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Nov, 2009

I heard about Pilates Reforming NY searching online. The goals I hoped to achieve are: structural body alignment, great physical shape, calmness and motivation. Portions of my goals have been met. I commited myself to taking 30 classes straight through, and due to acheiving that goal I look and feel better, faster then expected and with no exhausting effort. I felt my first results by the 10th class. I saw these results after the 20th class. I was amazed when others saw results by the 20th class. The most dramatic change is the way I now walk with better balance and posture. A great benefit has been the physical energy and stamina I have obtained.. I have experienced a great deal of pain for quite a while on the arches of my feet. The weight on the outside, inside of the feet were not balanced over the ankles. All the rubbers of my shoes are wasted on one side. Due to taking these classes, my pain has subsided quite a lot and the weight on my feet are definitely much more balanced.

Maria Vergara,
My profession is: Contract Specialist.

Mar, 2010

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 1/4/2010 and have taken 31 classes. My sports/physical acivities are . I heard about Pilates Reforming NY from a close friend. She told me how pilates was changing her body and I thought I would give it a try. The goals I hoped to achieve were weightloss and strength. The goals I have achieved are- since I have started pilates I have dropped 15 pounds, my clothes fit better. I feel leaner, stronger and am much more aware of my body.
I still have to achieve the following goals- I would like to continue to shed a few pounds and tone my arms. I felt my first results after a couple of classes. I saw these results after 10-15 classes. I was amazed when others saw within 20 classes. What a great feeling!. The most dramatic change was the way I felt about myself. I was never an athletic person and in a million years I never thought I could do PILATES. But after a few classes I felt so accomplished and SOOOOO much stronger. I also noticed my attitude is much more positive. My posture is soooooo much better. I been have pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I have pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. Reforming NY has changed my life. My body is different, my attitude is better and I walk taller and stronger everyday!

Thank you.

Melissa Reichner,
My profession is: Marketing Coordinator.

Apr, 2010

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 5/23/09 and have taken 96 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Karate. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY on a web search. The goals I hoped to achieve were improved performance in Martial Arts and other forms of exercise. The goals I have achieved are increased core strength and stability in performance of Forms (Kata) and Sparring. I felt my first results within about 4 weeks. I saw these results after 8 weeks. I was amazed when others saw about 8 weeks after beginning. The most dramatic change was I do not hunch over anymore. I also noticed I have much improved stamina due to the breathing exercises and I feel that I can work out more efficiently. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers.

Kathleen Rahill,
My profession is: School Aide/Group Exercise and Karate Instructor.

May, 2010

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 01/06/2010 and have taken 38 classes. My sports/physical acivities are walking. I found out about Pilates Reforming NY when I saw the studio being built down the street from my apartment. I saw the sign out front, went to the website, and signed up for a free class. The goals I hoped to achieve were to strengthen my core muscles thereby protecting my back from further injury and tone my body into a more slim physique. I have more muscle definition in my arms and legs, however I would like to continue to work to flatten my stomach and advance to mixed level. After each beginning class I felt sore and knew my arms, legs, and stomach were getting toned. After a few months I felt more muscular and the movements became easier. Just recently I noticed that my waist was thinner and when I walk my feet seem to be moving straighter. I was amazed when my instructer said she saw a difference in the area around my upper abdomen after about the 18th class. She noticed after I walked in the door and later during bridging. The most dramatic change was how I felt about myself. I know that I am exercising correctly and working on my appearance which translates into having more confidence. I think I have more stamina, particularly when climbing stairs. I am quite pleased with the level of attention in the group class. The majority of classes I have taken have had four students or less. I like that I can see the number of students already signed up for a class ahead of time so that I can choose which classes to attend to maximize the instructor's attention. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. Specifically, I have taken the majority of classes with Sonya Jackson and found her to be excellent at motivating students and helping them to learn the correct techniques by explaining the science behind the movements. I also enjoy classes with Ian for his differing perspective and way of thinking. I would like to share the fact that pilates on a reformer is challenging and fun and a total body work out.

Sheri Friedberg,
My profession is: public health representative.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 01/06/2010 and have taken 38 classes. My sports/physical acivities are walking. I discovered Pilates Reforming NY at 215th and Broadway very close to where I live. I had heard of Pilates before and, needing an exercise routine, decided to try it out. The goal I hoped to achieve was to have a slimmer, fitter physique. The goals I have achieved are a more muscular physique and somewhat less rounded belly. I still have to achieve a belly which is truly flat. I am also trying to get to Mixed Level. I felt sore after the beginning classes, but after 18 classes or so I began feeling thinner and more muscular. I saw these results after 18 classes or so. I was amazed when others saw results after 20 classes or so. The most dramatic change was my becoming more muscular. I also noticed that I began feeling better about my appearance. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class, particularly in those classes with four people or less. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. I am particularly happy with Sonya Jackson, who is an excellent motivational instructor. Learning new movements is a challenge for me, but Sonya makes it relatively easy. I look forward to her classes every week. I would like to share the fact that Pilates has provided me with an enjoyable regular exercise routine.

Jason Schulman,
My profession is: adjunct assistant professor.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 01/06/2010 and have taken 38 classes. My sports/physical acivities are walking. I found out about Pilates Reforming NY when I saw the studio being built down the street from my apartment. I saw the sign out front, went to the website, and signed up for a free class. The goals I hoped to achieve were to strengthen my core muscles thereby protecting my back from further injury and tone my body into a more slim physique. I have more muscle definition in my arms and legs, however I would like to continue to work to flatten my stomach and advance to mixed level. After each beginning class I felt sore and knew my arms, legs, and stomach were getting toned. After a few months I felt more muscular. Just recently I noticed that my waist was thinner and when I walk my feet seem to be moving straighter. I was amazed when my instructer said she saw a difference in the area around my upper abdomen after about the 18th class. She noticed after I walked in the door and later during bridging. The most dramatic change was how I felt about myself. I know that I am exercising correctly and working on my appearance which translates into being more confident. I think I have more stamina, particularly when climbing stairs. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. The majority of classes I have taken have had four students or less. Rarely has a class been completely full. I like that I can see how many students have already signed up for class and choose which classes I take to maximize the instructor's attention. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. Specifically, I have taken the majority of classes with Sonya Jackson and found her to be excellent at motivating students and helping them to learn the correct techniques by explaining the science behind the movements. I also enjoy classes with Ian for his differing perspective and way of thinking. I would like to share the fact that pilates on a reformer is challenging and fun and is a total body workout.

Sheri Friedberg,
My profession is: public health representative.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 02/05/2010 and have taken 31 classes. My sports/physical acivities are . I heard about Pilates Reforming NY by a flyer on a sandwich board outside the 39th Street studio. The goals I hoped to achieve were looking better and relieving back pain. The goals I have achieved are - eliminating my back pain.
I still have to achieve the following goals - I want to flatten my stomach and hips and look better in a bathing suit. I felt my first results after the very first class. I saw these results after - after 10 classes, my back pain completely disappeared. I was amazed when others saw the change in my body. The most dramatic change was the elimination of my back pain. I also noticed that I am calmer and I walk with better posture. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. Just call me "the incredible shrinking woman" like the title of a movie years ago. I joined Pilates because my back was killing me and I had sciatica pain shooting down the back of both legs. My doctor always told me to strengthen my abdominal muscles to take the pressure off my lower back. Every night for many years, I swore I'd go home that night and do sit ups, etc. to strengthen my abdominals. But I never did the exercises because I simply didn't want to. Everyone always talks about how Pilates strengthens the core, including those hard to exercise abdominal muscles. I saw a sign outside the 39th Street studio and decided to sign up for a free class on the Reformer. I loved the class and my back no longer hurts! I have shrunk at least one dress size. I look better and feel great. I have more energy and I look forward to getting the sleek, slender body that I had when I was younger. I cannot thank you enough - to be pain free of those terrible sciatica pains running down the back of my legs is a wonderful thing. All the instructors I have taken have been very supportive and I really appreciate all the effort they put into their classes. I would recommend Reforming New York Pilates to everyone who wants to look better and feel better.

Susan Anderson,
My profession is: CPA.

Jun, 2010

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 3/28/10 and have taken 30 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Yoga. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY through the Actors' Equity Association. I had taken a break from performing and my physical activity level dropped lower than it's ever been and I was feeling the need to get back in shape before diving back in to work/play. I was looking for something to complement my yoga practice (which I'd also let slide, but am back to now regularly) that would help me regain strength without sacrificing flexibilty. Pilates seemed to fit the bill - and after the first class I knew I was in the right place. Now after 30 classes, I definitely feel stronger and still flexible. And while I still have some more to do before I reach my goal, I'm well on my way, and in fact, landed two shows for the summer! I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class and I am very pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. (Kat, Karina, Kate, Bill, Richie and Ian are excellent!) Thank you all!!.

Robert Dyckman,
My profession is: Actor.

Jul, 2010

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 03/24/2010 and have taken 30 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Running/Tennis. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY through one of my friends. I did some Pilates
Reformer work at a gym a few years ago and wanted to get back into it. The goals I hoped to achieve were to get a better posture and get more toned. Yes, the goals I have achieved are better posture, more tone in arms and legs,
better flexibility, slimmer silhouette, etc through going to pilates at least 2x a week. I felt my first results after 4 classes. I saw these results after 8 classes. I was amazed when others saw 8 classes. After a few weeks of classes,
my boyfriend, family, coworkers, and friends noticed that I look taller, have
better posture, have a slimmer silhouette, have a slimmer face and toned limbs. The most dramatic change was that I have defined abs for the first time in my life! I've never had abs before and didn't think it was genetically possible!. I also noticed better sleep and more energy!. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. Sometimes I feel like the 42nd street has too many reformers though and feel like I don't get as much individual attention as I do in the 39th location. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. I've tried almost every type of exercise before (Bikram yoga, vinyasa yoga, physique 57, pilates mat, personal training, bootcamp, other pilates reformer studios, etc, and I've never been as satisfied as I have with Pilates Reforming NY! One of the things that I love about Pilates Reforming NY is the variety in the workouts and the great teachers. I have a short attention span and usually find myself constantly looking at the clock to count down the time to go home with other exercise programs. With Pilates Reforming NY, the hour comes up before I even know it and every class I go to has a different pilates exercise plan so I never get bored. I actually look forward to coming to class and exercising each week!.

Grace Song,
My profession is:Marketing Mgr.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 3/24/2010 and have taken 30 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Tennis, swimming. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY on Yelp. The goals I hoped to achieve were to achieve muscle tone and weight loss. I have gained significant muscle tone, but I have yet to see significant weight loss. I felt my first results about 4 classes in. I saw these results after about 10 classes. I was amazed when others saw results after I had taken 15 classes. The most dramatic change was the new muscles in my arms and legs (biceps, triceps, and calf muscles). I also noticed that my abs are stronger and more defined. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. The teachers at Pilates Reforming NY are the most impressive and attentive that I have had in NYC. The teachers are receptive to student concerns and open to requests. Additionally, the amount of time teachers spend correcting each student is valuable to performing each exercise correctly.

Shruti Basavaraj,
Marketing Manager.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 05/25/2010 and have taken 31 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Walking/Weights/Dance Workouts. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY from a friend who had tried it a few years ago and always meant to go back. The goals I hoped to achieve were, to regain core strength and muscle coordination after major abdominal surgery in February 2007. Also I lost 20lbs in 2009 and needed to tone up. The goals I have achieved are core strength, overall conditioning and agility, improved posture (and perceived height), toned appearance, improved flexibility and gait.
I still have to achieve the following goals; a fully toned abdomen, the ability to roll up from supine position. I felt my first results after five classes. I saw these results after fifteen classes. I was amazed when others saw results after 20 classes. The most dramatic change was my waistline became more streamlined and I was able to naturally hold in my abdomen without thought or effort. I also noticed my arms and legs are more toned. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. I would like to share the fact that the studios and teachers were very warm and welcoming which made the whole experience very enjoyable.

Alice Vokshi,
My profession is: Office Manager.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 05/25/2010 and have taken 31 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Walking/Weights/Dance Workouts. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY from a friend who had tried it a few years ago and always meant to go back. The goals I hoped to achieve were, to regain core strength and muscle coordination after major abdominal surgery in February 2007. Also I lost 20lbs in 2009 and needed to tone up. The goals I have achieved are core strength, overall conditioning and agility, improved posture (and perceived height), toned appearance, improved flexibility and gait.
I still have to achieve the following goals; a fully toned abdomen, the ability to roll up from supine position. I felt my first results after five classes. I saw these results after fifteen classes. I was amazed when others saw results after 20 classes. The most dramatic change was my waistline became more streamlined and I was able to naturally hold in my abdomen without thought or effort. I also noticed my arms and legs are more toned. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. I would like to share the fact that the studios and teachers were very warm and welcoming which made the whole experience very enjoyable.

Alice Vokshi,
My profession is: Office Manager.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 05/25/2010 and have taken 31 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Walking/Weights/Dance Workouts. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY from a friend who had tried it a few years ago and always meant to go back. The goals I hoped to achieve were, to regain core strength and muscle coordination after major abdominal surgery in February 2007. Also I lost 20lbs in 2009 and needed to tone up. The goals I have achieved are core strength, overall conditioning and agility, improved posture (and perceived height), toned appearance, improved flexibility and gait.
I still have to achieve the following goals; a fully toned abdomen, the ability to roll up from supine position. I felt my first results after five classes. I saw these results after fifteen classes. I was amazed when others saw results after 20 classes. The most dramatic change was my waistline became more streamlined and I was able to naturally hold in my abdomen without thought or effort. I also noticed my arms and legs are more toned. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. I would like to share the fact that the studios and teachers were very warm and welcoming which made the whole experience very enjoyable.

Alice Vokshi,
My profession is: Office Manager.

I started at Pilates Reforming NY on 05/25/2010 and have taken 31 classes. My sports/physical acivities are Walking/Weights/Dance Workouts. I heard about Pilates Reforming NY from a friend who had tried it a few years ago and always meant to go back. The goals I hoped to achieve were, to regain core strength and muscle coordination after major abdominal surgery in February 2007. Also I lost 20lbs in 2009 and needed to tone up. The goals I have achieved are core strength, overall conditioning and agility, improved posture (and perceived height), toned appearance, improved flexibility and gait.
I still have to achieve the following goals; a fully toned abdomen, the ability to roll up from supine position. I felt my first results after five classes. I saw these results after fifteen classes. I was amazed when others saw results after 20 classes. The most dramatic change was my waistline became more streamlined and I was able to naturally hold in my abdomen without thought or effort. I also noticed my arms and legs are more toned. I am pleased with the level of attention in the group class. I am pleased with the quality of the Pilates teachers. I would like to share the fact that the studios and teachers were very warm and welcoming which made the whole experience very enjoyable.

Alice Vokshi,
My profession is: Office Manager.