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Method Pilates & Fitness

Pilates studio · East Lansing, MI · reviewed since 2025

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%99+68.5Reliability 31%98+30.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 66 pilates studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 94%
5.0 ★★★★★ 68 Google reviews · 10 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Method Pilates & Fitness at a glance

Customers describe small mat and reformer classes that offer clear instruction, form corrections, and individualized modifications for various physical needs. Reviewers frequently note the welcoming environment, knowledgeable teaching, and the instructor's ability to tailor sessions to beginners or those with specific limitations. The studio maintains a perfect five-star rating across sixty-eight reviews, with no low-star excerpts provided to indicate common criticisms.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 68 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 68 Google reviews (62 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 26, 2026.
  • Service: Pilates Studio serving East Lansing, Michigan.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other pilates studios

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction99Reliability98Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 94)Reliability: 98 (median 93)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Method Pilates & FitnessPilates Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Method Pilates & Fitness: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Method Pilates & Fitness: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Method Pilates & Fitness: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 66.–
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Star ratings

68 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars68100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 62 written reviews

  • Praise6395%
  • Complaints35%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2944%
  • Would recommend2030%
  • Quality & results711%
  • Communication58%
  • Honesty & trust35%
  • Speed & response12%
  • Price & value12%

What customers talk about

We read 62 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She is so kind, fun and genuinely cares about helping you achieve whatever you want to get out of Pilates.”
  • “I couldn’t recommend her and this Pilates studio enough!”
    “Julissa is an essential part of my care team and I could not recommend her more highly for any body at any stage of life or health who wishes to begin…”
  • “explains everything so thoughtfully and always makes it a wonderful experience”
  • “🤍 She is incredibly knowledgeable and does such a great job clearly communicating each movement so you always know what you’re doing and why.”
  • “I am more aware of my body, and how to activate my deep muscles (I didn’t even know I had) so grateful for Julissa’s knowledge, and genuine support!”
  • “Julissa explains movements clearly and calmly and her corrections are fast, effective, and kind.”
  • “Overall I feel I leave class both stronger and smarter with my body from her classes, highly worth it!”

People customers mention

  • Julissa 32 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

June1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Julissa is highly motivating and supportive. While her classes are challenging, she also pays careful attention to each student's needs. I have been attending classes for almost a year now and can say I do feel stronger. When I first started, I was using a knee brace on a regular basis. After practicing pilates…

maria10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I enjoy doing Pilates with Julissa. She challenges me; her cues are great. The small class size is a plus; it lets her correct each of us and make sure we don't hurt ourselves.

Tawnie4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Julissa is the best! She is so kind, fun and genuinely cares about helping you achieve whatever you want to get out of Pilates. The small class sizes are amazing and create such a warm, welcoming environment for people of all skill levels. She is great at correcting your form and never makes you feel awkward or…

Mary5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Method Pilates with Julissa is fabulous! She is an amazing instructor - knowledgeable, professional, personable and patient! It continues to be a wonderful experience! Thank you so much Julissa!!

Duncan5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Julissa is a fantastic teacher! Very knowledgable, and helpful, and can work around people with different shapes and backgrounds. I'm very tall and an experienced cyclist, which can make many exercises either insufficiently challenging or extremely difficult, and Julissa always has suggestions for making movements feel better.

Nicole7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Julissa is a knowledgable, fun, and attentive pilates instructor! She creates engaging classes and helpful modifications to keep things feeling right. Highly recommend!

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 68 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Senora9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Senora has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great pace, intimate classes.

June Newsome1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews June has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Julissa is highly motivating and supportive. While her classes are challenging, she also pays careful attention to each student's needs. I have been attending classes for almost a year now and can say I do feel stronger. When I first started, I was using a knee brace on a regular basis. After practicing pilates and adding strength training 1-2 times a week, I rarely use it. After each sessions, I feel quite energized. I highly recommend... she is friendly and an excellent instructor.

  • Class time: Afternoon
maria claudia lopez10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews maria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I enjoy doing Pilates with Julissa. She challenges me; her cues are great. The small class size is a plus; it lets her correct each of us and make sure we don't hurt ourselves.

Tawnie Johnson4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tawnie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Julissa is the best! She is so kind, fun and genuinely cares about helping you achieve whatever you want to get out of Pilates. The small class sizes are amazing and create such a warm, welcoming environment for people of all skill levels. She is great at correcting your form and never makes you feel awkward or embarrassed if you’re not doing something quite right. I also love that she creates a new workout for every class based on what she thinks each person in the class needs so you never get bored doing the same routine. I always leave feeling great and looking forward to the next class. If I could go every day, I absolutely would! I can’t recommend Julissa and her Pilates classes enough! If you’ve ever thought about Pilates and want a great, judgement free zone and an amazing instructor, Julissa is your girl!

Mary Thorne5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Method Pilates with Julissa is fabulous! She is an amazing instructor - knowledgeable, professional, personable and patient! It continues to be a wonderful experience! Thank you so much Julissa!!

  • Class time: Afternoon
Duncan Boren5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Duncan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Julissa is a fantastic teacher! Very knowledgable, and helpful, and can work around people with different shapes and backgrounds. I'm very tall and an experienced cyclist, which can make many exercises either insufficiently challenging or extremely difficult, and Julissa always has suggestions for making movements feel better.

Nicole Palma7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Julissa is a knowledgable, fun, and attentive pilates instructor! She creates engaging classes and helpful modifications to keep things feeling right. Highly recommend!

  • Class time: Morning
Danielle Stiver2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Danielle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I absolutely love Method Pilates and Julissa is the best instructor. I have tried multiple Pilates Studios in the greater Lansing area and this one is by far the best! Super cute environment, very friendly classmates and Julissa truly cares about each of her clients and wants the best for them! She ensures classes are challenging, but tailors to each individuals levels. I could not recommend this studio more.

Julie Curtis5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I love working with Julissa! I’ve had several significant physical issues including a back fusion from L3 through my pelvis. Her anatomical knowledge is incredible. Every individual session is tailored to my specific needs. Classes leave me feeling strong and tight. I love how I feel when I leave the studio, both physically and spiritually. She’s awesome!

ke cindy9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews ke has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’m so glad I found Julissa! She’s an amazing instructor! She pays such close attention to everyone’s form and is always so patient and encouraging. She somehow manages to guide me through those moves that my brain and body just cannot seem to comprehend 😂. I always feel so supported and challenged in the best way!

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