Reviews for Your Pilates Pro personal training pilates studio, Walkertown, Kernersville, Oak Ridge, Belews Creek, Winston-Salem, NC, Elizabeth Baird Barnette

    I have been doing Pilates with Elizabeth for almost a year now, and every class has been different and exciting.  She always challenges me and over the course of the past year, it is amazing how much stronger, leaner, and more toned my body has become.  As a former reformer class student, I had no idea how much more there is to Pilates and what I had been missing.  Elizabeth has several pieces of equipment in her wonderful studio other than just the reformer.
    She loves to mix up the apparatus exercises and make every class fun and challenging.  She always asks if there is anything I want to work on or any areas that need special attention.  I always leave her sessions feeling like I just had the greatest workout, and then the next one is even better!!   I have never “dreaded” going to Pilates class and I plan the rest of my week around my classes.  Not only is Elizabeth the most wonderful instructor/trainer, she is also one of the most amazing people I have ever met!!  If I could, I would be at her studio every day of the week!
   - Lori Bork, Kernersville, NC

I always wanted to try Pilates, and I have to admit that I was kind of skeptical, being that I'm a big guy, 42 years old, weighing almost 300 lbs. But I have to admit that after only about ten Pilates sessions with Elizabeth, I have not only become more flexible, but I'm doing things with my body I thought I couldn't physically do anymore.
   I'm a retired Professional Football player and have been playing since I was 9 years old. I've had hundreds of different workout regimens throughout my career, but they all focused on heavy weights and a lot of reps. Doing Pilates I noticed that I don't need all of that anymore and I can get the same, if not better, results. I am a recent cancer survivor and wanted to do something that is good for my mind, body and soul and this is it. Elizabeth is very knowledgeable about the body itself and don't take no slack!
   So for all you men out there, thinking Pilates is just for women, you"re wrong. I look forward to to doing it every week and strongly encourage others to try it.
   - Rakim Harrison, Concord NC

    Pilates with Elizabeth has become one of the few workouts I look forward to! I recently had my first baby in December 2013 and I couldn't recommend a better exercise program to jump into. Elizabeth was able to gage where I was physically and personalize my workout each session. The sessions never fail to amaze me with the endless amount of options we have using the reformer and all of the other equipment available. No workout is the same, which I think is so important because you're always on your toes and never get bored!

    I think my favorite part thus far has been getting to know Elizabeth. She is such an easy going and professional teacher. However don't let that fool you! She kicks my butt every session until I'm practically shaking! Pilates has been a wonderful experience for me and I don't think I could say the same about another teacher or studio.
    - Catey McNamara, Kernersville, NC

    I had been looking for something to invigorate my workouts and was looking for a trainer, when I came across the web site for Elizabeth's studio. This was several months ago and I am so glad I started training with her. I have lost inches off my thighs and waist and have better definition in my abs and arms. I've lost pounds and increased strength. As a frequent corporate traveler, my back no longer hurts from uncomfortable airline seats. The workouts are difficult, engaging and interesting. Going to Pilates is the bright spot of my week. I wish I started working with Elizabeth years ago. The results have been amazing and she is great trainer/educator.
    - Mylinda Jacobsen, Winston-Salem, NC

    I was exposed to Pilates by a friend and immediately knew that it was something that I’d enjoy doing as a regular workout. I went to a couple of classes at a large gym but ultimately decided that one-on-one sessions would work best for me since I was a novice and felt like I needed the extra attention. I found Elizabeth through her website, and after my first appointment immediately signed for a package! She is incredibly patient and instructive and pushes to ensure I have a great workout, but is also very sensitive to my personal physical limitations. After the first few sessions, I could tell that my stamina had improved and now that I’ve been going several months I definitely notice the results in my posture, the fit of my clothes, and even my stress levels! I talked my husband into going as well, and he too notices a difference. Unlike my gym experience where I dreaded going, I look forward to my workouts with Elizabeth!
    - Crystal Thompkins, Winston-Salem, NC

Looking for an experience that will change your life? I needed to lose weight but didn't know where to start. I needed guidance. So one night while surfing the web I came across Pilates. Words like improving posture, stress relief and strengthening your core intrigued me and lead me to more research. That's when I found Elizabeth.
   How in the world did this amazing instructor and mentor live so close to me without me knowing about her? No matter what stage in life you are in she can help you achieve what you want. Pilates Rules! You will be able to do things you never thought possible and feel like a new person. And you will be! Her skill and personality will have you reaching for the stars. As for me, after a couple of months, I am 10 pounds lighter, possibly a half-inch taller, stronger and more motivated than I have ever been in my life.
    -Wanda Parnell, Walkertown, NC

I have been working with Elizabeth for 3 months now, and I have loved every session with her. I have noticed a huge improvement in my posture, and an increase in my strength. Every session with her is new and exciting. I love the studio setting. It is very "homey" feeling and she makes sure the temperature is always adjusted to whatever suits her client best. I have done duet and single sessions with Elizabeth. They are very different but they are both great. I was doing the duet sessions with my mother so it was a fun working alongside her. Recently I have been doing single sessions. Which I really love because each person's body is different so Elizabeth is really able to work with each individual and their specific needs. The best two days of my week are the two days I have Pilates.
    -Kendra Staub Carelli, Kernersville, NC

Pilates taught by Elizabeth is always enjoyable. She does an amazing job of determining clients' needs both physically, and emotionally and using that information to plan invigorating sessions. Elizabeth demonstrates encouragement, patience, high expectations and plenty of positive feedback for all clients no matter what their level of expertise may be. After years in the gym doing strength training and 3 years of small group Pilates lessons I switched to Elizabeth's studio in order to receive more intensive personal training. I also take a duet session where we motivate one another to excel.
     In my private sessions Elizabeth combines several types of equipment and weights to challenge me. My muscles are toned and elongated. Being a former runner I have some back pain and hip issues which because of Pilates are no longer as painful. Elizabeth's studio is at the end of a beautiful country lane. The setting is very relaxing, the equipment is new, soothing background music and scenery all add up to a great Pilates experience.
-Beth Lentz, Oak Ridge, NC

      I started doing Pilates right after I had my daughter June, 2011. I have always been active and have consistently done several forms of yoga for 3 years leading up to my pregnancy but felt that I really needed something else to help improve my health and get my body back into shape post-baby. I started out taking classes that had 4-6 students at a time, but had to travel 30 minutes every class until I found Elizabeth online. I began my personal training with her the following January and found a huge difference in the time that was taken with me and my personal needs. I realized that I had not been doing a lot of exercises properly and that with personal one on one training the small details make all the difference. In the past 7 months my body shape, appearance, and overall health has drastically improved, and I could safely say that I actually look and feel better than I did before I became pregnant with my daughter.
     Elizabeth has worked with me in the areas that I felt needed to be strengthened and in the process has improved, toned, and shaped every part of my body head to toe. She pays close attention to detail and proper form in every single exercise and is the most skilled instructor I have worked with. Elizabeth is an expert in Pilates training, given me endless advice on diet, and has also become a great friend. I would highly recommend her if you are looking to improve your overall health and fitness, and I can honestly say I feel better than I ever have thanks to her.

    -Andrea Tuttle-Belews Creek, NC

I have done Pilates for about 4 years and just recently started working out with Elizabeth. I love having Elizabeth as a trainer! She is very attentive and will adjust the workout to your needs and abilities and will increase the difficulty levels as your body gets used to the exercises. So you will always get a workout. I recently had a baby so, needless to say, I needed to start slow. Not only did I need to re-strengthen my body, but I needed lots of stretching exercises. Elizabeth is very knowledgeable about both and I am well on the way to having my pre-pregnancy body back.

Additionally, she is very flexible with the timing. I do duets with another girl and we are both working moms so our schedules have to remain flexible. If I was at the regular gym or studio, I'd be missing a lot of sessions. But Elizabeth has always worked with us to accommodate our ever-changing schedules and that is priceless!!

I have been a professional Pilates instructor for over 25 years and have taught all over the U.S. and abroad. I would highly recommend the “Pilates Method” to anyone interested in longevity, health and fitness. I would also say that the proper instructor is critical to the success of your goals. Elizabeth is a very dedicated, qualified instructor. She is an educator, committed to using her knowledge to help you achieve your fitness goals. I think she is an excellent teacher and I would recommend her services very highly!