About Central Studio
Central Studio is a dance and fitness studio that offers a variety of classes for both youth and adults. It is a welcoming and inclusive community, where each individual is made to feel valued and cared for. The studio is known for its dedication to excellence and its unselfish focus on the needs of its clients. The Pilates program at Central Studio is highly regarded, with instructors who have a deep understanding of anatomy and the Pilates method. Clients have praised the expert level teaching they have received, and have felt that their weaknesses have been strengthened and their bodies have been rejuvenated after each session. The studio is home to a dedicated group of Pilates practitioners, some of whom have been practicing for over 20 years. In addition to Pilates, Central Studio offers a wide range of dance and fitness classes, including ballet, cardio barre, tango, Zumba, yoga, Gyrotonic, and Thai yoga therapy. The studio is run by a group of dynamic women with backgrounds in professional dance, who are not only knowledgeable and skilled, but also fun to work with. The studio is described as a hidden gem, and clients are encouraged to try a private session or a Thai yoga massage with the owner, Mary Ellen. Central Studio has two locations, one on Pershing and one on Clayton Road, both of which are clean, comfortable, and staffed by the best and friendliest instructors in St. Louis.
“I have been practicing Classical Pilates for 20+ years and I have visited acclaimed and accomplished studios around the country. When we first moved to St Louis 8 years ago I explored 2 other studios. The reason I have made my Pilates home at Central Studio is due to their dedication to excellence and their unselfish focus on my needs. Each time I arrive and each time I leave I have felt valued and cared for under incredible skill and experienced knowledge. My instructor listens at a level that focuses on what each move means to my practice and my body. I have felt my instructor walking with me on my Pilates journey and I have found a beautiful, talented and unselfish...read full review
If you happen to be looking for an amazing place to explore all manner of movement, from Ballet, Cardio Barre, Tango, Zumba, and Yoga, to Gyro Tonic, Pilates, Massage and Thai Yoga Therapy, then look no further! This place is a hidden gem run by a group of dynamic women with backgrounds in professional dance who are extremely good at what they do and super fun to work with! Do yourself a favor and take a private session or try a Thai Yoga Massage with the owner, Mary Ellen, you won't regret it!Update-Since I posted the above review back in 2014, Central Studio has opened a 2nd location at 7731 Clayton Road, just West of Hanley, offering Pilates, Gyrotonic, and Thai stretching...read full review
Central studio offers a beautiful space for my Pilates practice and the equipment is fantastic. Even better than the aesthetics is the expert level teaching I have received from Laura Dunlop. Her knowledge of anatomy and Pilates work together to create a meaningful session that strengthens my weaknesses and leaves me feeling amazing when I walk out the door. Highly recommend!!