Origin"Practice your exercises diligently with the fixed and unalterable determination that you permit nothing else to sway you from keeping faith with yourself."
—Joseph Pilates, 1945
Testimonials
"With Julie I always worked hard, but it was always enjoyable. While she's the consummate professional instructor, her charming personality always made me look forward to our sessions. I definitely have a better Pilates practice today after working with Julie for a year. I just wish I could "beam" her back to Rochester once a week!"
—Angela F., Fairport, NY
"Pilates with Julie was always new and different. I lost inches while sculpting a whole new body for myself during my weekly Pilates classes. Thanks, Julie, for sharing your gifts with me."
—Christine W., Fairport, NY
"I started Pilates with Julie about 8 months ago as a way to cross-train and do something different. I've learned so much about the power of breathing, and the importance of core strength in Julie's classes. She has more knowledge of the spine, abdomen, and body in general than most medical professionals in my field.
Recently, I ran a marathon and decided to incorporate Pilates breathing and pelvic tilt movement at the height of my fatigue. It was a great surprise to discover my diaphragm pushing off the ground under my feet, and my breath lifting the weight ofgravity from me. My legs were as light as feathers. I am convinced that the foundations of Pilates laid down in Julie's classes were key in helping me finish the race. Thanks Julie!"
—Heidi M., Fairport, NY
"Julie is a very inspirational teacher. She keeps her students on their toes. She mixes it up and keeps her clients coming back for more. The studio I belonged to was very good, but the way Pilates had been taught there had become quite routinized. I was really starting to get bored and discouraged. Luckily, I was able to find Julie and started taking her mat classes. I also started private lessons with her which took me farther in 1 year than I was able to go in the previous 5!"
— Susan M., Rochester, NY
"Julie Caranddo was my first Pilates instructor. Her personal approach and style kept me in this regular exercise program for over a year so far, which is longer than any other program I've started. I have recommended her to friends and family and would continue to do so."
—Lori K., Pittsford,NY
