Pilates Essence

One on one sessions with Marie are one of the best things you can do for yourself and your body.
Marie shares her years of training and expertise with you every time you step into her studio, so be prepared to workout when you are there.
She’s encouraging and tough when needed, adjusts your workout to target strengthening your weak points.
The studio is small and very clean, truly a private session in the best way possible.
If you go once you will want to go everyday.

Marie is an amazing pilates instructor. She is knowledgeable, skilled, communicates well and pays attention to detail. I’ve been practicing here weekly for a year and her sessions are challenging and fun. She keeps sessions interesting by switching up the routines. She is flexible about scheduling, responsive and keeps her studio extremely clean. I highly recommend Pilates Essence!

Pilates Essence is a great studio on the west side, and my sessions with Mia were awesome. Fun, attentive, great attention to detail, and a wonderful workout. I love it there and am happy to see the changes in my body from the workouts she has given me. When I need to be pushed and work harder, she does. When I need more stretching or a gentler workout due to my work schedule, she modifies for me, and I am very thankful for that. Couldn’t recommend enough :)

Mia is the best instructor I have ever had! Just look at my waist, it’s down 6 inches ;-)
I’ve done Pilates in the past, but I’ve never had an instructor that was willing to take their time and help me with my form. As a result, I severely damaged my back. That’s when I came to Mia and have never been happier.
I’ve been with her for over 6 months and can definitely see the change, not just physically but emotionally as well. Mia has a very positive outlook on life and her energy rubs off on you. I can honestly say that I feel better every time I leave her class and look forward to coming. It’s hard to say that with most exercises places.
When I started, my body was out of shape and I could barely do a sit up. With Mia’s help and guidance, I was able to transform my body. She pushed me but always made sure my form was correct. That was something that was key to me. I needed someone that was willing to take their time and show me the correct moves. Mia definitely did that. Don’t get me wrong, she is a tough little cookie and the classes are hard, but she’s the best.
If you’re looking for someone to shape your body, boost your energy, and push you, go to Mia!

I had 5 sessions with Marie and can say that she is a solid instructor. She is very attuned to the body which probably comes from her previous background in massage therapy. She does have a bit of a quirky personality. However I found her to be charming and very professional.

Marie is a wonderful person and instructor. I am new to Pilates and thoroughly appreciate the level of education and expertise she brings to it. The focus on your ability, strength and experience makes each session feel fine tuned for your needs. So many different machines to use and change up your workout every time!

Two years ago I was in a lot of pain and didn’t know what to do. I was seeing a physical therapist, but she didn’t seem to be helping me. As I drove to work every day, I kept seeing a sign that read PILATES. Not really knowing what it was, I started to do some research. I soon found out that it was perfect for my type of pain — lower back. I immediately called Marie. We scheduled a session, and I was instantly HOOKED! Two years later, I sit here pain-​free. I am proof that Pilates works, and I couldn’t have recovered without Marie’s help. Not only am I pain-​free, but I have also seen a physical change in my body. She is an EXCELLENT instructor, who really knows her stuff! Not only does she teach you the moves, but she also explains the benefits of doing them. Marie runs a very professional business, and her studio is very clean. She gives each of her clients her undivided attention. I highly recommend Pilates Essence!

Since I work on my feet for 12 – 14 hours a day, it is a great change of pace to get a workout on my core and abs. That is what Marie taught me to do at Pilates Essence. She is very knowlegable and is a patient instructor. But, she also makes sure that your muscles feel the workout. She has helped me with my energy level and posture tremendously. I highly recommend Marie and Pilates Essence!

Love going to Pilate Essence to get my muscles squeezed.
I was new to Pilates although I had intended to try for 15 years.
I guess I was intimidated by it, but Marie made it easy for me to enter into this new form of fitness especially because she only does private or semi-​private, so pays attention to every little movement and correct me promptly.
Marie’s passion for this discipline is so palpable. The studio is clean and tranquil, and Marie’s calmness really helps.
Thanks Marie!

Love Pilates Essence and Marie! Such a peaceful studio. I’ve been working with Marie for about 5 months now. Coming from large group pilates classes it’s nice to have the instructors full attention. My favorite has been working on the cadillac — something that you definitely don’t get to do in ordinary pilates reformer group classes. Thanks Marie!

I never write one star, bad reviews, though this time i have to speak up. Had this been a good experience Marie would have had a regular and grateful client. I purchased a voucher for 2 private sessions after being assured sessions would be tailored to my specific and physical concerns. This is not what transpired obviously. Marie is rude and unprofessional, sometimes taking days and numerous phone messages to receive a return call .My Sessions were basic and «rote «and Marie was absolutely unconcerned about my physical goals and needs, I actually caught her glaring at me with a freaky grin. Beware this chick needs therapy …

Still enjoy coming here for my regularly scheduled Pilates workout.
i have made Pilates a part of my life thanks to having a good instructor. I no longer suffer lower back stiffness and my posture has never been better. I leave here with my head held high and all the kinks crunched out of my neck. Marie’s workout is not a walk in the park, it is challenging and really helpful. I appreciate that Marie works with you limits as you improve, and has always been able to accommodate for my schedule.

I’ve been going to Marie for a couple of months now, and my back pain is significantly better, and I am feeling better and better all the time. She has a gift in intuitively knowing exactly what you need when you need it. I am blown away by my sessions every time. Love it!

I’ve been doing Pilates for about ten years and starting going to this studio about a year and half ago. The space is not the biggest, but it’s fully equipped with several reformers, two cadillacs, multiple wunda chairs, etc. I work out with Frances, who is THE BEST! Marie, who owns the studio is also very nice and friendly. I highly recommend.

I am new to Pilates, and I just love it! Marie is very professional – she is very focused on giving her clients the best session possible. The studio is clean, organized and user friendly. Marie embodies the Pilates spirit, and I feel very fortunate I found her. Come and try her out… you will not be disappointed. I am over 50 and 25 lbs overweight and not very athletic, and I had seen results in just a few weeks. I am stronger, I feel better, and my friends have been asking me what I have been doing to look so good. Love those holiday compliments! Thanks, Marie.

I consider myself a pretty serious student of Pilates. I have my own Reformer, Cadillac and Ladder Barrel. I have probably taken at least 300 private or semi-​private classes. I have been to many studios and have worked with many teachers. I love Pilates Essence and Marie. First of all Pilates Essence is the best studio I have ever worked in. Bright, open, and with a terrific selection of top quality equipment.
Marie deserves credit for having the cleanest studio I have ever seen. She is scruplous about having you clean every piece of equipment including mats and handles. I love it! I have worked out on enough stinky equipment at other studios to really appreciate this.
Marie is a terrific teacher. She is very knowledgeable about Pilates. Something that I find very unique about her is that she has an instinct for how hard to push you in a workout. My biggest objection to other teachers has been that their workouts were either too easy or too hard. Marie pays attention, and pushes you as hard as you need to go at that moment, as opposed to running you through a generic series of exercises.
A great Pilates Studio!

This is a wonderful studio and Marie the owner is a top flight instructor. I was a top level college athlete with lots of injuries etc. I also dabbled in non-​orthodox California style pilates. I have to tell you get the real thing and get it at Essence Pilates. It will remake your body and you will feel great doing it. Guys learn what women are doing here, you will gain lean muscle and flexibility.
On the studio. Marie is tough and sweet at all the right times. The studio is always clean and welcoming. It is a very professional warm environment. I have worked out with lots of professional trainers and Marie even world class coaches and Marie is in the very top 1% of those I have worked out with. I honestly quit my personal training even leaving sessions on the table. I just could not get what I was getting at Pilates Essence!
Go check it out know. Men and women you can’t beat it. And go for the traditional style. It is way better and more organized than Califronia style pilates. You will see after a few weeks.

I had tried Pilates at a few other places around the Westside and hadn’t really found a place that I liked. I received a gift certificate to Pilates Essence as a gift and thought I’d give it a try since it was already paid for…
I had my first session with Marie and loved it. I have never had an instructor as attuned to me and my body as Marie. She is dedicated to making sure that you actually learn the practice of pilates and not just absentmindedly mimic what she’s doing.
I have been going to Pilates Essence for over a year now and wouldn’t go anywhere else – and I am very picky.

I had been wanting to try Pilates for a long time and took a free intro session at my gym. I really liked it but the session rates were outrageous! So I held off for a while and was very excited to learn about a Pilates studio just blocks from my house.
I go every week now, the rates are much more reasonable. The instruction is awesome. Marie knows her stuff and has a great method of motivating, teaching and encouraging all at the same time. She has great energy and is always nice to be around. I was visibly more flexible after just the third session and definitely feel the difference on a daily basis.
The studio itself is intimate, but very comfortable and pleasant. They are also one of the few studios that offer group Reformer classes! I am telling all of my friends about it. Pilates Essence Rules!!!