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E.H. Mctigue

19 hours ago

A lovely local pilates place! Small class sizes and great teachers. Marilyn, the owner, is thoughtful and great at helping you set and meet ...

Tatyana Smith

a month ago

I really enjoyed the galentines event and my first introduction to Pilates. It was tough as I expected but the instructors were very hands o...

Amyria

a month ago

Summer Scott

a month ago

The valentines class was super fun!! The instructors were great. Thanks Kaia for telling me about it!

Kaia Woods

a month ago

Marilyn and Gloria are wonderful instructors! I did not know how much tension I had in my hips until I took a class with them. I will absolu...

Paige Crawford

a month ago

an amazing class! the attention to detail was so great. will definitely be back

julia shklovskaya

2 months ago

Registered for a 7am class on a Monday. Marylyn texted me at 9pm on Sunday asking if I can come to 8:30am class. I said I couldn’t because o...

Mariana Stoimenova

2 months ago

Wonderful class with Marilyn! Will definitely be back. + extra points for the cute doggie

Wendy

2 months ago

Best Pilate class I’ve been to, they have all kinds of Pilate equipments. It’s a small studio so Marilyn would watch everyone’s forms. And t...

Alessandra Barbuto

2 months ago

My favorite class!

D S

2 months ago

This was my first time trying Pilates and I was very pleased with Marilyn's instruction and attention to detail and form. Exercise can feel ...

Akhila Surneni

3 months ago

I’ve really been enjoying the Pilates classes at Better Posture Pilates more than other group classes I’ve tried like Solidcore or Club Pila...

Harram Laraib

3 months ago

Nivedita Krishnan

4 months ago

Marilyn is an amazing Pilates instructor. I’ve been attending her Pilates classes for a few years now and appreciate her attentiveness and a...

Anita Ho

4 months ago

Laura Donnan

4 months ago

I started coming here a couple years ago, wanting to try pilates after recovering from a surgery. Marilyn's classes quickly became a part of...

Kasha Hilton

4 months ago

I had a wonderful experience and class with Marilyn. The studio, space, and equipment are all in amazing shape, and the environment is warm ...

Jessica McCluskey

4 months ago

Marilyn is a very knowledgeable when it comes to anatomy, biomechanics and proper form! She gets you to feel every exercise where you should...

Adri

4 months ago

Love the studio and all of the amazing instructors

Halyna Fedus

4 months ago

The instructors at this studio are very well trained and knowledgeable, all fantastic. I also do private sessions with Marilyn. I have seen ...

Karen W

4 months ago

Love this place! Great instructors.super clean, good energy! Marilyn really helped me with my back pain! I highly recommend Better Posture P...

Mike Rickher

5 months ago

Marilyn is extremely experienced and helped me greatly with my back and hip issues. i’m going to attend more classes and private sessions.

Crisley Gifoni

6 months ago

Jasmine Beatty

6 months ago

I went to Better Posture during a quick weekend in Chicago and had a phenomenal time! This was my first time using a reformer and the instru...

Ali Stall

7 months ago

Marilyn is fantastic! I have been wanting to try Pilates, and she was so great introducing me to it. I highly recommend her studio!

Heather Spurlock

7 months ago

As someone fairly new to pilates, and Better Posture Pilates has been such a welcoming and encouraging place to start my journey. I love tha...

Dennis Ahouz

7 months ago

Fantastic! Great teachers. Great owner. Sore - but it's manageable. Just the best pilates place in Chicago IMO!

Payal Patel

7 months ago

As a Pilates beginner, I’m grateful that the instructors are kind and patient with their guidance and support. I’ve especially enjoyed Glori...

Riley Woollen

7 months ago

Marilyn is wonderful! She focuses on your specific fitness challenges, and brings a wealth of knowledge to help you accomplish your goal. I'...

Bailey Reiners

7 months ago

Gloria was a fantastic instructor! Great attention to detail and alignment. So glad I found this place!

Ariel Campos

8 months ago

Love the intimate class setting and instruction at this studio. I always leave feeling relaxed and happy :)

Philippe Largent

8 months ago

Better Posture Pilates (formally Sana Vita) has been an amazing part of my health journey for the last 20 months. Marilyn is so knowledgeab...

Jeanne Firth

8 months ago

A warm welcome and expert-led, personalized class. Gloria is awesome!

Meghan Nolan

9 months ago

I’m 29 weeks pregnant and signed up for the prenatal Pilates class. First time to the studio and I feel great after this class. Gloria was a...

ANTHONY Smith

9 months ago

Started by doing two private sessions with Marilyn. I learned so much about how to improve the pain and tightness in my body. Now I am takin...

Megan Gron

9 months ago

My favorite Pilates studio in Chicago -- definitely a hidden gem! The instructors are knowledgeable, motivating, and super welcoming. Classe...

Irina Pearson

9 months ago

I’m pretty new to pilates but Marilyn’s class made me fall in love with it even more! Great studio, very personalized approach. Will come ba...

Jean Foley

10 months ago

Great class and good workout. Thank you, Marilyn!

Stephanie Cantu

10 months ago

Folake Dosu

a year ago

Been going to Sana Vita for 1.5 years and usually go to Marilyn’s classes and private sessions. She takes both her craft and your form serio...

Mary Compton

a year ago

I recently visited my daughter in Chicago. I was recovering from a torn rotator cuff injury and could no longer enjoy my favorite hobby, ope...

George Kolarchick

a year ago

Derrick was such a great coach! Knows how to push people and create a comfoirtable class culture.

Shannon Bushman

2 years ago

Challenging classes and the instructors do well with helping you make adjustments in form! Good for all levels as they will also adjust the ...

Taylor Young

2 years ago

Michelle K

2 years ago

Gabriel Sheridan

2 years ago

In my quest to find more healthy ways, I stumbled upon this sweet little place. I called ahead to inquire if Pilates would be right for me....

Brooklyn

2 years ago

I’ve been going to this studio for about 3 weeks and I really enjoy it! The owner Marilyn is so nice and makes classes very welcoming and fu...

Sharmain Siddiqui

2 years ago

Lin Li

2 years ago

zuzu yun

2 years ago

My partner and I took intro sessions twice (duet and private) from Marilyn and we both loved it! She was very attentive to individual's issu...

Klaudia D

2 years ago

Maya Douglas

2 years ago

Fun casual place with friendly staff, and you will live Nico!

Vee Grayson

2 years ago

Have recently joined and love the instructors, the people, and the environment at Sana Vita. Because the classes are smaller, the instructor...

Monica Cunningham

2 years ago

friendly boutique with knowledgeable staff

Christiana Romano

3 years ago

I have been taking private lessons at Sana Vita for over a year now and it has been the BEST decision I have ever made for my mind and body!...

Christine Eichendorf

3 years ago

Grace Deveney

3 years ago

Marina C

3 years ago

Angela Whynott

3 years ago

Like it. The studio is great! I've come on a regular basis. They have the best pilates instructors and the classes are the best pilates I've...

Alyse Bondi

3 years ago

I have been taking class for 5 months now. I feel strong and healthy. Before this, I was always in physical therapy for some injury or anoth...

Elena Sotomayor

3 years ago

Incredible. Nimble. Challenging and most importantly everyone gets one to one time with Marilyn or any other instructor designed for your bo...

Diane-Jo Bart-Plange

3 years ago

patty grauf

3 years ago

Alexis Wallace

3 years ago

I’ve taken a handful of Pilates classes around the city and can confidently say that I adore Sana Vita. I opted for a private session with M...

Sarah Dagher

3 years ago

Kristin is the assolute best! She teaches with a high level of intention and care to ensure my workouts are super challenging while also bei...

Courtney Pearson

3 years ago

I have been doing private sessions with Marilyn for a few months now and continue to see the progress in how my body feels, looks, and moves...

SAMANTHA CAPSHEW

3 years ago

Such a lovely, intimidate studio with passionate instructors. Marilyn is amazing and will give you a great workout!

Megan Hemler

3 years ago

Great classes and availabiilty

Gretta Benitez

3 years ago

I originally came to Sana Vita in search of a low impact workout I could do while pregnant. I instantly fell head over heels in love with pi...

maria smith

3 years ago

I CAN'T SAY ENOUGH GOOD THINGS ABOUT MARILYN AND HER PILATES CLASSES. EVERYTIME I TAKE A CLASS WITH HER I KNOW I'M IN GOOD HANDS. HER KNOW...

Marge M

4 years ago

I hope it speaks for itself that I've been going to Sana Vita Studio for 10 years! Like other reviewers, I love the studio, small class siz...

Patricia Mendoza-Perez

4 years ago

Thank you Better Posture Pilates for helping me get to where I’ve wanted to be for years.I feel great and believe I look it too. I love all ...

margo tabachnick

5 years ago

Monika Rayner

5 years ago

Great place that meets you at your experience level.

Laura Garcia

5 years ago

Great studio and great classes! Highly recommend.

Dominique Reyes

5 years ago

Marilyn is amazing! She will help you work muscles you didn’t know existed. Every class is different and challenging. I highly recommend San...

Leanna Gruhn

5 years ago

Matthew Ardi

5 years ago

Anthony Smith

5 years ago

This is a fantastic studio. I first started with private sessions. I had knee and hip issues and these sessions alleviated so much of my pai...

Michael Ochoa

5 years ago

Dana Roeske

5 years ago

I love the classes here! Marilyn is an amazing Pilates instructor who will tailor the class to your needs. At the finish of class you will f...

Gisele Lizee

5 years ago

seagrasshome

5 years ago

I love Marilyn’s pilates class! You’ll love her full body workouts!

Tracy Vari

5 years ago

Great classes and great instructors. Really takes the time to make sure you are in proper form. Always leave class feeling great!

Pat Stephens

5 years ago

A great workout that targets all the right places!

vicki petritz

5 years ago

Pamela Perniciaro

5 years ago

Pat Stephens

5 years ago

Blake Korb

5 years ago

I've been going to the mat classes here for a little over a year and love it! Even their virtual classes now are awesome. Annette is a fanta...

Sharon Hurwitz

6 years ago

Jane Kim

6 years ago

Joanne C

6 years ago

Love this place. I've done a few of the Yamuna classes and looking forward to trying more of their classes.

Bridget Penney

6 years ago

Jef Fitch

6 years ago

Emily Vega

6 years ago

Kelli Steckbauer

6 years ago

I love Sana Vita Studio. New to yoga, Teri creates an environment that fosters learning correct form and helps reduce stress from day to day...

Gabrielle Jelicks

6 years ago

I love this studio. Not a cramped chain, which definitely makes me feel more comfortable. Love the instructors too!

Michael Crisler

6 years ago

B.Erin Ander

6 years ago

The three best days of my week are spent at Sana Vita for Pilates! Private lesson are a special treat and the small classes are fabulous too...

Claire Tassin

6 years ago

Bilal Najjar

6 years ago

Excellent! highly recommended :)

Carma Nibarger

6 years ago

Charisma Cannon

7 years ago

I have been attending this place for a year (anniversary email just arrived), and I can say I love it. It's small, but cozy and has just the...

Matt Dixon

8 years ago

As a middle-aged man seeking alternatives to traditional forms of exercise, I was initially skeptical of enrolling in pilates classes. Like...

Laura Carlos

8 years ago

My shoulder blade pain has significantly decreased since attending Pilates classes here. These women are knowledgeable regarding exercises, ...

Julie Pelter

8 years ago

The best Pilates studio I’ve found. I drive from Old town 4x a week to Sana Vita. Marilyn is awesome. Love this studio!!!!!

Lulu Swindle

8 years ago

I have been going to Sana Vita for several years now and it really is the best studio I have been to. For the last year most of my private ...

Melissa Zwillenberg

8 years ago

I've been taking private lessons here for a few months, twice per week, and continue to see results from the investment. There are a few te...

Ralph Klisiewicz

17 years ago

I have been very pleased with Pilates session at Sana Vita. I have explained to Marilyn how my knee gets stressed, and at times also gives m...

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1357 W. Grand Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60642

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