The Pilates Body

This is my second review. I cannot say enough positive things about this lovely studio, the owner, and all of the instructors. They are well organized, professional, and are a friendly group of people to see each time a person attends a class. There is quality in the way each class is conducted and there is quality in the «people skills» of every instructor. The owner, Kelly, will welcome anybody who is new and she offers incentives for those who are new to pilates.

Amazing instructors and owner who care so much about the clients personally and their body needs. I’ve taken many classes with almost every instructor over the course of the last 5 years. Im always impressed and happy when I leave and can’t wait for my next class. I have become friends with many of the instructors. I love the level of intimacy and privacy versus the giant classes at other studios and gyms. Here everyone gets to know one another and its truly a welcoming environment! :)

Always a great workout! Look forward to class at the end of my work day. Highly recommend!!!

Love this Studio highly recommend for people who like to workout take Pilates amazing workout

I took the Barrefierce Advanced class with Tracy, and she was AWESOME! Really attentive and informative on perfecting my form. A lot of the classes I take that are barre or pilates, the instructors often will just correct my form in the moment without taking a beat to explain why. Tracy was great about explaining why it’s important to turn my feet or thighs out a certain way, why it’s important to keep your back straight, or not tucking your pelvis in too much. All stuff that I had been incorrectly doing in other classes, without knowing that they were ever a problem.
I would highly recommend this class to anyone! Beginner or Advanced. The best part about Tracy is that if you’re advanced, she’ll gladly amp it up for you. That alone I appreciate the most. As a barre/​pilates fan, I tend to take a lot of glasses that range all over. I like to know that when I sign up for a certain class, I’m gonna get my butt kicked in the best way. If you’re like me, Tracy’s the one for you.

Great little studio off the beaten path. I’m newer to Pilates but not to working out — I’ve done lots of different types of athletics/​activities and worked out at lots of different facilities over the years and I have to say, The Pilates Body is one of my favorites. Every teacher I have worked with (via personal training and group classes) has been wonderful. I love that they keep the class sizes small so you get a lot of personalized attention even in a class setting. The studio lacks the attitude that I was kind of afraid I might run into (like you get at some gyms). I enjoy the different styles of the different instructors and the varied classes that they offer.
As for the workout, it’s really good. I love the idea of building long, lean muscles and rebuilding my core (after baby #2), and even in the month I’ve been at this studio, I can really tell a difference. I had tried crossfit (in another facility in the Kenneth Village that was also really great), but honestly it was just too much for me and it aggravated some old injuries. With Pilates at this studio, the teachers are knowledgeable about best practices to keep you safe from injury but certainly push you to the point where you feel a great workout without feeling like you are going to die (ie crossfit). It’s something where you walk away feeling like you got a good workout and it was so enjoyable that you want to come back.

Really love this place! What a gem! It is in Kenneth Village– which is in the foothills of the Glendale mountains! What a great view! This little village is like a best kept secret in L.A. Being an Angeleno for 27 years I was so surprised to find it! I had no idea this area existed, and I LOVE IT! Parking– EASY, Studio– Large, Teachers– Down to earth and amazing, other clients– WONDERFUL! I cannot recommend this studio highly enough! TRY THIS STUDIO! You will LOVE IT!!!

I love this place! The studio is so zen and relaxing, but the classes are challenging and fun. I can see results after just a few sessions & I always look forward to class. The instructors here rock and parking is easy. Love it!

I have been coming to The Pilates Body for maybe 7 years now? I have seen many instructors come and go but I am always pleased with the caliber of teachers Kelly, the owner, hires to work with us. They provide a good variety of pilates methods and styles but each instructor will make sure we isolate the proper muscles. This in turn, provides a complimentary workout to my crossfit and running by lengthening my muscles and building my core.
I’m super excited they offer a late class at 7:30pm on Tuesdays for evening people like me. Each reformer class is anywhere from 2 – 5 people which makes it still possible to receive individual attention in a class setting. The other reason why I am addicted to this place? It provides a nice end of day environment after a grueling day’s work and even a nice change of pace compared to other forms of exercise I subject myself to. I feel awkward if I am not able to come here for more than a week!

The methods taught here are traditional pilates. I first came here after purchasing a Living Social deal and continued taking classes after my deal ran out. I enjoy traditional pilates when I have off days from SPX pilates, which is way different. This method of pilates strengthens and tones you without making you sweat much. If you’re already thin, I think this place would be great for you, but if you could lose some weight like, I’d take classes here but mix it up with some cardio at the gym or with SPX pilates. The workout can become repetitive from session to session and can get a little boring… but it provides good results. My calves are super toned now.
By the way, Pilates Body has more than just pilates. There are usually other classes and sessions going on concurrently. There are no walls that separates each class. It doesn’t bother me, but you should know in case you have trouble concentrating.
There’s always parking around this area of Glendale (North). I never have any trouble finding parking.

This small studio is the perfect environment to get your body in the best shape of your life! Everyone is very friendly and the instructor are sweet and motivating. I love Renee, she pushes you to the limit, makes you laugh and combines different elements each session. She keeps it challenging and fun!

I love… love…love going to The Pilates Body in Glendale. I have never done Pilates before, but I’ve heard its a great workout. I enjoy taking classes with Renee. She is absolutely the best!!! She never makes the class boring, and always challenges you. I have been going to her class for almost 8 months now, and every time I come out with a great workout. She really knows how to work you, and the results are absolutely amazing!!! This is one workout I enjoy and look forward to doing.

OMG Obsessed!!! LOVE everyone here… especially darling Renee & Kelly! I have tried multiple places for pilates and have never come across anyone as good as Renee. She takes her time to explain things to you, helpes you with form and makes pilates fun and exciting even though its all mat work. Kelly has done a fantastic job with her staff and her studio! I will be a long time pilates client here… close to home and worth every penny!!!

Finally… I got to try a mat class with the owner, Kelly Tourgeman, and now I know why her studio is so fantastic… she ROCKS!!!
As some of y’all know, it is hard for me to be impressed/​wowed by many fitness professionals, but this gal really is excellent!
Yesterday, at the lululemon in Glendale/​The Americana, Kelly taught one of the Free Yoga on the Green classes.
It was wonderful!
Over 55 people showed up and she was able to lead the group with professionalism and charm even though the super-​loud fountain was going, the piped-​in music was on, and the mic system was a little squirrely.
It is great to see a studio owner who is as wonderfully skilled as a teacher as she is business professional.
It’s obviously because of her own great skill as a Pilates instructor that she really chooses only exceptional instructors to teach at her studio.
I am so thrilled to have had such a kick-​abs class yesterday with her!
:)

This is such a cute, clean, bright, inviting little studio. Kelly and the others will definitely make you feel very welcome.
First class was Melissa’s controlled burn fitness class — and well basically just like it’s title it was definitely a controlled, fat burning — fitness class for Melissa’s workout review please click here:
Nadia’s class — Pilates Mat work was a bit more intense, and focuses more on strengthening and making our muscles lean. I think I wanted to cry at some point during the workout considering I just finished a whole hour with Melissa… Nadia was definitely a bit more drill sergeant like, but hey it will definitely get you moving…(hey no pain no gain right… or at least that’s what they say) Nadia really worked out our upper body without fail.
This was such a great day. one of the best days I’ve had this month. I wanted to run home and eat a bowl of ice cream and feel no regret whatsoever. Okay so I didn’t but I thought about it. Muscles I haven’t used were sooo sore the next day (trust, I felt like bathing in Bengay), yet I’m left wanting more.

Kelly and the ladies at The Pilates Body kick my butt every time I’m there in a new and exciting way. Josie leads a great group class on the reformer and springboards, and sometimes Kelly throws in some balance ball work. Great studio space, its really popular and sometimes has 2 group classes and 2 privates going at the same time, but I don’t feel overcrowded. FEEL THE BURN!

Kelley Tourgeman and her excellent staff of instructors teach Pilates in a clean, open loft space in Kenneth Village. I started with private instruction, and built my core strength using a wide variety of equipment including the Cadillac, Universal Reformer and Springboards. I always felt well-​exercised, nurtured and serene after a session. The group reformer classes still allowed for plenty of individual attention while providing a challenging workout. Highly recommended.