SHIFT Pilates
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SHIFT Pilates

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(34 reviews)Excellent

About

SHIFT Pilates offers comprehensive Pilates and yoga instruction in a thoughtfully designed studio environment. The studio features certified instructors like Katie St. Louis, who brings comprehensive Pilates training, yoga certification, breathwork facilitation, and nutrition coaching expertise. Classes maintain small sizes to ensure personalized attention, with varied class types and times available through flexible membership options including an Ultimate Membership for unlimited access.

reviewsWhat Members Say

Members describe SHIFT Pilates as a welcoming home away from home with an inclusive, positive atmosphere. They praise the knowledgeable instructors who provide individualized attention in small classes, noting specific appreciation for Katie, Tiffanee, Alice, and Isabella. Reviewers highlight the studio's mindful, somatic approach that emphasizes breath connection and challenges different muscle groups each session. Many mention the strong community feel and appreciate that the studio offers more than just a workout, providing both physical and mental benefits.

rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)

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Lorena Garcia

a month ago

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My home away from home. I've never been in such a welcoming, safe studio! This is not your average pilates studio, it is something much more special. Each instructor brings their own style to their class, so you are guaranteed to work new muscle groups each class. From the shakes in the workouts to the amazing SHIFT community, this place is true a gem. 💎

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Chloé K.

2 months ago

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Hillcrest is so fortunate to have this inclusive and positive pilates studio! The new studio space is a little slice of tranquility tucked upstairs from the hustle and bustle of University. You can feel the abundance of positivity and gratitude filling up the space as soon as you walk in. If you're new to pilates, this is The Perfect Place to start because it is so welcoming and fun. I've been practicing here for several months, and each class offers a new opportunity to mindfully move, connect with your breath, and impress yourself. The classes are challenging (in a good way), and I always leave feeling accomplished and more connected with mind + body. The instructors are tuned in to the individual needs of each person, and they are so knowledgeable and professional. Shout out to Katie, Tiffanee, Alice, and Isabella who have all found new and creative ways to cheer me on while gently reminding me that my core is supposed to be engaged AND I'm supposed to be breathing. I highly recommend any of their classes! From the variety of class types and times to choose from, to the community of like-minded individuals who practice here, to the incredible staff & instructors.... I simply cannot recommend SHIFT Pilates enough. You're going to love it!

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Hetty Cheng

5 months ago

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I’ve been attending classes at SHIFT Pilates for a several weeks now and I'm very happy with my experience so far. I felt welcomed by the warm, down-to-earth personalities of the instructors — their genuine enthusiasm and care make the difference. The studio itself feels intimate and thoughtfully designed, and I love that the class sizes remain small so each of us receives individualized attention. I appreciate the mindful, somatic approach the studio emphasizes and they have some unique class offerings that I've never seen offered at other studios. If you’re looking for a place that offers more than just a workout — one where you’ll be seen, supported, and encouraged — I highly recommend SHIFT Pilates.

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Blaise Pfaffmann

5 months ago

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I’ve been to a decent amount of studios and by far this one feels like home. Everyone here is so nice and welcoming. I have taken most of the classes with a majority of the teachers and love them all for different reasons. The ultimate membership is absolutely worth it as I can pop into any class and don’t have to worry about limiting myself. SHIFT has opened a new world of Pilates for me and is welcoming all people.

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Kelly S.

4 months ago

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Love the focus on somatic connection here at SHIFT Pilates! I took my first class a couple months ago and loved it so much that I coordinated with Ada Herrera to host a Monima Alumni X SHIFT event, and it was such a nice experience! Kat led the class with a welcoming, all-levels approach that felt gentle and accessible. For many of our alumni, it was their first time trying Pilates, and they absolutely loved it. Thank you, SHIFT Pilates for creating such an intentional space, and thank you Ada for doing such a fantastic job building community at SHIFT! We're so grateful!

Contact

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1419 University Ave suite a, San Diego, CA 92103, USA

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Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Sunday: 7:30 – 11:30 AM

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Katie St. Louis

Certified Pilates Teacher / Yoga Teacher

Comprehensively Trained Pilates Teacher, Certified Yoga Teacher, Breathwork Facilitator, Nutrition Coach

Takes a multifaceted approach to wellness. Holds additional certifications in Melt Method, Barre Method, Applied Kinesiology, Anatomy Trains, & Brain Speed, with extensive study in Compassionate Inquiry. Deep commitment to understanding the human body mind connection.