Frequently Asked Questions

Most sessions run 50-55 minutes. This allows time to check in, warm up the body, move through a full thoughtfully sequenced Pilates session, and finish with proper alignment and control. Sessions are never rushed. Each one is paced to meet your body's needs that day.

Mat sessions are available at your home, building gym, outdoor space, or virtually via Google Meet. I am based in Manhattan and primarily serve clients in Inwood and Washington Heights. Travel fees may apply outside the core service area. Reformer and other apparatus sessions take place at my private home studio in Inwood, available to established clients, referrals, or by consultation, as well as in a client’s home or building gym when appropriate equipment is available.

To get started, complete the short Request to Book form. I’ll follow up within one business day to confirm the details. Please reschedule or cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged for the session.

Yes. I teach duets and small groups (up to 3 people) for clients who want to train together. Please visit Pricing and Booking or Contact me.

Rates vary based on session type and format. Please visit the Pricing and Booking page for details.

Yes. I offer 8-session packages for private, duet and small-group mat Pilates. Packages are valid for three months. Visit the Pricing & Booking page for current rates.

I accept Zelle, cash or check. Payment is due before an individual session or in full before the first package session. A receipt is available.

Please reschedule or cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged for the session.

There's no travel fee within the core service area, including Inwood and Washington Heights. A travel fee may apply for sessions outside the core service area. You'll always be informed before booking.

Comfortable, fitted clothing you can move in and that shows alignment.

A Pilates mat, minimum half inch (12 to 15mm). A thick mat is required, not optional. Thin yoga mats are not appropriate for classical Pilates, particularly for rolling and spinal articulation exercises. If you are on a hard floor or have any back sensitivity, three quarter inch or thicker is strongly recommended. Also bring 2 to 3 lb hand weights and a hand towel.

Choose a quiet, well lit space where you can move freely. Place your device so I can see your full body during both standing and floor work. A chair, low shelf or stacked books often works well. If you're unsure, I'm happy to offer guidance during your first session.

You will need a clear space of approximately 6x8 feet, enough to fully extend your arms overhead, out to both sides, and your legs long without obstruction. If you are unsure whether your space works, feel free to send a photo or short video before booking.

Yes. I work with clients of all levels from beginners to intermediates. Whether you're new to Pilates, starting again after time away, or looking to refine your practice, sessions are always adapted to your pace and ability.

Yes. Once you have been cleared for exercise, sessions can be adapted to your pace, comfort, and movement needs. My OT background informs how I observe movement and tailor Pilates instruction. Share any relevant considerations when you book.

If you have a complex health history, an active diagnosis, limited movement experience or significant physical considerations, starting with the three-session New Client Starter Package is strongly recommended before joining a duet or small group. If you’re unsure, contact me and we’ll determine the right starting point together.

Yes. Duet and small group sessions are for clients booking together. Please have your partner or group confirmed before scheduling. I am not able to match or pair clients at this time.

Classical Pilates follows the original method and sequencing developed by Joseph Pilates. It progresses systematically from mat to full apparatus — Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Spine Corrector, and Semi Barrel — building strength, control, and body awareness across the entire system. It is not a trend or a modified fitness class. It is a complete movement practice.

Classical Pilates follows the original order and progression developed by Joseph Pilates. Each exercise builds upon the next, creating a structured system designed to improve strength, control, mobility, and body awareness over time.

Every session is grounded in classical Pilates as taught through the Peak Pilates method and informed by 17+ years as a licensed occupational therapist. That combination allows me to teach the full method with precision while recognizing movement patterns and adapting instruction thoughtfully. You are not just doing exercises. You are learning to move with intention and awareness.

Classical Pilates is a progressive system, not a trend and not a maintenance routine. It follows a specific structure, builds on itself session to session, and increases difficulty as your body adapts. You work through a systematic order of exercises designed to build stability, strength, mobility, and coordination. Will you plateau? In theory, yes. But you would need to reach an extraordinarily advanced level to hit a genuine ceiling. Most people find the opposite: the longer they practice, the more they feel and the more they can do. Stability, strength, mobility, flexibility, endurance, coordination, balance, and posture all develop visibly, and you can track that progress from your first session forward. At In Pursuit of Pilates, the work grows with you. Spring resistance works within a recommended range. Progression comes through form refinement, deeper engagement, and the addition of props such as rings, balls, resistance bands, and hand weights. The challenge never disappears. It just changes shape.