Alexander Pilates

Alexander Pilates is truly life changing. Every single instructor is incredible. The attention to form, quality of coaching, and knowledge of each instructor is second to none… I have never felt so engaged or supported in a workout class! I’m in my early 30s and have always been very athletic, but I’ve had tons of orthopedic and mobility issues over the years. My core strength, posture, and overall appearance have improved dramatically since I started taking classes ~5 months ago. I’ve also noticed that all of my other workouts are easier, and I’m much less injury prone. It is the best workout class I’ve ever done, and I’ve tried them all, in Durham and many major cities. It is so, so worth the money and I am so glad we have Heather and her wonderful team in Durham!

I can't say enough good things about Alexander Pilates - Heather is wonderful, as are the rest of the instructors. It's a small studio with lots of individualized attention and a wealth of knowledge and experience. Heather has been so helpful in incorporating stretching and movement techniques to help with chronic neck / back issues. I've taken Pilates at multiple places over the years, and I can honestly say I would choose Heather and her crew over any of them!

Heather is exactly the kind of Pilates instructor I was looking for: exceptionally well-trained and serious about her craft and about helping her clients get stronger, more flexible, and generally more fit, but also fun to work with. Her studio is small and welcoming (very different from the larger “big box” studios in the area) and her pricing is competitive (and worth every penny!). I have become both stronger and more flexible since I started working with Heather and I recommend Alexander Pilates to everyone. Try it. You will be happy you did!

I've been working with Heather since 2017 now and it has been an amazing journey! I've had the pleasure of working with all of the instructors and the level of patience they all have as well as knowing how to cue you to what the want to get out of you is awesome! The instructors listen to you when you share your needs and really tailor the workout to that even in semi-private classes. Due to medical issues and surgeries, I had to take time off - first for a month and second for 2 months and both times I've been eased back into the swing of things so well that even with restrictions, I'm recovering faster. My posture is vastly improved, my running is improved, and I'm far more efficient while lifting heavy weights thanks to the work we do at Alexander Pilates! I mostly work with Angeline and Heather nowadays, but when I say, try it, you'll agree that you'll want more! The best part is that my body is not the "typical" Pilates body, but when I'm in class, I feel like it is!

I always feel better at the end of a session with Heather or Monica. They help me engage the appropriate muscles and provide metaphors the help focus my mind and my body. I'm excited to continue -- and for someone who doesn't like to 'work out' that is quite a compliment. :)