I just wanted to say to you how privileged we all are to be taught by you and Dave!! Your bios were fascinating! Your caliber of teaching is something people in the larger cities usually get to enjoy...not here in "little ol' Bend". You are the main reason I fell in love with Pilates and strive to be the best at it I can possibly be. You two offer the most comprehensive teaching one could hope to have. It is rare to get this kind of experience, professionalism, client concern and humility in any fitness arena (in any arena for that matter) and I am so thankful to be a part of this great studio! All that is left to say is THANK YOU.
- Monica Stewart, Bend, OR
I had some serious health issues as a result of an automobile accident and suffered through multiple surgeries. Six months after the last surgery I went to my first Pilates Class kicking and screaming - my wife is a long time Pilates user and told me I had better go , or else. Today, one year later, I'm not only back to where I was pre-surgeries, in many ways I'm better. I'm definitely more flexible and cand o many of the exercises I couldn't do early on in the classes. I also asked my instructor to hone in on my back, I'd had some lingering problems before the accident. Today, I'm euphoric, my back concerns are history.
I'm one of those types who have always loved sports and games and hated the pre game stretching and exercise routines. No more. Today I'm a Pilates believer.
- Jim Schell, Bend, OR
Over the years, I have had chronic low back pain - from sitting, cycling, running or other activities. I had tried a variety of exercises, including yoga, physical therapy and stretching, but none of them worked consistently. When I started doing pilates a few years ago I quickly realized that my lower back pain was linked to a weak core. Doing pilates once per week has taken care of the problem and virtually eliminated my low back pain.
- Ryan Houston, Bend, OR
I really enjoy all my classes at Pilates! You have some very exceptional teachers on your staff! They are all have a wealth of knowledge regarding Pilates and the body mechanics and also very warm, friendly, and patient with all us students. Pilates has helped me tremendously with my chronic back aches and pains. (now 60 years young, ...), gaining more strength in my core and now starting to see my body toning up and loosing some weight also. So very glad your Pilates Connection is there for us!
- Vikki Yesser, Bend, OR
I am looking forward to being back in the studio. I have been doing a bit of mat work on my own and have taken classes at a few studios here but they are all inferior to yours!
- Lainey Honum, Bend, OR traveling to CA for personal matters.
Having exercised all my life, it was difficult to be told
that my debilitating back pain was due to a
degenerative disc in my lower back.
Hearing from a friend that Pilates would help change
my life and my pain, I had
a consultation and a free lesson. At that time I was in constant pain,
unable to
move comfortably, do any exercise, or complete the basic tasks of life. Gabi and
her
team of experts, through their skilled teaching process, led me to a place
where I am now pain
free and can do gardening, hiking, household activities, and
DANCE - all pain free! It takes determination and patience to become stronger, but
working together with the
encouraging, professional experts at the Pilates Connection
can be life changing!
- Beth Basham, Bend OR
I wanted to take a moment to thank you and your staff. The
enthusiasm, encouragement and
dedication is very much appreciated! Pilates had
become a true blessing in my life!!
- Karen Himsworth, Bend, OR
The quick results of only two sessions to improve my balance
for my ballroom dancing is amazing.
I had not expected to see results so soon.
In the afternoon, you had me doing balance exercises
for the second week. That
evening I danced the Viennese Waltz with a new control of my body.
Hooray for you
and Pilates!!!
- Marilyn Porges, Bend, OR
Comment from Gabi: Marilyn has been doing Pilates consistently since 2006. Her intentions were to be more stable when she is dancing.
Thank you most of all for your encouragement and support
since 2003. It has meant a
great deal to me.
- Amy Sample, Bend, OR
The best kept secret for a good workout in Bend.
- Lorri Taylor, Bend, OR
When we met five years ago at the initial assessment, one
of my goals was to be able
to mount my horse without the use of a stool, tree stump
or rock along the trail. I met
that goal this weekend! I went riding and I had
to dismount. I dismounted without looking
around to find a mounting spot to get
back on my horse and then realized there were no
stumps or rocks around that I
could see. I then engaged my core, used my hamstrings
and lats and popped up so
fast on the saddle I startled myself and this was using my weak knee
as well! It
would never have happened without Pilates.
- Jeannette McKenzie, Bend, OR
I need to thank you for some fun that I had yesterday. I
went sailing (boat) at Elk Lake yesterday
with my son and 2 grandchildren. I was
able with my feet in the hiking straps and sitting on the
rail to lean straight
out in plank position from the boat, then arch back and drag my head in the water.
Following that, of course, I brought up my head and chest – then rolled up to get
back on board.
Very fun! Did it several times.
- Jerry Lear, Bend, OR
I just wanted to let you know that I'm heading out of Bend and, sadly, won't be in class anymore. I actually live in Los Angeles, but was here for six weeks to help my mom ... Before I left, I wanted to say a big thank you for your wonderful classes and your relaxed and supportive teaching style. ..."
- Samantha Albert, Los Angeles, CA
I am a diabetic and I have major lower back problems. Working
with Gabi and taking her Pilates class
was the best thing that has happened to
me in a long time. The Pilates has helped me to both strengthen
my back and to
attain better control of my diabetes. Taking it with Gabi has helped me to get the
most
out of Pilates. She is the best instructor I have ever had as she not only
taught me the moves but helped me to do them carefully and correctly.
- Raymond A. Crespo, Issaquah, WA
Working with Gabi in private sessions on the Pilates machine
has done wonders for my body. Her style
of training is unmatched to others and
with her hands-on approach you learn the techniques correctly
getting the most
from your body with little effort. With a bad back, I have been able to strengthen
my
muscles using the Reformer, what a difference the use of the machine has made
for lessening my back
pain and strengthening my muscles.
- Holly G. Salmonson, Issaquah, WA
