Have you been looking for a unique Pilates studio setting to call home?

"44 year old, 6'4" dude here. Having spent my entire career working bedside in healthcare in a world designed for a 5'3" worker, my posture was abysmal. I am constantly hunching over tending to my patients and developed some pretty gnarly chronic lumbar pain. I tried it all to alleviate my aches: chiropractors, yoga, swimming, weight training, all with minimal success. And then I began working with Drea. After a few months, ALL of the pain I had been experiencing has disappeared! Having never practiced Pilates or worked with the Reformer, in addition to being a clunky guy with zero flexibility, I was pretty skeptical. But Drea quickly alleviated my apprehensions. Her guidance and instruction is spot on. She makes the practice welcoming and approachable, yet is able to provide a legit challenging workout at the same time. The studio itself is comfortable and inviting, and the redwood deck space is stunning. Trust me when I say that you gotta check this place out."

"I'm so happy that Drea is re-opening her home studio to bring her Pilates magic to Aptos. Drea worked at Purely Pilates in Belmont from 2009 until 2015. She brought her strong background of the best in Classical Pilates mixed with interesting variations and a great sense of humor to all of her classes and clients. Her clients were steadfast to her classes and were (and are) her greatest fans! She teaches a smart, fun and great workout! I'm happy to endorse Drea as a great Pilates teacher and encourage you to contact her to begin sessions."

"Drea has been my Pilates instructor for the last 15 years, and she is terrific. I have worked with her in a studio setting, and a great deal in a private setting. I have scoliosis, and so having core strength is extremely important for my health. Thanks to Drea and Pilates, I am stronger and more capable of doing other physical activities that I also love -like skiing and hiking. And with her excellent cues, her workout variations, and her great sense of humor, it's a ton more fun than going to the chiropractor! I honestly can't recommend her highly enough."

"I began private pilates sessions at Hilltop Pilates with Drea in September, and I’m already feeling a difference in several areas of weakness throughout my body. I’ve had both knees replaced and have multiple back problems, including scoliosis. Working out semi-weekly with a trainer has and continues to provide me with good overall body health and strength. However, I felt the need to add something more focused on core strength and my weak back. Each week, as Drea leads me through various pilates movements, I can feel a difference in my ability from the previous week. Drea is extremely intuitive, skillful, kind and perceptive. My pilates sessions with her are informative, challenging (in a good way) and fun! The studio is a comfortable space, and the outdoor redwood deck setting, where she’ll be holding classes, is beautiful!"

I'm so grateful that I had the opportunity to take one-on-one pilates reformer sessions with Drea in her beautiful studio. I had recovered from an injury and surgery years several ago and wanted to be extra careful when exercising. Before seeing Drea, I had some aches and my walking pace had sometimes slowed down a bit. My goal was to get rid of the pain, improve my muscle tone, and exercise with ease. After the first few sessions the pain went away for good, and I was back doing my normal exercise activities. Because I also wanted to work on my core, and because I looked forward to these sessions, I worked out with Drea for about a year. In fact, it was the first time in many years that I actually stuck to a steady exercise routine! Instead of looking at a clock waiting for the sessions to finish. Time flew by because they were fun! Drea is very knowledgeable about physical training and she provides personalized exercises that you can't get elsewhere. If you want exceptional customized pilates exercises designed for your needs, and to work with someone who truly cares about your health, be sure to contact Drea.