Business Details
9 Years
experience
Transform Your Body with Expert Pilates in San Diego
Align Pilates SD is a community-focused Pilates studio dedicated to helping clients achieve measurable health and fitness goals through personalized instruction. With two locations in San Diego's Normal Heights and University Heights neighborhoods, we offer a range of classes designed to improve strength, flexibility, and mind-body awareness. Our team of experienced instructors includes industry leaders like Marshall Eklund, a Master's degree holder in athletic training and biomechanics with over two decades of Pilates expertise. Since opening our first studio six years ago, we've built a welcoming environment where clients of all levels develop improved posture, athletic capability, and lasting confidence.Our specialized approach adapts to individual needs, whether focused on injury prevention, rehabilitation, or stress relief. We emphasize controlled movement principles to transform bodies while maintaining a fun, safe atmosphere. Marshall's addition to our team brings international teaching experience and a legacy of training top San Diego instructors, ensuring our community receives world-class Pilates education.
Services
Form Class
Control Class
Energy Class
Stretch Class
Private Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 6 years of proven expertise in San Diego's Pilates community
- Our instructors include international educators with Master's-level training
- We provide personalized sessions adapting to individual health goals
- We maintain a welcoming environment for all fitness levels
- We emphasize measurable improvements in posture and athletic performance
Associations and certifications
- STOTT PILATES
What people say
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Services
Form Class
Form Class introduces Pilates fundamentals for beginners while refining technique for experienced practitioners. Our instructors focus on body awareness and proper movement patterns through controlled exercises. This class builds foundational strength and flexibility while maintaining an accessible pace for all participants.
Control Class
Control Class challenges participants with advanced movements while maintaining technical precision. This moderate-to-fast-paced session integrates complex sequences that enhance coordination and muscular endurance. Instructors emphasize proper form while progressively increasing difficulty to develop Pilates proficiency.
Energy Class
Energy Class provides high-intensity Pilates workouts combining athletic movements with traditional techniques. Designed for experienced practitioners, this fast-paced session elevates heart rate while improving strength and agility. Instructors guide dynamic transitions that challenge even seasoned Pilates enthusiasts.
Stretch Class
Stretch Class focuses on flexibility improvement and muscular recovery through slow, deliberate movements. This restorative session emphasizes muscle relaxation and joint mobility, helping participants realign their bodies. Instructors guide mindful transitions that promote physical and mental rejuvenation.
Private Sessions
Private Sessions offer one-on-one instruction tailored to individual goals and needs. With expert guidance from certified instructors like Marshall Eklund, these sessions provide personalized attention for optimal progress. Whether addressing specific injuries or pursuing advanced techniques, private training ensures customized Pilates education.
People
Marshall Eklund
Master Instructor
Marshall Eklund holds a Master's degree in athletic training and biomechanics from San Diego State University. With over 20 years of Pilates expertise, he founded San Diego's premier STOTT PILATES Teacher Trainer Facility. His innovative approach combines injury rehabilitation with athletic performance enhancement through personalized instruction.
Sheena
Instructor
Sheena trained under Marshall Eklund at his STOTT PILATES Teacher Trainer Facility for multiple years. As a certified instructor, she brings extensive experience in adapting Pilates techniques for diverse client needs while maintaining technical precision in every session.
Nicky
Instructor
Nicky completed her instructor training at Marshall Eklund's 17-year STOTT PILATES Teacher Training program. She specializes in creating accessible Pilates experiences that balance challenge with proper form correction for participants at all skill levels.
Questions
What Pilates class levels do you offer?
We provide four class levels: Form (beginner), Control (intermediate), Energy (advanced), and Stretch (recovery) to accommodate all experience levels.
Do you offer private Pilates instruction?
Yes, we offer private sessions with our experienced instructors, including internationally recognized educator Marshall Eklund, for personalized training experiences.
Where are your studio locations?
We operate two San Diego locations: Adams Ave (Normal Heights) and Park Blvd (University Heights) studios with flexible scheduling options.
What makes your instructors unique?
Our team includes Master's-level instructors with decades of combined experience, including STOTT PILATES-certified trainers who've educated many top local instructors.
