Carol Appel Pilates Plus Studio

I was in Petaluma for a wedding – and I had driven up from los angeles– my body was screaming for some great pilates (I have a regular instructor in La and I go twice a week) I did a google search and Hallelujah, I found Carol Appel Pilates Plus– I jumped right in with Jennifer– usually it takes a long time to adjust to a new instructor– you need several sessions to get the lingo down, the nuances, but it was such an easy thing with Jennifer! And I spent the hour getting a kick-​butt workout, my limbs were stretched and pulsating, and i was able to drive back to La feeling relaxed and toned and happy! I will definitely be back when I am back in northern ca.

I have been a member of Carol Appel Pilates Plus Studio for more than two years. Having participated in many group classes, trios and one-​on-​one training with Carol and her team, I have nothing but praise and admiration for how well the sessions are structured, how attentive and precise the instruction, and how safe one feels in the hands of these warm and knowledgeable teachers. Members can work out on their own or take advantage of the many classes and session that are offered.
Carol sets the tone at the studio. Her deep knowledge, encouragement and humor are invaluable. She is an exceptional, excellent trainer. I highly recommend Carol and Pilates Plus Studio as the finest experience available for Pilates training and workout experience.

I originally joined CAPPS because I was experiencing low back pain and thought that Pilates would help, but I have gained so much more from it than just relieving my back pain (haven’t had any since I started doing Pilates). For the first time in my life I feel like I have found a place, and a fitness method that I love, and has changed my life.
The staff at CAPPS are wonderful, so good at what they do and so welcoming. The whole atmosphere is very welcoming, encouraging, and motivating. I don’t know if I’ve ever felt so comfortable in a «gym» like atmosphere before. I love that they not only provide Pilates equipment and work, but also cardio and weight training. Not to mention the challenges and events they do to keep people motivated and on track. The four trainers who work there know everyone’s name and always greet everyone with a smile, a word of motivation, and offer help whenever needed. It really feels like a family atmosphere, a very comfortable place to workout.
Back to what I have gained… Like I mentioned above I have had no back pain since starting PIlates. When I started I was feeling very out of shape and heavier than I would like to be after having two kids. Since joining I have starting loosing weight, my clothes are fitting much better, and I am noticeably stronger. And I know that I will continue to get in better shape and reach my goals as I continue to learn more and work hard.
I could go on and on about how much I am enjoying my experience at CAPPS and about why you should go there too, but instead of doing that I’m going to go some Pilates. You should too-​at Carol Appel Pilates Plus Studio of course.

If you are at all interested in Pilates, just even remotely curious about Pilates, this is the place to have every question answered.
Carol Appel is renowned in Pilates.
Not renowned in Petaluma, not renowned in the Bay Area… she is WORLD renowned.
Think about that!
I thought I was pretty tough the first time I met her. I was in my mid twenties, I had just ran a marathon, and I surfed Ocean Beach, San
Francisco on BIG days.
Pilates?
Whatever it is, I was certain I could handle it.
Carol was able to show me my muscular imbalances so swiftly and calmly that I couldn’t believe it. She showed me how the method would bring balance back to my body so I could enjoy my other activities further.
I cannot stress the «calm» enough. She explains these precise movements that have you moving from your center in no time. This is a «thinking man’s» system of movement.
To say that Carrol Appel has had a profound influence in my life is an understatement.
Pilates, in particular this studio, is totally worth every penny.

I love this place! I’ve been to other studios and this is the best one by far. They are a fully equipped pilates studio (reformers, spring boards, etc.) plus they have kaiser hydraulic exercise equipment. The instructors are extremely competent. Even better is the monthly gym-​like membership they offer so I can do pilates on my own schedule! Petaluma is so fortunate to have this place!