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Tom McCook is a great teacher. I enjoyed all the teacher training classes. Tom has a fantastic ability to bring calm and focus to the class. He also has the best assistants. I felt that I got all the help I needed, when I needed it.

Tom made the class alot of fun but also provided outstanding hands-on instruction and cueing techniques.
Tom is an outstanding teacher, as always. Clear, supportive and inspiring! I feel extremely lucky to have the opportunity to train with him.
I plan to teach mat pilates as soon as I complete my certification. I hope to continue my training to include apparatus. The knowledge I have gained with my Mat I and II training is amazing. it has helped me to understand my own body so much better, and will help me teach others to understand and improve their own body alignment and movement.
The book for the class is outstanding. I'm so impressed with the level of detail in the manual. I'm greatful to have the material in one location. Thanks Nora!
The material was well presented and the binders are very clear with lots of room for making notes. Tom is very present in his teaching.
Tom did a wonderful job teaching us the advanced Reformer exercises. I learned so much this weekend!
Tom McCook is above and beyond a trainer of teachers...he embodies all of the principles and thoroughly, intelligently and with mastery teaches each module!
To be able to be taught by someone of Elizabeth Larkam's experience and respect in the field speaks volumes of your program
Great class. Elizabeth is wonderful and SO knowledgeable. I'm even more excited about Pilates than before taking the level 1 course. I want to take more classes!
Elisabeth is one of the best teachers I have ever experienced. She motivated each of the students to critically think about what each exercise was accomplishing and about what each student needed to work on. All this was done in a positive and masterful way. She also conveyed an extensive history of the local and national history of Pilates. And of course, demonstrated the movement and teaching skills masterfully.
Elizabeth is an exceptional teacher. She makes the classes educational and fun!
Julian and Melissa are so thorough, encouraging and informative. Everything I thought I knew about both the execution of the exercises and how to teach them was changed and refined, and I really feel excited to move forward in my training.
Great class, warm friendly environment. Fun and knowledgeable teachers. I felt like I was getting my moneys worth.
Nora's grace and wisdom are unmatched. It was an honor to be there, and to meet so many other amazing teachers as well. Thank you for the opportunity.
Nora takes very complicated material and makes it both applicable and personal. Looking forward to the next set of classes!
I always get a great deal out of Nora's training. The group was large but very compatible. It's very helpful to learn with someone who is both knowledgeable and experienced. Nora does not suffer from any of the Pilates orthodoxy that I've sometimes encountered. She inspires by sharing her endless curiosity and willingness to learn with us. Also, she's fun. You cannot underestimate the importance of that.
Movement Medicine taught by Nora St. John presents an experience of body mechanics from the inside out. The body is engaged through movement. The head is engaged through thoughtful presentation of material and shared insights from participants. The heart is engaged in the respectful and caring way in which the workshop is conducted.
Nora's teaching style merges tactile (experiencing the body part being discussed), visual (seeing the part on the skeleton and individual skeletal pieces), mental (clear verbal explanation and excellent written notes), and practical application (floor exercise or demonstrations on the equipment). Having any idea repeated effectively in so many ways is very helpful
Our instructor Karen Sanzo was excellent both in terms of knowledge of the body and Pilates, but also in terms of presenting the material clearly.
Having the small class was amazing because we got a chance to be taught each exercise personally by Shelley. She even stayed late to go over some of the material with one of the students which really speaks to how determined as a teacher she is for her students to succeed. I would recommend this course to other students very highly.
Having personal physical problems Karen and Shelly were very accomidating and I still feel I learned a great deal during the weekend. They made sure I took care of myself first and I appreciated the support.
Karen and Shelly at Pilates Unlimited in Dallas were great teachers and I had such a wonderful learning experience taking the reformer 1 module. The movement principals and fundamentals were very helpful and both instructors were very knowledgeable and informative.
Karen is an excellent teacher, was a really great time!!!!!!!!!!!
Karen and her assistant Shelly are incredible. A great asset to your training program. I have taken Pilates Mat from Pilates Unlimited in the past. The partnership of Pilates Unlimited and Balanced Body is a win/win combination.
I absolutely loved the course.Naomi and Dallas did a wonderful job. Presentation and explanation was clear. They were professional and approachable. Building the muscles in clay on the skeleton gave me a deeper understanding of the muscles location and function.
Sharon and Arlene are not only gifted teachers, but gifted teachers of teachers! They have a knack for being able to convey the subtleties of each movement. I am so Thankful and fortunate to have worked with them!
Arlene and Sharon are really wonderful to experience overall and deliver such a superior quality of teaching this material.
Arlene is an amazing educator! Her insight and experience are
Reformer 2 was presented wonderfully. The presenters were awesome and the manual was very very good. Time was used very efficiently. I really enjoyed the education and found the whole weekend very informative and helpful. Arlene and Sharon were terrific. I look forward to Reformer 3!
I really like Balanced Body's methodology for teaching the fundamentals of pilates. I will definitely consider pursuing the other apparatus certificates with Balanced Body.
This experience has truely been one that will stay with me for a long time. Arlene and Sharon are very knowledgable and share the wealth of information they have in a very non-threatning way. They keep the communication open for true learning, I would recommend this course work to anyone
Arlene and Sharon were great. They really made certain that I understood and can work with the movement principals. They are great to work with.
This was a great class. Both teachers were excellent.
Donna and Patrick did an outstanding job. Their depth of knowledge and experience is invaluable. I can't wait for Mat II!!!!!
This was a fantastic learning experience which enveloped the philosophy of teaching and the practice of exercise while stressing the client needs. I will highly recommend these teachers to anyone who wants to excel in their own practice and teaching others. To put it simply, Patrick and Donna, the instructors, are masters of teaching the core principals & practice of the discipline of Pilates.
Donna & Patrick are amazing. They give such great perspectives, and allowed me to truly understand the material. I am excited to continue my education with them.
I really enjoy the flexibility of the BBU program. Lizbeth is so nice and helpful in helping me be successful with my training.
I thought Nico was thorough, fun, inviting and professional. I am looking forward to taking additional seminars from him in the future.
Niko was very thorough in his presentation. He made the vast amount of material easily understandable and exciting. I very much enjoyed the presentation and training and I look forward to further trainings with Balance Body University!
Niko was great. He was extremely knowledgeable, well spoken, good with people and entertaining.
Nico is extremely knowledgeable and an incredible communicator. The class was well organized and easy to understand.
Loved the class. SO informative. Really liked that there was time to practice material that was covered in class. Have already recommended class to other people. Nico is very knowledgeable and made the class very enjoyable. He is AWESOME
Outstanding course. Excellent Trainer! I learned so much - and I can't wait to apply my learnings. I'm looking forward to the next training session.
I LOVED the Reformer 1 Cert. with Nico.
Nico is an excellent trainer for Balanced Body. He knew the material, answered questions, provided feedback, and challenged each of the participants. I plan to take several courses from Nico and become certifed thru the bridge program that BBU offers.
Nico is an amazing instructor. He presented well, gave us lots of practice time with each other, was able to show us how to compensate for people with physical limitations, and how to add some creativity. Nico's enthusiasm and patience for hours on end was a real gift to us students. I look forward to future BB classes with Nico.
Nico does a great job of covering the material, giving us time to practice, inspiring us with amazing workouts and going above and beyond by creating learning opportunities such as engaging the class in discussing building block moves from Reformer 1 and 2 to train a client's body to successfully perform the moves of Reformer 3.
Nico does a great job and I always choose him when I want BBU trainings!
Nico is an outstanding teacher.The teacher, the group, the facility - all made this a very worth-while experience. Thank you for the opportunity.
Nico was a great presenter. He was well prepared and very knowledgeable. The material provided gave me plenty of variety. I look forward to taking Level 2 next year!
Nico actually exceeded my expectations. He went above and beyond the manual with very helpful hand outs. I have used these handouts already when teaching Yoga and Pilates. He broke down the material in a way that I could easily understand and retain. Nico also physically demonstrated the specific movements for each muscle group with allowed me to understand what each muscle does. He also integrated Pilates Exercises into the movements. As a Pilates instructor, still in the process of completing my Balanced Body Education that extra step really helped me understand the purpose of the exercises I am learning. The Anatomy in Clay course has given my more confidence as a instructor.Thank you Nico! I recommend this course to anyone who moves, meaning everyone!
Nico did a great job. It was a great and fun course. I learned so much more than I had imagined.
Great course!!! Love working with Nico!! I'm really hoping to see him in Phoenix:)
Nico teaches such great choreography that it is very inspiring.
Joy is an excellent teacher. Very much enjoyed the workshop.
Joy is great - very knowledgeable, and keeps the course flowing at a good pace. Taking a class in the morning was a nice way to begin the day and to be introduced to some of the exercises presented on that day.
Joy is an excellent presenter. She kept us right on task. Which I appreciated because there was so much to cover.
Joy is an amazing instructor and very patient. I am an avid Pilates student but learned more than I expected this weekend. I am so excited to continue my education with BBU.
Joy Karley is an excellent teacher and Balanced Body Pilates is a perfect fit for my training philosophy!
Joy was extremely knowledgeable. She made sure to relate all the material to her own personal experiences in teaching Pilates. She gave great advice about how to be a professional teacher and how to deal with all different types of students. The class was a LOT of information to take in in 2 short days, but Joy made it a welcoming, non-intimidating environment in which to learn. Looking forward to Mat II and Reformer training in the future.
Joy was a great instructor--very thorough. I've had a little instruction on using rollers before but this was way ahead of any other workshop I've taken.
The jump board is an exciting tool to intergate with the rest of the reformer workout. What a great little cardio burst!
The course far exceeded my expectations, primarily because the instructor was so dynamic and knowledgeable.
Rob is extemely gifted with his knowledge, and is very kind hearted. Rob has amazing accuracy for any type of corrections. Linda was really helpful with demos,and also very knowledgeable. They complimented each other well.
I LOVE the Balanced Body approach to Pilates. Since taking Mat 1 with Rob last month, my class sizes have nearly doubled -- partly because of my excitement over the method, but also because of the caliber of education I've received. I can't wait to learn more! Also -- Rob at Body Concepts is an amazing teacher -- not only is he more than competent regarding the material, but always accessible for any further questions his students may have.
Excellent presentation
This kind of information you can't get from a text book, I am so glad to have the option and availability to take this course. I really got so much out of this class and I can't wait to take the next. Again Jen did an amazing job,she really is a great teacher.
Jen was an excellent instructor. The more I learn the more I realize I don't know. Pilates, as a student and instructor, is a life long study.
Jen Lynch did a fabulous job. She was incredibly knowledgeable, presented information thoroughly, was able to explain concepts in multiple ways, and sensitive to the needs of the group who had varying levels of experience. Awesome job.
Jen was great. I loved the fact that she had a strong background in biomechanics and anatomy and a good understanding of common diseases that I normally see in my clinic. She was open, enthusiastic and gave us exactly what we needed/wanted.
Portia was excellent! I feel so lucky to have had her as my teacher. I am so excited about taking her Mat 2 class in a couple of weeks.
Portia did an incredible job teaching Reformer 1. She was not only very professional, but very knowledgable about the topic. It was an amazing experience and I look forward to her coming back to teach Reformer 2. I would recommend Portia to teach anyone that loves Pilates and wants to get certified!
Portia was fantastic. Wish we could have BBU training every weekend!
We love Portia!
Portia was wonderful. Insightful and well-trained. She had a mixture of students and instructed very well with a sense of humor and professionalism that was appreciated.
PORTIA IS AMAZING. NOT ONLY IS SHE INSPIRATIONAL, SHE PRESENTS THE MATERIAL IN A PROFESSIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND STRAIGHT-FORWARD MANNER WHICH EVEN A NOVICE CAN UNDERSTAND. I LOVE HOW THE PROGRAM IS "GROUP" FRIENDLY AND NOT AS RIGID AS SOME OF THE OTHER PILATES CERTIFICATIONS OUT THERE. GREAT COURSE AND INCREDIBLE VALUE!
Portia is extremely knowledgeable and kept the class interesting. Can't wait for Module 2!!!
I think that Donna Parson's is one of the most patient and knowledgeable instructors. I've really enjoyed working with her.
Patrick and Donna are amazing teachers we learn so much from them. They make it an enjoyabable experience.
THE COARSE WAS AWSOME DONNA IS DEFINATELY A MASTER INSTRUCTOR SHE WAS CLEAR AND CONSICE I ONLY WISH SHE LIVED HERE SO I COULD DO PRIVATE LESSONS WITH HER.
Although I have a certification from Barbara Huttner in Pilates I wanted to further enhance my education and BBU is exactly the choice for me. I love the Pilates on Tour events, the wonderful assistance from anyone at Balanced Body as well as the all the great equipment. Katy Taylor is an exceptional teacher and has been my mentor for several years. I look forward to more involvement with BBU in the future.
Katy proved to be a great instructor. She has made me feel confident that Balanced Body University has maintained the integrity of Pilates through her thorough teachings of form. This program reaffirmed that I will be a life long student of this practice.
Carolyn was fabulous. She is oviously passionate about the subject in addition to being very knowledgeable and experienced.

She was able to make some of the more complex concepts accessible to those of us not as educated in anatomy/physiology. She is a very engaging and personable instructor and am looking forward to more opportunities to learn from her.
Carolyn was wonderful, she went really deep with cueing techniques, demonstrations, teaching practices and movement lab. She was highly-organized, focused and professional, and really showed us that she is indeed a Master Pilates Instructor. I feel like it was one of my richest training experience thus far.
I enjoyed Valentine very much and would like to have her back for reformer 2 and 3.
I really enjoyed learning about the ARC and how to apply it to a variety of clientele. The instructor, Blaine, was very informative, positive and fun!
Blane is a fantastic teacher. So incredibly knowledgeable but he also makes it really fun and entertaining. I also really appreciated that he demonstrated everything throughout the workshop. I hope to take more workshops with him in the future!!!!
Thank you for all the time and energy I know has gone into creating such a great, comprehensive program. The materials are so helpful in supporting the transition from Pilates student to Pilates teacher. I have worked with Blane as a student; and feel extraordinarially lucky to be able to begin my teacher training with him. His focus and dedication to the craft of Pilates and his exceptional teaching skills are unparalleled! Thank you! Elizabeth
Blaine was yet another dynamic and helpful instructor. Suggestions were great!
I loved Melanie Clifford's class! Melanie has such charisma and contagious energy! The visions and demonstrations that she used to describe the principles and exercises were done with such clarity. Melanie is an inspiring teacher. Melanie made the weekend very enjoyable! Thanks Melanie!
Jeanine's knowledge and passion for pilates and movement is apparent and an asset to teaching. She has excellent communication, and offers useful feed back. She commands a level of attainable excellence in herself as well as her students. She is a wonderful instructor and an asset to BBU and EHS
The instructor for mat 1 at EHS pilates studio in San Francisco, Janine, is a wonderful teacher. Clear and concise, very knowledgeable, helpful, and a pleasure to be around.
Jillian was awesome! I thought she was knowledgeable, nice, and thoughtful of any questions asked. Would recommend BBU to anyone looking to further themselves in the fitness industry.
This is my 6th course with Jillian. She is an outstanding instructor. Because of her, I have continued on with pilates. Also exceptional was your Anatomy in Clay course. I am impressed with Balanced Body's educational program, and I have been through lots of trainings in 20 years.
Jillian is a brilliant teacher who explains the material well and demonstrates it with imagination and clarity. It was a privilege to be in the company of my colleagues from Midtown and to be inspired by Jillian.
Jillian was wonderful. BBU was Great.
Great class! Jillian was wonderful! Good energy & flow to the instruction. I look forward to Level 2! Also, there are many instructors at Sport & Health who were not able to take the Level 1 training b/c it was full, and we hope Level 1 will return soon!
Jillian was a wonderful teacher! I learned a lot, and was introduced to a less stressful training program that inspires me to go further in my Pilates education. THANK YOU
Jillian was a great teacher. Learned a lot an enjoyed the weekend.
Jillian was fantastic. Absolutely fantastic. Her energy is contagious and the information that she provided to us was priceless. I am excited to have her come back and take us even further with our Pilates journey!
Lisa Graham is a super teacher - motivator and a really nice person. I really liked the lectures. They were sooooo appropriate and detailed.
Lisa did a tremendous job teaching our group. I'm totally wiped out so I know I learned alot. She has great energy and knowlege on a multilinear plane. I'm excited to be taking the whole program with her.
Lisa is awesome! She is very inspiring and energetic. You can tell she loves to help others and this exactly how I feel about teaching. Her presence is perfect.
Lisa Graham is an exceptional teacher. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable, clear, concise and well organized, she is also a warm, engaging, humorous and generous instructor. Lisa Graham inspires me to become a better Pilates teacher.
Lisa Graham is exceptional in every way. Not only can she present the reformer exercises in a thorough, well-organized and concise way, she can also relate the exercises to the overall Pilates method, to everyday movements and explain how these exercises can affect a person's overall health and wellness in a positive way. She is an inspiration.
Lisa is exceptional in her ability to present very advanced and super advanced reformer exercises in a way that makes them achievable, to some degree, for each person in the class. This is an unbelievable talent on her part. She is thorough, efficient and inspiring as well as approachable and professional.
Lisa was Wonderful to work with ! Her teaching style is great and she created an enviornment that was easy, comfortable end encouraging
It was fantastic! Lisa was a great presenter and I look forward to working with her in the future on future trainings.
Lisa and Ky are a great teaching team!
Lisa is a fantastic teacher. Clear and concise, and funny!
Lisa is such a competent teacher and wonderful person. It's slightly a miracle that she I converged in this training. I went to Boulder and Santa Fe to research the possibilities, and I know that Agile Monkey's training surpassed any others out there.
Lisa and Ky are amazing instructors. I learned so much over the training weekend. They are both really helpful and invite questions in a friendly, nurturing, and extremely positive learning environment.
Dian was a great instructor. She was very well prepared and flexible with the traing format. It was really worth my time. I feel prepared to tearch Reformer Level 1.
The whole team at ABsolute Center is top notch, very knowledgeable.
Great class and great teacher. Information is presented well and the manuals are easy to read.
I have been a practioner of Pilates for over 30 years. Barbara Wintroub is very exciting, motivating and very knowledgeable. The workshop time just flew!!
Cari is an amazing Master Pilates instructor. She can teach beginning or advanced students with ease. Her classes are challenging, informative, and fun! I would highly recommend taking this or any of her other classes- she's an absolute gem!

Roger Gonzalez has an encyclopedic knowledge about the history of Pilates. He is a wonderful instructor for students at all levels and his classes are always fantastic!

What a great team!!!
Roger and Elizabeth are extremely clear, thorough and passionate teachers. They give modifications for different levels and injuries, etc. I always come out of these weekends feeling like I'll be a better teacher with my clients and classes.
I am really enjoying my training through BBU. I have learned so much and becoming more passionate about pilates. I am becoming such a better teacher through this program. So happy to have found it!
Roger is a great instructor. He always makes sure that I understood the exercise before moving on to the next one. Core Conditioning studio was a nice and clean studio and the staff was very helpful with any questions I had. Roger ROCKS!! teaching pilates. When I take Reformer 3, I will have Roger teach me again.
Cari is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of Pilates & movement. Not only is she an expert, she can effortlessly explain things in a way that is easy for everyone to comprehend. Her teaching style is very open & friendly which creates a safe learning environment. I always felt comfortable asking questions. I cannot imagine a better Pilates teacher instructor. Cari is top-notch. I can't wait to learn more from her!
Cari is an incredible teacher and I'm happy to have the chance to learn with her.
Our presenter Roger Gonzalezz - Hibner was very thorough. Thanks, Roger!!
Zayna and Catherine present a fabulous workshop. The inclusion philosophy of BBU is refreshing and unique. Allowing information sharing, not exclusivity, is a quality of utmost importance to me. I realize many people can probably convey the Pilates principles and exercises, but more impressive is the positive attitude aspect of teaching. I'm going to work very hard on eliminating the word "Don't" when teaching, substituting "Try this" or "Does this feel better." Just coming away having learned that made the whole weekend worthwhile!
I found the course very refreshing I can apply the principals to more than pilates. The manual is very user friendly and I love the cueing guidelines
Zayna's class in Newton Ma was phenomenal! Zayna is a great person and fantastic teacher. I love the Balance Body method. I plan to continue straight through all the certifications. Thank you
Zayna is fantastic! Very knowledgeable and love the positive approach!
The small group practices made it easy to absorb. It was great to have several instructors to help on Fri and Sat. Zayna asks for frequent feedback which I thought was great. She really seemed to care how everyone felt and gave constructive feedback.
As usual, a great class in a supportive and fun environment. Katherine and Zayna are a wealth of information and support!
Zayna and Kathryn are the most amazing teachers! They are extremely professional, and always teach their courses in a way that keeps everyone focused and engaged. I feel so lucky to have the opportunity to learn from them. I have taken all of my BBU courses through Boston Body & without hesitation, would highly recommend their training program to anyone!
This course was amazing! I feel like Mat II brought my teaching to a different level. Zayna is such an amazing Pilates trainer and educator!
The BBU Training at Boston Body exceeded my expectations. I loved the size of the class, it brought a diverse group of Instructors in which we were able to learn from. Zana & Kathryn were amazing. There was so much to learn in one weekend and they were able to get into the depth of the exercises but did not allow the class to get out of control. It was a perfect approach and I am excited to blend these new tools and exercises into my teaching style. I am also looking forward to take more training with BBU in the near future.
Session was great! The whole year was wonderful.
I thought it was a great course. Zayna, Kathryn, Barbara, and Lauren are great instructors. They gave me the tools to be able to continue in my learning of the more advanced moves. Breaking the movements down and creating the layering technique will really enable me to teach my population of students.
This was such a great weekend. Everyone was warm and inviting and the atmosphere was very non-judgmental. Everyone helped and encouraged everyone else and I learned so many amazing insights that will definitely help carry me through my teaching career.
Excellent. Very practical - what I've been searching for in Pilates. Some styles confound the client with kinesio-babble and impossible to understand cues. Balanced Body brings Pilates down to earth.
Excellent course. I felt like Zayna and Kathryn really catered to my specific needs
Zayna and Kathryn are the most wonderful teachers. The environment was very warm and open, making it comfortable and relaxed for nervous newcomers like me. Time flew by... The demonstrations, drills, exercises and workshopping proved to be extremely valuable tools. All in all this weekend was great. Thank you.
Lots of material, but Zayna and Katheryn were very helpful
Great course, very informational!
BBU is truly lucky to be associated with Boston Body. The trainers and people there are truly amazing. I was contemplating whether or not to receive my full certification from Power or BBU - and after my first day with Zayna and Kathryn - I knew BBU was the certification for me and Boston Body was where I wanted to be.
The Belmot Chain Does a great job at breaking down the exercises so that you can fully understand tha material.
Zayna Gold is a wonderful, informative, and intelligent woman. Everything I have done with her has given me learning tools that I utilize in all my classes. Her Pilates teaching skills are unmatched by anyone else I have taken.
Zayna and Kathryn are just outstanding -- they offer so much more than just teaching. They take a genuine interest in each and every student -- they model the behavior we should show our clients. I feel so very fortunate to have the opportunity to learn from them.
Boston Body was the best possible place I could have chosen to do my certification. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and the atmosphere is nurturing.
I really enjoyed my experience at Boston Body and I learned a great deal the anatomy course with Zayna. Her approach to pilates is wonderful. I thought how Zayna relayed anatomy specifically to pilates and certain excercises was extremely helpful - providing cues to assist in getting the client to connect in the desired body area.
I really enjoyed the Mat 1 training weekend. Understanding the pre-pilates format has really helped my training with re-hab and older people.
I loved the weekend as I learned so much. I was very nervous going in. The students in this class varied from the most inexperienced (me),to teachers of many years. Zayna managed to keep the weekend interesting for all levels of students.I am looking forward to more courses. Thank you!
Balanced Body's approach allows for a more customized program for individuals rather than emphasizing specific routines.
I LOVE Zayna! She is by FAR the best teacher/trainer I have ever had the pleasure of working with/for. Her cueing, presentation, wealth of knowledge and calm, condfident nature makes her the pilates guru in my eyes. She is absolutely phenomenal! I can not say enough about her. I will continue to take any and ALL courses she is intructing!
Zanya was phenomenal! I loved everything about the Exo chair. I can see how Pilates instructors can really fine tune the workout for their students and how group exercise instructors can finally use something to really help their students understand and activate their core. I would have loved more time with Zanya and I hope to get to go to her studios soon to study more!
The staff is amazing at Boston Body. I felt fully supported and they made the course fun and informative. Cues and application of exercises were in abundance. I can't wait to go back for more training. :)
The course was fantastic. The organization, all instructors involved, and even all of the course participants were a joy to work with.
The BEST, absolute BEST training I have ever taken in the twelve years that I have studied pilates and fitness in general. Not only was Zayna the warmest, most welcoming instructor I have ever met, she was also the most knowledgeable, by far. Zayna's approach, knowledge, and expertise is unmatched by any of the instructors I have trained with in any of the disciplines that I have earned certification. You are very lucky to have her on your staff and I am even more privileged to be able to study with her. I will be honored and proud to become a part of the Balanced Body family!!!
Great class...my favorite so far! Am starting the first yoga and matt class for free to the V.A Boston hospital for all of the Vets and family an staff.....the Balanced Bosdy courses will be invaluable to me. This class will be first of its kind in the NE military hospital setting. Zayna has been a great inspiration and teacher. I can't wait to take what I have learned in her classes and offer to those in need.
Zayna and team are wonderful! She presents material clearly and has excellent ques to help activate the appropriate muscle groups for each exercise. I highly recommend this course to any Pilates Instructor or practitioner.
This course opened my eyes to the wonderful world of Pilates! Zayna Gold is an asseset to Balanced Body! Her warm teaching oura has made pilates a way of life and not just another metal machine in a cold room.
I think the Balanced Body method is in a class by itself. Having less choreography in the beginning makes the movements more effective and easy to understand. This was by far one of the best training weekends I've ever had.
The Manuel was really well done, and the course was well thought out.
Nico Gonzales was my first BBU Instructor. He presented the Mat I material in such a friendly, engaging manner that I knew I was in the "right" program. For strictly logisitcal reasons, I took Mat II with Carolyne Anthony and in her, I found a my Pilates mentor. Carolyne presents Pilates with such grace and wisdom. BBU is truly blessed to have such great faculty as Nico and Carolyne. I am happy and proud to have achieved my full mat certification. Thanks BBU!
Carolyne Anthony was a wonderful instructor! She is very inspirational! I found the class to be challenging, yet never felt overwhelmed. I am looking forward to Mat 2!
Gina is a great instructor! I can't wait to work with her more in the future!
I found Gina extremely knowledgeable, would like to have her again for the Reformer II and Mat II if possible.
Gina presented the material very well. I learned a great deal that I was able to put into use immediately.
Gina Piccolo was marvelous! She seemed to have a vested interest in our grasping the material. I’ve noticed that Pilates can be elitist. This is not so with Balanced Body. Gina was nurturing and supportive as I learned the material. The environment she created allowed me to relax. While I knew I was being evaluated and graded, I didn’t feel judged. This really helped me focus and get the most out of the training. I was really impressed with the extra mile she went to reinforce the concepts. In fact, since her return flight was late she volunteered to teach our group an extra class. Knowing there aren’t many locations where I can receive expert instruction on the new EXO Chair, I jumped on the opportunity. This extra time helped cement the things I had learned over the weekend. This is my third Balanced Body training. Each time I've been impressed with the quality of the instructors and their depth of knowledge. Each time I am surprised that the current trainer is even better than the last. The depth of your instructor base is truly impressive. I’m hooked!
I am simply blown away by the quality of Jennifer's workshop. She has an incredibly deep understanding of the pelvic floor, the pre- and post-natal body, and the birthing process -- but what really impressed me was her ability to present such a wealth of interrelated information in an organized, articulate and thoughtful way. I plan to study with her again as soon as possible. She makes me proud to be part of BBU.
Jen is an excellent instructor! I plan to take more with her.
Jennifer is a wonderful instructor. She explains the exercises, cueing, modifications, etc.
Great course and excellent teacher!
Jen Gianni is beyond excellent is her knowledge of Pilates,movement, anatomy, and her presentation skills and how she relates to everyone in the course is what makes it so worthwhile. I own the studio that hosted this training and am so thrilled that Jen has decided to come to the Charlotte area to teach for BBU!
The Instructor was perfect. She was able to teach to a room of peopel that were all on different levels. She made everybody feel at home and free to make mistakes and free to ask questions. Again she was perfect!
We had a fun and informative class. Kathleen has so much experience and knowledge. I plan on signing up for more of her classes.
The mat training was great! Enjoyed Kathleen's knowledge and presentation.
I felt the material and training was extremely well organized. Easy to follow and understand. Kathleen was attentive to our questions and our different fitness levels and capabilities.
Mary Jayne Johnson was a phenomenal teacher. I learned a great deal from this course because of the manner of presentation and plan to take the next weekend course.
The information in the manual was extremely helpful, especially the additional resources. Also kudo's to you guys on giving credit where credit is due. Keep up the great work!
In 12 hours of instruction I learned more than I did in an entire semester of yoga/pilates at my college! Marcia was very, very informative and an all around great teacher. She took time to give us feedback and walk us through things to work on. I was very happy with the course!
Sarah is wonderful!!! She doesn't waste one moment of our time - everything she presented was relevant and useful!
The course was a great blend of review on fundamentals of the Pilates method, along with an introduction to the development of teaching skills.
LOVE LOVE LOVE LESLEY POWELL!! TRULY THE BEST AT GETTING THE INFORMATION OUT IN A MANNER THAT EVERYONE UNDERSTANDS!!
Leslie has a wonderful style of teaching that makes it fun to learn something which can be intense.
Lesley Powell... Lesley Powell... Lesley Powell... There are not enough words to express what a truly fantastic TEACHER she is!
Lesley Powell is an icon, and a gem. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with her and at her studio Movements Afoot.
Lesley Powell is a great teacher and representative for Balanced Body - Best, Gibby
Leslie Powell is a wonderful teacher and a fabulous inspiration...
lesley powell uses an organized approach to teaching that breaks down the fundamentals and gives examples of various cues to correctly align clients bodies. she is so wise, yet patient with students. when she leads you through the evercises, you discover all the correct placements to gain the most value out of the movements. i am so grateful to have found this expert and wonderful woman to study pilates with.
Leslie is a Great teacher and a wonderful motivator, an inspriation to all. I plan to continue studying BBU courses with her...
The course is laid out in a very simple straightforward manner. I especially appreciated how a variety of exercises were presented under the same heading (ex. Arms facing Straps) rather than listing each as a separate exercise. It promotes good flow and helps new teachers see how to get the most out of each position.
I loved the manual- very well laid out with more information than I expected.
Erin was able to present concepts in a way that were memorable and fun. She is very good at making even the most beginner student feel encouraged and valuable. I cannot wait for the next class.
The class was incredible. It was fascinating to learn and re-learn anatomy. The material was presented so well. Erin was amazing!
Great instructor. She was well prepared, large knowledge base, made the boring stuff fun, and engaged well with students.
I love Balanced Body's Pilates philosophy. Even though I've taken training in two different states, the philosophy comes through making it more enjoyable as an instructor and also for my students/clients.
I love Simply Pilates
I love Simply Pilates-Erin and Jennifer are the best!
As always, every course taught at Simply Pilates is remarkable. Jennifer and Amanda teach with authority, confidence and wisdom. I am always amazed at how much can be packed into one weekend. Going back later in the year for Body 1 and 2!
Erin continues to astonish me with how brilliantly she communicates her passion for anatomical correct Pilates. She and Amanda instruct with clarity, wisdom and passion--wonderful role models for this student. Bravo!!!
Erin and Jennifer are simply - Dynamic. Very knowledgable and approachable. Jennifer is a great Compliment to Erin, they are a great team and both are so good at what they do.
This course really gave me the tools to set me up on the right path to becoming a great Pilates teacher. I learned a lot and it was fun too!
Shelley is a fantastic instructor!!! She is very knowledgeable and teaches to all types of learners. I learned a lot and the time flew by.
Shelly is an inspiring teacher who uses her experience, humor and vast knowledge of the body's make up to teach her students. Her energy and passion for pilates is on display by the way she pours herself out for her students in an effort to help mold not just good but great future pilates practitioners.
Shelly is a wealth of knowledge and great at sharing her pearls of wisdom.
Anatomy in clay is an amazing way to learn our body's structural system and how it relates to Pilates. It was also very helpful to find muscles via self-palpation or on a partner. The little bit we did on posture analysis was incredible!
Shelly is an exceptional teacher. Her ability to break down each exercise in order to provide something for everybody is so valuable.
I found the mat II training challenging, humbling and enlightening. Big Thanks to Shelly Stephenson who shared endless options and variations for the advanced poses. She is a gifted teacher!
Shelly is a truly gifted instructor. It has been an absolute pleasure learning from her.
I just LOVE Cari Riis-Stemmler. A great asset to the Pilates community. And I can't tell you how much I appreciate the whole atmosphere and attitude of those I have encountered through the BBU. I appreciate that my past experience is welcomed and that I am encouraged to use it along with my new education. It was Ellie Herman who helped me to fall in love with Pilates again and it is Cari Riis-Stemmler who is now providing the nurturing environment with which to grow that love.
I always enjoy my BBU training weekends! At this point in the comprehensive program, the students and instructors have such great personal & friendly contact, it not only makes the training sessions education, but fun. I always enjoy learning from Cari and Karin since they take the time to not only explain the exercise, but also the details. They make everyone feel capable of learning, and take the extra time needed with each student so that they feel comfortable with what they've learned. The manuals are excellent. The details provided within each manual makes it so easy to add special notes to each page without having to write all the information regarding each exercise, and possibly 'miss' the details - which makes this work what it is. Thank you for providing such an excellent comprehensive program!
Karin is an amazing pilates instructor. Her expertise and presentation of the material was done expectionally well.
My instructor was highly knowledgeable and presented the material in a professional yet approachable manner.
I look forward to my next BBU course at Gulf Coast Pilates. Jill is an awesome instructor.
My teacher was wonderful!!
Jill was awesome. Her anatomy knowledge was unparalled. I feel lucky to have had her as an instructor.
Great teacher!!!
Jill Lucas created an incredibly focused class. She is a fantastic teacher.
Jill was very knowledgeable, professional, and refreshing as a trainer. I learned so much in the two days of training from her. I feel that I can design and teach a beginner mat class from the training that she gave us.
Sylvia was a wonderful instructor. Very nurturing. I was so interested in the material that the 18 hours flew by!
Sylvia was a great teacher. She is so knowledgeable and I liked her hands on approach to teaching/learning. By the end of the weekend I felt confident in my lessons.
Sylvia is a vert approachable and comprehensive teacher. I feel I walked away from this course confident in my learning & understanding.
Sylvia was a very accomodating and versatile instructor. Her style was upbeat, warm and engaging. She was fun to be with as well as great to watch! As a new student to Pilates, the material is vast and multi-leveled, however, Sylvia presented it with ease which was encouraging and inviting. This also had me immediately thinking of returning to continue my education in Pilates with BBU and Sylvia, which I hope to do in the very near future!
Great course, direct and to the point.....how to use the roller and what to use it for!
Sylvia is a wonderful instructor and I look forward to continuing my education in Pilates with her.
Sylvia is a very inspiring & motivating trainer. She uses helpful language & can command the room without being intimidating. I'm truely inspired by her. The course material is huge for a weekend, but done in such a way that I felt prepared to walk out with a solid understanding of what I learned & need to continue working on.
The class was excellent & Katrina is an amazing & very patient instructor. The information helped to put into perspective the body movements and/or exercises taught in Pilates and why. The hands on experience added insight & awareness for what an instructor is wanting to accomplish and focus on, as well as how I move and my body functions.
The course fully exceeded my expectations and was so helpful and inspiring! Katrina Foe has so much knowledge and her teaching method and explanations were absolutely terrific. I learned so much and can't wait for the next course!
The teaching materials are excellent! The quality and quantity of pictures, instructions and details are so helpful and so well done. The course was great and the arc is a terrific piece of equipment. Katrina Foe was, as always, a wonderful instructor.
I was very happy with Balanced Body and their manual for Mat 1. Melanie Johnson is an amazing instructor who really gets into the essence of this work and breaks it down to its simplest form so everyone leaves there with a mind full of great knowledge to apply to their own work.
Jennifer McNamara provided our class with outstanding and thorough instruction. She was extremely patient and provided a broad range of useful and beneficial information. I believe that her instruction provided me with the proper teaching tools for problem solving, body awareness, and also a strong foundation of knowledge to build from. I was very impressed and satified with my instruction!
Scott is very knowledgable, helpful and a great educator. I really enjoyed the course and his kindness, advice and insight. Looking forward to working with him in the future.
This class was an excellent way to perfect my Pilates moves and I now have a great understanding of the body. I will look forward to teaching others all of the great information I have learned.
Leslie Clayton was a very energetic instructor. THis course from the beginning was interactive & presented very well. This course was 60% Pilates in action. We learned through performing the exercises & the teaching practice at the end gave great feedback to us. he instructor was able to adapt & show us Pilates adaptations for individuals with special needs> It was a great course!
This course gave me the guidance of every Pilates move. The instructors broke down every move to demonstrate the correct movements and now I feel confident to teach Pilates the right way.
Jeanine was wonderful, I always look forward to her teaching and training us.
Jeannine is just an amazing instructor. Her knowledge of pilates and communication skills are incredible!
Excellent instructor (Jeannie Corbel) Looking forward to another Cert. with her.
Our instructor was wonderful and we are looking forward to having her come again!
Loved the class and can't wait to do Ref 2!!
Jennifer Drewing is always a professional and thorough teacher.
This course was great! I loved that it focused on learning more excercises. Natalie was wonderful! She is so helpful and knowledgeable. She makes you feel comforatable to ask questions and learn without hesitation. I liked that this course covered a lot of material for all parts of the body and allows so many options for different levels of training. I really enjoyed Reformer 2 and can't wait for Reformer 3!
I have only taken 2 coursed and couldn't be happier. Initially, I was afraid that I would be overwhelmed by the amount of information I would need to learn, but with the approach that is used, I have found myself challenged and motivated. Additionally, the level of knowledge and experience of the instructor is amazing. I couldn't be happier.
Great course! Great use of hands on teamwork learning rather than lecturing. This creates an overall team feel and closeness and comfort within the whole group!
Again, an excellent course by Natalie Garcia. I enjoyed the new ways lecture material was presented to make it more interactive. The lab work was very well presented and fun!
Natalie is an excellent instructor. She has a solid understanding of anatomy and pilates movement. She is also opened and willing to learn from her students, which creates a comfortable atmosphere for everyone to share and learn.
Corey was an excellent instructor. She made it fun and exciting.
Angelie presented an outstanding workshop on Mat 1 Module. She makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. She offers constructive comments to help you improve your teaching skills. Great job!
This workshop with Donna Riley was, by far, one of the best I've ever had! Donna was amazingly knowledgeable and intuitive. It would be a joy to have her teach at our future Reformer 3 module!
Every time I have taken a coures with Sue and Kathleen, I leave feeling like I have learned so much, and feel like they really care about what they are doing. Always a great experience, this was no exception!
Thank Jaydene, she is truely a very good mentor and teacher. Much Aloha Lynn
This class was fantastic!! Not quite an introductory class, but our instructor was excellent in making us understand and learn the material. Building and attaching the muscles has lead me to be able to visualize the internal side of their movement and function. This was a really good class.
Very helpful course for me. Now I need to work on the equipment myself to really learn the material, followed by teaching it to others. Joann Rosati taught the course. I was very happy as I have had her before. She is a pleasure to spend all of those weekend hours with. She knows how to teach the large amount of material and has a great deal of patience. She gives very helpful suggestions for cues etc!
Joanne was an absolutely fabulous teacher. Her passion for Pilates was evident in her instruction and interactions with all of us. I appreciated how thorough she was!
Joanne Rosati, BBU faculty member for this module, was wonderful. She is knowledgeable without being a know-it-all, she presented the material in a thorough and accessible way, and was very accommodating to our needs. I might add that it was very fortunate that Body Evolve was willing to host the module with only a couple of participants. It is only one of the reasons that I will continue to speak very highly of the BBU courses. Thank you!
I thought the course instructor was wonderful.
Joy Puleo is a fantastic teacher. She makes the material clear and comprehensive is very good at putting the information in a context of functionality. Her depth of knowledge and ability to communicate it makes the concepts and exercises very accessible. Also, the way Balanced Body has structured these courses and certifications is perfect for my needs. I found the materials beautifully presented and very helpful.I feel very ready to teach.
As I've stated in past reviews; Working with Joy is always a pleasure! Her overall knowledge of the body, movement and how it is applied to Pilates is incredible.
JOY WAS SO EXCELLANT AND SO MUCH FUN. WE REALLY LOOKED AT THE BIG PICTURE REGARDING CORE ALIGNMENT WORK. I LOVED IT...
This was truly an amazing workshop. Joy is extremely knowledgeable and has the ability to make the material interesting and enjoyable. I would HIGHLY recommend the course.
Joy was an excellent teacher. She was thorough providing anatomy visuals allowing us to understand the impact and value of the exercises.
Joy Puleo did an excellent job teaching the BBU mat component. She creates a safe environment for the learner, so you feel free to ask any question. She balances the theory component with the practical application to exercises in a interesting interactive way.
Linda Henriquez is wonderful teacher, very good amazing.
Excelent teacher!
Lise at EHS Pilates in San Francisco knows the body very well. Her teaching was informative and useful.
Loved it. Your manuals are very nice and to the point. Much better than others in my opinion.
Nancy Sanchez is an exceptional educator. She views sharing her knowledge and passion with students as part of who she is, rather than part of what she does. I have learned more from Nancy in many ways than I did during the four years of my college education. Working with Nancy brings the material to life and opens opportunities to learn the lessons through experiencing them.
NANCY IS GREAT! She is kind, considerate, seems to truly care about people & their understanding, she makes accomodations to help people fit the class into their schedules, she is nice, clearly passionate about pilate...it was a pleasure to have her as a mentor, and I highly recommend Nancy Sanchez!!!!!!
Nancy was increadible!!! She presented all the material very well and is extremely knowledgeable. She made us feel comfortable with any questions we had! I can't wait to take another training from her in the future!!!!
Nancy is an excellent instructor. Her enthusiasm and passion for Pilates is contagious. Her knowledge and experience bring the depth and clarity to all aspects of the coursework. Loved the experience!
angela stevenson has an amazing approach to the material that not only makes it easy to retain, but fun and inspiring at the same time. she is a fabulous teacher and deserves much praise.
Coreworks Mat 1 Module was a great experience. The instructor was able to make everyone feel relaxed and comfortable while emphasizing the importance of proper Pilates technique and modifications for clients' needs. I would recommend this training to both novice and experienced Pilates instructors.
Michelle's teaching style was informative and inspirational. She has the ability to be clear and direct yet kind an encouraging at the same time.
Michelle was a phenominal teacher & mentor! I plan on taking Modules 2 & 3 as soon as possible. Thank you!
Michele was an amazing instructor. I really liked how she broke down all the course work and taught in small, manageable chunks of 3-4 moves. She is very calming, during an especially stressful weekend. Her studio is beautiful, as are the members. Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. I enjoyed my weekend in Columbia and learned an incredible amount!
The Mat 1 course was a great class, looking forward to being able to put a class together & practice teaching.
Ky is incredibly well prepared and engages the entire audience with sincerity and interest in the subject matter. Her enthusiasm radiates through the endless hours of modeling clay onto mini skeletons. I think of her as a "Professor of Anatomy in Pilates" She manages to keep the class moving and filled with laughter to engage our deepest abdominals! If there is ever a question that she does not know the answer to, she effectively resources it and follows up so everyone can learn. I had taken anatomy once in college and again for a professional position with a global health care company, but Anatomy in Clay with Ky was by far the best course and worth my investment!
I was quite impressed with Anatomy and Clay. Ky and Dallas did an excellent job with teaching this class. Their enthusiasm for anatomy and Pilates radiated throughout them. They have a true gift and Balanced Body is lucky to have them. I was hesitant to take the class at first simply because of cost and time but it was definitely worth my time and money.
Jennifer did a great job of presenting the material.
Cheryl is a born teacher. She doesn't just teach, she educates. Her depth of knowledge and passion for her subject are outstanding. Her enthusiasm for her craft shine through in every class she teaches, and every session I take from her. Her mastery of the body and anatomy only help to make her a more dynamic instructor when it comes to teaching people how to teach. Balanced Body is extremely lucky to have Cheryl representing them as faculty.
Excellent workshop - cheryl is a fantastic instructor.
Cheryl is such a great teacher, and her use of time during a four hour workshop was ideal.
Cheryl was excellent as an instructor and extremely helpful. The material was also some of the best I have come across. Congratulations on putting together such a great manual.
The course was excellent! Cheryl is a FABULOUS teacher. I really like her pace through the material, the round robins, and her responsiveness to the students. Thank you!
This session was the best. The instructor was patient and very thorough. The teaching was more than the 'moves' - it was about really understanding the underlying purpose of the excercise and how it integrated.
Abigail Munn at EHS Pilates in San Francisco is an excellent teacher trainer. She is full of energy, knowledge and passion. Her classes challenge the body and mind, but there is always an element of fun.
Great course. Good energy.
Jessica gave articulate and very precise details about working with the cadillac/trap table/bednasium. To me the impressive part of her instruction was that she was able to manage everything in the short 3 days we had. She gave quality advice to each of the students concerning their practice instruction. I also want to commend Julie her assistant for demoing most of the exercises over the 3 days.
Jessica Fudim was fantastic. The best certification module by far that I have done at EHS pilates yet.
I am so LUCKY to have Deb as my instructor. She is just the best. I learn so much from her. Can't wait for the next weekend!!
Melissa did a great job teaching. I'm really glad that I had the opportunity to work with her. She is an excellent instructor. I don't think I have ever been in a better mat pilates class. Thank you.
Troy is a fantastic teacher and is so unselfish with his time. His passion for Pilates makes us better students, and I am grateful to have him as a mentor.
Chris was an exceptional teacher who is passionate in her teaching and it shows very well. She made learning very fun and interactive. I am looking forward to continuing my pilates education with her in the future!
The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and experienced. This was my first Pilates Instructor Course and the level of content was very appropriate. The instructor created a deep understanding of the Pilates Principles and how to employ them during the movements. The instructor was upbeat, planned the class agendas very well, and answered all questions very well.
Tiza did an excellent job. Her wealth of knowledge, meticulous eye, and very warm open teaching style was just wonderful. I feel very fortunate that she was our instructor and am very grateful that she was able to fill in at the last moment. We could not have had a better intoduction to Reformer 1. Very well done.
Excellent class. Easy to follow, thorough, and extremely detailed. Both instructors were passionate, easily approachable and knowledgeable.
Suncoast Pilates continues to do an excellent job in their teacher trainings! Both Pat and Carol have so much wealth of knowledge to offer and are so very encouraging to each person's abilities. I would highly recommend working with them. Each training with them continues to be even better than the last. They truly are gifted teachers and mentors.