Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Boutique Fitness & Wellness Studio in CT
Priv-Swiss Fitness is an award-winning boutique fitness studio dedicated to mind-body integration through personalized instruction and luxury amenities. Founded in 2003, we specialize in Pilates, barre, yoga, and signature classes like BarefootBands, combining resistance training, cardio, and mindful movement. Our certified instructors offer tailored fitness programs to meet individual health goals, supported by advanced wellness coaching and a non-intimidating environment.We prioritize holistic wellness, offering infrared saunas, spa services, and a community-focused approach to foster balance of mind, body, and spirit. With two Connecticut locations, we provide flexible memberships, private training, and Pilates teacher certification programs exceeding industry standards.
Services
Pilates Equipment Classes
Barre
Yoga
TRX Bootcamp
Cardio Kickboxing
BarefootBands
Private Training
Pilates Certification
Infrared Sauna
Spa Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized fitness schedules tailored to individual health goals
- Our certified instructors provide advanced health and wellness coaching
- Specialized signature classes combine Pilates, yoga, and resistance training
- Luxury amenities include infrared saunas and complimentary wellness services
- We maintain a non-competitive community focused on holistic wellness
What people say
Great instructors
Luxurious amenities
Hands-on correction
Noticeable results
Mind-body tune-up
Services
Pilates Equipment Classes
Utilizing reformers, towers, and chairs, our Pilates equipment classes provide resistance training to build strength and correct imbalances. Sessions combine classical Pilates principles with modern techniques, offering modifications for all fitness levels. The equipment supports controlled movements that enhance flexibility, posture, and core stability while accommodating individual needs through adjustable resistance.
Barre
This ballet-inspired workout uses the barre for balance while performing isometric strength training and small-range movements. Combining elements from fitness, ballet, and Pilates, it improves posture, muscle definition, and flexibility. The class targets major muscle groups with high-repetition exercises that burn fat and increase endurance in a low-impact environment.
BarefootBands
Our signature BarefootBands class integrates resistance bands, floor work, and cardio for a full-body workout. Combining Pilates, yoga, and barefoot training, it strengthens cores, sculpts glutes, and improves flexibility. The class uses varying resistance levels to accommodate all fitness abilities while promoting functional movement patterns through dynamic sequences.
TRX Intervals
TRX Intervals alternate strength and cardio exercises using suspension straps for resistance. This 60-minute class builds functional strength, balance, and cardiovascular endurance through bodyweight exercises that can be modified for all skill levels. The portable equipment allows scalable workouts that challenge both novice exercisers and experienced athletes.
Private Training
Customized one-on-one sessions with certified instructors create personalized fitness and wellness plans. Tailored to individual goals, these sessions combine Pilates, strength training, and mindfulness techniques. The private setting allows focused attention on form correction, injury prevention, and progressive goal achievement through adaptable programming for all fitness levels.
People
Paula Lester
Operations Director, Master Instructor
With over 10 years of Pilates experience and 800+ hours of Peak Pilates training, Paula specializes in classical Pilates instruction and private sessions. She focuses on anatomy-based movement corrections and individualized program design.
Kristine Ciardiello
Master Instructor
A level 3 certified Peak Pilates teacher with 17 years of shoreline fitness instruction experience, Kristine specializes in adapting Pilates for special populations and enhancing athletic performance through core stability training.
Jenn Konin
Master Instructor
Teaching since 2011, Jenn combines classical Pilates principles with modern rehabilitation techniques. She specializes in working with injured clients and athletes while co-leading our Pilates certification program for aspiring instructors.
Melissa Bonner
Certified Personal Trainer
NASM-certified in personal training and nutrition, Melissa specializes in Barre and HIIT classes. She focuses on TRX suspension training to develop functional strength, balance, and core stability for all fitness levels.
Traci Costanzo
Yoga Instructor
An E-RYT500 registered yoga teacher, Traci blends physical challenges with mindfulness practices. Her classes emphasize breathwork, flexibility, and stress reduction through meditative movement sequences.
Questions
What types of fitness classes do you offer?
We offer Pilates (equipment and mat), barre, yoga, TRX, cardio kickboxing, and signature classes like BarefootBands combining multiple training modalities.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
All classes include modifications for different fitness levels, with instructors providing personalized adjustments to ensure proper form and technique.
What amenities are available?
Our studios feature infrared saunas, luxury showers, infused water, chilled towels, and full spa services through Priv-Swiss Wellness.
Do you offer private training sessions?
Yes, we provide customized private Pilates and fitness training sessions with our certified instructors to meet individual health goals.
What membership options exist?
We offer monthly memberships with unlimited classes, Pilates equipment access, and premium benefits like sauna use and workshop discounts.
Are there instructor certification programs?
Our Pilates teacher training program exceeds PMA standards with 465 hours of comprehensive mat and apparatus instruction over 6-9 months.
