Engage Pilates

Evanston, 3950 Church St, Evanston, IL 60203 | ★ 5 (41 Review)

📞 +1 847-616-1714

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Pilates studio

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Equipment based Pilates for our entire community. We offer small group classes, as well as private/duet sessions.

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Erica McCallum

★ 5

I couldn’t be more grateful that I found this studio. It truly has become a home away from home. There’s no denying Pilates is an investment, but this one pays you back tenfold. Class sizes being a max of 6 allows proper form and great adjustments in the moment from the instructors. All the instructors have been very knowledgeable, nice and energized! I started here a year plus ago and my physical and mental health has greatly improved over that time! I love the early options for classes to find a way to fit in some “you time” around any schedule. Highly suggest joining the experience here!

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Torey Cecchini

★ 5

I truly could not love this studio more - and I am very particular about the pilates studios I attend. Pilates has been my exclusive form of exercise for the last 10+ years. Engage Pilates has exceeded all of my expectations, from the teachers to the equipment to the programming of their classes. The quality of instruction is unmatched - never will you walk into a class at Engage and not know exactly what you should be doing or where your body should be. The teachers do not treat this like a job, but a career they are passionate about. They are consistently furthering their pilates education, learning new and creative techniques, and applying those advanced skills to the programming of their classes.

This past year, I attended classes at Engage throughout my entire pregnancy, both in a group class setting and in private sessions with Cindy. The entire staff was incredibly well-versed in modifications for pregnancy and instructing me with movements that would be optimal for strengthening and mobilizing my pregnant body. Pilates helped relieve so many symptoms common with pregnancy, including pelvic floor weakness, pelvic and lower back pain and decreased mobility. I did classes and private sessions up until the morning I went into labor, and I am convinced without a doubt that all the pilates I did during my pregnancy geared me up for an very successful and quick labor and delivery. Not only that, my recovery was has been very smooth given I did so much work on strengthening and maintaining my core, pelvic floor, and mobility (for reference, I am 4 months postpartum at the writing of this review).

Long story short, you will never regret spending your time and working your body at Engage Pilates.

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Paige Barrish

★ 5

I cannot say enough good things about my pre and post natal experience at Engage Pilates. I was searching everywhere for a place that would support me in my pregnancy while being extra mindful of my body. I also was looking for movement that would challenge me and Engage exceeded my expectations. During my first pregnancy I had back pain and felt the strong desire that I needed to move my body but in a way that felt comfortable to me- Cindy and Sage did exactly that. They are both extraordinary teachers who are kind, knowledgeable & fun. They leave you feeling so uplifted and strengthened throughout your entire body. I truly look forward to my sessions when I come here and feel so good as I walk out the door. I could not recommend Engage Pilates more!

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Hang Phan

★ 5

I had no prior experience with pilates until coming to Engage and have been taking classes here since late May. Really appreciate the instructors here (shoutout to Michelle) for always being so encouraging and patient.

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Wendy Fox

★ 5

Pilates has been life changing, and I adore Engage Pilates’ classes. The classes are small and focused on enhancing our core, balance and strength. I started going a few years ago, and had a recurring issue with quadriceps tendinitis and the exercises we do in Pilates significantly helped this recurring issue go away. The instructors are great, and can traverse well with the varying levels of skill/ability in a class. I highly recommend this studio - well worth the cost!

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Bryan Engler

★ 5

Engage is the best!! When I attended my first class with Cindy nearly 3 years ago I was hooked. All of the instructors are amazing and you truly never get the same work out twice. I couldn’t recommend Engage more enthusiastically!!!

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Rachel Haught

★ 5

I love taking classes at Engage- the instructors are all so nice and offer different styles in their instruction. I attend classes 2-3 times a week and never get bored- a first for me! I feel very comfortable and safe coming to class with any minor ache/ pains- safety is definitely a priority here.

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Tessa Kalotis

★ 5

A calm, clean space with easy parking where all the teachers are really awesome. You can get bundle deals on multiple classes and whatever your level you can pretty much join any class. I would highly recommend this place!!

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jennifer simon

★ 5

Having never tried Pilates before I am finding Engage Pilates to be exceptional. I take the same Entrance class each week and it is never the same and I already see results. Let me say the instructor Molly (and Cindy) is an exceptional teacher and my body is becoming more flexible in a short time. Well worth the price!

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Yolanda Kim

★ 5

I cannot accurately express my gratitude for Engage Pilates. I have had the pleasure of being lead by every instructor and I have never been disappointed. I feel balanced and energized after each session. Pilates has become essential to my wellbeing. Engage Pilates keeps me wanting more.

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Dennis and Miriam Schneiderman

★ 5

I have never done Pilates before in my, but when Engage Pilates opened nearby, I figured I would try it. I was hooked from the first class.

It feels so good to go after a long day at work. After a class, my body feels so relaxed physically and emotionally. All the staff are so friendly and helpful. The moves are explained simple enough so even when I had no Pilates experience, I was able to follow along. I am so happy I decided to try them out!

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Lynne Sered

★ 5

Love Engage Pilates! The teachers are great, provide individual help even in group classes. I always look forward to the classes which says alot about the quality of the classes. Highly recommend giving Engage Pilates a try.

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Shira Newlander

★ 5

Great place! Wonderful instructors! I came to engage Pilates in order to feel more energetic..after 5/6 classes I took, I was really surprised from the results.. I am feeling stronger, more balanced and above all, a lot more energetic! The women in the class are so nice and friendly which makes the classes more enjoyable!

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Stephanie Faratci

★ 5

I am so happy with the classes. The instructors are really great and they provide a variety exercises that really encompass the entire body.

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Liz Hletko

★ 5

The instructors are great. They give helpful corrections that make the workout useful for the beginner through the seasoned pros. I’m a particular fan of Sage and Cindy.

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Lisa L

★ 5

Engage Pilates changed my life. Everyone from the owner to the instructors and this community have made me feel so welcomed. I love the classes and I generally take the same classes every week and it’s never the same, so you never get bored and I learn something new each time! I always feel great when I leave! I have chronic pain and my mobility, core and over all strength and energy level have all improved! I feel so blessed to have found such a wonderful studio, teachers and community! Thank you!!

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Gretchen Oehlschlager

★ 5

The studio is beautifully decorated and welcoming. Teachers are knowledgeable, focused, and creative. I like the small class sizes too.

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Mariia Dluzhnevska

★ 5

Engage Pilates is wonderful studio for a great workout! I feel every muscle working during the class, I love how engage pilates classes helped me increase strength of my core and decrease low back pain. I like how stretches are incorporated during class with strengthening. Beautiful studio and great location!

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evelyn m

★ 5

LOVE engage pilates. I’ve always been intimidated to do group workout classes, especially considering injuries I need to account for when exercising. Engage pilates has me consistently working out for the first time in years. It’s both effective (I have abs for the first time ever?) and great for my mental health (it’s peaceful, almost like a yoga studio). Every single instructor is lovely and much more personable than I’ve found at chain Pilates studios in Evanston. I’m so grateful for this place.

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Jackie Levy Mortillaro

★ 5

Ever since I started Pilates I have more energy and when I leave a class my hips and knees feel 30 years younger. I love that the instructors give me corrections as I am doing the exercises. My core is definitely stronger.

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Lindy Goss

★ 5

I absolutely love the variety of classes and the app is just so easy to use. The equipment is top notch and the environment is very inviting to beginners. I've been attending classes regularly since Jan. 2023 and love it!

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saralyn sacks

★ 5

I highly recommend Engage Pilates. I used to hate going to exercise classes and now I love it! The small class sizes are great, the teachers are fantastic and the community is wonderful! There’s a good mix of different classes with a variety of times to choose!

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Anna Kramer

★ 5

Love Engage Pilates. I left a chain Pilates studio and will never go back. The classes are more intimate and you definitely get more focus from your instructor. Everyone has been so welcoming and made me feel so comfortable. Love.

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Elizabeth Lyons Pence

★ 5

I've been a regular for over two years, and I cannot say enough great things about Engage Pilates. The instructors are excellent, ready to push you but so knowledgable that they make modifications a breeze. The studio is calm and clean and the variety of classes offered means I can always (no excuse!) find a time that works with my schedule. Did I mention the ample free parking? The app that makes scheduling so easy? How welcoming both the other clients and the instructors and the owner are? This is the one workout class I'm never unhappy to roll out of bed for.

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PEACE BESTILL

★ 5

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Diana M

★ 5

If you've never done reformer pilates, you should definitely consider giving it a try - the exercises help lengthen & strengthen muscles at the SAME time and it feels amazing and so effective!

Whether or not you are new to reformer pilates, this is a fabulous studio. Classes are small (no more than 6 people) and the studio is sunny, clean, and well equipped. The teachers are skilled yet down-to-earth.

I do recommend booking your classes WEEKS in advance because they fill up fast, however their cancellation policy is very generous so no worries if your plans change as long as you cancel your reservation the day before!

Also, if dance classes are in session at Kaleidoscope Dance next door (e.g. weekend mornings and weekday early evening), allow yourself a few extra minutes to find parking as the lot, though large, can fill up.

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Dawn Larbalestier

★ 5

I always enjoy my workout at Engage Pilates. Clear instructions, helpful corrections and encouragement to modify or challenge myself depending on what I need in the moment.

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esther kapetansky

★ 5

Engage Pilates has been a wonderful place for me. I love the classes and the instructors are friendly and fun. I can’t believe how fast the 50 minute class just flys by. I’ll be attending many more in the near future. Love it!!

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Maureen Sweeney

★ 5

This is an outstanding Pilates studio! My wife and I have been taking weekly duet classes with Elyse for almost 2 years. The difference in our strength and flexibility following an extended period of illness is remarkable. This is a friendly, very knowledgeable studio that I highly recommend!

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Alexis Kaplan

★ 5

Engage is a terrific Pilates studio that caters to each persons individual needs. My daughter has worked with a few of the instructors, and they’ve all been so knowledgeable. The space is beautiful and provides the perfect environment to practice Pilates.

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Hinda Rubin

★ 5

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Kelly Paquin

★ 5

I love Engage Pilates! They were my first experience with Pilates and the energy of the teachers have made me fall in love. The studio is always so clean and cheery. As a college student I always make sure I schedule classes at Engage when I am home and it always reinvigorates my love for Pilates.

Also, they have reformers with towers which add so many things to using the reformer and can be hard to find at studios.

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Betsy Paquin

★ 5

I love this place! Everyone at Engage Pilate has such positive energy. No class us ever exactly the same because the instructors modify each class based on who is there and what the group wants/needs. Pilates is addressing my goals; I’m more flexible and stronger! Thank you ladies.

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Julie Zare

★ 5

Engage Pilates is the best! I absolutely adore this gem of a studio. Over the past several months and after consistent instruction, I have seen so much improvement in my practice and have transformed muscles that I didn't think I could. All instructors are knowledgeable, professional, incredibly skilled, and kind. Cindy and Elyse always listen to client feedback and are continually enhancing the beautiful studio.

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Mary Young

★ 5

Engage Pilates is an amazing pilates studios! First and foremost is it a GORGEOUS and tranquil space. Secondly it is an incredible workout.I I came with no reformer experience and feel like I am a pro now after sessions with Elyse, Meg and Cindy! I feel so strong and motivated during my classes. It is very approachable, easy on your body and strengthens your core and muscles! I love it so much and look forward to all of my classes.

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Chelsea Werner

★ 5

I am SO happy I found Engage Pilates. Cordelia has been so wonderful throughout my pregnancy. She always modifies and makes adaptations so I can comfortably participate in her classes. I always leave feeling better than when I got there. I look forward to trying out more instructors!

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Lauri Flanagan

★ 5

Excellent instruction and customer service. Beautiful studio. Fun!

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Kate Engler

★ 5

Engage is the best!!! I missed doing Pilates during the pandemic and was thrilled to hear the studio was opening. I have loved every single class that I have been to. Cindy, Elyse, and Cordelia are so good at what they do as well as being incredibly warm and welcoming.

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Marley Jones

★ 5

The decor of the studio is bright, clean, and peaceful. Everyone is wonderful and incredibly kind. The classes are fun and the instructors take care to tailor each class to the individuals in the group. Every class is a lovely intimate experience that leaves me feeling stronger and taller. So happy to have found this great place in such a convenient location!

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Kate Cohler

★ 5

Beautiful studio. Amazing instructors. Totally hooked!

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Amy Loch

★ 5

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