Here's what people are saying about us:

"Core Pilates on 17th is friendly to people new to Pilates and to varying shapes, sizes, ages, and levels of flexibility. Instructors tailor exercises to each student. It's an enjoyable, non-judgmental way to strengthen and train. And, for intermediate and advanced students, there is plenty of challenge."

"Great studio! Smart, funny and very knowledgeable instructors. Pilates has changed the way I stand, sit and move...all for the better! I can now do things in yoga I wouldn't have dreamed of before starting Pilates. I can't recommend them highly enough!!"
-Greg Gorman, DC

"I'm a little bit gym phobic, but the first time I went to Core Pilates on 17th, I felt comfortable. The studio is clean and bustling, and the staff is friendly and encouraging. Each of the teachers I've worked with has a slightly different style and background, so I find that by taking several classes I'm working on different skills and areas of strength and also learning to think about what I'm trying to do from several points of view. A challenge of trying new Pilates exercises is learning to think about (and move) isolated muscles. To be honest, I have to really concentrate to imagine my 'lower abs.' So, it's an enormous asset that everyone is so articulate. I love Alisa's metaphors and grace. Melinda has me more aware of working on my balance. I'm not taking a class with Kelly right now and I miss her. When Chandler substitutes, she's awesome.

"Another thing I like is working alongside committed, experienced athletes and other folks like me who are trying to carve out a place for fitness in their lives.I'm thankful to have this great resource in the Mission District."
-Frances Phillips

"Pilates: amazingly, not annoying.

"I started at Core Pilates on 17th over a year ago. I have to say, it is awesome. I've tried a few other Pilates studios while traveling and none even comes close. The instructors are great at tailoring the level of the workout to meet individual goals ranging from rehab and flexibility to serious fitness and muscle tone, especially after they have worked with you a couple of times and figured out your needs. They are fun and creative--always doing new stuff. In Pilates, and now also (and with a sense of humor) the new 'Circuit Combo' classes--definitely something different. Also important, it is true that the studio is amazingly clean. And last but not least they really do make you look better. Seriously. I wish I'd taken 'before' pictures."
-Rachel J.

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Here's what people our saying about our Pilates certification program, Pilates Academy International.

"I really enjoyed my training through PAI. I felt that all of the instructors were very knowledgeable and also very fun to work with. It was valuable to have the insights of all three instructors.The emphasis on practice teaching and sharing cues deepened my knowledge of the exercises. Also, the discussions about programming and working with clients took the practical side of being a successful instructor to another level. I plan to continue my education with PAI in the future and feel that my experiences so far at Core Pilates on 17th and PAI will be a great foundation for becoming a successful Pilates instructor."
-Jo Braden, PAI Trainee

"Pilates Academy International rocks! The PAI Principles really resonate with me and my Pilates clients too. Throughout the training, the Certifying Instructors, Chandler, Anne, and Brooke, excelled at presenting the material in a pragmatic flow and answering each student's varied questions with clarity and helpfulness. I am looking forward to continuing to practice and learn the PAI methods."
-Linda Wu, Pilates Instructor