Pilates Center of Long Island

I have been going to the Pilates Center of Long Island in Huntington Village for about five years now. I am not a person who centers her life around exercise — I have tried spin class (a killer), zumba (fun but too much stress on the knees), treadmill (boring!) and I have finally found satisfaction with Pilates. It is something I can be successful at. The exercises and equipment is varied so that you don’t become bored with routine, but most of all it is the warm, welcoming atmosphere (the very attractive studio) and the caring instructors who make you want to return — in my case more than once a week! There are very small classes and individual attention is given to each client’s particular ailments. It is amazing that each instructor remembers who should modify what exercise to accommodate a problem knee or hip injury. There is something here for everyone taught by instructors you look forward to seeing.

I have been a Pilates client for over 11 years. My favorite thing to do is a private lesson, which really helps focus on correct positioning to get the most out of each exercise. With one-​on-​one instruction you can focus on your own goals, abilities and yes… limitations. All of the instructors are knowledgeable on what to do or not do, when you have shoulder, neck, knee or other body ailments. There are props available to help alleviate stress on your problem joints. Anyone can enjoy the practice of Pilates and its benefits.
I also take group classes, which are small, and instructors give each participant a lot of hands-​on, personalized attention. Beginners can mix with experienced participants because the instructors are able to teach the basics and still stimulate and push advanced students. While always staying true to classic Pilates exercises, Maggie «mixes it up» so that each class is innovative and different.
Maggie and the other instructors are lifelong learners of Pilates and are always taking advanced workshops for instructors. They bring back what they learn to their clients with a vengeance helping us to improve and perfect our positioning.
Pilates Center of Long Island is a great place for a deep core workout whether you are a beginner or advanced student. If you are looking for overall strength and conditioning in a clean, friendly environment– this is it! Did I say clean? Yes! Everyone takes pride on keeping the equipment clean and sanitized. No gross factors here!