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March 2023 by Lynn Tetrault
I love Gerda's Pilates! You get individualized attention to make sure you are doing the workout correctly, and a great workout. I felt a difference immediately. I have also noticed a huge difference in my strength after just one month at Gerda's. I think this is one of the best places to get toned and stronger!
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February 2023 by Sharon T.
Happy to have discovered this gem of a Pilates studio tucked off Marine Avenue on Balboa Island. The instructors are top-notch and tailor each session to your goals. Class sizes are capped at three so great attention throughout. The equipment and studio are super clean; soft music and aromatherapy create a beautiful setting. Signed up for one class to start but quickly committed to a package of ten. I recommend highly Gerda Pilates.
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February 2023 by Joe L.
This studio is AMAZING!!! There are only 3 reformers so even a group class is personalized. Great instructors!!! Friendly studio!!! Wonderful location!!!
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February 2023 by Melodie P.
Gerda's studios is amazing. It's the small personalized Pilates studio I was looking for. Gerda, Dilara and Rachel are all experienced and mindful of each clients needs. I highly recommend it!!!
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February 2023 by Eileen H.
Wow! There seems to be a tremendous difference in pilates studios. Some are stuffy and a little dirty, some are super intense despite your physical condition, some are arrogant, and some give you a feeling that they really don't care and would rather check their Instagram feed during your workout. Gerda Pilates is none of these. Gerda, Dilara, and Rachel are all great trainers and bring different strengths to any workout. They also come up with different pilates routines each visit so you can't possibly get bored. Clean, efficient, flexible, comfortable, challenging, and supportive workouts, all guided with good health in mind, and good humor to boot. I've tried a lot of different studios and I can't say enough good things about Gerda Pilates. Worth my long drive from Dana Point, no question.
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February 2023 by Kathryn W.
Wonderful, cozy studio with skilled teachers. I have been going once or twice a week for over 2 years and find it very fun and challenging for my 76 year old body. I have had Gerda, Dilara and Rachel at various times as my guide/ teacher and they each offer a variety of work-outs on the reformers and mats.
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February 2023 by Sally G.
I have been taking Pilates for over 20 years and now I have Dilara at Gerda Pilates and she is the best. She is so sweet and knows everything about Pilates. I always get and great workout and she works with me on all my issues.I highly recommend Dilara and the whole Gerda Pilates instructors.
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January 2022 by hRn eRg.
Best studio in town.
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November 2021 by Dana W. W.
I am new to Pilates and it was pretty intimidating, but Gerda and her team are very patient and took a lot of time asking me questions about my goals, my limitations and just watching how I move. I felt results after the first session. After my first few sessions, I realized how many muscles I am not using on a daily basis. This team finds them and works them all. I love Natalie who blends flexibility, cardio and strength training in every session. She finds my weaknesses and my imbalances and works with me to improve the mind/body connections. She provided practical exercises I can do at my desk or watching tv to improve my body awareness. Bottomline: It's a great studio with expert instruction and laser focused on achieving your desired results, addressing unique challenges and helping to incorporate pilates practices into enhancing basic functionality. Thank you Team Gerda!
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February 2021 by Venera V.
Gerda Pilates is an amazing cute studio on Balboa island. Gerda is incredibly talented and professional instructor who will find what would be the best for you. I took one to one class and just felt amazing after each class. She worked detailed on my alignments that have improved my posture. She is so kind and I'm sure you will love Pilates classes with her.
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November 2019 by Ayse Dora Erdilek
mesleginde cok cok cok tecrübeli, motive edici, hayat boyu basarili ve kaliteli islere imza atan Gerda ayrica dürüst ve güvenilir , cok caliskan, yetenekli , basarili bir sporcu ve son derece disiplinli. Gerda‘nin derslerine katilmak onun organize ettigi bir düzende bulunmak bile egitim.. tebrik eder kutlarim????
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July 2019 by Rebecca A.
I have been coming to Gerda every summer when I come over from Phoenix. She is great with tailoring my sessions to accommodate any injuries, aches or pains that I come over with. Watches carefully even when in a trio session to correct any alignment mistakes and adjusts as necessary, but never lets me "slack off"! Totally endorse her for new clients or experienced ones. I've been doing pilates for 16 years and find her to be one of the best instructors I've had.
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July 2019 by Nile T.
I have been taking pilates classes with Gerda and her team in the last 2 years. The studio is conveniently located at Balboa Island close to my home. Gerda and her team are very professional and knowledgeable, making sure everyone gets the correct attention they need, no matter what fitness level they are at. The studio offers, private and group sessions. The studio is equipped with the latest equipment. I look forward to taking each class and seeing Gerda's welcoming face, having a positive experience and getting a great workout. I would recommend Gerda's studio to anyone who is interested in quality workouts. Thank you Gerda, we love having your studio at Balboa !
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July 2019 by Kim K.
Gerda and her team are so professional making sure I have the correct position for optimal working out and preventing injuries. I always look forward so much to returning back for each work out!! It's more than a Pilates studio, it is a place of comraderie and friendship. I'm fairly new to Pilates and wasn't sure what to expect. My core has never been so strong.