A Path to Becoming a Pilates Instructor

Have you ever thought of becoming a fitness instructor of some sort? Or maybe you love movement and healing and living a healthy life. Or perhaps you feel your life’s calling is to help people in some capacity. If you answered yes or slightly nodded your head to any of these, then keep reading.   …

Swim, Bike, Run, Surf… and Do Pilates

Kerstyn Pocklington moved to Grand Rapids in 2013 and had spent the previous 5 years taking classes at a Pilates studio in Newport Beach, CA. She fell in love with the workout after college when she was looking for a way to strength train, stay active and to find something to compliment her other activities. …

Building Strong Bodies and Stronger Friendships at Pilates in Ada & East

At Pilates in East and Pilates in Ada, we are passionate about health, wellness and happiness. One thing we have found is that wellness goes so much deeper than just exercise and nutrition. One major part of the wellness factor is a sense of belonging and a strong feeling of community. When we feel as …

Devon Pearson – Pilates Professional and Instant Friend

If you have been to Pilates and Ada or Pilates in East and met Devon Pearson, you will understand what it means to have an instantaneous friend! Devon has the amazing ability to laugh and have fun with her clients while, at the same time, pushing them to get the most out of their time …

“Healthy Backs” Class – Now Added to Fall Lineup

At Pilates in Ada and Pilates in East, one thing we absolutely love is the variety of clients that walk through our door. We work with people from all walks of life, all ranges of ability and physical movement. One thing that we learn in Pilates is how the abdominals and back are mutually supportive. …

Spring Into Summer with Bootcamp Options at Pilates in East and Pilates in Ada

Spring has sprung!! While we thought it might never arrive, spring did in fact show up here in Grand Rapids and both of our studios are buzzing with freshness and excitement. As valued Pilates in East & Pilates in Ada family and friends, we realize that you have MANY commitments in life. That’s why we …

Teacher Training Inspires Yet Another – More Courses Starting Soon!

We are all born with an intrinsic set of motivators - those reasons we get out of bed to do what we do. For some people, they are motivated to pound the pavement and make big money. For others, they are passionate about making changes in the world. For Ava Jarzabkowski, one of Pilates in …

Spring Forward with Extended Friend’s Promotion at Pilates in Ada

We are rounding out the first quarter of 2018 and quickly nearing Spring Break. Daffodils are persistently trying to push their way through the chilly Michigan soil, many families are preparing to head out of town for warmer destinations and we, here at Pilates in Ada & Pilates in East are celebrating Spring’s arrival in …

Dive into a Pilates Teacher Training Course This Year!

To find a job that allows one to constantly be learning, one in which you get to help individuals, a job that requires you to show up to a spa-like environment upon arriving to work, and a job that allows you to work with amazing and dynamic team members sounds like a dream. And maybe …

Kick Start Your Year with Pilates Reformer Boot Camp Classes

You asked and we listened! We are so excited to announce that at Pilates in East and Pilates in Ada, we will be helping you get your 2018 off to a strong start. Kickstart your new year by challenging, boosting and strengthening your muscles.  This 6-week program will help with toning and tightening Pilates style. …