Emily is an amazing pilates instructor but also an amazing "body coach." She has made me stronger…read moreand more limber but has also helped me target areas to alleviate back, knee, and shoulder pain by strengthening and lengthening the supporting muscles. I love every minute of my time in her studio and appreciate the gift of length and strength she gives me every week.

I have been with Emily for 7+ years and trust her with my body. She has helped safely guide me to…read morea much healthier, stronger and better functioning structure - in other words, a "new body"! Thank, Emily!

I have too many good things to say about my experience to fit into one review! She responded…read morequickly and was very thorough in the consultation appointment. The biggest difference between her and the other 3 trainers I have worked with is that the workout she gave me in the consultation was productive but not so exhausting that I couldn't complete the rest of my day. In the sessions I have had thus far with Maggie, I have already noticed results and I continue to be able to go home and be active with my toddler. Another major difference is that she motivates me to work hard without pushing me to the point of injury. Pregnancy and labor left me with a lot of pelvic issues and Maggie has been able to find ways to strengthen my core without causing further injury because she listens to me when I tell her where I'm having pain. I look forward to our sessions with excitement instead of fear which causes me to get an even better workout. She emphasizes correct form and teaches why the correct form is important. I'm so happy with the increased energy and motivation I have gained from working with her. I'm back to exercising daily instead of only a few times a week. Her studio is inviting, clean, and has lots of equipment.

Noelia knows! She has customized an excellent workout for me that keeps my osteoporosis in mind…read morewhile still challenging me to work to my full potential and capacity. I trust what she knows and have gained motivation, strength, flexibility, and confidence in what my body can do. She brings the right energy to every workout, modifying on the spot if needed, and is always professional. I recommend her 100%!

Sarah exceeds the title of personal trainer. Since I started training with her she's been so much…read moremore: friend, cheerleader, and someone who holds you accountable; especially when the last thing you want to do is work out. Ive trained with sarah for about a year and was out of shape and lacking motivation. Since training with sarah ive accomplished so much both inside and out of the gym. From doing my first tough mudder (literally with sarah by my side) to competing in my first half marathon (with sarah sending supportive texts!) I can not recommend her enough!

I've trained with Sarah for about a year and a half, and I can't recommend her enough! It's the…read morebest thing I've ever done. I came to Sarah in a real rut, feeling down and out of touch with my body--I was stressed and not taking care of myself. I never knew how to lift weights and was intimidated by that section of the gym. Sarah was incredibly supportive and encouraging--she had such confidence that I could do more, get stronger, and do/lift things I'd never done--eventually I started to believe it, also. Over the year+change, I've had my lifting highs and my plateaus. I've especially appreciated Sarah's guidance through the times when I've fallen out of my routine. She really cares about the people she works with and will make sure you care for yourself, too. I'm now doing online training with Sarah, which is an incredible deal with really thoughtful (and challenging!) workouts. I've never felt more empowered than I do now, thanks to everything she's taught me and showed me I could do.

I walked into PowHERHouse fitness completely hesitant. I had no idea what to expect. I wasn't sure…read moreif my body was capable of the workouts that would be offered, if I would fit in with the women that were in attendance, or if I even had the motivation to stick with it. Two years ago I signed a three month contract. I wanted to just "test the waters". In the last two years my body has proven to be capable and powerful. The women I have walked shoulder to shoulder with, have been the greatest support through physical achievements and mental battles. The motivation is something that came naturally. I look forward to beating personal records, to being a cheerleader for the women who are breaking through barriers, and to having a minute away from the chaos of life. One thing I can say about this program: you get out of it, what you put into it. Kelly, the gym owner, has proven to be a professional in her field, and with time a personal cheerleader. She takes time to understand each clients limits, and always has a way of helping us overcome them. I'm on my third contract now. Hopefully when I have to sign again next year, she has a lifetime option. If you are ready to make a commitment, push yourself to do the hard things, and get out of your comfort zone to connect with a diverse group of strong women.. this is the place for you.

I joined the gym and attended two trial sessions and one paid contracted session…read more After experiencing some unexpected adverse effects due to past injuries and trauma, my doctor advised me that, for medical reasons, I needed a different type of fitness environment. Now, I do need to mention here that the owner would have known about my preexisting conditions if there had been any onboarding. In my experience, getting a new client's baseline fitness level, diet, current goals, and injury history is the minimum expectation when paying a premium price for semi-private coaching. While absolutely no information about me or my history was obtained, she did make sure that I signed her contract--twice. A fact she immediately pointed out upon notification of ending my membership early. I honored my contract and paid the full contractual buyout of $1,000+ despite being only one class into my contract and having to leave at the instruction of my doctor. Although gym members were actively encouraged to speak and communicate directly with the owner before posting anything less than a five-star review about the gym, there was no similar invitation for a conversation with me about my gym experience, health, circumstances, or decision to leave. A communication that could have been mutually beneficial. The cancellation process was cold, impersonal, transactional, and at times even downright curt and accusatory. Ending the working relationship was stressful not supportive. Within moments of paying my $1,000+ balance and receiving confirmation that it had been paid, I requested that my saved checking account and credit card information be removed from the Members app because I was unable to remove them from my end. I never receive a response to that request, and my payment information was not removed. This gym advertises itself as a supportive all female community. I have been in supportive all-female environments my entire life: All girls boarding school, all women's college, employment at a different women's college, multiple female coaches training me for three triathlons, and volunteering in Guatemala and Africa for years supporting and promoting girls' education. I know and understand the supportive female environment. This gym experience was not at all in line with my decades of previous experiences. And the irony is that if she had been kind, understanding or supportive in any way with me, she would have gotten that five star review she covets and actively lobbies her clients for. Instead, she made it all about money. Now not only does she now have a negative review, but if she loses even one prospective client because of my post, she financially will have lost twice as much as she gained with my 50% buyout. She took what could have been a win-win learning situation for everyone and made it a loss for both parties. Short-sighted and a little sneak peek into her true character. An observation worth noting (I may as well get my money's worth at this point! ) of the 3 classes I attended, none were operating at capacity. Out of 6 slots, one class had only 1 other client, who was leaving. One had 2 people, including the person leaving, and the last had 3 clients, including the one leaving and someone doing a make-up session from an early class. I also know other classes and one-on-one slots are operating at less than capacity as well. There could be a myriad of reasons for that, but it is an interesting discrepancy. It's hard to reconcile a gym that has been in business for five years that provides a genuinely supportive women's environment, great results, perfect five star reviews, operating in a wealthy area, but is operating far below capacity. It makes me question retention, or those who try it out and don't join. Or maybe there are more people out there who had a similar experiences as me.

I've been doing Pilates with Melissa of Balanced Spirit Pilates for a number of years now,…read moreapproximately 5, I think. I've followed her from location to location--from a gym class to her home studio--and now she has a more public lovely space for small group classes and individual sessions. The space is bright and friendly, while maintaining an intimate, private feel. Melissa is incredibly knowledgeable and willing to work with you on your special needs. I took small group Pilates classes throughout my pregnancy. Throughout, Melissa helped me adapt the class to my growing belly and my changing body. Because of Balanced Spirit Pilates, I'm addicted to Pilates. I love how strong it makes me feel. I'm truly in balance, tapping into my core strength with every move I make, whether it's picking up bags of groceries or jogging on the treadmill.

I transitioned to Melissa's small group classes from a big box gym Pilates class in 2009 and have…read morenever looked back. I needed something for core strength and flexibility and didn't have the knees or spinal cord for yoga. She continues to tailor my instruction to my needs and limitations. My strength and flexibility (and energy and sleep and balance) all have continued to improve. I consider her Pilates classes to be an essential component of my health and wellness. I was able to continue private classes during 2020 and 2021 due to her rigorous attention to cleanliness, distancing and personal protection, which I know contributed significantly to my healthy survival.

Jordyn worked with my dad and it was a great experience. My dad very much liked working out with…read moreJordyn and she kept me in the loop the whole time. Thanks so much Jordyn.

I was a client of Lauren and I can say that she' is a fantastic person and a joy to train with…read more She's very knowledgeable and will help you with training at your pace, provide support and encourage you to become a better version of yourself. I highly recommend her whether your a newbie or have had some personal training before. She's also very respectful and provides great feedback.

Lauren Moreland is a fantastic coach and trainer. She brought me back from several injuries and…read morewith her program I'm back to full strength. Lauren was tough but fair and always supportive. It was not easy but now I've never felt better and I'm 66 years old! Just think what she could do for you!