07/09/09

Best Pilates Studio in Austin

by WhatToCookWhen

The Joy Moves staff is made up of the most qualified trainers I've ever seen. Even if you've never done a minute of Pilates, they'll get you up to speed quickly, and ensure you're using the right from at all times so you don't have to worry about injury. Plus the classes are so small, it's like having your own private Pilates instructor every time.

I started taking Pilates with them 6 weeks ago, and already my strength, posture, and overall body awareness are unbelievable.

Go to Joy Moves and try them out - you'll be amazed at the results, and you'll actually love "working out" for a change!

Rebecca

• Pros: Qualified Trainers, Tons of Classes, All Levels
• Cons: None

06/24/09

Change your body at JoyMoves

by nikipezzaglia

I was so impressed by the level of professionalism at JoyMoves. Each instructor really takes the time to get to know you and learn about pre-existing injuries, your fitness level and goals, and what works for your body. I've taken pilates with other instructors and I found the teachers at JoyMoves to be a cut above. They also deliver results: after five months of pilates on a regular basis, I have definition in my muscles, improved posture, and actually look longer and leaner. What's more, the JoyMoves studio is an open, airy loft with clean, sleek lines and fun design accents. Couldn't ask for a better respite from my busy day.

03/24/09

love love love!

by annecampbell

JoyMoves is a wonderful retreat. I love doing my weekly Pilates at JoyMoves because the service is impeccable, the location is ideal, and I love their view from the second story window.

• Pros: best pilates in austin
• Cons: no cons! love it all.

06/13/08

Great workout, wonderful atmosphere, no fear for the first-timers

by ootvas

"Joy Moves is the best place I have ever taken pilates, yoga and nia. The studios are large, and the rooms are very inviting. The interior is very green (eco-friendly that is), and very sanitary--which is so important, when walking around barefoot and rolling around on the ground. The pilates mats are free to use along with other pilates/nia tools-ie barrel, ring, blankets. Parking is easy and there is no pre-registering for classes (once a member). I just walk in 5 minutes before class, scan in my card, and I'm in.

All the instructors are super-friendly, and I have gotten very strong since starting pilates, I just added yoga to my repertoire and much like pilates, I am already hooked. I never feel like I am competing with anyone else, everyone is on the same path to better fitness.

I can't say enough great things about this place. I always leave feeling more relaxed, stronger and more flexible. I highly recommend giving it a shot, before long, you too will be a Joy Moves junkie, like me!

• Pros: great location, easy parking, quick sign-in, wonderful instructors, lots of classes

Editorial Review

by Contributor

Fitness studio offers whole-body conditioning workouts with Nia, yoga, Pilates (including Pilates MVe Chair) classes and private sessions, ages 14 and up.

04/30/07

Exactly What You Need to Feel Happy, Valued and Supported

by printheatremom

I finally found a place where I can go to move, dance and get reconnected to my body without feeling like I am "exercising" or not as fit as anyone else. I LOVE the Nia classes. The teachers are so accepting of everyone, no matter if someone is comfortable moving, has danced or exercised before or not. In every class, they create a safe space and a "community" where each person can move as she is comfortable. I love the fusion of many dance forms and how the movement is made very simple to follow. I also really enjoy the many different styles of music that make me feel relaxed and invigorated at the same time. Each class starts out very slowly and affirms that I need to listen to my body and do what brings me joy and freedom. The class is nicely "scaffolded" into more opportunities to move in different ways and there are always segments of "free dance" when I can be very private or feel connected to others in the studio. There is no judgement about what anyone does and we are all made to feel supported and successful. AND it's a great exercise program; it's just that I never realize I am exercising! I love it! Finally, I can dance again like I did as a child!

04/27/07

Fitness , fun , and this barefoot dancing known as NIA...

by georgeiana

NIA is one of the classes taught at JoyMoves . The setting is serene and well-designed . The teachers are friendly and savvy about fitness . Why go to a fancy spa staffed by only technicians ? Go to JoyMoves where the staff really knows what they're doing . I especially like the NIA classes taught on Monday and Friday by Elissa . NIA is barefoot dancing with a flair of adult playground . Never be afraid the ( mostly female ) attendees are anorexics or muscle-bound jock types . Every body type and every level of fitness is acceptable . You're free to be you ! Fun and fitness ... who could ask for anything more ?

• Pros: Beautiful setting with well-trained staff and fun workouts such as NIA
• Cons: you'll sweat ... don't wear tights or fancy clothes ... don't wear makeup , it'll just be sweated off

04/27/07

This is my oasis...

by lauraelisa

A wonderful place and great options to exercise. The teachers are excellent, the workshops are interesting, and the staff is friendly. The traffic in the afternoon is heavy!

• Pros: Wonderfully designed facility, peacefull surroundings
• Cons: Traffic in the afternoons

04/24/07

Beautiful space, inspiring classes!

by niadancer

Joy Moves offers incredibly inspiring and dynamic Nia classes in the most beautiful, breathtaking environment. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure you feel welcomed and cared for and new students are made to feel right at home. Most students first come in new to Nia, not knowing what to expect, and leave feeling totally energized, deeply relaxed, stronger, more fit and in love with this practice. I LOVE their non-competitive philosophy and that they celebrate bodies of all shapes and sizes, that anyone can participate and benefit. Finally a place and a technique that is all about joy, that allows me to feel great about myself and my body...AND I am fitter, stronger and healthier than I've ever been. I thankfully will never walk into a gym again and won't need to because they have all you need here.

• Pros: spectacular, beautiful space; excellent classes
• Cons: none

04/24/07

Beautiful space in Austin to go relax and move!

by zcoach

The studio space at Joy Moves is so serene and beautiful with window peeks into nature, I find myself eagerly looking forward to the next time I can get there! They have great instructors who are inspiring and supportive with some wonderful options for movement exercise-- Nia, Pilates, and Yoga. I also appreciate their unlimited monthly plans--very reasonable!

• Pros: Easy access and parking, great studio, excellent instructors