I took what was advertised as a beginner's class but Wendy ended up practically practically forcing…read moreus to do headstands. I kept resisting and telling her I wasn't comfortable with it but she just about rolled her eyes and said everyone can do it and kept trying to convince me to do a headstand. I have issues with vertigo and don't have good balance even just standing on my feet, so being on my head for the first time in a new surrounding when I came just to stretch for a gentle yoga class was not at all what I had signed up for. Pretty disappointed all around and was shocked based on all the good reviews they got. Maybe I was just there on an off day, but I definitely did not feel any sort of connection or eagerness to return.

I had the pleasure of meeting Wendy and Julius in Sedona at one of her yoga retreats. I was really…read moreimpressed by how efficient Wendy was with her schedule. The retreat was filled with great classes and outings. Wendy really pushes her students and retreat attendees in remarkable ways that build strength, flexibility, and over health and well being, but still is very chill, relaxed and fun setting. Its inspiring to see someone so dedicated to the yoga lifestyle. I hope to stay in touch with Wendy and Julius in the future to attend a yoga retreat. I don't often write reviews but totally recommend. Julius and Wendy make a excellent team to say the least and are very sweet people. To bad they live in Florida I think I would become a real regular at her studio.

I have taken many Barre classes. Most of them at all the different locations have a mixed bag of…read moreexperience of the instructor. Most of them have been general fitness instructors and seemingly not trained in dance. I have taken a lot of dance training and can definitely tell the difference when a class is taught by a dancer vs not. the focus of proper execution is a pretty glaring difference. I had a great time at this class and only wish more classes were like it!

Jen is a fantastic teacher! I searched for a pilates studio before my visit and was happy to find…read moreshe is so close to where I am staying. There is plenty of parking. Her studio has reformers and wunda chairs . There are barre classes also. She offers group and solo instruction. I opted for a special she was offering that gave me one group class and three private sessions. Her prices are in line with other studios and she is worth every penny. Jen is more than knowledgeable about her craft and is able to teach effectively so that you'll feel every muscle being worked!! If you are new to pilates or looking to enhance your skills please give this gem of a studio a try. You will be glad you did.

Brittany is absolutely amazing. I started private Pilates sessions with her in Los Angeles after a…read morelong illness and I couldn't have been more nervous and scared! I had no trust in what my body could do. Brittany truly taught me to trust my body again. She is a very insightful instructor and knew when and how to advance my practice. I've taken private, semi private, and group pilates classes at plenty of other studios, and I can confidently say that Brittany is one of the best instructors I've had. I'm so much stronger today (mentally and physically) because of her. I only ended our sessions because she moved to FL and I couldn't have been more distraught! Especially if you are new to pilates or returning after a long hiatus, private sessions are really worth it. I know that I am doing things correctly and you can't learn those things in a group class.

I would give 10 stars if I could. I went to Pilates on 4th at the recommendation of my chiro. I…read morewas in excruciating pain and Brittany got me feeling like my old ( young) self. I also lost weight and inches. BONUS!!!!! Do your self a favor and check this place out!!! Everyone sh do Pilates and they should have Brittany as their instructor!!!!

I love it here!! I've never done pilates prior to this and I've really been hooked. I mostly go to…read moreBecca, Elite, and Meghan's classes and can't recommend them enough! The trainers are SO helpful, I can't understate this. They are always checking our form and making adjustments to the class structure based on who is attending. I feel GREAT after working pilates into my regular routine. The studio is also very cute!! I love the decor and the small class sizes. Convenient location too.

Beautiful studio Great equipment arranged well…read moreLove my instructor Randi Everything you would want in a Pilates studio

I am in my 40s, Never-Ever have I been an athlete and would go as far as frequently instructing my…read moreMother to sign excuse letters to my gym teachers as to why I was forbidden to participate in any activity that would involve me perspiring...i.e., I have never been a devoted cult member of the Fitness Realm nor had I the structure or self-discipline to consistently perform left to my own devices. Not that I cared terribly much even when I had an Overlord as a personal trainer directly in front of me. Thankfully, Carla & the young yet extremely knowledgeable & skilled Sadie ARE NOT Pressure-Cooking, onerous Pilates instructors. They are effortlessly warmly inviting, serene, capable, gentle-speaking guiders of untapped health, strength and overall well-being. ... not only architects of the body's potential feats but demolishers of ones own mental defeat. Many body maneuvers may appear challenging, especially from the outside looking in. The Trainers of Saint Pete Pilates earn your trust by physically supporting your frame at struggling moments. Teaching by cautiously correcting and aligning your posture {within your individualized range} through varying techniques. They customize & cultivate each client's experience and continually modify movements throughout sessions so that achievement is visible and notable from within. I am a shopper not a buyer and after weeks of scouring the internet the FAIREST, most competitively priced studio then [20 months ago] and I can confidently state still now Saint Pete Pilates. Centrally and conveniently located to Pasadena, North & South St Petersburg and Downtown in a safe, well-traveled area. Saint Pete Pilates have transformed my ankle's range, overall reduced the fat within my legs & upper thighs, providing me with more muscle strength. I can raise to the balls of my feet and keep posture for an extended period affording me the near Cirque du Soleil superpower of meandering the grocery market's aisles in my 4 to 5 inch high heels at least twice a week. ~It's late in the day. Sun is on the horizon. Had better grasp its fleeting energy to transform...if in your life the Moon has already risen causing the tides to ebb & flow, ride their waves to uplift you to anew.

Carla is a spectacular Pilates instructor. Her classical teachings along with her patience and…read moreattention to her students' needs and abilities make her a truly great instructor. I took a few lessons from Carla when she taught in the Cincinnati, Ohio area. If you're looking for a great Pilates workout with kind people who truly care about your well-being, check out this studio.

Why 5 stars? Because Alyssa pours everything into her business…read more --- --- --- I've been struggling with some pretty annoying symptoms around my lower back and hip for over a year now and I've seen a couple different physical therapists for it. Unfortunately, the problems not only still persists, but I seem to have the most unique issues in the history of mankind, which means that I'm an incredibly tough patient for anyone to figure out. After going to one PT twice a week for 4 months without any progress, I went on the hunt to get a third opinion via the Active Release Technique website. Alyssa had several certifications, so I gave her a call and set up an appointment. My experience at Empower PT was absolutely different from any other place I'd been to in my life. First off, I really appreciated Alyssa's energy from the beginning. She was incredibly dedicated and determined to help solve my issues - almost to the same level that someone in my own family would be. You definitely get the vibe that you are Alyssa's only focus and concentration because she seems to remember every tiny detail of your story and symptoms. She does research in between appointments and tries new things with each visit, and has a whole plan mapped out for you before you even walk in the door. But in reality, Alyssa has tons of other patients - she just has the uncanny ability to make you feel like she's spending 40+ hours a week on YOU. Another reason my experience was different from other places - I spent a lot of time doing various workouts, mobility training, etc. This might be more relevant to my particular problem, but it seemed to be less about getting massage/work done and more about me strengthening things that have weakened over time and put me in this predicament. And one more important detail that's different about Empower PT - there is less than zero pressure to commit to any sort of long term plan of coming back. I get the sense from Alyssa that she'd rather have magically made my symptoms go away after two visits and never see me again, over locking me into some crazy thing where I'm coming here regularly for months. The latter would mean more income for her business, but she comes across as the type that would rather have a higher success rate of fixing problems than becoming a millionaire :) Are my issues totally gone after coming here a handful of times? No. But I do think we're onto something. Horrible posture for my entire adult life is probably what put me in this situation, so a few appointments is not going to suddenly solve decades of what got me here. But the good news is that I can now play hours of basketball without my back going completely out of commission - something that was not true before I came to Empower PT. Lastly, I think the entire experience here is summed up in the name. Alyssa wants to Empower people to learn how to take care of their issues at home so that they don't have to continue to come in and see her countless times. I was given a long list of workouts and stretches to perform on my own and have been doing them religiously. That has been instrumental in my progress! I've also taken a couple of mobility classes with the 2nd person in the office, Nick! Just like the do-it-at-home plan that I was given, these are great to give me new ideas on what to work on when I'm at the gym. Prior to this, I was doing a pretty archaic workout plan that probably was doing more harm than good. I'll never think of working out the same again after trying some of these classes! If you can't tell already, I love Empower PT - my new go-to when my body isn't cooperating with my desire to live a healthy and active lifestyle!

Caroline is the BEST pilates instructor. She is so kind and I really enjoy my sessions with her…read more She supports me through my limitations by finding alternative movements for me to still get in a great workout!

I went to their Restorative Yoga class on ClassPass and fell in love! This was a TERRIFIC yoga…read moreclass - the kind where you enter, and then you wonder how the time flew so quickly! The perfect zen. Plenty of parking. I brought my own items, and I believe they had the foundations that you need if you forgot your own, but don't quote me...

I had been going to this studio sporadically for the last two years. I just started going 4 or more…read moretimes a week for the last month. There are usually 3 classes offered for each time slot because she has 3 studios. There is a hot yoga room, Pilates and bar room, and a beautiful non-heated yoga space. I am a yoga teacher and very picky about teachers and spaces. Liz Guardia is fantastic. If you like a yoga class including philosophy she's the best! I've taken a lot of their different offerings and have been pleased. Of course, some better than others. There is something for everyone. I highly recommend trying a class or two :)

Great experience. Barre classes are challenging. Great atmosphere, everyone friendly. Great…read moreinstructor, small classes for comfort. Would recommend.

Came to belly dance for our friends birthday! Amazing time! The teacher was a professional and made…read moreus feel right at home. We laughed, exercised and had a blast! Thank you symmetry fitness for a great time and class.