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Jennifer Taylor
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Joy Coombes
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10 am yoga is perfect blend of stretching, breathing and flow
Thank you Gina!
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Kelly Baas
β 5
Love Pilates Center of Chicago! Great instructors and classes that are challenging and really provide an opportunity for mind/body connection.
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Lisa Womack
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Keltie McLaren
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Sarahβs classes are the best! Theyβre always challenging in the best wayβpushing me while still feeling accessible. I always leave feeling stronger. Highly recommend!
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Rachel D'Souza
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Beth
β 5
Love this studio. Quality equipment and instructors. The space is so inviting as well. Support this small business and walk away after a great Pilates class feeling a little taller.
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Jessica Greenfield
β 5
Was in town for a conference and the PCC team fit me in last minute for a private session. I had a great workout and learned some new tricks to get over some of my tricky spots and ideas for how to keep my recurrent injury safe.
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Laura Brown
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I have been taking classes and semi private sessions here for about a year and really love the studio space and the vibe. The instructors are all wonderful and there is a wide range of classes available. The front desk staff are super welcoming and helpful.
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Jamie Ronan
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Julie Yedinak
β 5
PCC is a wonderful place with great energy. The instructors and the owner are helpful, kind and they also have great senses of humor. I think whether you are new to Pilates or have done it before working one-on-one with an instructor is important so you can reach your goals together.
The studio and all the equipment are spotless.
PPC is my home away from home!
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Alaa Y
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Most of the instructors there are kind and helpful. The class, the equipment all deserves 5 stars. If you are new or experienced they work with you. All in all I had fun and learned a lot. I even recommended this place to two of my friends before this issue happened. My only issue with this place is the unkind and capitalist policy that owner "Rachel" put in place. I am not going to be rude and criticize their personality as I never really met this person. However, I purchased $400+ worth of class and I had an emergency that made it impossible to
go to class so I politely requested a refund giving a month advance notice, which was declined due to "this is our policy." Not only the owner refused to refund even partially, she also said my funds expire in feb (?) even though it has not been that long, the only solution she offered with due respect is a white attitude of apology that doesn't mean anything to a hardworking person and to transfer the funds to someone else. Why would I want to transfer $400 to someone else when I need it to move? so technically they took my $400 that I worked so hard for and still pride themselves with quality customer care. I understand that has to be some policies to help generate capital business is business, but you take the entire $400 when I gave you a month notice? Before you enjoy their Pilates Center of Chicago, remember their no make sense policy. Otherwise have fun and learn pilates is amazing! But if you are non white under the middle class status person who value hard work vs legal frauds tactics to generate more capital, I would choose a different place :)
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M. Hoagland
β 5
I love Pilates Center of Chicago. Rachel is one of the finest instructors I've ever had. Her dedication to alignment, proper form, and body safety is the reason I keep returning week after week. It's really helped me walk better, do yoga better, and sit better when I' at work. I highly recommend every single class, instructor, and offering here.
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Laura Holmes
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Esther Bloch
β 5
A great team of teachers at Pilates Center of Chicago, and a big, bright space with lots of equipment throughout this spacious studio.
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estefani smith
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Went here for the first time and the instructors are really great and the equipment is nice and clean. The only big issue I had with this place was the fact that they make you take a private lesson before you jump into group sessions (which makes sense), BUT after I had done that first initial private session, I was told I had to spend even more money (hundreds of dollars worth, a package deal they said) on a private lesson package order to be able to sign up for reformer classes, meanwhile if you wanted you could sign up for mat classes (which is nice and all but I have a mat at home and another online subscription so it was not needed for me). Personally, I came to a studio for the reformer not the mat classes. I am just upset because I felt like they weren't super transparent. Just be aware of this policy before going there.
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Dawn
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I've been going to Pilates and yoga classes here for a few months, and as a dancer I highly recommend this studio - the space is beautiful, clean, and large, and they do still take some COVID mitigations. Every instructor I've worked with has been knowledgeable, group classes are small so you get personalized attention, and you can sign up for classes online.
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Marina L
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Iβve been going to Beth for over 10 years. There is no one better! Her instruction is so precise and her classes are always challenging. She is very professional, committed to her clients and continued education.
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Elizabeth Trotta
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Melanie is great! Good energy at the studio.
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john Red edwards
β 5
Love the new facility. Room to stretch. Hooray
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Elena C
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Francis Lahey
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Annie Bell
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Crystal Krimpuri
β 5
Loved going to this studio! The instructors were so friendly and the space is beautiful. The only reason I stopped going was because I moved neighborhood. I really miss this studio!
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Hannah Pick
β 5
I have been going to this studio regularly since it opened. Over the years, I have been thoroughly impressed not only by the skills of the various instructors, but also by the amazing ambience that the owner Rachel has fostered by creating a comfortable environment with her beautiful interior design sense that she is always improving upon and fun events, themes, and perks for the clientele. I highly recommend you visit!
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Morgan Hicks
β 5
I love this studio. Being newer to Chicago this place has quickly felt like my community!
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Alejandra Labastida-Shapiro
β 5
Amazing Mat class with Linda Springs.
The studio is clean and neat, amazing area with all the apparatus. If you are looking for a classic teaching style, here it is the place in Chicago
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Heather Chitnis
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Naomi is amazing!! At the end of every session I feel so strong, refreshed, and taller! Our sessions are one of my favorite parts of my week!
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david shapiro
β 5
Great instructors and facilities for all levels of practitioners.
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Lisa O'Connor
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Tracy Saras
β 5
I recommend this studio highly. In my 20+ years of practice, physically it's the nicest studio - high ceilings, good lighting, plenty of space and up to date equipment. Mat and Equipment classes are good, the staff is great and scheduling through the MindBody app is very easy.
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Rupal Dadu Patel
β 5
Been going to this pilates center for years and always leave feeling limber and ready to conquer the day. Highly recommended! Try it for yourself!
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Kitty Tataryn
β 4
Pilates center on Chicago is the BEST place in the city to learn and practice Pilates. The instructors teach all levels of learning, from beginning to the most advanced. There are mat classes as well as equipment classes and oov. All instructors are well-qualified and can suggest modifications tailored to the individual studentsβ needs. The vibe is upbeat and pleasant and there is always a challenge to be met!
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Anne Grosklaus
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I have leaned so much about spine health, good posture and core strength from my classes with Melanie. She is an excellent, knowledgeable and dedicated instructor.. I really enjoy my classes at Pilates Center of Chicago, itβs a highlight of my week! Thank you, Melanie & Rachel
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Refind Interiors
β 5
The best place in Chicago for authentic Pilates, with highly trained instructors. I've done allot of great Pilates training in the past 15 years, and this is by far the finest training available in Chicago!
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Nicolette Kittinger
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Donald Davis
β 5
Like a lot of people I sit in front of a computer way too many hours. COVID and remote work made it worse. A simple task like crossing my leg was hard without me assisting by pulling the cuff of my pants. (Lost one pair of jeans as a result). Likewise my shoulders were hunched inward. Making a long story short I ended up going to Pilates Center. They were great at figuring out what I needed. Clams, scissors, the magic circle, etc for the legs. Yoga stretches and resistance bands for the shoulder. At a certain point I transitioned to more traditional βjoeβ style Pilates. Overall it has been pleasant and low pressure environment that has significantly reduced pain and increased strength and balance.
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Alexandria Cohen
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Michael Jacildo
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Ivy Spataro
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The center is very responsive to any issues/concerns. I have experienced almost all of their instructors and they are all excellent, experienced and patient. I would recommend this Pilates Center
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Garrett Gawne
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Have had sessions with 4 different instructors and each of them were excellent. The sessions were individualized and the team is knowledgable. The space is clean and open and all the equipment is in good shape. Would recommend to anyone starting out like I was.
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Jennifer Dowd
β 5
As a newcomer to Pilates, the team at Pilates Center have made me feel welcomed and capable. The environment is supportive and happy, and the space is lovely!
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Jennifer Lanser
β 5
Great and knowledgeable instructors. Beautiful studio and well maintained equipment. The virtual classes are also well-run.
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Kristy Arrington
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Margaret Czarnowski
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Fantastic pilates experienceβ¦.Rachael always watches my progress on how more flexible I become. Sheβs a stickler for making sure the movementβs are correct and you are not over stretching yourself. Sheβs one of the best in the business and is very sweet to boot!!
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Nora Clarke
β 5
Great space with knowledgeable staff!
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Michele Day
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Amazing and diverse instructors!
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Kristi Bowen
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Lisa Scott
β 5
Wonderful class, well-suited to students of varying skill levels
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Stephanie Towner
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Chris McGowan
β 5
Rachel and her team are fantastic -- I look forward to their customized workouts every time!
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Marcia Brenner
β 5
As a Pilates teacher myself, Iβm keenly aware of both the quality of teaching at a studio, as well as how the space itself, the equipment, and the overall vibe will shape my lesson. This place has it all. Although not my home studio, Iβve been taking Private lessons here with Melanie, as well as the occasional class, for about five years (one sometimes wants to workout, not at oneβs workplaceπ€£). Melanie has an incredible eye for detailed adjustments and I always leave feeling stronger and more connected. The other instructors are also very skilled, and itβs clear they love what they do. Come here for great Classical Pilates work on original Gratz equipment and for the latest contemporary classes on the Oov (try itβyouβll love it)!
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Erika Schlimgen
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Andrea Dennis
β 5
Rachel and crew are fantastic. The studio is gorgeous.
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Mary Brown
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Pamela Nosse
β 5
I had chronic back pain and was leery of doing Pilates. But I was pleasantly surprised! After a few months of regular training at PCC, my core was strengthened and my back pain disappeared. Thank you!
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Birgitte Hartmann Carlsen
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Caelin Ross
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Sylvia Mojica
β 5
Very professional instructors with great deal of experience. Rachel and Annette accommodate to all levels from the novice to Pilates to the more advanced participants. They are understanding of injuries and modify to the personβs needs.
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Ellen Meyers
β 5
This studio is really wonderful in working with people just where they are. I have been going there for several years and still get something out of each and every session. I would strongly recommend The PCC to anyone interested in exploring new ways of being well.
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Judith Craft
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Zahava Auerbach
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Kelly Kreglow
β 5
Incredible instruction. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Large beautiful open studio.
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Sharon Thacker
β 5
I have always found the studio and instructors to be dedicated pilates trainers. With Rachel at the helm the studio has a lovely warm and friendly vibe. Always respectful and geared to all levels.
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susan lee
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Paula P
β 5
Attention to individual ability and goals. Personable staff and compulsively clean. Great experience.
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Katherine Bissell Cordova
β 5
Great place! Clean, inviting space and wonderful staff.
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Kelly Fetzer
β 5
Pilates Center of Chicago has great, experienced teachers and creative classes in a light, airy space. It is the only studio I recommend!
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Sarah Wonnell
β 5
This is such a friendly place. The instructors are very knowledgeable and good at helping grow in your ability to advance to higher levels of pilates. I started coming here a year ago after a very bad ankle break that had me couch bound for 3 months. PCC has helped me rebuild not only my core and leg strength but my self confidence too.
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Martha Heitman
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L KT
β 5
I love PCC! Knowledgeable, friendly instructors; totally supportive of where I am in my practice. Highly recommend.
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James Etling
β 5
Great studio, knowledgeable and skilled instructors. A great spot for any level.
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Jeremy L Barewin
β 5
Great studio, great classes, great people.
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Anna Duvall
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Michael McCall
β 5
Barb is a classically trained Pilates Instructor with incredible knowledge. I'm grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her to anyone recovering from an injury or looking to improve their overall well-being. One way or the other, you will benefit from Pilates with Barb or any of the other great instructors at Pilates Center of Chicago.
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Mark Haeseler
β 5
The degree of individual care and focused attention provided by Melanie was beyond any experience Iβve enjoyed at any Pilates location. Iβd encourage anyone to try Pilates Center Chicago - simply a good vibe about the whole place & itβs a stones throw from the Irving Park Brown Line stop
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Krista Beymer
β 5
I highly recommend the Pilates Center of Chicago! The mat classes provide a great workout and donβt require that you have a lot of experience with Pilates. Rachel is a fantastic instructor! I like that she provides coaching and mixes up the workouts so that they arenβt the same every time. Friendly studio, great value.
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Zoe King
β 5
The staff at Pilates Center of Chicago are warm, caring people who make you feel welcome in the studio from the first moment you step in. The facility is pleasant and the equipment clean and in good shape. It's a great place to work out!
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Patricia Ward
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My introduction to Pilates was at the Pilates Center of Chicago where I found a very warm and welcoming environment. It was really easy to get started and the staff to a person are knowledgeable, experienced and supportive while still challenging everyone to grow and progress. The studio atmosphere is personable and options are always offered for individuals to work within their range of abilities. Instructors pay attention to each person, offering corrections and challenges each step of the way. I highly recommend this studio whether you are new to Pilates or are a veteran. It appears to me that there is something there for every level.
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Annie Thomas Gilmore
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Everyone really knew their stuff at Pilates center of Chicago!
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Wendy
β 5
The Pilates Center of Chicago is fantastic. I've been taking lessons a few times a week for over a year, and I always look forward to going in. The staff is stellar - I work with Barb the most, and she's amazing, but every teacher there is extremely knowledgeable, kind, and inspiring. The space is bright and modern (Rachel has made many thoughtful and beneficial changes since assuming ownership), and the equipment is excellent. Pilates Center of Chicago will change your life for the better.
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danielle rossi
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Joan Pikas
β 4
Great place; dedicated friendly knowledgeable instructors.
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Charlene Ashley
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Autumn Wolfer
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stephanie
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Sean Fairchild
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I've been going to the PCC for over a year. It's been great. No more back pain. Great compliment to lifting weights by increasing my flexibility.
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Hadley Smillie
β 5
From my very first class at Pilates Center of Chicago over four years ago, I have had nothing but satisfying experiences with the incredibly knowledgeable, personable and professional instructors. I look forward to my weekly mat and tower classes and I always feel terrific afterwards. I am so grateful to have found this amazing studio!
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Joan Pattarozzi
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Iβm a decade-long classical pilates enthusiast. Have studied with the best folks in NYC and LA (and am certified to teach mat class myself!). My experience with Melanie on a recent visit to Chicago was outstanding. I saw her for 2 private equipment sessions. I wish she and PCC were near me, in LA. The studio is gorgeous, with pristine Gratz equipment, and Melanie is truly a caring, expert, tough coach. I will visit anytime Iβm back in Chicago; looking forward!
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Eileen Rochford
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My experience working with Doug at Pilates Center of Chicago has been excellent. Iβve worked with several Pilates instructors over the past 15 years and Doug is easily one of the very best. He has extensive knowledge of the human body and how muscles need to integrate properly in order to create structural integrity. His approach to my unique body challenges (scoliosis, compromised hip range of motion) has been very effective. His manner of instruction is clear and easy to follow. I appreciate that he continues to challenge me. Iβve worked with a Doug for about one year now and am very happy with the progress he has helped me to make.
The studio is lovely, large space with high ceilings and lots of light. The atmosphere is very low-key. I enjoy working out there.
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Carol Ann Courtney
β 5
I really love this place. In the past when I have taken floor Pilates, I have not been a fan. but this place is different. I was really able to strengthen my core and it helped my back immensely! I also took Pilates on the reformer here and LOVED it!
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ann knapp
β 5
Great instruction, spacious, well-equipped, comfprtable space
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Dan Trainor
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Timothy Novak
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Allison Kimball
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Claudia Graziano
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Nancy Kalouch
β 5
I canβt thank enough Alicia , Mary and all the Pilates Center of Chicago βs family who helped me in rehabilitating my weak back , regaining my core strength and finding a healthier posture.
I went in for a consultation 6 years ago after i kept getting back pain during my Yoga routine. I was in my late 40s and considered myself fit and active , jogging and doing yoga. Little i knew that instead of engaging my cores i was instead using and abusing my back and my flexible body. It is so easy to fall in love with the Chicago Pilates Center βs team. Each member has a solid and advanced background in body mechanics , therapeutical application and teaching experience. Both the owners and the teachers form close knit relations with their students and you would quickly notice the personal touch, care and fun they add to their sessions. I definitely recommend you to try one of their privates. Be ready to get hooked for years mixing laughter with sweat and ...did i mention feeling in your best shape ever?!
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Deirdre Schlunegger
β 5
I miss Mary! Great experience, I recently went to another class in another city and had Mary's voice in my head as the instructor did not guide and I auto corrected given my experience with Mary.
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Jill Johnson
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Lindsey Christen
β 5
I cannot say enough good things about PCC and the amazing owners and teachers. They are highly trained and exceptionally skilled in Pilates as an art form and exercise, and all-around good humans. They trained me before, during, and after two pregnancies and have pushed my practice to the next level. This is the one personal activity I make time for between work and kids and it has made all the difference, mentally and physically.
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Susie McDonald
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Joanne Cloonan
β 5
The instructors at this studio are top notch. They are completely knowledgeable about the Pilates method and ensure that each client receives personalized attention in class. The studio itself has a calm, inviting atmosphere and is very welcoming. For outstanding instruction, personalized attention even during a group class, and staff who are dedicated to Pilates as the foundation for all of life's activities, the Pilates Center of Chicago is unparalleled.
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TONI Tischler
β 5
Everyone exhibits patience and professionalism. I've learned so much and my body is so much more stronger.
Fun, too.
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Catalina Kadjan
β 5
The attention to detail combined with experience is outstanding. If your recovering from an injury or just want to get into shape this place is for you. Plenty of parking and good people.
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Katie Reap
β 5
Excellent! The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable and kind!!!
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Ruizhi LIU
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Liz Davis
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taylor miller
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Angela Luem
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Sandy Smith
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Aliza F
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Barb is the best trainer I've ever had, hands down. Practicing pilates with her regularly has completely transformed me and eradicated my once daily back pain from working for years at a desk job. She understands anatomy and physiology on deeper level than the doctors I've seen for pain management. If you have any sort of chronic problem that causes you pain or discomfort, even if you've had it for a long time, she'll identify its root cause and help you transform your body. Private sessions are totally worth it.
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Sue Auerbach
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We love the Pilates Center. It is low key, but serious. My 21 year old daughter and I have been meeting with Mary Kawooya for the past 4 years. My daughter has intellectual disabilities and low muscle tone. Mary has incredible patience and has helped my daughter understand the exercises that are strengthening her body. She is even helping to get my middle age body into better shape.
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Nancy Lagesse
β 5
Love, Love Love Mary
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Chris Carmichael
β 5
A great place for pilates! The instructors are warm, welcoming, and challenging.
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