2025-08-27T18:01:20.766Z

I went to Movement Med for somatic therapy and received a miracle. I was in search of something to help me deal with a recent episode of unlocked grief. Erica’s approach not only helped me with that; she also taught me breathwork, motion and vocalization tools that effectively dealt with my long-term chronic insomnia. I am now able to reset out of “fight vs flight” mode at will. After decades of insomnia problems, multiple sleep studies, constant prescribed sleep medications and diligent attempts at CBT-I, this is nothing short of a miracle for me. My quality of life has immensely improved. I am so grateful for Erica’s knowledge.

2025-08-13T13:17:18.405Z

Movement Med is exceptional! The staff; the studio; the personal commitment to each & every client! My sessions with Erica, Jess & Sarah have been terrific and have help me with balance m, strength & TMJ! Try them- you won't be sorry !

2025-07-07T14:27:21.745Z

I had a fantastic experience with Movement Med! The team was professional, attentive, and went above and beyond to meet my needs. Everything was handled efficiently and with care. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch service.

2025-07-04T02:40:42.149Z

I heard about Movement Med a few years ago but a very bad fall, broken bones, and then Covid delayed my start. How I wish I had discovered Pilates, this studio, and my excellent instructor Erica Mott much sooner. I started Pilates in September and was hooked from the start. The results are visible and the way I feel and move has dramatically improved. Erica is an extraordinary trainer. She is highly intuitive, knows the body and is attuned to my current limitations. I find her to be innovative in her approach to what I can’t do now but might very well be able to do in the future. The icing on the cake is her caring manner, intelligence, and very positive energy. I love Pilates at Movement Med and think Erica is a gem.

2025-02-10T20:56:42.561Z

Movement Med is hands down the best Pilates studio I’ve been to! Their instructors are highly experienced, with backgrounds in both Pilates and physical therapy, which makes a huge difference in the quality of instruction. The semi-private group classes are perfect if you want to improve your Pilates practice without breaking the bank. You still get individualized attention while working in a small group setting.If you’re looking for more one-on-one time, the private sessions are fantastic—you can choose the focus of your session and really fine-tune your practice. But the semi-private option is a great way to get many of the same benefits at a more affordable price.Anna and Erica are incredible, but honestly, the entire team at Movement Med is impressive and very personable. You won’t regret trying a class or private session with them. Highly recommend!

2025-01-20T23:27:40.460Z

"I wholeheartedly recommend Erica Mott as a Pilates instructor. I have been her client at Movement Med for two years, and during this time, she has consistently impressed me with her professionalism, skill, and genuine care for her clients' well-being.My cardiologist initially recommended Erica, and it proved to be invaluable advice. When I began, I had significant limitations in my movement due to health issues. Erica worked patiently with me, creating a tailored program that addressed my specific needs and challenges. Thanks to her expertise and encouragement, I have experienced remarkable progress. I am stronger, more limber, and have significantly improved my balance. She has a unique talent for identifying areas of weakness and developing exercises that build strength and stability.Beyond her technical skills, Erica fosters a warm and supportive environment. She is always attentive, encouraging, and makes each session both productive and enjoyable. Erica has not only helped me physically but has empowered me to take better care of my body. I highly recommend her without any reservations."

2025-01-20T23:25:57.285Z

Erica Mott is an outstanding pilates instructor and human being! Her knowledge, compassion and absolute commitment to what is best for me as an individual is unparalleled in my long experience with personal trainers and other types of physical therapy. Erica listens, instructs and supports me in my pursuit of a stronger, more flexible and pain free body. My work with Erica has afforded me immediate benefits from chronic pain. Erica’s deep knowledge and intricate understanding of how the body works is only surpassed by her excellence in execution. With compassion and genuine interest in others as a foundation, it manifests in the absolute joy with which she works with all clients. I have observed the way she consistently makes every client feel seen, heard and valued! I am delighted to have found Movement Med and blessed to have Erica as my guide for better health and joy for the journey! Thank you Erica.

2024-11-26T00:47:21.203Z

I had a wonderful experience here! The Pilates class I took was challenging but completely on my level. The instructor, Dara, was so patient and kind and adapted the movements to my body which I really appreciated. The tiniest adjustments made the biggest difference. My back was bothering me so much before coming in for a session and I left feeling so much more open and pain free due to Dara’s props and personalized adjustments. I can’t wait to come back!

2024-08-12T23:40:23.689Z

I had the best massage at Movement and Dara’s attention to detail was impeccable. So impressed and grateful to have had such an amazing experience. Thank you!

2024-08-09T06:04:47.948Z

Shane helped me through sciatica, teaching me about the condition and preventing my getting injured during workouts while decreasing my pain and increasing my strength, balance and flexibility. His knowledge base and experience is vast, but you won’t ever know because he does not brag. He is also a profound thinker and kind human. Do not hesitate to invest in yourself with this team. You will benefit so much more than you even realize.

2024-08-08T17:41:40.016Z

Very knowledgeable instructors!

2024-06-28T18:41:55.877Z

2023-12-16T03:38:38.037Z

I started working with Anna at Movement Med in April 2022 when I was having daily migraines. I have a condition called POTS and I knew I needed a trained professional who not only understood what POTS was but also had an understanding on how I needed to exercise in order to keep my POTS symptoms at bay. Anna immediately made me feel comfortable and I could tell early on she was highly knowledgeable in her field and tuned into my needs. We became fast friends and I am so glad I found her and Movement Med. She is encouraging and pushes my limits, but also perceptive on when I need to pull back and slow it down. Anna gives amazing neck and shoulder massages that always give me immediate relief. Before each session, she will ask what areas I would like to focus on that day and it is a great way to check into my body. The atmosphere and all the people at Movement Med make me feel relaxed and comfortable. I also learned in May 2023 that I was expecting my first baby. I was super excited to share the news with Anna who has been working on getting professionally certified in training pregnant and postpartum women. Anna quickly had me working on strengthening my pelvic floor muscles and is very well versed in pre and post labor exercises to help prepare. This has been essential!

2023-08-30T09:22:27.537Z

I have been taking Pilates sessions with Ravi for the last three months. He has been an excellent addition to Movement Med. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and patient. It is so enjoyable to train with him because I can truly see that he enjoys teaching.Also, every time I train with him I leave feeling energized and stronger.

2023-07-29T19:13:15.774Z

Ania is an amazing Pilates instructor! Her passion and expertise shine through in every class. I've seen great progress in my strength and flexibility. Highly recommend!

2023-07-26T18:03:55.675Z

I have been taking Pilates from Anna for 5 years. She is an incredibly knowledgeable, well-trained, conscientious, and fun, Pilates instructor who has helped me considerably with strength, posture and balance. She is excellent at structuring exercises to accommodate any personal need and has been instrumental in supporting my recovery from surgery and sports-related injuries.Even though I have been very active all my life, Anna has introduced me to muscles I never knew. I highly recommend her!

2023-07-26T16:48:45.803Z

Working with Dara has been a big help to me in trying to stay strong and healthy. She is great at finding my weaknesses and working on them, and I can really feel the difference. After 70, it's easy to lose strength in small muscles that help with balance, grip, etc., and I feel Dara is keeping me in the game. She really gives a whole-body workout that is safe but challenging. I feel I'm getting the best whole-body workout I could get, without risking injury. I'm sure she's equally good with all ages and fitness levels: she really understands the human body and has endless exercise variations to fit wherever you are. She's a wizard.

2023-07-26T03:02:37.490Z

I have enjoyed personalized Pilates exercises from several great instructors here, especially Shane and Erica, who have helped me with rehab from injuries and who inspire me to work out really hard doing their strength and balance exercises.

2023-02-24T17:40:40.645Z

Anna has been helpful for my overall fitness for the past couple of years. I feel so much better in my lower back which is my weak spot, when I see Anna. Always looking forward to our sessions.

2022-02-11T20:33:22.671Z

THE BACK WHISPERER! I'm in my mid-30s, busy business owner / Team Nutritionist for the Chicago Bulls. Back pain has always been something I struggled with due to a lack of strength, a car accident about 7 years ago, and overall lack of movement (sitting so much!). For years, I'd do strength training with a personal trainer, but then my back would flare up after a couple weeks, and I would have to completely stop. I finally got sick of that cycle when even walking for 30 minutes would be uncomfortable. With the recommendation of my colleague at the Chicago Bulls, I went all in on pilates.I've worked with Shane 3x a week for the last 9 months. He has been able to personalize my movement journey so that I never took any steps backwards. I was only making progress on strength and managing structural/muscular issues. He was intentional and calculated in every exercise he put me through and in what order he would do it. I've never experienced that much attention to detail (and consequently, RESULTS) from a personal trainer.I've already referred him to my contacts in professional sports because of his solid education and background, friendly and professional personality, and ability to individualize his clients' unique movement journeys. Most importantly, he's helped me finally be able to move well :) Thank you, Shane!

2022-01-14T04:04:22.234Z

My daughter has been seeing Erica for Pilates weekly since September to improve her core and overall strength for dance. Erica is extremely knowledgeable and friendly, both pushing and encouraging my daughter to reach her goals. My daughter is learning a lot and showing improvement. And although Erica works her hard, what I love most is hearing the conversation and laughter during their time together. My daughter looks forward to their sessions and I’m so thankful we found someone for her to learn from and look up to!

2021-11-04T11:46:08.342Z

Erica is great! Very knowledgeable. She has helped me get stronger, improve my posture and reduce pain. I highly recommend her

2021-11-03T22:45:32.898Z

I have been working with Erica for the past 5 months and I'm loving it. Erica is amazing, not just as a trainer who really knows Anatomy but as a person. I am getting stronger, my balance is better, and the best thing is that Erica has such an uplifting personality that she makes it fun. I'm loving Pilates at Movement Med!!!

2021-10-21T23:07:46.164Z

Anna is incredible. Best body miracle worker I know!

2021-06-14T21:32:53.632Z

I've been doing PIlates with Shane for just over a year and the improvements have been fantastic. I started with very weak and unstable hips after fracturing my sacrum. Shane had a wide variety of movements targeted to improving my strength and stability. I'm now better than I was before my injury and can do any type of physical activities with no issues. He also helped me recover from stiffness and discomfort in one of my shoulders, which is now healthy again. He's a true professional and can definitely help you with whatever health or fitness goals that you may have.

2021-06-12T11:08:38.389Z

This is a beautiful and large studio. Shane and his other instructors are very knowledgeable, well educated and very helpful. I am doing Pilates for many years and after back and knees problem, I am feeling well and energized.Every hour spent in the studio with Shane goes so quickly and with his quiet and 100% dedication and paying attention to every Pilates movement, I can say that this is the best instructor I ever had.

2021-06-11T23:38:25.855Z

I am so happy my physical therapists referred me to Shane Rhoads at MovementMed. As a trainer, he is so much more knowledgeable than other Pilates instructors with whom I’ve worked. Shane is extremely well versed in human anatomy and uses Pilates equipment to help me get progressively stronger with each session. In addition, he is a very caring person who doesn’t fail to follow up with me to see how I’m doing.

2021-06-11T19:21:58.069Z

Finding Shane a few years ago was like finding a miracle for me after living for years with chronic pain, muscle spasms, non-epileptic seizures and a number of other nervous system issues that made everyday life difficult. Shane, with his vast experience working with patients and athletes and with his deep knowledge of the human body and its mechanisms, was able to work with me to reduce my symptoms and maintain a healthy, functional lifestyle when countless medical doctors were unable to. The entire team at Movement Med is a pleasure to work with, incredibly knowledgeable and kind, and always willing to go the extra mile to address issues and concerns both in and out of the studio. I can't recommend Shane enough to anyone looking to improve their health, fitness and overall well-being.

2021-06-11T19:21:42.945Z

Although I have been a health club member and regular exerciser for 50+ years, it wasn't until I started Pilates with Annia that I found my core.

2021-06-11T18:38:16.345Z

I have a movement disorder after surgery and fibromyalgia. After physical therapy I couldn’t do a regular exercise class and Shane has been a lifesaver to be able to help me strengthen and decrease pain. Highly recommend MovementMed!!