What People Say About Power Pilates...

"Dr. Howard Sichel's Power Pilates is absolutely contagious. I tried it out because I was told I would see results in only a few weeks while actually having fun. Not only have I seen results while having fun, I have also come to realize that it is a complete mind/body workout - I'm hooked!"
—Academy Award-winning actress Hilary Swank.

"I found my home at Power Pilates!!"
—Liv Berger, Affiliate in Chicago, Body Endeavors

"I would love to be associated with Power Pilates; I do feel it is the best program out there."
—Noelle, Participating Center in Irvine, House of Pilates

"Power Pilates is the ultimate anti-aging drug."
—Susan, client

"I was able to practice Pilates until the day I delivered my baby. Pilates helped make my labor and delivery easier and recovery quicker than my first pregnancy."
—Ariel, client

"Susan's Creative Choreography workshop was fabulous; the teachers left wanting more!"
—Kathy Van Patten, Affiliate in Boston, BodyWorks Studio

"Pilates is so popular simply because it works."
—Margo, client

"I was so impressed with the Beginner Mat program taught by Veronica in Dallas that I'll be back for more."
—Geri, Power Pilates Instructor

"In just six weeks, Power Pilates enabled me to lose the baby pooch that I'd been carrying around for years. My abs are stronger, healthier and flatter than they've ever been!"
—Stephanie Young, Fitness Director, SELF Magazine

"'I'm a certification junky, I've done them all. Power Pilates is clearly the 'Harvard of Pilates Education.' I now understand what Pilates is. Thank you."
—Elin, Power Pilates Instructor

"Like many actors in this business, I've tried different exercise programs and routines. Power Pilates is different. It's not a fad - it's a design for a lifetime, and it gives me strength, energy and peace of mind."
—Oscar nominated actress, Laura Linney

"I learned so much during Bob Liekens' workshop in Arizona, I can't wait to come to New York and take the 12-Day Intensive with you guys."
—Lauren, Power Pilates Instructor

"System Training gave me the opportunity to get the best traditional style education, but on my terms. Thank you."
—Denise, Power Pilates Instructor

"Susan Moran-Perich is an amazing mentor. She is patient, takes time to explain things and readily shares her wisdom and extensive experience. I am so glad I chose Power Pilates."
—Jen, Power Pilates Certified Instructor

"I enjoyed the Beginner Mat this past weekend in Boston with Kathy Van Patten. I am now interested in the Intermediate Mat and Comprehensive programs in Boston."
—Catherine, Power Pilates Instructor

"Dr Sichel's anatomy knowledge and hands on approach is amazing. Thank you for an enlightening, and invigorating workshop! I am excited about the future of Power Pilates!"
—Alyssa, Power Pilates Instructor

"I am an apprentice in Chicago with Liv Berger and we have just officially begun our training. I am already hooked! I absolutely love this program and I've already gone through the Physical Mind and Boulder program. I want to get involved with Power Pilates for the long hall."
—Andrea, Power Pilates Instructor

"After experiencing Power Pilates certification, I am really thrilled about what you have created. All the information (and more) is there that I have learned from Romana and it is so clearly explained and organized. Your formula for teaching is inspiring and has renewed my own excitement in teaching the method."
—Leah, Pilates Instructor

"The mat certification went so well with Davidson teaching. He is a true reflection of the Power Pilates standard. He presented the information with such professionalism, and it was amazing to see the transformation of group from Friday to Sunday. I have heard nothing but praise from the participants of the weekend."
—Veronica, Power Pilates Teacher Trainer in Dallas

"This weekend's workshop was terrific. Juliet has a wealth of information and is very patient. I look forward to continuing my education through Power Pilates! Thanks."
—Robin, Pilates Instructor

"Absolutely enjoyed the training and totally look forward to the next weekend! Davidson did great...so nice to be able to talk/share ideas with others! I feel very fortunate to be a part of the Power Pilates "family"."
—Patty Geiger, Affiliate in Cary, Triangle Pilates

"What a great weekend I had here in Boston! The Beginner Mat certification classes were terrific and Kathy Van Patten is truly, truly awesome. It would be an honor to work for her."
—Judi, Power Pilates Instructor

"I had the pleasure of attending the Beginner Mat certification that was offered to our physical therapy students at New York University. This exercise system and how it has been interpreted and presented by Power Pilates is a tremendous adjunct to aspects of physical fitness. Power Pilates is a system of movement to improve one's well being."
—Marilyn Moffat, PT, PhD, FAPTA, CSCS, Professor of Physical Therapy, NYU

"'My back hurts!' 'My neck hurts!' I've heard these complaints in my practice thousands of times and I've wondered what I can do for these patients. Many of my patients work at a computer all day long and come in with muscle pain, ligament pain, bone pain, and disc pain of the neck and upper back. Many of my patients sit in chairs all day long and come in with muscle pain, ligament pain, bone pain and disc pain of the low back. The comments I hear from my patients are, 'What did I do wrong?' 'I didn't hurt myself,' and 'How did this happen?' I explain to the patients over and over again that there is a normal degenerative process occurring in the cervical spine and lumbar spine. Inactivity promotes degeneration of the spine. Preventative care is essential. That is why I refer patients to Power Pilates' exercise program. Power Pilates strengthens the core musculature of the spine, improves posture, and slows degeneration."
—Arden M. Kaisman, MD, Chief, Pain Medicine, Cabrini Medical Center, New York, NY

"Power Pilates Certification Program has been integral in developing my growth as a knowledgeable and confident instructor. The teaching faculty of Power Pilates brings their combined wisdom and experience together to create a well-rounded training that has brought to my practice a greater understanding of anatomy, a strong foundation of the Pilates technique, and the communication skills necessary to inspire and support my clients in their transformational process. Through this program I have discovered more of who I am and a greater depth of how to share what I have to offer."
—Jeff, Power Pilates Instructor

"One of the most positive aspects of the teacher-training program at Power Pilates is that each student is treated as an individual. Rather than trying to fit into a mold, we are encouraged to find our own strengths and weaknesses and to discover the aspects of our personalities that will make us distinctive, effective teachers. That, combined with the energy, experience, and dedication of the instructors makes this a program that I would highly recommend to anyone interested in becoming certified."
—Anne, Power Pilates Instructor

"Power Pilates offers the most comprehensive teacher-training program run by talented, knowledgeable and compassionate trainers. They provided me a supportive learning environment, which not only develops a thorough understanding of anatomy and the Pilates technique, but also enabled me to grow into confident a teacher."
—Jill, Power Pilates Instructor

"Power Pilates really inspired me today! I jumped into a totally energizing semi-private with Susan that is always a rich learning experience. Next, an awesome mat class with Juliet. Then a workshop with Susan where I really understood and appreciated the points she (and Howard) made. I left feeling truly satisfied and restored by what you and the entire training program has to offer. Thank you for creating such an enriching environment where I can return to and grow as a Pilates instructor and a person!"
—Marcia, Power Pilates Instructor

"Power Pilates Comprehensive program provided a structured and safe framework to learn both my strengths and weaknesses. It then showed me how to deepen the knowledge I was taught to turn a weakness into an opportunity to become a better teacher and learn more about myself so that I can better teach others. It is a process that is evolving within myself that I constantly refer to a "teaching outline" that keeps the work a living rather than stagnant thing."
—Tina, Power Pilates Instructor

"I just went through the Beginner Mat Certification in Albany. It was one of the best weekends of my life!! I can't tell you how much I learned from Bob Liekens and how wonderful he is!! I feel so privileged to have been a part of the Power Pilates instruction. I can't say enough good things about his technique in teaching and how comfortable he made all of us feel! I'm really looking forward to continuing my training through Power Pilates!!"
—Linda, Power Pilates Certified Instructor

"What a great weekend! The more we see of your training, the more excited we are to say we are trained through Power Pilates. Both Allison and Davidson were knowledgeable, professional and skilled as trainers. It is such a pleasure to work with such a quality program; over and over I heard how this is the first training people have been to that actually sets you up to succeed as a teacher. Those participants from the first Beginner Mat who have followed the teaching formula have all seen success. My only wish is to have an affiliate program in the Seattle area. Thanks again for another wonderful experience."
—Cheryl, The Club at Stanwood, Hosted Power Pilates Mat Certification

"My experience in the Power Pilates teacher-training program was one of learning on multiple levels. Firstly and most importantly for me as an ex-professional dancer, working with all of the highly qualified teachers in my own sessions, a required part of my training, allowed me to organically experience the material I was taught in each of the monthly workshops. Though the wealth of information I received could sometimes seem overwhelming, the time spent observing seasoned instructors, working with other apprentice teachers, and assisting the senior trainers with clients well prepared me for beginning to work with clients on my own. One of the most helpful of the teaching tools I learned was to stay present in the moment with a client. This has aided me to tailor a session to what the client needs on that particular day, with whatever state of body and mind they are bringing into the session. Concepts of how to teach a given exercise were explored during my training so that exercises were not merely being given to a client but taught. As a client and teacher, I can truthfully say that deepens the experience on both sides of the session. I also feel that learning Pilates as a system has helped provide a framework that I can always work within according to the needs of the client. I still have much to learn and this is only the start, but I have been given a solid foundation in the Pilates Method from the Power Pilates teacher-training program which will continue to serve me as I go forward with my teaching."
—Amy, Power Pilates Instructor