Move Studio Pilates - Palatine

I've been going to this studio for about 5/6 years now and I absolutely love it! Ive noticed such a difference in my body and definitely notice a difference if I miss a week or 2! All of the instructors are great as well. I love that the class sizes are on the smaller side so that the teachers can correct your form or alter a move, if necessary. Overall, great place!

I can't say enough great things about Move studio~ it has been a truly transformative and life-changing year+! The friendliest trainers and a truly empowering and inspiring community. The classes are always a blast- each one is beautifully crafted and never the same workout! I am grateful to have found a studio I call home (and visit 3-4x a week religiously). Thank you for giving me back my confidence (and abs!), strength, and rhythm of taking care of my body!

I’ve been a client of Move Pilates for 2 years, and absolutely love the studio, its classes and all of the instructors. They make it super easy to book classes in advance & the teachers are super thoughtful about keeping the classes fresh, challenging and fun! So glad to have this small business in town and part of the community :)

I take a weekly TRX/Reformer class with Lyndsey and had to post today after another great class! I’m grateful to her for bringing the class to Move as it challenges me in new ways each week. Today, an extra big thank you to Lyndsey for spotting me and giving me the Gondola Pole when she realized my knees needed help on a particular set of TRX exercises. All teachers at Move value our safety which is just another reason why Move and its teachers are truly the best!!!

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I wrote a detailed review to provide an honest outlook on my experience, but to help simplify things, I included a list of pros and cons at the bottom: My initial experience with Move Studio Pilates - Palatine Branch was positive - I was able to schedule a complimentary session with minimal difficulty. There was some confusion between the employees as to which date I was meant to come in, but when I arrived, the instructor was able to give me the lesson as planned. When I attempted to purchase the introductory package (3 private lessons with 1 group lesson), communication with the studio became inconsistent, and the scheduling process was a bit arduous. When trying to schedule private lessons, I was told I must do so 1-on-1 with the owner instead of the website, and the instructors' availabilities would be confirmed for dates individually. I provided my availability 1-2 weeks in advance, and also expressed my willingness to schedule lessons outside of the given times. I was a bit disappointed as the responses from the owner/head manager were often delayed and inconsistent. She would reject the dates one at a time over a period of several days, and no alternative dates were given. When I suggested she tell me dates the instructors were available instead, she suggested one date. This offer was rescinded the next day as the instructors were no longer available. Our conversation continued this way for 2 weeks without any resolution. The entire exchange became tiring, and they didn't seem interested in taking any new clients. I thanked the owner for trying to assist me and mentioned I would try other studios. Within one night, she had sent me 3 new dates, all within the week and times I had suggested previously. While I appreciate her attempt to fix things, I worried about how difficult it'd be to schedule future private lessons, especially since the intro package expires within a certain number of days. As such, I have decided to look for another studio. The older reviews were all very positive when I read them, and as such, made it even more disappointing that this all occurred. Conclusion: If searching for group lessons and already experienced with pilates, this studio could work well. If inexperienced or needing private lessons, I would suggest another studio with a more effective scheduling process. This is my individual experience so it may differ for others, but I hope this review can be helpful for other prospective clients! PROS- ->Friendly, Sociable Instructors ->Positive Complimentary Session ->Enjoyable Exercises ->Group lessons (seem) easy to schedule using online system CONS- ->Inefficient scheduling process for private lessons ->Inconsistent/unreliable communication ->Difficult for inexperienced pilates students ->negative experience regarding conflict resolution

• Emily

Mind. Body. Spirit. Each work out is different. Each instructor is very well prepared, Pilates educated and unique with their classes. After seven years of using Pilates as my only workout daily, I have found a new studio home. The studio is clean, has amazing equipment and so welcoming. The owner, Emily, treats each client as if they are family and takes great pride in her studio. Best place I have found in the area to take Pilates!

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Great Pilates studio, highly recommend. Every class is an excellent workout. I have been able to improve my mobility, balance, core muscles, and overall strength since starting here. They do a great job of switching each class up/having you try new things to target full body while making it doable for all ages.

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• Emily

I have been going to this studio for years and it is amazing. The owner, Emily, is so fantastic and truly inspires you to be the best you can be. She has created an environment that is friendly and fun. The instructors are the best in the business. You will get one heck of a workout every single time! I love, love, love this studio and hope you will give it a try! Trust me...you will not be disappointed!!!!

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This is my husband's google account apparently, but it me...Rebekah. LOVE THIS PLACE. So warm, so friendly, so accommodating, so flexible, so great. SO good. OLIVIA, JANET, the owner (forgot her name....Emily??!), and Cari...IN LOVE with every single one. ALSO. Talk about TOTAL BODY INSPO. OMG. Best goals standing right in front of you when doin it...and just great, great people. This place is changing my life. REstoring my ill health, my body, soul, mind, spirit. I've never felt endorphins like these before...like was I alive? Apparently, barely. Love you, guys. So thankful for every bit of workout, encouragement, flexibility literally and figuratively, and just being so relaxed, accommodating and just fun! It's like a serious stress free zone, and I couldn't love it more. I've been searching for a gentle, thorough, strength building workout for years, and THIS IS THE ONE FOR ME. Yep. Can't stop, won't stop. Thank you, beauitful people <3

The instructors are great! I feel like I am getting an overall full body workout that is toning my muscles. The instructors really push you to do your best, but they know your limits and help you adapt to the workout that is perfect for you!