The name "Gerda" derives from Germany and means "Protector". At Gerda Pilates, we believe that our Pilates-based movement provides the world's greatest methodology for our clients to gain mastery of their bodies; which will strengthen them and protect them so they may pursue their own personal best and achieve true happiness.
And that's exactly why we wake up each morning-to help people feel great. The Pilates Academy International is committed to helping dedicated and qualified individuals gain the knowledge and teaching skills they need to become excellent, sought-after Pilates instructions.
And that's exactly why we wake up each morning-to help people feel great. The Pilates Academy International is committed to helping dedicated and qualified individuals gain the knowledge and teaching skills they need to become excellent, sought-after Pilates instructions.
Reviews (10)
Dana W. W.
Nov 21, 2021
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I am new to Pilates and it was pretty intimidating, but Gerda and her team are very patient and took a lot of time asking me questions about my goals, my limitations and just watching how I move.
I felt results after the first session. After my first few sessions, I realized how many muscles I am not using on a daily basis. This team finds them and works them all.
I love Natalie who blends flexibility, cardio and strength training in every session. She finds my weaknesses and my imbalances and works with me to improve the mind/body connections. She provided practical exercises I can do at
I felt results after the first session. After my first few sessions, I realized how many muscles I am not using on a daily basis. This team finds them and works them all.
I love Natalie who blends flexibility, cardio and strength training in every session. She finds my weaknesses and my imbalances and works with me to improve the mind/body connections. She provided practical exercises I can do at
Venera V.
Feb 13, 2021
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Gerda Pilates is an amazing cute studio on Balboa island. Gerda is incredibly talented and professional instructor who will find what would be the best for you. I took one to one class and just felt amazing after each class. She worked detailed on my alignments that have improved my posture. She is so kind and I'm sure you will love Pilates classes with her.
Kim K.
Jul 19, 2019
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Gerda and her team are so professional making sure I have the correct position for optimal working out and preventing injuries. I always look forward so much to returning back for each work out!! It's more than a Pilates studio, it is a place of comraderie and friendship. I'm fairly new to Pilates and wasn't sure what to expect. My core has never been so strong.
John B.
Aug 20, 2018
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Miss Vicki C.
Mar 09, 2018
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Kristin C.
Mar 03, 2018
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This is the best Pilates place I have ever been. Lisa, one of the instructors is amazing. She is so professional, a great teacher and makes sure her students do the exercises correctly so that we don't get injured. The other studios I have been to have too many people in the class and don't monitor if the students are doing things properly.
Try a class it will get you hooked.
Try a class it will get you hooked.
Rolly P.
Feb 08, 2018
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A cozy studio at a wonderful location in Balboa Island, Gerda Pilates is by far the best Pilates studio I have ever been to. Amazing prices, homey vibe and wonderful instructors, I highly recommend this studio to anyone who is in the area and wants to do Pilates with one of the BEST Master Instructors in the business, Gerda.
Pros:
Insightful sessions
Well kept studio
Great equipment
Wonderful instructors
Professional yet friendly attitude
Very reasonable pricing
Cons:
NONE
Pros:
Insightful sessions
Well kept studio
Great equipment
Wonderful instructors
Professional yet friendly attitude
Very reasonable pricing
Cons:
NONE
Liz K.
Jan 08, 2018
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I have been doing Pilates off and on for a few years now and I have to say Gerda is the best instructor I have had hands down!! Since it is a small studio, you get personal attention during class and Gerda is always watching to make sure you are in proper alignment for each exercise and will modify for you if you have any injuries or anything is bothering you. I always leave feeling like I have gotten taller and I feel very stress free :)
Lida X.
Jan 09, 2016
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This studio is outstanding! While taking a long vacation during the holidays in Southern California, I was invited by a friend to Gerda's studio in Balboa. I took 2 private lessons with Gerda and 2 group lessons with a very small group that felt more like semi privates. I am a usual Pilates goer in my hometown and visit many studios when I travel. Her studio has the most updated state of the art equipment, everything was so chic, and the whole environment was extremely welcoming.
Gerda is amazing, so in tuned with what your body needs are. Every workout is based on your specific needs.
Gerda is amazing, so in tuned with what your body needs are. Every workout is based on your specific needs.
Christina A.
Jul 07, 2015
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I took the barre method class with Valentina and Vicki at Gerda Pilates and I absolutely loved it. The energy was fantastic and you just feel happy and energized after you finish the workout. They are great instructors and the people in the classes are so welcoming! The studio feels cozy and it makes you feel like you get a one on one training with the instructors. All around great studio and I absolutely loved it! Cannot wait to continue!!
