Studio 615 Pilates

I just moved to Santa Monica from SF and took a private class with Brigitte and I was VERY SATISFIED. Brigitte is knowledgeable, patient, passionate about her work, and teaches a GREAT class. Loved the variety and the FULL BODY workout. Brigitte takes the time to make sure you are doing it right. Love the detail!!!

Brigitte Alcantara’s Studio 615 is the best thing I do for myself every week! Brigitte is incredibly intuitive as well as knowledgable, so she brings a rare combination to her class that pushes, but is also mindful of her clients abilities and goals.
I would highly recommend this gifted teacher and her studio to absolutely anyone, beginner or Pilates fanatic!

Brigitte is the best! Had an instant connection with her and knew she was just the right person to train me in Pilates. I had never done Pilates before and was afraid I was gonna injure myself… but she is such a nurturing leader there is no way… she constantly checks in with me about pain etc… she truly is a wonderful instructor and I am so happy to be able to call her my friend as well. Thank you beautiful Brigiite!!!

I wrote one review which seems to have not made it on Unilocal,so here it goes again…
Brigitte is, without question, the BEST PILATES INSTRUCTOR EVER!!! She has the amazing ability to offer «private» instruction in a class of 6 students… paying attention to individual needs, aches, pains, etc., while instructing in a concise, meaningful manner. She knows the human body in detail and shares that knowledge with her clients with precise instruction that centers on each individual person… In short…
SHE IS AMAZING!!! I love, love, love this studio!!’

Great place.
Brigitte is super friendly and knowledgeable and helpful.
Even this is traditional pilates with a little twist, the exercise isn’t very vigorous. I’m usually a fan of pilates SPX, and not interested in the traditional one. But here I feel I learned a lot! The owner is really kind, and treat seriously on everybody.
It is a great studio. I will highly recommend.

I have taken many Pilates classes over the years, in various cities, and I safely say that my first class with Brigitte was the best I ever had. Hands down.
She is the most amazing instructor ever. For one thing, her body and her posture, as well as her «carriage» are her best advertisement — you’ll want to look like her. She sees EVERYTHING you do wrong, and ANYTHING you can do better; her attention to detail is just exceptional.
But she goes way beyond that. She doesn’t just lead you through the movement and the steps — which would already be great. She makes your body FEEL the movement and most importantly she teaches you to make your body EXPRESSIVE as you learn how to do in a dance class.
Walking out of her class, I just felt different, my body was in a better «place» than it was before class. I can’t praise her enough. If you’re only ever going to take one single Pilates class in your life, this is the place to head to.
The studio is lovely, very intimate, with huge windows and a view of the palm trees and the sky. Beautiful, inspiring.
The equipment is in excellent condition, very new and well maintained. Everything is clean and inviting.

I’ve only been to 1 class so far, but so far so good! :) The 2 instructors, Libby and Bridgette, seem incredibly caring and sweet. When I called to book my first class, I was surprised at how accommodating and pleasant Bridgette was — you don’t find that often in LA! — especially after saying I’d bought a voucher.
It was no different than I arrived. These women go out of their way to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable, and it definitely wasn’t lost on me. It’s not as tough/​intense a class as the SPX Pilates you’ll find at Pilates Plus, but I still had a good burn/​soreness the next day so know it did something! :)
The only reason — so far — I won’t give 5 stars is merely because of the cost. I work for a nonprofit and there’s no way I could afford the regularly priced classes. Don’t get me wrong, they’re in line w/​other Pilates studios, but personally just too pricey for this gal. Without the voucher (3 classes for $ 45), there’s no way I could continue going to this studio on a regular basis.

Pilates at Studio 615 with Brigitte is usually one of the best parts of my week. Brigitte knows Pilates way better than any other instructor I’ve ever had and has an in-​depth knowledge of what Pilates is truly about. I’ve been coming to her for over 3 years because she puts form first… meaning that you always come away learning something new and knowing you did right by your body & mind. I get bored easily and every class is different so the hour flies by, plus I always feel the work the next day which makes me feel proud. It’s always difficult but classes seem to have a mix of different levels so I’ve always felt comfortable within the group. I’ve was recommended to her by friends and have recommended her to other friends and everyone agrees that it’s the best studio in town.
All of this «best in LA» Pilates instruction would be great by itself, but Brigitte is also a lovely person. Your life is better just knowing her and getting to spend a few hours in her loft each week. She brings peace, positivity and inspiration without preaching or being in your face… but by simply being the wonderful person she is!
Come join me — you will love it!

Brigitte is inspirational and motivational. I have been a student of hers for the last 4 years. I have watched my body completely change shape with the practice of Pilates with Brigitte: Suddenly I have a waist! Suddenly I have definition in my abs! It’s been amazing, and Brigitte has been the best teacher and guide one could hope for. Classes are always the exactly right level of challenging, and Brigitte manages to change things up and keep them fresh. She knows each of her students and their skill levels and specific body quirks. Classes are small and personalized and use a range of Pilates equipment and techniques (reformers, jumpboards, cadillac, etc) I have tried other Pilates studios and teachers. I don’t anymore. I can’t recommend Studio 615 and Brigitte highly enough.