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Your Trusted Pilates & Barre Studio in Connecticut
Evolution Pilates was founded in 2002 with a mission to create an educational center dedicated to the Pilates Method. Our studio combines clinical expertise with personalized training, offering Pilates mat, reformer, and chair classes alongside Total Barre workouts. Our certified instructors bring diverse backgrounds in sports, dance, and rehabilitation, ensuring tailored programs for clients of all fitness levels. We emphasize postural alignment, functional strength, and body awareness through evidence-based techniques. With two Connecticut locations, we provide group classes, private sessions, and specialized workshops designed to enhance physical and mental well-being.Our team includes lead instructors trained in STOTT PILATES and complementary modalities like Craniosacral Therapy and Reiki. We prioritize individual attention in small classes, fostering a welcoming environment for beginners to athletes. Our 15+ years of experience in post-rehabilitation and athletic conditioning underscores our commitment to safe, progressive training. We also offer instructor certification programs as Connecticut's only STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Center. From prenatal fitness to chronic pain management, our holistic approach empowers clients to achieve long-term health goals.
Services
Pilates Classes
Barre Workouts
Reformer Training
Private Sessions
Instructor Certification
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with 15+ years of post-rehabilitation expertise
- Connecticut's only STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Center
- Small classes ensuring personalized attention
- Specialized programs for prenatal/postnatal clients
- Integrated approach combining Pilates with myofascial release therapy
Associations and certifications
- STOTT PILATES
What people say
Expert instructors
Personalized attention
Visible results
Supportive environment
Professional facilities
Services
Pilates Classes
Our Pilates classes focus on core strength, postural alignment, and functional movement. Using mat-based exercises, clients develop lean muscle mass while improving flexibility and body awareness. The method emphasizes controlled movements and breathwork to enhance physical and mental well-being.
Total Barre Workouts
Total Barre combines Pilates, dance, and strength training at the ballet barre. This high-intensity workout sculpts muscles using small equipment like resistance bands and hand weights. Classes improve balance, coordination, and cardiovascular health while maintaining Pilates' focus on proper alignment.
Private Sessions
Individualized Pilates instruction tailored to personal goals and physical needs. Certified trainers conduct postural analyses and create customized programs using reformer, chair, and mat equipment. Sessions prioritize injury prevention and rehabilitation through precise movement execution.
Instructor Certification
As Connecticut's only STOTT PILATES Licensed Training Center, we offer rigorous certification programs. Our curriculum covers Pilates, Total Barre, and ZENGA methods with a focus on safe, effective instruction for diverse client populations including athletes and post-rehabilitation patients.
Specialized Workshops
Our workshops address specific fitness goals through 30-day challenges and master classes. Programs combine Pilates with myofascial release, restorative exercise, and functional movement patterns to improve daily activities and athletic performance for all experience levels.
People
Cate Vallone
Founder & Lead Instructor
Certified STOTT PILATES instructor with 15+ years of clinical experience. Specializes in post-rehabilitation and athletic conditioning. Holds advanced training in Craniosacral Therapy and Continuum Movement.
Tracy Katzbek
Lead Instructor
STOTT PILATES certified instructor with Reiki Level 2 certification. Focuses on pelvic floor stability and breathing awareness post-surgery. Teaches with emphasis on body connection and positive energy.
Kelly Scallion
Certified Instructor
Dance background with STOTT PILATES certification. Creates challenging programs that balance intensity with injury prevention techniques for diverse client needs.
Lindsay Castonguay
Pilates & Barre Instructor
Combines dance expertise with Pilates instruction. Certified in Mat Pilates through Physical Mind Institute and STOTT PILATES Reformer methods.
Questions
What Pilates equipment do you use?
We use STOTT PILATES reformers, stability chairs, and barrels in private sessions. Group classes incorporate mats, resistance bands, and light weights.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes! We require introductory private sessions for new clients to learn proper form before joining group classes. Instructors provide modifications for all skill levels.
Do you offer prenatal Pilates?
Yes, we provide specialized prenatal and postnatal programs focusing on core stability, pelvic floor health, and safe movement patterns during pregnancy.
What should I wear to class?
Wear form-fitting workout clothes with visible seams for proper alignment checks. Grip socks are required for hygiene in shared equipment sessions.
Can Pilates help with back pain?
Our method strengthens deep stabilizing muscles to improve posture and reduce back strain. Private sessions with postural analysis are recommended for chronic pain management.
How often should I attend sessions?
For optimal results, we recommend 2-3 sessions weekly combining group classes and private training. Frequency depends on individual goals and experience level.
Reviews (4)
Nichole G.
Jan 14, 2022
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I've been going to the studio for over 3 years taking Reformer Pilates classes. Cate and Tracy are wonderful instructor's. The studio is clean and safe, I never feel like my health is at risk. I do feel that the studio has been a life saver, with all the sitting in front of a desk that I do, the studio allows me to get the good stretch that I need a couple times a week. I've also had the privilege to meet some really great people.
Melissa Deardorff
Aug 15, 2019
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Went tonight for the first time and usually go to gyms or have a trainer. The classes are great and push you. Will be getting 10 additional classes with them. Great studio and instructors
Brianna Gavigan
Sep 29, 2018
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Received my first ten classes as a birthday gift and never looked back! I cancelled my other gym membership almost immediately.
Clemence Jollivet
Nov 03, 2017
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Great fitness studio, absolutely love the bare class, it's such a complete workout! The instructors are super friendly and the studio is clean and modern.
