MovingStrength

This place is amazing, I love working out there. Great small group classes and prices are pretty fair. The instructors are very skilled and friendly.

Excellent instructors. Highly recommend Moving Strength for beginners.

Took a class here with the owner Patricia a couple of weeks ago (the Cardio Pilates class) and I was so impressed with her that I was sold within the first 10 minutes of the class. To start with, she is the only instructor (I have been to tons of gyms, studios, etc around the city) who has been able to tell me what my injury is based on my physical limitations (I have a labral tear, as well as a variety of «itis-​es») due to her background in PT. The studio is indeed small so you can be sure to get individual attention, and Patricia is more than willing to answer technical questions and she’s very knowledgeable. I could go on gushing for a while…
The class was definitely challenging and I worked up a sweat and an endorphin rush. Due to my injuries my cardio has definitely suffered and I haven’t felt that runner’s high in a while. I’m so pleased I found this studio and will definitely continue to attend (have since been going once a week).
There isn’t really a place to change (except the very clean single-​person bathroom) so it’s best to come geared up if possible. The machines and equipment are in good shape, and honestly any issues regarding the size of the space don’t even matter in light of the quality of the instruction and the workout.

The class was painfully great, however the place is small and there’s no showers. Which I didn’t know when I planned to go to work right after

Love this small studio that I found on ClassPass. Peter’s TRX and Pilates with Louis or Jose are all great work outs. The classes are small so each instructor pays close attention to your form while also motivating you to work as hard as possible.

I was so, so surprised with Moving Strength. When I entered the studio, I was a little taken aback by the size. There’s not really a waiting area, and the instructor has to buzz you in, intercom-​style while they are teaching the class. There’s not a separate receptionist, so it’s a tad awkward to stand there waiting awkwardly while the current class finishes up their session.
Having said all that, I loved my workout here! I took the circuit class with Arrie and I loved being able to do reformer, tower and chair all in one session. I had never done chair before, so I was very challenged with this workout and really enjoyed learning something new. Arrie isn’t your typical Pilates teacher, but she knows her stuff and is also funny and unpretentious to boot. Arrie played Pet Shop Boys and Tears for Fears and I loved listening to cool music during the workout, much better than the Top 40 fare I get at my regular Barre studio.
I’ve taken Pilates classes at studios all around the city and loved how unexpectedly challenging this was. I’m taking a star off because while I attended this class through ClassPass, it costs the same amount per-​class as the more upscale boutique studios but lacks the amenities. The bathroom is across the hall (shared office style requiring a separate key) and there’s not a water cooler or other amenities you would expect to get for $ 35 per class. If you are on ClassPass I definitely recommend this studio!

I’m hesitant to write this review for two reasons. First, I’ve only been to one class – the TRX bootcamp – at this studio, so my experience is limited. The second reason is more selfish: I’d like to keep this place a bit of a secret (which it appears to be based on other reviews), especially because I got in through ClassPass. But first impressions count for something and I strongly believe that great work ought to be rewarded, so here I am.
TRX is a suspension training equipment, essentially a long rope with handles on both sides that hangs down from a high bar. The exercises are hard to describe. During the first part of the class, we mostly held the ropes by the handles and did various push and pull exercises. We then moved on to various positions where our feet were in the handles and we did several mat exercises, including some (for me) killer ones in plan position. While it’s pretty tough, there’s a playful element to it as well, which for me made it a fun experience.
The instructor, Patricia, was excellent. Calm, perky but not in an annoying way, great at showing and explaining the exercises, and quick to help us make adjustments when needed. The class had a nice flow.
If you have any interest in pilates-​type exercises, give this place a try. It’s exactly the kind of small business that makes this city such a wonderful place to live in.

I took a Zumba class here today and was honesty surprised at how small the studio was. It’s just one room. The space is really suited more for Pilates and strength classes than Zumba but I didn’t have an issue with space. I had my own private class! My instructor was great, she kept me on my toes and had great energy.
I will definitely be returning here, for more Zumba and to try out their Pilates!

I have been taking Pilates and TRX classes for months. They have been wonderful but I didn’t know how great they were until I had three unexpected surgeries in three months. During the rehab process it was my core strength that made all the difference. I have exercised all my life but these classes were transformational during the process. I can’t wait until I can resume the classes.

I’ve been going to Moving Strength for months now, and loving every moment of it! I’ve mostly taken the reformer classes so majority of this review will be geared towards those classes.
I’ve taken classes with Carole, Anna, and Louie. Anna and Louie gave me a marvelous basis for my Pilates practice. For the most part, I am a die-​hard Carole fan. She is insanely knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated to correct form. Her classes are challenging and the level of difficulty is tailored to the clients of the class. Her classes are absolutely my favorite reformer classes! I recently took a TRX class with her and almost puked. She had to cut it short for me (I was the only one) and still made me feel like a superstar. The instructors I have had the pleasure of meeting at Moving Strength thus far have been amazing!
The space is small and no-​frills. The equipment is moved around to accommodate each particular class. But. who cares?! Cozy is King! The location is convenient (multiple train options, buses, crosstown buses to UES). There is a small closet-​like bathroom across the hall which is fairly clean. The studio itself is impeccably clean too!
I absolutely love this place. so much so that I wish I was rich and jobless so that I can take their classes all day, every day!!!

Signed up for a pilates mat class through clasp’s, and was very impressed. I ended up being the only person who showed up (probably because of the snow storm), but Desira was incredible and offered the class anyways. She let me choose exactly what I wanted to work on, and really worked me. She also helped me stretch after every move, which I really needed. I will definitely be back on my next trip to New York!

I recently attended a cardio pilates class here and the workout I got was nothing short of absolutely AMAZING. Every muscle in my body was worked without it being too much, and my heart rate went up without too much intensity. The teacher always made sure to come around and fix our positions if we weren’t quite right, and the music was awesome too! Already booked my next class, can’t wait to go back.

I took a Tower/​Reformer class here this past weekend and enjoyed it very much even on a Sunday morning.
The studio is quite small but feels spacious due to the setup of the machines & class size. My class only had myself and one other student, which was very much appreciated especially since I was unfamiliar with the machines.
The workout itself was pretty good. There is a lot of isolation of muscles and ab work, and while at the time it was not as intense as I would have liked, I definitely felt the soreness the next day. I really liked using the tower especially because it’s not one that I see in as frequently in other studios.
Love the personal aspect to this studio — will be back to try the TRX classes!

Took my first Pilates Ballet Barre class with Kacie today and it was wonderful!
Great, clean, professional studio. Great atmosphere and personal attention. Will definitely be back!

Literally walked out the studio, to the subway and started writing this review. Just finished Pilates Mat… and it was fantastic. Very relaxing, hands on instructor (she pushed me into a stretch deeper than I thought I could go!), and increasingly intense pace. I feel great! And stinky! always a sign of a great workout.

Very solid studio. It is very small and basic. There are no amenities. Come for a good work out.
I did a trx boot camp and there were only 2 in the class. The instructor was so great that he was able to pinpoint every thing I did slightly incorrectly and also knew when to tell me to lessen or increase the intensity. Furthermore, this is the only trx class I’ve taken where I was on the trx system the entire time. Usually, it’s a mix of floor and weight exercises along with trx.
I was very satisfied with my workout and overall, I say give it a try. I like how small the classes are. I saw they only had a few of each equipment so they wouldn’t take that many per class. Come to learn and be ready to be challenged.

I’ve been to a few other pilates studios and this is my absolute favorite! Every teacher I’ve had here have been amazing. They always adjust you to proper form to get the max out of your workouts. I’ve definitely seen a difference in my core strength!

Umm take a class with Carole Biers. She is an awesome instructor. My butt and legs and abs hurt so good!

This is my favorite place for my Pilates fix. I’d never used the Reformer, jump board or Chair before but thanks to my MoveUSA membership, I was able to try out the classes here and they are AMAZING!
I’ve had classes with the owner, Patricia, Carole, Rob and a few more, I think — but these 3 are my favorites. (Completely random observation but Patricia reminds me sooo much of Kristin Chenoweth!) They’re knowledgable, attentive and enjoy what they do. What more could you ask for?

Had my first private TRX session today with the owner, Patricia. I’ve been looking for a studio that has TRX classes to add in to my fitness routine and was so excited to find this studio in my neighborhood. Patricia is professional, a great coach, and fun. The workout is tough and works the whole body, and I like that you can increase or decrease the resistance to match your fitness level.
The studio is in a very easy to get to location and I can’t wait to take one of the regularly scheduled group TRX classes now that I’ve got the basics down.
Highly recommend for anyone looking to add in some strength training at an affordable price.