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January 2024 by Lara S.
Joining Vellidan (formerly The Pilates Room) was the best New Year's Resolution I made for this year. This space is warm and welcoming and all the instructors have been wonderful while also being completely unique in their focus and delivery. I started January with the unlimited membership (which I highly recommend) so I've taken Facial Refresh, Core XIIT, Pilates (mat) and TRX classes. Each class and each instructor has something different to offer, and with the small class sizes you feel like a part of the community immediately. From week to week the instructors remember specific injuries (to recommend modifications), goals and other pieces that are so important to substantial growth in strength and stamina. The online system is very easy to use to sign up for classes and the cancellation policy is extremely fair. Being right in the heart of Fall Creek with ample parking, the commute there is never a problem. In addition, the class times are perfect for my schedule and they have so many various classes to offer, it's so much more than just Pilates! Finally, they even have online classes if you can't make it in-person on a specific day, which I have also used and found to be extremely beneficial. I really can't recommend Vellidan enough. As a mom of two young children, this was the reminder I needed that feeling strong doesn't need to mean high intensity workouts with guaranteed injuries. Pilates is highly focused core work that is low intensity with a laser focus on correct form rather than overexertion. In just one month I already feel stronger and can feel my balance and core strength improving significantly. Thanks to Tori and the wonderful and knowledgeable instructors at Vellidan for providing such an important service to the downtown area!
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January 2019 by Sarah C.
I came to this studio for my daughter, originally, because I heard rave reviews about the scoliosis classes. I was so captivated by what I saw that I decided to take some classes and joined as a member almost immediately. I had never joined a gym or fitness class, and I am so glad that this is the one I finally chose. I can feel myself getting stronger and more aligned, thanks to the group classes and individual sessions. Its one of the best gifts I could give to myself, in the middle of my fifth decade! I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to work on becoming stronger and/or address longstanding issues with pain or neuromuscular dysfunction.
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September 2018 by Shu T.
They offer a $65 a month unlimited membership for teachers and students so I decided to try it out. I have taken a few classes here, and the only one that I have actually sweated was OULA. I was disappointed with the Barre class I took here. The HITT class was ok. My abs felt sore the next couple of days. The instructors here don't really go around and help very much. I have been to a lot of studios and this place has been super disappointing.
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February 2018 by TJ L.
Hands down the best studio in Ithaca. Informed, articulate and motivating teachers. They know how to teach at every level and provide modifications to protect your body/injuries. They have a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology and the mind/body connection. Your core will never be stronger! If I could give them 6 stars I would.
