Heart of a Rose Pilates

I started working with L about 4 months ago because I had several old dance injuries that had never fully healed, and I needed someone to help with my recovery. As a part-​time ballet dancer, I was just starting to prepare for a show, and I was cast in some strenuous roles. I went to L hoping that through Pilates, she could assist with my recovery and help me gain some core strength, the lack of which contributed to my injuries. I went to the right person. L was instrumental in my recovery, and her custom Pilates program and stellar instruction got me through the show. She was able to clearly explain why some of the pain I experienced was so persistent. She always described why we were doing each exercise and how they would help my injuries. L has a very positive and encouraging approach, and I appreciate her good communication and regular check ins as well. L not only got me through my difficult roles, but her program made me a lot stronger in just a few months. My dancing is now stronger than ever. Also, the pain from my injuries is almost completely gone despite the intense dancing I did over several weeks. Now that the show is over, I will continue my Pilates instruction with L. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

I have been going to Heart of a Rose Pilates for about 9 months. She is so in tuned to my issues, aches, pains, challenges, and is truly as much rehab as exercise.
I have taken pilates before, but with the private instruction, she has taken me up several levels. She interchanges between the Cadillac & Reformer, and works all areas of the body.
My biceps are getting stronger, legs are tone, and the «core» is whittling away.
I love L! She has gotten me to do exercises I never thought I could do.
I highly recommend her!

I’ve been working out here for five years and have nothing but good things to say about the professional training I’ve gotten. There is a free trial session that will help you understand the uniqueness of Pilates and all it has to offer in terms of core strength and flexibility. The only other time I have had a trainer this good, that knew my weaknesses and could work on them, was at the real Golden Door in Escondido. I’m never bored as there is no set routine, once you accomplish one step in Pilates there is way more to change it up. El has taught me so much about recovering from injury, especially when I have made a mistake in my garden or hurt my back in some way.

I have been taking Pilates with El for many years. I have significant back issues and through the years, my symptoms have greatly improved. She is a wonderful instructor, gearing each class to my individual needs. She is very knowledgeable and well-​versed in all aspects of health and nutrition. Her classes are extremely safe and highly effective. She is an excellent teacher and I highly recommend her for anyone at any level of fitness..