Align Pilates SD - Normal Heights
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Align Pilates SD - Normal Heights

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About

Align Pilates SD in Normal Heights offers both gym and Pilates studio disciplines with a strong focus on alignment and accurate muscle engagement. The studio features eight reformer machines, creating a class environment that feels both private and communal. Instructors emphasize Joseph Pilates's principles while ensuring proper form and posture improvement, which members report leads to better overall balance and stability. The coaching team includes founder Marshall Eklund, a Master's degree holder in athletic training and biomechanics and former STOTT PILATES Teacher Trainer, along with instructors Sheena, Nicky, and Stevie Lynn, all trained by Eklund.

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Members consistently praise the studio's welcoming atmosphere and excellent instruction. They highlight instructors Sheena and Nicky for creating a fun environment while providing personalized attention and proper form corrections. Reviewers appreciate the challenging yet safe classes that stay true to Pilates principles, with specific mentions of effective modifications for pregnant clients. The clean, bright studio and eight reformer machines contribute to a private yet communal class experience that helps improve posture, balance, and stability.

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Jorge Eros

6 years ago

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This location is awesome! I like that there’s eight reformer machines because it made the class feel private and I felt a part of the group. We took the form class which was challenging but perfect. I go to the gym 4-5 days a week, however, here, Pilates, I felt I got the focus on abs, lower back, hips and glutes. It is heavily focused on alignment and accurate muscle engagement, which will help improve my posture, better overall balance and more stability. The instructor, Sheena, is amazing throughout. She looks at each person to ensure your form is correct throughout the class. Sheena shared some great tips for every day focus on my form even while working out at the gym. Music was awesome!

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Rachel

a month ago

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I tried out a few different studios since moving to San Diego and couldn’t quite find the right fit until I went to Align. Everyone is kind and helpful, and the studio is clean and bright. I’m loving it so far.

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Bridget Ehrhardt-Jones

4 years ago

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I love Align Pilates! I have been a client here for over a year. Sheena and Nicky are wonderful, experienced instructors who create a welcoming and fun environment and always stay tuned into each client’s individual needs. I needed my fair share of modifications as a pregnant client, and always felt safe and supported in group classes without ever feeling singled out. The classes are challenging and stay true to Joseph Pilates’s principles. I highly recommend this studio, whether you are new to Pilates, or have been practicing for years. You will love Sheena and Nicky!

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Ann

4 years ago

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I started coming here for classes years ago and am so glad I did! What a beautiful, classy, clean and welcoming Pilates studio! As a Pilates instructor of 13 years, I highly recommend Align Pilates for privates or classes. The owners, Nicky and Sheena, both offer challenging, yet safe fun classes. They are so knowledgeable about Pilates, anatomy and movement. You can tell that they both care about each person who comes to their studio and ensure that they have a great class. Again, I highly recommend Align Pilates.

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Jocelyn Pasion

4 years ago

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I LOVE THIS STUDIO!!!! I bought the private classes pass and it has helped my Pilates practice SOOO much. Sheena is so patient and attentive. She focuses on areas the client wants to improve on, while challenging and encouraging you. Great instructors and great atmosphere. I'm now a Pilates addict! Don't hesitate to sign up! :)

Contact

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3735 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA

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Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Marshall Eklund

Pilates Instructor

Master’s degree in athletic training and Biomechanics, Founder of Marshall Eklund Fitness and Pilates, former STOTT PILATES Teacher Trainer

Noted international educator and presenter in Fitness and Pilates. Founded his studio in 1998 and trained many of San Diego's top instructors, including Sheena and Nicky.

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Sheena

Pilates Instructor

Trained by Marshall Eklund

Co-founder/owner of Align Pilates SD. Part of the core team with over 6 years running the studios.

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Nicky

Pilates Instructor

Trained by Marshall Eklund

Co-founder/owner of Align Pilates SD. Part of the core team with over 6 years running the studios.

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Stevie Lynn

Pilates Instructor

Trained by Marshall Eklund