-
January 2024 by Jeanette Fadul
What a team at Tru Pilates! I have been taking only one class per week so far, for about 3-4 months, and I'm already noticing the benefits to my mild body arthritis. I recently helped my daughter to move, and the lifting, carrying, steps down and up, didn't bother me as before I started Pilates. Rachelle has been the instructor I take more classes with, and I always leave the class feeling more nimble and, happier, and relaxed. Her knowledge and kindness make the class feel like a peaceful haven.
-
October 2023 by Sharon Petro
I was in Robin's first class 18 years ago and am currently enrolled in two pilates sessions and an additional stretch session each week. Also, I have been a physical education teacher for much of my career and know excellent instruction. Robin demonstrates her excellence in the following ways. She keeps her classes small and is able to attend to the varying individual needs. Along with giving detailed instruction during each exercise she includes helpful information for us to better understand how this work will enhance our lives. While her students work diligently, Robin has the ability to keep a light and fun atmosphere in the studio. No matter your age or ability, you will have a great experience at TruPilates.
-
September 2023 by Emily Lazaro
Robin and the Tru instructors are amazing!! Highly recommend if you want to go beyond a superficial workout and feel strong from the inside out. They focus on function movement and deep core strength, and I love how much fun we have! ❤️
-
September 2023 by Cathy Skelly
I have been practicing pilates for 21 years and plan on continuing into old age. I'm picky, too, and have been at 6 studios over the 21 years. We moved from Denver Colorado to Charlottesville Virginia 2 years ago and it was a priority for me to find a great studio. I found it at Tru Pilates. I have worked with 3 of their 4 instructors and they are all excellent. I highly recommend Tru Pilates!
-
September 2023 by Maria Kirzhner
I have been a client at Tru for a little over one year. It has changed my lifestyle for the better. I am stronger, more flexible and most importantly not having pain!!! I now understand my back pain and can work through it with all the information I learned at Tru. You cannot find a more caring team! You cannot go wrong with Tru!!!!!!! I am so glad I found them.
-
July 2023 by Tracey Hedrick
It is impossible to convey the benefits that I gain from consistently attending Tru Pilates. I have enjoyed Pilates for many years but one year ago found Tru Pilates. I am very active and have experienced occasional ailments like Plantar Fasciitis and Tennis Elbow. Since moving to Charlottesville from San Diego I had not found the type of instruction that I had enjoyed in California. I was frustrated with the recurring pain and decided to seek out the one thing I was missing in this area. This specific studio, along with the extremely knowledgeable instructors, is like no other that I have experienced. I look forward to going to every session and always leave feeling fantastic!!!If you have not tried Pilates all I can say is that if I could only participate in one type of exercise this would be it. I definitely think that Tru Pilates will help me to be my best and most active self for many years to come!Tracey Hedrick
-
May 2023 by Rebecca Cobbs
Truly amazing! What a gem. I was able to take my eight week old to private classes, and it was the best decision ever. Robin not only accommodated my baby but welcomed her! It was such a relief to do something for myself postpartum without having to get childcare or feel like bringing my baby was an obstacle to overcome. Robin clearly knows her stuff and will explain it all to you. It’s so cool to watch her process and feel the benefits. What a treat to have a place so wonderful in town. Definitely worth it.
-
May 2022 by margaret hoover
Thanks to Robin at Tru Pilates I am now in the best shape and feeling better than I ever have, which is saying something since I am well into my seventies! Robin is amazing in knowing what my body needs to stay strong. She recommends at home routines to supplement my group and private classes. She generously shares her knowledge on health topics which have been a wonderful resource in my journey to be at my best. Robin adapts her classes to meet her clients’ needs and I think each one of us leaves class feeling it was designed individually for each one of us. Whatever age you may be, I highly recommend Tru Pilates.
-
May 2022 by Mary Buford Hitz
Being in a group class with Robin is almost as good as taking a private class from her. She knows each of our bodies - who cannot raise their right arm, who needs pillows under their head, who has hip issues. She then finds easier ways for them to do what we are concentrating on so that everyone feels successful. Quite an art involved in making that possible.
-
April 2022 by Emily King
The studio is beautiful, airy, bright, and clean. But more than that, the founder and lead instructor Robin is a GIFT to all of us seeking freedom of movement. I first saw her when I was pregnant and she gave me some key tips to help my body best manage the big changes in weight distribution and posture. Her finely tuned eye picks up on structural subtleties and she knows immediately what is needed to ground, align, and condition the body to bring a spring back into our step and cultivate that sweet feeling of homeostasis. Go to her classes or any of her instructors' and if you get the chance for a 1:1, do it.
-
April 2022 by Eric Johnson
I am so grateful to have found Tru Pilates studio. I have incredible respect for Robin Truxel for her background in physical therapy and her continuing education in pilates. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and each class is started with the question, "what would you like to work on today?" Her knowledge of anatomy and movements of our bodies to isolate individual muscle groups has kept my mobility intact. Small class sizes with spaces to isolate for Covid has been an added bonus.Tru Pilates is a gift and is worthy of five stars.Respectfully, Kelley Johnson
-
April 2022 by Lisa Kuecker
The single best Pilates studio in C-Ville, hands down. I've spent 11 years at Tru as a private and group client. They've seen me through pregnancy, post-partum, post-surgery and everything in between and through it all, I have stayed strong, flexible and, honestly, in the best shape of my life. And, I'm not the only member of my family who loves Tru. My husband and 13 year old son love Pilates all thanks to Robin and crew. Side Note: Their stretch workshops are astounding!
-
April 2022 by Anne Colberg
I have been doing Pilates with Robyn for at least 15 years! Last year I had knee surgery and Robyn was very helpful and knowledgeable about the exercises I needed to do as well as those to be adjusted. After surgery I realized that all the rehab exercises I had already been doing and my strength made a huge difference in recuperating quickly and completely.I really believe that working with Robyn is long term health insurance for my whole body! I am grateful and highly recommend Tru Pilates!
-
April 2022 by Bunny Snoddy
I came to truPilates feeling pain in my lower back and wrists, and overall stiffness in my body. Today I am more flexible, noticeably stronger, and very aware of how to use my muscles as I move through my day. Robin is a brilliant instructor who creates a positive and happy environment, attends to each student’s uniqueness, and supports individual growth. I look forward to every visit, and leave every class feeling uplifted.
-
April 2022 by Marisa Ireland
Robin is incredible - My OB suggested I work with Robin around 30 weeks pregnant due to intense sacrum pain and sciatica while trying to also prepare for a VBAC birth. Over the last 8 weeks or so of my pregnancy I worked with Robin through a series of privates and stretch classes and I really believe the time and intention helped me to have a successful vbac. Robin is very knowledgeable, so supportive and full of amazing resources. Highly recommend - I was so grateful for her counsel and to have her in my corner through this birth prep experience, and I’m excited to continue postpartum! Thank you Robin!
