. I knew I needed to pass the functional fitness test, that became my primary goal. However, I've always been an avid runner and a group fitness instructor so improving my running pace and becoming leaner and stronger were my secondary goals. Lauren never hesitated and confidently reassured me that she will get me to where I want to be. In the span of 3 months I went from experiencing knee pain with every movement to being able to lift weights, complete intense plyometric workouts, and running 8min/mile for up to 4 miles. Lauren was able to get me into better shape than before my injury and in the process, I lost 12 lbs without even thinking about it. Lauren goes above and beyond for her patients. She texted and called me regularly to check up on me and ask me for updates on my knee pain. In the 3 months that I worked with Lauren it never ever felt like work. I looked forward to going to my sessions and actually miss it when I am not able to keep my appointments. Lauren not only made a huge impact on my recovery but has also become a huge part of my life and her genuine care for me has turned us into friends. If you want someone who's all in and who takes your recovery as if it's their own, I wouldn't choose any other therapist. I whole heartedly believe that Lauren is the BEST PHYSICAL THERAPIST out there hands down. I recently tore my right ACL and ended up having another surgery to replace this one as well. I now live in SoCal again and cannot see Lauren for this recovery. I have Kaiser and am forced to go see Kaiser therapists, and all I have to say is that I've been disappointed with their level of knowledge and expertise, commitment to my recovery and overall effectives in providing me the proper care and treatment. I honestly, wished that I could move back just so that I can see Lauren again because I know that 3 months working with her would be more effective than years with another therapist.

My son Jack had shoulder and mid back pain ...He plays high school baseball and football. Michael…read morethe owner nailed it in one visit.....I highly recommend Mill Valley Sports Rehab....they have integrity and experience.....In excellent combination.....parking and location easy. The Morken Family

I should have read the reviews about the rude staff. Called and made an appointment to do PT on a…read morestrained shoulder. They cancelled the appointment day of and then rescheduled for 2 days later. When I went to the rescheduled appointment, they claimed the appointment had been reschedule for 3 weeks later! I asked for an earlier appointment they asked if I wanted to cancel that one! no clue if the therapists are actually good.

I'm fairly new to Pilates, having only taken a few mat and reformer classes over the years. I…read morestarted Pilates to help rehab a lower back and sciatica issue since I didn't find much relief from physical therapy. The studio itself is lovely--the front desk staff is friendly and attentive, and the waiting area is cozy, clean, quiet, and peaceful. I also really appreciate that they keep doors and windows open for fresh air, especially during cold and flu season. A friend recommended private lessons with Carlo, and I've been extremely happy with him. He's an excellent instructor who took the time to understand my medical condition and tailor sessions that avoid aggravating my injury. Instead, he focuses on strengthening my hips, back, and glutes, and improving my posture. I'm learning so much and highly recommend his instruction and the studio.

Hello, my name is Uli and I'm a Spondy!…read more Jokes aside, my doctor recently told me that my leg and back problems result from a condition called Spondylolisthesis - a slipped vertebrae. He mentioned that strengthening my core would be my best bet to control for further damage and he also said that Pilates had shown some promising results in recent studies. Well, I'm not someone who distrusts the opinion of an expert and so I set out to find the best Pilates instructor in my area. I used the messaging feature here on Yelp to connect with 4 or 5 different Pilates studios in Marin: FitWise in Mill Valley was one of the studios and I swear that within a few hours of me sending the message, Ronda - the owner of the studio - gave me a call. I was immediately impressed by Ronda's knowledge about my condition and that comforted me immensely. Since then, I've seen Ronda for regular 1:1 Pilates sessions and I also attend group classes about twice a week. (One of my favorite classes is the matt pilates class as that one gives me a lot of inspiration for home exercises, which I have since integrated into my life as well.) Technical excellency aside, I would also like to give a shoutout to all the instructors and staff: they're all super nice and even though I may have had only a very small interaction with them, they all know me by name. Honestly, that makes such a difference and it makes me look forward to going to class. PS: I would like to encourage the men of Mill Valley to also join this studio. I sometimes feel a bit lonely among the largely female clientele ;-)

I made a commitment to myself for my birthday this year to get in shape. When I considered my…read moreoptions, I decided that having a personal trainer would be the best way to keep me challenged and on track. I had tried a trainer previously when I had a 24 hour fitness gym membership, but honestly I didn't feel comfortable with a guy in his early 20's who was more interested in checking out the bodies of young ladies in the gym than focusing on my fitness. Ugh! I paid for the program and didn't complete it. I then quit my membership all together. Dot has been a completely different experience. She came highly recommended and I knew from the beginning that we'd be a good fit. She's very knowledgeable about fitness, nutrition, flexibility and overall health. She tailors the workouts to the individual and is just the right balance of kicking butt and encouragement that I need. Recently, just as I was starting to feel really fit, I injured myself on the ski slopes. What a bummer! I contacted Dot and she had me come in and work on a modified fitness program so I could stay on track and not feel like I had to put my fitness on hold while I recovered. If you have a goal of getting fit, you should treat yourself to an expert like Dot. I have every confidence that she'll help you get where you want to be. Dot rocks!

I have been attending Dot's Pilates class at the recreation center in Terra Linda for about five…read moreyears. Now, during COVID, I have been participating through Zoom. Dot provides options and levels for each exercise, allowing each person to participate at whatever level works best for them. She has an amazing ability to spot when a student has muscle tightness or back pain and instructs which movements or positions would be most helpful. I notice in myself an improvement in both strength and flexibility. It is exciting to consistently see my abilities improve on familiar movements. Dot is very encouraging and interactive. During the pandemic, attending this familiar class online has been very comforting. Dot has reached out to new students, as well as her devoted "regulars", and made available online multiple types of classes. She has been extremely supportive during this difficult time. I highly recommend checking out her website and her classes.

I've had private coaching with Sharon at International Fire Pilates for nearly 2 years, and it has…read moremade an unanticipated big difference in my strength and mobility. I had a chronic hip infection when I started, which had secondary ramifications for how I walked and moved. Sharon is very intuitive and identified and corrected issues I hadn't even been conscious of. I since had surgery and treatment that eradicated the infection, but required reeducation in how to walk and move. I've had good physical therapists, but my work with Sharon restored my body in ways I hadn't thought possible. I can't recommend Internal Fire highly enough.

I'm so excited that Internal Fire Pilates is close to where I'm moving in San Rafael. This studio…read moreis a true gem in Marin. What makes it stand out immediately is that they teach classic Pilates, which is surprisingly hard to find these days. So many studios have moved toward trendier, watered down versions of Pilates, but Internal Fire stays true to the original method and you can absolutely feel the difference in the quality of the workout. Another thing that really impressed me is the equipment. They have top of the line apparatus that you just don't see in many of the other Pilates studios around Marin. Everything is beautifully maintained, professional grade, and clearly chosen with serious Pilates practice in mind. It makes the entire experience feel elevated and authentic. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, attentive to form, and clearly deeply trained in the classical method. The studio itself is welcoming, calm, and thoughtfully designed. You leave feeling stronger, aligned, and energized. If you care about true classical Pilates and excellent equipment, this is absolutely the place to go. I'm genuinely thrilled it will be my new neighborhood studio when I move to San Rafael.

I found Novato Pilates for my mom who has scoliosis. They specialize in working with people with…read morescoliosis which is fantastic! I spoke to Gretchen, one of the owners over the phone in the beginning for more information and we met Rose at the studio. Rose is the other owner and she was professional, patient and friendly. You could tell she genuinely cares about her clients. We also met Rachel who is a sweetheart. My mom did five private sessions with her and also echoed how nice she is. This is a great local Pilates studio for everyone. It's clean and welcoming. There are several reformers and other equipment in the back. It is located inside a strip mall with plenty of parking.

Fantastic! I enjoyed my 1 on 1 Pilates lessons with Sharman. She is professional, knowledgeable and…read morevery patient! The studio is spacious and clean and the teachers were friendly and genuinely wanted your Pilates experience to be top notch! Thank you, MLR