The Pilates Room — Local services in Southbury

Pilates is working magic on my body, after a near-fatal car accident almost 7 months ago, with traumatic injuries with the biggest being a brain injury, broken neck in cervical spine in C1-C3, torn muscles, torn tendons, a broken pelvis, broken hip and broken femur that required multiple surgeries, broken rib cages, extensive nerve damage and loss of blood flow.

Christine focuses on total body from the top of the head to bottom of the heel. Pilates has been moving every muscle I have, in ways I never thought would be possible again. For me, I have found that I am sleeping through the night without muscle spasms, lessened radiating pain from nerve damage, and I am able to relax my mind from exhaling deeply and having Christine teach me breath-work. The numb areas begin to feel sensations, the muscles are stretched to help work around built up scar tissue, and blood flow goes through my skull where nerves were pinched. The chronic pain becomes less along with a true lengthening in the body to stand tall. I feel like a new person in a short amount of time, after over six months of constant treatments that weren’t getting me the results I needed. I have gained neck rotation, I have gained flexibility, I have gained confidence, I have gained strength both mentally and physically. I learned what my body is capable of doing, and what it will be able to continue to do as time goes on the recovery journey. Also, for a person with brain injury who has cognitive deficiency, I am able to listen to what instructions are given and therapeutically help my brain function.

Christine’s patience, knowledge, compassion, attention to medical notes, and determination to heal is truly remarkable and her work speaks beyond words. Christine knows the body and the intricacies of how everything is connected, so she ensures you have the most extraordinary outcome when a session is over!

No matter what your body has been through, know that you are in the best hands, and you can...

If you're a woman looking to establish a healthy love for your body, and a healthy connection with an instructor who is so passionate about her craft - look no further because you have found a GEM. Christine has spent years learning, perfecting and teaching pilates to ensure YOU have the best, most undivided session of pilates you could have. She's the supportive person during your session to make sure this is all about you. I've never felt confident or comfortable to be around someone in a gym, or session. I avoided working out because of fear of judgment or lack of bond with a trainer/instructor.... Once I found her I was booking packages and leaving classes ecstatic. Each class is so different, a challenge of your body and mind yet so attainable! I'm a committed pilates girl now but it's because of the atmosphere and the teacher behind it. It's the whole package. And the best part is the...

Training with Christine I found myself immediately hooked!

I appreciate Christine’s professionalism and interest in understanding my fitness goals. Her expertise is evident in her ability to tailor our sessions to my needs and ability, and she always has a new and challenging workout which keeps me engaged and motivated. She focuses on proper form, and is great at explaining the reason for and what you should be feeling with each movement.

Christine is authentic and encouraging, knowing just when you can push a little bit harder while still respecting your limitations. There is real value in the focused, one-on-one attention she provides. Whether you consider yourself a novice or an old pro, if you’re looking to improve your strength and fitness, Christine is an...