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2011-04-10T10:30:00.000-07:00

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2011-01-17T08:47:00.000-08:00

TESTIMONIALS

2010-08-16T17:35:00.001-07:00

Dear Sebastian,

I am writing you this email to sing the praises of your pilates teacher Angie. I recently had surgery on my foot and as a result I am unable to bend my toe due to swelling. I was hesitant to return to pilates since there were many exercises I couldn't do because of my toe, such as catfish and any type of lunge. I didn't want to be a distraction to the other members or the instuctor while I was standing around waiting for the next excerise.

Once my doctor gave me clearance to go back to exercise, I talked to Angie about my surgery and said I'll just wait until the next exercise when we came across something I couldn't do. Angie was beyond considerate, she gave me other exercises to do that would work the same parts of my body that didn't involve me bending my toe. She never made me feel like I was getting special attention and she even helped me feel comfortable about the fact that my toe couldn't bend. I no longer felt uncomfortable around the other people in the class because I couldn't bend my toe.

Besides my surgery, I feel like Angie is probably one of the better instructors I have had. I feel like she works my entire body and I have seen a drastic change as a result. She pays attention to each student and helps everyone when it comes to positioning and how the exercise needs to be done correctly. She has even held me up a few times just so I knew the correct way to do the exercise. I took my mom to one of her classes and she absolutely loved Angie and wished she had a morning class she could take!

Thank You,

J. S.

QUESTION ABOUT SIGNING UP

2010-07-28T08:34:00.000-07:00

Hi,

I just ran across your website. I'm really out of shape and have decided that I need to do something now. I have not worked out to any extent in about 5 years and I'm about 40 lbs over weight. Prior to this, I was very fit, went to the gym 5 days a week, and danced 3 days. I have no doubt that I can do the work out, though it may be difficult in the beginning. I'm just wondering if I'm going to feel terribly out of place at your gym. Is everyone ripped, or are there people there who are trying to get in shape like me?
ANSWER: Not at all. All our instructors and members are very helpful and supportive. This is not Berry's Boot Camp. The classes are intense but it's all taught in good fun!

GET BIKINI BEACH BODY ON THE MEGAFORMER!

2010-07-16T21:20:00.000-07:00

It's not too late to get Bikini Beach Body ready:)
Enjoy the rest of your Summer.
S

LOOSING WEIGHT

2010-06-16T09:00:00.000-07:00

"Hi Sebastian,

I have been doing your workout faithfully for six months now 3 – 4 times per week. I have seen great results in terms of toning but I really want to lose that last 10 pounds. In addition to cleaning up my diet, is there another other workouts that you recommend that I do to help me lose the weight? What is optimal for pilates? Is 3 – 4 days per week enough?

For the first time in my life, I can honestly say that I am hooked on your workout and I truly enjoy it. I would really appreciate your input. This 10 pounds has been following me around for a long time!

Thanks so much."
ANSWER:
Thank you for your comments.I think that 2 to 3 times a week is optimum. You need time to rest and recover in between the sessions. Believe it or not, it's during that time that you will be building muscle and lose fat!If you already have a clean diet but have a hard time to shed those 10 lbs, you can drink more water (water metabolize stored fat)and you can try to add a little more cardio like a hike or brisk walk and see how your body responds.It's tricky, because your body constantly adjust to the workout regimen, so what worked to lose the 1st 10 lbs may not work to lose the next 10 lbs.Thanks,S

SHARED MEMBERSHIP

2010-06-01T15:56:00.000-07:00

"I just moved to LA, and I'm really excited about finding a Pilates studio. (I loved my Pilates classes in the San Francisco Bay Area, where I was living for the last few years). I've heard great things about Pilates Plus, and I'm interested in buying a package of classes. If I like the first class, I'd like to get the unlimited package.My living situation right now is kind of complicated because I am living in Los Feliz a few days a week and living in West Hollywood a few days a week. I'm really hoping to find a membership that will allow me to work out in both locations. I know that there is a Pilates Plus in Silverlake, and I was wondering if it would be possible for me to buy some sort of package that would let me attend classes in both locations. If there is any way this is possible, please let me know, and I would really appreciate it.Thanks so much, and I look forward to hearing from you"
ANSWER:
Each studio is owned and operated independently. Therefore, you membership is only valid at the studio where you buy it at. If you really want to attend both studios, I would recommend our $59 monthly pass which allows you to come once per week and allows you to purchase additional session for that week at $15 each. It's the most economical solution. I'm trying to get other studio owners on board with that program so that more members can go to several locations without paying the full price at each. I would love to hear your thoughts on that? Thanks, S.

RECOMMENDED PARKING

2010-06-01T15:49:00.000-07:00

We do have parking underneath the building. The entrance is located on Lacienega. We do validate the parking. There is also free 2 hours parking on West Knoll dr from 7am to 7PM.
Please do not park in the alley, these spaces are reserved for other tenants in our building. Thanks, S.

INSTRUCTOR NO-SHOW

2010-05-30T11:30:00.000-07:00

"Hello - I was scheduled for the 6:30 class with ***** and *** was a no show. Since I have the 2x/week package, I want to sign up for another class, either today or first thing tomorrow morning, but via online I will be charged $15 for an extra class, what can I do? - show up to a class and explain or is there something I can do online. Please help.Thanks!
ANSWER:
First of all, I sincerely apologize to all of you for showing up to class when the instructor didn't! I know how frustrating it is, especially for the early am classes!! I do my best to honor the schedule posted on-line. If an instructor doesn't show up to a session, that session will be returned to your account so that you may book another one without paying the $15 fee. It's always a good idea to email the studio right away because I am not aware of it either. I always do my best to credit the session asap so that you can book another session the same day. Thanks, S.

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE MONTHLY PASS

2010-05-25T20:40:00.000-07:00

"Dear Pilates Plus West Hollywood,Would you be kind enough to answer a few questions about your membership please?Is the scheduling/availability that's visible online without logging into the site the actual availability for classes right now?At the $149 rate, 3 Classes max/week - if three classes are not taken in one single week, can the remaining classe(s) 'roll over' to later weeks within that month?Is advance registration necessary to join a class or are walk-ins welcome as long as space is available?Do you offer a first month special for $149 for the unlimited max 1 class/day package like the other locations?Thank you,G****"
ANSWER: The schedule that you see from the website shows you the actual availability but won't allow you to confirm sessions until you have signed in into your account and prepay your sessions. If you purchase the $149/3 times per week and do not come one week, the sessions do not roll over. You just lose them. Sorry. Walk-ins are welcome but we do not guarrantee availability. Priority is given to our active clients. The monthly passes are only offered at our locations. Thanks, S

CAN I UPDATE MY MONTHLY PASS

2010-05-05T08:47:00.000-07:00

"I have never visited your studio or have any experience in pilates so I am hesitant to sign up for a monthly pass. But if I do sign up for a monthly pass and after my first class finding that I really like it, is it possible to upgrade the monthly pass for one where I can go more times a month. For example- if I sign up for the $59 pass for 1 class per week and want to upgrade to the $99 per month for 2 classes per week, paying only the additional $40, is that possible?"
ANSWER:
Yes, absolutely. You can upgrade your monthly pass to any of them. Just make sure to email as soon as possible so that you don't "lose" days. The Monthly Pass are, in my opinion, the best way to go. If there is a Monthly Pass that do works for you, you can always select the Auto-Rebill feature so that its renewed every month.
Thanks,
S

IS THE 1ST SESSION FREE?

2010-05-05T08:34:00.000-07:00

Many of you have asked me if the 1st session is free at my West Hollywood location. The answer is no (I have to pay the instructor), but here are 2 great options:
1) Buy the single session at $39. If you don't like it, we'll refund $20 on the cc you made the purchase with.
2) Buy the single session at $39. If you do like it, we'll credit that amount toward the purchase of your package.
And the best way to buy a single session is to create a login and password at (http://www.pilatespluswesthollywood.com/classregistration/member.asp?op=add)
Then login our website
Go to the BUY SESSIONS page from the top Menu bar
Click on the $39 single session
Click on the BUY SESSIONS button at the bottom
Then go to the SIGN-UP FOR CLASSES from the top Menu bar
Select your class and Click on the CONFIRM button
Email me after the session to let me know which option you want to do:)
Thanks,
S

PRICING POLICY QUESTION #1

2010-04-28T08:27:00.000-07:00

Here is an email I received on Monday 04/26/2010:

"Sebastian,
I wanted to send a warm congrats out in you’re continued success. I live on the west side and I'm dedicated to your studio in West Hollywood because I really like the trainers and it's convenient from my work.
I have two concerns, I would like to share and I hope you take into consideration. When I first started at your studio I tried the $99.00 package and loved it! Second month, bumped it up $149.00 and still love it! My recent pass for my two month Pilates routine expires 5/2/2010 I want to continue on a third month, but why would I pay $199.99 when I could pay $125.00 for unlimited classes on the west side? The problem is I want to stay in WEHO not move studios for the bargain price.
It’s not fair to your dedicated customers that continue to sign up the huge price difference right now. There are several people that have also been voicing these concerns before and after class. I believe you should be aware of these types of concerns especially coming from loyal customers like myself. If you don't agree at all than I wish you all the best and will continue my fitness elsewhere."

ANSWER:

Thank you for your comment. Many studios offer discounted packages to attract new clients. Those prices are temporary and usually don't cover all the expenses a studio occurs on a daily basis. Some studios offer a $99 unlimited sessions per month. Now do the math if someone were to come 30 days: that would be about $3.3 a session. If all the members were to pay that same price and came that often, the studio would be making $33 per session; not enough to just cover the instructor's expenses! Let alone the Rent.

I'm all for lower prices; I started the $59 monthly pass a couple months ago and it has been a great success but if you want me to continue to provide the same level of service, I need to keep my prices as is currently.

Thanks,
S

HOW MANY TIMES SHOULD I DO THE CLASSES?

2010-04-23T14:57:00.000-07:00

The frequency depends on the intensity. The more intense the workout is, the less often you need to train. The sessions on the Megaformer are very intense (while minimizing the impact on the joints) and therefore should be limited to 3 times per week. I know that some of you love to do the workout every day, but I think it's a waste of time. If you feel the need to train more often, pick another activity such as yoga or hiking. The recuperation time between each session is almost as important as the session itself! It's going to take a few days for your body to repair and overcompensate into a stronger, tighter body. Remember that stronger muscles burn more calories at rest. Some time less is more.

WELCOME TO SEBASTIEN'S PILATES PLUS LOG!

2010-04-16T13:20:00.000-07:00

Hello, my name is Sebastien Lagree (no, it's not me on the picture, that's my wife Carrie). I own the studio located at 8500 Melrose and I'm also the creator of the SPX Fitness/Pilates Plus workout that is taking LA by storm. I also invented the Proformer and the Megaformer (pictured left). This Blog is dedicated to the workout and the studio.
If you have any questions, comments, recommendations about the workout, the machine, and the studio; please post them here. In addition, as part of my Blog, I will post past emails that some of you have sent me over the past 6 months regarding diet and nutrition.
If you have any questions about the instructor training and/or opening a studio, please contact me directly as seb@spxfitness.com.
Welcome to my blog:)
Thanks,
S

THE MEGAFORMER IS HERE!

2010-04-16T12:59:00.000-07:00

Sebastien is proud to announce that the next generation of Proformer, called the Megaformer, are here at the studio in West Hollywood. The Megaformer is designed to offer more exercises and keep the workout smooth. Please, come check it out.

SEBASTIEN & CARRIE TO STAR IN AND PRODUCE SPX FITNESS VIDEO SERIES

2010-04-01T22:29:00.000-07:00

I am so pleased to announce that my wife, Carrie, and I will be producing and starring in a series of SPX FITNESS videos that will revolutionize home workouts. Stay tuned for more info!

Also stay tuned for photos of the new machine! The machine is a stunning feat of engineering and will catapult your workout to unknown limits.