Endurance Pilates and Yoga Studio

I was a total newbie when I walked into this studio. I not only got the single best work out I have ever had, I was also able to walk out with my head held high. There wasn’t even a hint of shame for being so out of shape. I cannot express how awesome this place is. The only thing I am sad about is that I can only give it 5 stars. Highly, highly recommended.

Julie is an outstanding instructor. I was fortunate to have private sessions during my first pregnancy and then session post partum. I am an endurance athlete found the sessions were very challenging for me– which was great. Julie gave particular instruction to strengthen my core and help support my back and growing belly. I was ready for the delivery and more so was set on a quicker recovery path.

I hesitantly bought a Gilt deal here in an effort to try out Pilates. I ended up falling in love with the PAIN class offered here on Monday nights. PAIN is a hybrid class that incorporates pilates, TRX, circuit training and tabata (and more). Even though I’ve been going since the end of August, it’s still challenging. I feel like I learn a bit more each week. Since the class size is small, Julie will often give one-​on-​one feedback that is so often missing from many group class experiences I’ve had. I like knowing when I should correct my form, and more importantly HOW I can correct myself. Additionally, Julie is a very kind person. You can tell that she cares about the people who visit her studio, and aims to get everyone the best possible outcome.

Took the Barre Boston Brunch class with Jocelyn on Sunday. It was challenging but had a great time. I’m new to pilates and barre but was able to keep up with the help of Joslyn. She was able to keep the class going at a good pace to keep the heart rate elevated and able to work up a sweat, so that we could indulge in brunch afterwards and not feel to guilty. ;) Great class!

I went for my first barre & brunch class last Sunday. I have to say I exercised muscles I did not know I had. The class was fun and the instructor had a lot of energy and made the class fun. After a hard worker out we all went for brunch at Stella. That was also a highlight of the day. I would definitely go back!

Best studio ever! Tons of great classes, less expensive than other Pilates studios, and there’s even a brunch class on Sundays. Students are given a rate of only $ 69/​month for unlimited classes which is fantastic. I myself have been on the student membership for the entirety of my college career and it’s definitely been a great and cost effective way to keep those college pounds off (still eating the pizza, just earning it).

Julie is an extremely knowledgeable and skillful trainer. She also creates a nonthreatening environment and provides excellent feedback to promote body awareness. She is kindhearted and fun. I took her Matt endurance Pilates training at the YMCA in Nashua New Hampshire this weekend. I am a group exercise instructor and I feel that this training and the knowledge that she imparted will equip me to be a better fitness instructor overall no matter what I’m teaching. I highly recommend her trainings and I would imagine her studio is wonderful as well. Packed into a 20 hour training was the most personal training feedback I have ever received. Top-​notch quality for an extremely affordable price!

I have taken two classes here and loved one and hated the other.
I took Barre Boston basics with Julie and thought it was amazing! The workout was definitely not in my comfort zone and we did movements I was not familiar with, but man did I sweat. The class was extremely challenging but in a good way. there were only about 4 other people in my class and so it was hands on and intimate which was good. Highly recommend!
The second class I took was a Pilates mat class with a male teacher. The class itself was very strange and not challenging at all. I felt like I had wasted my time going. The instructor was extremely nice, but the class definitely wasn’t worth my time.

So I have to start this review off by saying that Julie is one of the most kind, heart-​felt and genuine people I’ve met. I started going to Endurance through classpass and became acquainted w Julie because she’s so friendly and charismatic towards everyone in her studio. Over that time I had suffered a bad concussion and was on a tough path to recovery. Julie noticed that the calming atmosphere of the studio, the personal attention and the physical components of Pilates were helping my healing process and offered me an unbelievably generous gift of membership to her studio. Of course in no way did she have to do any of this but I believe she’s the type of person who really cares about helping others and wants to see people succeed. These qualities carry over to the entire studio. If you attend one of her classes it’s obvious how knowledgeable she is and how passionate she is about Pilates and helping people (and her staff are also great too). I’ve been to plenty of studios (thanks to classpass) where the classes are overcrowded and the instructors seem annoyed to be there. Endurance is extremely hands-​on and since classes have only a handful of people in them, they are intimate and the teachers actually pay attention to and help you! Another thing I love about Endurance is how positive and encouraging the teachers are. They definitely push you, but don’t make you feel stupid or embarrassed for not being able to do every position or move. I recommend this place to anyone looking to get in to Pilates or who’s already a Pilates lover!

After much research I chose Endurance when I decided to start Pilates three years ago and I followed the studio from Arlington to Boston. I work privately with Julie and take an occasional barre class. At the two year mark I had a major and very traumatic health crisis. Throughout my months of recovery Julie stayed in close touch and offered her help and support. When I was ready to exercise again, Julie made room for me in her busy weekly schedule and patiently, slowly and sensitively coached me back to full strength and confident well-​being. Julie is personally committed to the experience of every student and customizes instruction accordingly. At Endurance you will be challenged beyond where you thought you could go… And amazed at what you find you can do. I am in the best shape of my life thanks to Julie and her talented staff. Give Endurance a try, it’s a one-​of-​a-​kind place.

I tried Endurance as part of ClassPass, and took a barre class. It seems to me that they thought, «Pilates isn’t quite as hip as it used to be, and barre is hip, so we should run some barre classes.» The workout isn’t nearly as good as somewhere like Boston Body, PureBarre, or Exhale.
PROS:
— Lots of individual attention.
— Small class size.
— Convenient location to downtown/​South End/​Back Bay.
CONS:
— The room where she does barre is TINY.
— Weird class strategy involves running from your mat to the barre for a 6-​step burst of cardio. And in that tiny room, you just end up bumping into each other.
— Workout was not challenging — I BARELY burned 200 calories in a 45-​minute class.
Julie gets amazing reviews for her pilates classes, so if you want to try out Endurance, maybe go to one of those. This barre just wasn’t doin’ it for me.

I have been a student at Endurance for about a year and a half now. I can’t even begin to express how much I LOVE this studio. I strive to attend classes at least 3x a week. Pilates is what originally drew me in (which is now a passion of mine) but recently I have been taking a lot of their barre classes. Let me tell you… What a workout!
These classes are very challenging but in a good way because you leave the studio feeling amazing and accomplished. (Be prepared to warm up by doing at least 50 push ups). Every instructor is fabulous– very attentive and extremely knowledgable. Class size is small, which is wonderful because you really receive that extra attention so you can perfect your form.
Barre has seriously helped me tone, strengthen, and improve my flexibility over the past few months. I have tight hamstrings and it’s amazing to notice that I can now do moves in class that used to feel impossible. Don’t be intimidated when I say it is very challenging– it is fun and the instructors are upbeat and there to help you do your best.
I feel very fortunate to be a student at Endurance. They will push you hard, but the results are great. When I am out of town for work, I try to find nearby pilates/​barre studios. Thanks to Endurance, I feel ahead of the game at other studios!
If a Barre class at Endurance can’t tone your body, I’m not sure what else will!!! I Highly recommend barre, pilates, and yoga at Endurance!

I’m new to barre and have taken two intro to barre classes with Julie at her new studio in the South End. Both times I have been totally blown away. The classes have been challenging but amazing– Julie gives great individual attention to her students and is obviously passionate about what she does. The studio space is comfortable and unintimidating. I look forward to taking more of her classes with my classpass membership and maxing out my 3 class limit every month.

Went to my 4^th class pass class at Julie’s studio early on a very snowy Saturday morning. There were only 2 of us registered, and I think it says a lot about her commitment that she didn’t cancel the class. We did an intro to barre class and got a lot of individualized attention. She was positive, upbeat, and made sure our form was perfect throughout the class. For someone beginning barre, this was invaluable and the reason why I will feel comfortable going back to her class and other barre classes. As a runner, I’m now convinced that this is what I need to strengthen my core, glutes, and all the other muscles I don’t pay any attention to while I’m out running.

I have trained with Julie for many years and have followed her from Littleton, to Arlington, and now to Boston. She is an incredibly gifted instructor who gets the best out of every student whether in a private or a class. She is able to motivate and encourage her students while still setting the highest standards — which is why her students are so loyal and see fantastic results. She is incredibly knowledgeable about classical pilates and creative in the workouts she designs. Most importantly, though, is that she is always professional, ethical, and committed to her clients.
I highly recommend Julie to anyone that wants to work hard and is serious about improving his or her health and fitness.