Pilates Student Testimonials

“Five months ago I came to live in Austin. At that time I was using a cane to walk because of the onset of arthritis in my left knee. Over a period of time the need to protect my left knee had caused me to overcompensate in other parts of my body, with the result that my body was seriously out of alignment and I was beginning to experience discomfort in other parts of my body.

I had visited various doctors over a period of time, with differing results – it was recommended that I take pain killers and learn to adjust to living with the arthritis.

I decided to enroll in a Pilates program at the JoyMoves Pilates Studio and found an environment where they understood what was happening. A combined program of private lessons and the pilates reformer classes during the past five months has helped to strengthen my core, which in turn has helped to strengthen and realign the other parts of my body which had been affected by my over compensating for my knee.

I no longer use a cane to walk and am already beginning a new program of walking 3 miles a day."

- Pam A

“I have to admit that I think I am spoiled because I started Pilates with you all and you have set the bar high for well trained and attentive teachers and small class sizes. I have done a bit of Pilates when traveling and always compare to Joymoves-and you all are always on top. You all really are wonderful and I am grateful that I started off with JoyMoves. I think I have a solid grounding in proper Pilates”

- Mary J

A benefit I never expected…

I started taking Pilates just to add some variation to my workout routine. But funny enough, my yoga practice has actually improved greatly because of it. I have been doing yoga for over five years now, and find that I am able to move in and out of more advanced poses a lot easier now! My core is so much stronger after only 6 week of doing Pilates. I would highly recommend Pilates to anyone. My strength, posture, and overall body awareness are unbelievable.

The JoyMoves staff is made up of the most qualified trainers I’ve ever seen. Even if you’ve never done a minute of Pilates, they’ll get you up to speed quickly, and ensure you’re using the right form at all times so you don’t have to worry about injury. Plus the classes are so small, it’s like having your own private Pilates instructor every time.

- Rebecca Matter