Pilates Essence - Los Angeles, California

Randy B.

Mia is a wonderful, intuitive instructor. I am a very active man who participates in a lot of strenuous sports in my mid-50s. I run and move quickly. I credit Pilates for keeping me fit to play and move well. When I walk in to a session with Mia, I feel like she intuitively gets what's going on and starts a session addressing the things I need most for that time. She is thoughtful, engaged and very positive.

Jill O.

Mia’s teaching fortifies my mind, body & soul! She’s helped me awaken my spirituality and mindfulness, giving me tools to de-stress throughout my day. Her positivity is infectious as she helps me discover a whole being healthy attitude. Her immense knowledge of Pilates has strengthened my body over the last 10 years. She loves learning and brings new disciplines to our sessions, which keeps it fresh and makes me look forward to our training time. Mia always asks how I’m doing prior to starting enabling us to focus on specific areas as needed. My productivity at work and home has increased and I’m a happier, thriving person. Any new student has so much to look forward to under Mia’s gentle, expert guidance.

Nick M.

Mia is a wonderful Pilates instructor. It was my first time trying Pilates and she made me feel comfortable and amazing. I know it seems like it might be intimidating with all those machines, but she made it totally accessible and fun. What a great workout! Highly recommended!

Deborah M.

Mia is amazing! I was lucky enough to take my first pilates lesson privately with Mia while in town this summer. Everything exceeded my expectations! From her knowledge of the equipment and one's body and where you are struggling Mia's attention to detail is unparalleled.  Having never been on a reformer or any pilates equipment before I was afraid of feeling awkward, doing something wrong and Mia made me feel comfortable right away. I have chronic back issues and Mia was able to provide modifications where needed to ensure my practice was helpful not hurtful. I only wish I lived closer! But I will definitely be back online or in person. Definitely check her out!

Liz L.

Mia is absolutely fantastic and goes above and beyond with her clients. She has been teaching Pilates for over 20+ years and pushes you to your potential. I have been going to her for a few years now and wouldn’t recommend anyone else. I have tried group classes and nothing compares to the fundamentals you learn from Mia. Cannot stress enough how amazing she is!

Carlos I.

Came to do breathworks and Pilates to try something new and get out of my comfort zone. Mia was nothing but welcoming, patient and experienced.

The breathworks I took part in was a total surprise. It was truly a breathing exercise session with a big emphasis on the exercise portion. I found myself very calm and relaxed afterwards.

The pilates was also my first time and it was both challenging and enjoyable. I was pleasantly surprised by how activated some of my muscle were afterwards and especially how I was guided to train specific muscles I had never trained with conventional means!

Mia is an awesome instructor and she makes you feel right at home. I can clearly tell she knows her stuff and the immediate results do not lie. I would highly recommend her for either breathworks or pilates sessions. 💯

Qinxin R. H.

Mia is very professional and knowledgeable in her area. She worked with me together on my postpartum body activating the deep core muscles. I enjoy the class a lot and will keep coming back.

Sarineh Y.

Mia is an exceptional
pilates instructor and overall human being. She has an intuitive gift and a contagious passion that makes her a wonderful trainer/ instructor. She is amazing and i highly recommend her