Clinical eyes on the room.
A chiropractor with 21 years in practice and an occupational therapist teach here, alongside instructors who came to Pilates through their own recovery. Classes of five or ten, and private sessions built around you, in English or Mandarin.
Why the reformer suits recovery
A reformer uses springs to support and assist as much as to resist, which makes it one of the most adaptable ways to build strength.
Low impact, controlled
Controlled movement with close attention to posture and alignment, on a carriage that supports you.
Everything can be modified
Every exercise has an easier version. Private sessions are planned around you from the first minute.
Small enough to be seen
Classes of five or ten, so your instructor sees everything you do. Studio A, with five reformers, is the quieter, more focused room.
Prenatal and postnatal
Sessions with an occupational therapist on the team, and an instructor with continuing education in pre- and postnatal Pilates.
Who teaches it
Sarah Bracamontes
Chiropractor in private practice in downtown Los Gatos for 21 years, with a deep understanding of biomechanics and injury prevention. STOTT-trained, certified on all apparatus. Her classes focus on alignment, posture and movement patterns that carry into everyday life.
Nina N.
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from USC and a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Taiwan. Prenatal and postural care, with a clinical eye on movement and recovery.
Susie Zheng
Came to Pilates in 2015 after an accident left her in need of rehabilitation. Comprehensive certification on all apparatus from West Valley College (STOTT method), Balanced Body Reformer training, and science-based programming.
Jasmine Pun
A spinal specialist recommended Pilates for her lower-back inflammation in 2019. It relieved the pain and changed how she moved; she now teaches with a focus on pain relief, mobility and body awareness.
Jonna Babeh
Found Pilates after a shoulder injury in high school left her unable to do many traditional exercises. Focuses on correcting imbalances, improving alignment and building a sustainable practice.
Kathy Zhu
Dance-trained, with STOTT training across matwork, reformer, chair and barrels and continuing education in Functional Anatomy and Pre- and Postnatal Pilates.
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How to start
Check with your doctor
If you are under treatment, pregnant, or recovering from surgery or an injury, get clearance first and bring any guidance you have been given.
Pick the gentlest entry
A private session ($120, or $79 at the trainee rate) is planned entirely around you, and your first is $20 off when you call or text (831) 508-0018. If you prefer a class, Level 1 Foundation in Studio A has five reformers and costs $50; code ALOE10 takes $10 off your first class.
Tell your instructor
Before you start, say what hurts, what you are recovering from, or how far along you are. Every exercise can be modified, and the instructor will choose the version for you. Sessions are available in English or Mandarin.