Pilates in San Francisco

“After several months of one-on-one sessions with Justin -- his holistic approach to wellness and personalizing our time together make every session a highlight of my fitness journey.Firstly, Justin's attentiveness to crafting sessions tailored to my personal needs and interests. If I mention a new goal or a slight discomfort, he's quick to adjust our routine, ensuring that each exercise supports my journey to better health. This customization has been a game-changer for me, especially considering how it's helped me manage my foot and hip pain (due to a chronic condition). Under Justin's guidance, I've noticed a significant reduction in discomfort, an improvement that has been nothing short of life-changing.Justin's sense of humor makes each session fly by; I often find myself chuckling while in the midst of a challenging core exercise (more planks!)-- a welcome distraction indeed!To anyone considering Rebalanced SF with Justin: expect to work hard, laugh often, and come out feeling stronger both physically and mentally. Justin isn't just an instructor; he's an integral part of my support system now, and for that, I'm incredibly grateful.“

“Jenise is a wonderful instructor! She brings so much positivity and empathy to each of her classes. You can expect a great workout and mindset shift after working with Jenise!“

“Attending the hot Pilates class at Mission Yoga is an invigorating and empowering experience. Steve's infectious energy and motivational teaching style kept me fully engaged and motivated throughout the session. His passion for fitness is truly inspiring, and I left the class feeling both physically and mentally rejuvenated. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking for a dynamic and fulfilling workout experience.Coco“

“Working with Teacher Hye Yeon is like a breath of fresh air. She is calm yet extremely passionate about serving and helping those she can. She uses her knowledge and experience with pilates to do so.I wasn't sure what to expect when I had my first class (Sept 2023) but I left with such valuable information about focusing on elongating my breath work and adjusting my posture.Not only is she knowledgable and quick to notice small, important details about the body, I personally love having teachers who genuinely enjoy what they do and are happy to share their enthusiasm with others. Even just 10-mins with Teacher Hye Yeon will brighten your day. Her kindness, work ethic, and passion makes her a hidden gem. Anyone would be lucky to call Hye Yeon their teacher and friend!“

“Suzanne's class was so fun. She is an original old school, fun Pilates teacher. It was a great workout on the reformer with good hands-on adjustments . I will definitely come back!“

“My experience at Sisters in Motion was excellent! I really appreciated Jennie's guidance and care throughout my orientation class. She is graceful, powerful, patient, and encouraging. I also loved all the language around expanding, taking up space, and touching our bodies as we moved. Their focus on female empowerment through movement and community is so vital.“

“Jill Harris is an amazing trainer, and her development of FitSprings takes exercise -- any kind of technique! -- to the next level and beyond. As someone who has studied ballet since childhood and practices yoga, working out on FitSprings lets me strengthen without being tight and heavy, and builds flexibility and my quick-twitch muscles while keeping my joints and muscles happy, healthy, and well-stimulated. (Never strained -- ever.) There isn't another workout that compares. I just attended Jill's teacher training this weekend, and the possibilities with this equipment are truly endless. I can't praise or recommend Jill Harris and FitSprings enough.“

“The reviews are true! Mike is great. He truly understands the body and cares about his clients. I have been to a ton of PTs and not one had ever looked at my posture which ended up being a huge factor in my neck/hip pain. Mike noticed this on our first appt (which was free btw) and I found immediate relief when I followed his tips. The Gyrotonics and Pilates machines are also great low impact options for mobility & strength building after injury. Go see Mike, I promise you won't regret it!“

“This is, by far and away, the best Pilates studio I've ever experienced. I've been doing Pilates for about 20 years, and this is the first place that knows how to handle my large body. Not only are the teachers excellent, challenging, and accepting, but my fellow students are kind, focused, and nurturing. I'm going 3-6 times a week and the more I do, the better I feel.“

“Raven Pilates is a gem! It is a beautifully appointed studio in a quaint section of Polk street. The studio occupies a large space with high ceilings and every single corner has been so thoughtfully designed. The equipment is state of the art and best of all Patti teaches there and you will not find a better teacher anywhere else! My body transforms any time I study with her!“

“I have been taking personal training and small group classes at Powerplaysf since July 2023 and I have had such a great experience. Shout out to Kwanua, Daniel, Fabi, Jen, and Pudji in particular! What is amazing to me is that they offer exceptional individualized and personalized service while at the same time offering a wide variety of classes and approaches to personal training so you can experiment and switch things up. For example, I have done one on one boxing, Pilates, and weight training and small group strength and conditioning, Trx, yoga, boxing, and Pilates classes. All of the personal training and small group classes have been excellent. I've also had to travel quite a bit for work and they have been very flexible letting me make up sessions and classes or even doing personal training remotely. A few highlights: I have been taking a one on one boxing class with Fabi for several months. She is an excellent instructor/trainer. As a former overweight, uncoordinated kid, who tended to shy away from any kind of exercise that seemed "too complicated" I'm amazed by my progress! I have also been taking a Trx small group class from Daniel for several months. He is also an excellent instructor. I was definitely a little intimidated by the class description and the word "athlete," but Daniel has done such a great job encouraging me to perform my best. It feels great at 36 to really do something out of my comfort zone. I would highly recommend powerplay!“

“killer class! going to get a membership soon be sure i really enjoyed it! facility is amazing and the instructors are great“

“I took a beginner reformer class here via ClassPass with Christine teaching and wow oh wow! Firstly, I love the smaller class size because it feels intimate and that you're really connecting with your instructor. Christine made the class really fun and low pressure but also absolutely kicked my behind. You're able to go at your own pace but she's still encouraging you to push yourself. I was so sore the next couple days because of how hard I worked. I'm signed up for another class soon and can't wait to go again!“

“Bright studio, friendly ommunity atmosphere. Skilled trainers will customize specifically for your needs. Lots of laughter“

“Holly ‘s experience as an educator, author and teacher is extensive, global and multi faceted. She has a rare combination of gifts that will come to excellent use for all of us teachers in her new venture as a Pilates business consultant and industry coach: vision, empathy and a lifetime of business and marketing acumen. Holly at Blue Sparrow is unequivocally honest and always had that intangible cool factor that we all want and that you can’t fake. She will see what makes you - you and give you the confidence to realize just that—a biz with soul.“

“Sonya is an ace. I'd recommend working with her to anyone who is lucky enough to have the chance.I've been Sonya's student since 2019 and treat my time with Sonya as a self-care gift I give myself. I not only learn to move better physically but also become more appreciative and increasingly aware of how my body moves.I find Sonya to be an incredibly knowledgeable teacher who can break down parts of a movement to micro details that help you see simple exercises in new, eye-opening ways. For example, Sonya's instructions on how to do a simple bridge exercise are so detailed and systematic that I can now be attentive to the groups of muscles I engage in each step of doing a bridge including how and when to breathe. So when I do it on my own, I know I can do a bridge correctly and mindfully. This example may sound very simple, but the value to me is that even the basic and possibly mundane exercises become mindful movements that I understand and enjoy. And with that, I am more likely to keep exercising.As Sonya’s student I have never felt pushed to do things I may not want to or be ready for. She checks in with me every time and thoughtfully designs the session to work with me where I am that day. At the same time, she can be very tough in teaching me how to do the exercises correctly. She will relentlessly explain in different ways to make sure I get it. It’s easy to see she is passionate about what she teaches and cares a great deal about her students’ learning.Sonya’s a great teacher and it is my privilege to learn from her.“

“Virginia is a wonderful Pilates instructor. She is attentive to her client's individual needs and has a vast amount of knowledge to share. I am so grateful to her for continuing to power through on Zoom and create a mat class that is accessible for everyone!“

“For the past 18 months, my husband and I have scheduled private sessions with Raisa and Rachel every week. My spouse had MS and wanted to focus on balance concerns, whereas I had just turned 50 and had the upperbody strength of a newborn kitten. It's a really nonjudgmental environment with clients of different shapes and ages. I was hesitant at first to do pilates because I hadn't worked out in a decade, so performing a plank was impossible. Raisa and Rachel seemed to intuitively recognize our skills and motivated us with realistic movements. This was our first experience scheduling private sessions of any kind, but it has proven to be ideal for us because Raisa and Rachel personalize each session to whatever discomfort or pain we are experiencing that week. We are also the only ones in the studio during our session, making it genuinely private. If you have a stiff shoulder in the middle of a session, they have the depth and breadth of understanding to identify the muscle in question and immediately shift you to an optimum exercise. Hubs and I were both in physical therapy for different reasons, and Raisa and Rachel had no trouble adapting and changing movements as needed. I had no idea how much core strength I had gained until I started crossfit a year after starting PIlates and was able to execute (and excel) at every core exercise with my CF trainer.“

“For the past 18 months, my husband and I have scheduled private sessions with Raisa and Rachel every week. My spouse had MS and wanted to focus on balance concerns, whereas I had just turned 50 and had the upperbody strength of a newborn kitten. It's a really nonjudgmental environment with clients of different shapes and ages. I was hesitant at first to do pilates because I hadn't worked out in a decade, so performing a plank was impossible. Raisa and Rachel seemed to intuitively recognize our skills and motivated us with realistic movements. This was our first experience scheduling private sessions of any kind, but it has proven to be ideal for us because Raisa and Rachel personalize each session to whatever discomfort or pain we are experiencing that week. We are also the only ones in the studio during our session, making it genuinely private. If you have a stiff shoulder in the middle of a session, they have the depth and breadth of understanding to identify the muscle in question and immediately shift you to an optimum exercise. Hubs and I were both in physical therapy for different reasons, and Raisa and Rachel had no trouble adapting and changing movements as needed. I had no idea how much core strength I had gained until I started crossfit a year after starting PIlates and was able to execute (and excel) at every core exercise with my CF trainer.“

“Scarpelli & Associates provide highly skilled and individualized care. Unlike some places, you won't be seen by a less experienced PT assistant for your care, only by very experienced and knowledgeable PTs who will assess your specific needs. All of the PTs are experts in manual therapy, which is so critical for regaining function (in conjunction with a specially tailored home exercise program). I have been to places where you just feel like the next person in an assembly line given the same treatment as everyone else whether or not it's what your body needs. That doesn't happen here. Also, the front desk staff are always very friendly and responsive. Highly recommend!“

“I was thinking about this place the other day, and I miss it so much! I used to do private pilates and then a massage. An incredible studio with lovely people, and an amazing location. I miss you all!“

“Overall a fine stay. I came during off-season, so there weren't a lot of guests there besides me. I'm sure the place is buzzing during tourist season.Room for improvement: Staff communication in English (though I could always get help from the 2-3 English-speaking staff via Whatsapp). Also there were some celebrations from nearby retreats that caused a bit of noise in the evenings, but this was nobody's fault.Great: 3 teachers (Shubham, Neeraj & Tilak), excursions, location near river and mountainside, tasty food, retreat environment.“

“The classes are amazing and the Pilates instructors are awesome. I also like the cleanliness and vibe of the studio.“

“Evan is a supurb Pilates instructor. She is highly knowledgeable about proper Pilates techniques and masterfully guides you through your sessions keeping you focused and improving over time. Highly recommend.“

“Reflecting on my journey, this review celebrates an entire year of transformation, growth, and newfound strength with CoreMVMT, my local Pilates sanctuary. When I initially embarked on this journey, my back was a constant source of discomfort and pain, a stubborn shadow over my life despite over a decade of dedicated yoga practice. Back issues were an unwelcome companion, making my days challenging and my love for yoga strained. It was then that CoreMVMT emerged as a beacon of hope.Under the compassionate guidance of Lisa, Kat, and an extraordinary team of coaches, I found not just instructors, but mentors and cheerleaders who have been instrumental in helping me surmount my health challenges. With their expertise, I embarked on a routine of 2-3 classes per week, a commitment that has been nothing short of revolutionary for my health and well-being.The impact of this journey has been profound. With newfound core strength, I've ventured into territories I never thought possible for myself. Training for a triathlon became a tangible goal rather than a distant dream. Running over 8 miles has now become a testament to my strength, free from the back pain that once plagued my every step. This transformation has been nothing short of miraculous, a testament to the power of dedicated Pilates practice and the supportive environment fostered by CoreMVMT.Each class at CoreMVMT is a masterclass in understanding and appreciating our bodies. The instructors expertly guide us through movements that are not just about physical fitness but about nurturing a harmonious relationship with our bodies. They teach us the art of being fully human—how to carry ourselves with grace, relate to our physical selves with kindness, and approach everyday movements, whether it's bending, cleaning, or simply standing, with mindfulness and care.The accessibility and inclusivity of CoreMVMT's class formats deserve special mention. They have created a space where everyone, regardless of their fitness level or experience with Pilates, feels welcomed and supported on their journey toward better health.In summary, my experience at CoreMVMT has been transformative. The studio and its incredible team have not only helped me achieve my health goals but have also opened my eyes to the incredible capabilities of my own body. For anyone looking to embark on their own journey of health and self-discovery, I cannot recommend CoreMVMT enough. Here's to many more years of strength, health, and movement with this amazing community.“