What Our Clients Are Saying

...My wife and daughters who see Bernadette on a regular basis and love her suggested I start pilates and Bernadette being such a fun instructor made it easy to make time for it. I am now able to enjoy both life and golf without back pain. Thanks Bernadette!!"
— Gord Petrie: Father of 3 and Grandfather of 1

"I've struggled with back issues for years and recently had major surgery. I started Pilates with Bernadette as part of my rehab and now wish I would have started sooner. My core and back are feeling strong and my flexibility is improving. Bernadette adapted the program to fit my strengths and limitations which helped me progress. She is extremely positive and motivating and every session is different and challenging. I would highly recommend Bernadette to anyone looking to take care of their body through Pilates."
— Jason Rachele, Mechanical Engineer and first-time dad from Ajax

...with a decreasing lack of strength and balance on my left side. To my delight, I am finding that I am getting stronger every week. My confidence in doing everyday tasks has significantly increased. I have become much more in-tune with my body. I have never really focused on exercise with my limited mobility, however I now look forward to each session and am really proud of my accomplishments. The one-on-one sessions are perfect for me as Bernadette will adjust the movements based on my ability until I’m able to accomplish the full move. I’m really loving it!"
— Leah Carson, Mother and Business Owner, theplanetgroup.ca

"I love pilates because it has certainly made me feel stronger and helps my Spinal Stenosis. I truly enjoy my time with Bernadette""
— Donna Shipman

"I love Pilates because I have found that it has made me mobile. When I started I could hardly move my shoulders and walk due to Tendinopathy. Now, I am walking better, my shoulders regained their mobility without pain and I feel that my posture and core have been strengthened."
— Terry Ierullo

...After months of suffering from pain from a hip injury, and not being able to participate in the activities I enjoy, I decided to try Pilates again, after years of being involved in other types of sports. Pilates has increased my flexibiity, augmented my joint function, improved my overall strength, and as a result, has allowed me to return to the activiites that I love. Bernadette has been instrumental in my recovery, as she is both inspiring and positive, and designs programs that accomodate my abilitites. Thank you Bernadette for renewing my love of Pilates!"
— Saloni Malhotra, Physiotherapist at Lakeridge Health Whitby

"I turned to pilates last year when I felt that I needed to increase strength, flexibility, balance and improve my core and back. Improvement in strength and balance was also something I needed in my legs because I had undergone knee replacement surgery in both knees. Strength in the legs is very important after knee replacement surgery to allow the new joints to function at their best and as well, my balance had been affected significantly after surgery. I am able to do most of the exercises introduced into my pilates workouts with very few modifications which is actually astounding.
Consequently, I now feel stronger, taller and my balance, leg strength and core endurance has improved dramatically in just a few months. I absolutely love my workouts there and look forward to each and every session.
Pilates by Bernadette is an excellent pilates studio with first class instructors, an excellent environment and incredibly efficient workouts. Each exercise is perfectly cued by Bernadette and her staff so that they are easy to follow but superb and effective."
— Aileen Dockerty - Wedding Officiant, Contemporary Celebrants Durham Region

Many professional dancers that I've researched condition with Pilates to prevent injuries. Lola enjoys the results of working with Bernadette. Bernadette enthusiastically introduced the movements and related them to dance so that Lola understood their benefits. Lola's confidence has increased since she started Pilates training. I highly recommend Pilates by Bernadette for dancer conditioning."
— Trina Chiarelli - full time mother from Pickering

The nurses said they had never seen a 'first labour' go by so quickly! I have no doubt it was because of my continued practice in Pilates and the support from my wonderful instructor."
— Rachel Petrie Morgan, Miracle Salesperson Re/Max Realty Enterprises Inc., Brokerage

I recommend it to my patients always"
— Dr. Tanya Slapnicar, Mother of two; Chiropractor & Owner of Ajax Chiropractor & Wellness Clinic, ajaxwellness.com

"I’m a true believer that the natural wellbeing of the human body stems from caring for your body and for your mind. The Pilates sessions with Bernadette went over and beyond the nurturing of the human body. They nurtured my soul. She is truly devoted to you as a person and friend. Her knowledge of the instruments she uses in her sessions and the capability of the body in shape and form optimizes on the results you see. Her attention to detail and precision makes you reach levels you never thought capable. She has taught me to breathe again, and has improved my life in so many ways. She is well versed on individualizing programs for different needs and goals and will help improve the wellbeing of anyone who allows her in to their lives. I could not recommend a better trainer, teacher or friend to anyone who welcomes Pilates into their lives. Well done!"
— Silvi Pica from Markham

"I would highly recommend anyone who is interested in obtaining a stronger, more flexible body, but is wary of sustaining injury in the process, to attend pilates classes at Pilates by Bernadette. Each session is fresh, fun and with the right amount of challenge to maintain forward progress. Bernadette's careful attention to body alignment and correct movement help to prevent injury and ensure that the workout is highly effective. Her positive encouragement and light hearted spirit help to make the session fun and rewarding. Definitely more enjoyable than the repetitive workout routines at the local fitness gym."
— Liz Smith, Independent Sales Director for Mary Kay Cosmetics

"I love pilates because it makes me sleep well, strengthens my core and good posture.."
— Peggy Brooks, Mother of one; No Frills Owner.

"I got into pilates because my wife wanted me to get into better shape. I play some hockey but in general hate to do weights or any other form of exercise so I went into pilates with my guard up, but found after a few sessions with Bernadette that I was enjoying the workouts. Bernadette works you hard, but she is a lot of fun and illustrates all the exercises. I am feeling stronger both physically and mentally since I started and am enjoying the workouts more since my core is getting stronger. Bernadette is a hoot and I would recommend her class to anyone."
— Guy Vigliatore - Father of 3, General Manager of Scarborough Subaru, Suzuki, Kia and Rouge Valley Mitsubishi. scarborosubaru.ca

"Finally found a workout that I look forward to and have seen results! Not hard to keep a New Year's resolution to keep fit when you have Bernadette encouraging you to try new things. Never the same workout, never boring, always effective! Private or group classes are great!"
— Melanie Warren from Ajax, Business Owner of Warren's Printing Place

"Bernadette is an incredible Pilates instructor who motivates me with her energy, warmth and humour. Whether taking private or group lessons, I always have tons of fun while working hard. Best of all, my body is noticeably stronger and leaner. I love that I can achieve great results without feeling like exercising is a chore. I highly recommend Pilates by Bernadette for anyone"
— Dr. Merry C Lin, Mother of two, works at LifeCare Centres lifecarecentres.com

"I absolutely love Pilates! I look forward to going to every class. Bernadette is an amazing instructor. She is a ball of energy to always make the classes both challenging and fun. I trust Bernadette and respect her knowledge and expertise. I feel my body is stronger, leaner and more balanced since I have started Pilates with Bernadette. Everyone needs to feel this good. Just try Pilates with Bernadette!""
— Michelle Ready, Mother of two, Teacher from Pickering

"Bernadette is an amazing pilates instructor who always makes working out fun! She is a bundle of energy and a joy to be around. My sister and I did semi-private classes together and loved them. We would highly recommend Bernadette and her studio to anyone interested in pilates."
— Dr. Natalie McCulloch H.BKin, ND and Dr. Nicole Sandilands H.BKin, ND of Durham Natural Health Centre, DNHC.ca

"Amazing class, Amazing teacher & Amazing results. Pilates the best workout ever, fun and always different."
— Roger Evenden: Father and Business Owner of Centro Design & Print