Helios Center for Movement - Pilates
Helios Center for Movement is Chicago's first and only Fletcher Pilates studio catering to people of all ages and fitness levels.
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At the Helios Center for Movement, our goal is to educate our students, using our expertise and creativity to help them in their journey towards total body health. Guided by the classical principles of thought, breath, movement and spirit, helios offers a safe, professional and fun environment for movers of any age, body type or fitness level. Helios is the first and only Fletcher Pilates studio is Chicago. Our staff comes from a vast background of experience and education in Pilates, Dance, Fitness, Music, Movement Therapy and Massage. We believe in upholding the integrity of the classical Pilates work, while implementing modern ideas of functional, free movement to address the specific needs of the student to achieve total body health. Start your journey with us today!
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Helios Center for Movement is Chicago's first and only Fletcher Pilates studio catering to people of all ages and fitness levels.Key Points
- Personal Attention to Wellness
- High Level Movement Edu.
- Movement to use in Daily Life
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Nothing like a Pilates work out to get you sweating. Actually, I prefer a good jog but sometimes it's just too hot and humid outside in Chicago. This is a nice clean place where the staff and guests are always friendly. It's always a good workout too.
Posted 06/05/09 | Report Abuse
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Look forward to my classes every week!
by Tracy N
I've been attending classes at Helios since January 2009 and I have loved every single class I've experienced - floor, mat, reformer, chair, etc. Jenna, Molly and Jill are all FABULOUS! I've been in sports and worked out my whole life, yet I've still seen great results from the classes here. My muscles are stronger than ever before and I swear I've grown a 1/2 inch - not bad for a girl who is 5'0"! ;) Absolutely LOVE Helios and their instructors too.
Pros: Best instructors, Great atmosphere, Friendly, Great workout
Cons: Absolutley None!
Posted 11/12/09
Great instructors
by csd912
After unsuccesfully treating a hip condition through traditional physical therapy, I started sessions at Helios to improve my hip strength and mobility - and stay in shape for my upcoming wedding, since my usual running routine wasn't possible! Not only did my hip significantly improve, but i was able to shave inches off my waist and feel great at my wedding. Molly is an incredible instructor who helps achieve your goals and pushes you hard, but knows how to have fun with the sessions too!
Pros: Personalized attention, good equipment & results
Cons: expensive hobby - in general, not just Helios
Posted 10/21/09
Changed my life!
by Dazed dog
I first went into Helios a yr ago. I was ready to really turn my body into a well oiled machine after experiencing issues with my back for years. The trainers here are very supportive and knowledgeable. I overcame my obstacles quickly under Kristine?s personal instruction and became the person I've always wanted to be physically, and pain free! I'm grateful for the guidance and inspiration from here. Rock on gals!
Pros: experienced and delightful trainers that motivate you!
Cons: I'm on the other side of the world now :-/
Posted 10/21/09
Can't go a week without a class at this studio
by kmlpgl7124
Working out has been a part of my life for 15 years and I have tried everything. It wasn't until I started Fletcher Pilates studio that I truly found a work out that I love and that actually impacts my body and life. The instructors are amazing and knowledgeable!!!
Posted 10/21/09
Yeah for Helios!!!
by emmer
I would highly recommend Helios Center for Movement to anyone looking for a great workout to get your bod in better shape! The studio is extremely clean and the workouts vary from class to class in order to keep things interesting. I love Kristine as instructor; she is professional, friendly, upbeat and not at all intimidating. Your body will thank you after you discover this little gem in Roscoe Village!
Pros: Great workout, easy parking, friendly instructors, extremely clean
Cons: A little pricey
Posted 02/25/09
Fabulous Pilates Studio and Instruction
by ljb64
This is the first review I've ever written, but I feel it is important to share a wonderful experience. After taking Pilates classes at health clubs for several years, I was interested in taking instruction at a studio and learning to use the Pilates machines. With names like the Cadlllac, Reformer and Wonda-Chair, who wouldn't be curious? Jenna, the owner of Helios, is an extremely professional, friendly, knowledgeable and inspirational instructor. She really knows her stuff and has a lovely way of imparting her vast knowledge to others, at any level. The studio is clean, bright and well-equipped. There's a wide variety of classes. As a mat Pilates novice/intermediate, I felt that I was in really good hands, was learning excellent form, inspired to improve my practice and had a new Pilates home that I would never outgrow.
Posted 02/20/08
Pilates professionals
by rojobro
I came to Helios Center for movement in search of a means to improve my flexibility, but was welcomed into a wider world of knowledge about my body and how it connects and responds to movement. Studio owner and pilates pro Jenna Wilayto has been an inspiration to me and pleasure to work with. She has a thoughtful approach that is both educational and challenging and an uncanny ability to impart technical knowledge to her students in a very relatable way. I'm pleased to report visible progress in both my strength training and core muscle development over the past several months. I've also been able to apply these learned techniques and proper form to enhance my weight-lifting routine. Helios makes working out enjoyable and is a place that I look forward to spending time -- it's clean, modern, comfortable and inviting.
Pros: Expert instruction, new equipment, clean and welcoming environment
Posted 01/02/08