Platform Pilates — Local services in Chicago

I had an excellent experience at Platform Pilates.

I'm a pilates instructor from out of state, in Chicago for work. I was able to break away for a class and found this studio on Mindbody. Their class description mentioned that it was Intermediate/Advanced, so I emailed the studio owner to explain my background. Understandably, pilates studios don't always allow unknown students to register for classes, especially Int/Adv levels, but for a traveling practitioner, in desperate need of movement, it can limit the options. I received an almost immediate response back from the studio owner, who even CC'd the instructor to loop them in. It requires extra effort to get to a studio in a new city and their communication made me feel welcome and more certain that my effort would result in a positive experience.

The studio is gorgeous, clean, and well stocked with amenities. The equipment is well maintained and there was a closet fully stocked with props. The instructor Lauren was friendly, welcoming, and took the time to introduce me to a reformer type I wasn't familiar with. Lauren put together a dynamic flow, kept us in the breath, and cued through the movements in a clear descriptive way.

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Platform Pilates is a complete gem of a studio. When I started on my fitness journey about 1.5 years ago, I was apprehensive of going to a place where I wasn't going to be the most flexible, the most fit person in the room and the instructors here have been most welcoming. In fact, there is no size-ism or wrinkled nose effect in seeing new clients who come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. I've taken various group classes with different instructors and each of them are first-rate. You spent majority of the group classes on the reformers, unlike some places that charge you reformer access-price but stick you on a mat 90% of the time. It's like going to work out with good friends who root for one another and the students are friendly with one another. I'm fond of the private lessons with Amanda (owner) who makes working out fun and something you want to get better at. During the privates, you get access to the other Pilates machines (the Cadillac, the chair, the barrel-looking thing, and other spring cables that provide more targeted workouts). 5-star review and would encourage any prospective client to give this...

I am absolutely obsessed with this studio and the owner Amanda. I suffer from chronic pelvic, back & hip pain and have been in and out of physical therapy for over 7 years. After a 4-month, very stubborn flare, I finally decided to give Pilates a go. After training with Amanda for two months, 2x per week, I can say that I am now 90% pain free and feeling stronger than ever. Amanda is a WEALTH of knowledge. She is as knowledgeable as any physical therapist I've ever worked with and is amazing at providing adjustments to your needs. I have also trained with Karen who is incredibly knowledgeable, sweet and super fun to work with. Whether you suffer from chronic pain, or are just interested in exploring Pilates I would highly recommend Platform. It has changed my life, and I will continue to train here as...