Breathe Diversity Pilates + Fitness

Recently purchased 3 one on one classes for $199. Really enjoyed my first two classes and was looking forward to purchasing a monthly membership. My third class was rescheduled by the teacher and unfortunately I made a mistake adding it to my calendar. Because of this my last class was forfeited and I lost $66. I read the disclosures and waivers I signed. I couldn't find this anywhere in the fine print, but maybe I missed it. I think it would be less harsh to pay a fee of $15, maybe $30, and keep my last class. Or better yet, be able to find where the forfeited class and loss of $66 is in the "rules"

I enjoyed my first two classes, studio was clean and the owner was very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I wanted to find a new way to get movement in my life, but I can't afford a $66 mistake on a class that was rescheduled by the teacher.

I was looking for a really good Pilates trainer because both my manual therapist and my personal trainer suggested I go see one after I had a very painful episode of low back pain. I'm not new to Pilates or the world of core development, fitness and how the body can get into bad compensation patterns especially as we get older (I'm now 50 and I want to stay active) so I think I have a good idea of what I'm looking for in a trainer.

So when I did some research and found Breathe Diversity I picked Sherrese Mikell. I've seen her now 3 or 4 times and have enjoyed the sessions. I've continued to be impressed with her knowledge of the body and movement, her ability to change things up when a movement she has me do doesn't feel quite right and her ability to keep the sessions light and enjoyable. I definitely would recommend her to anyone who wants to stay active while aging gracefully.

This studio has is it all-- pilates, cardio classes and yoga. There are so many of these offerings in Santa Rosa and I know that because I've been to all of them! When I found Breathe Diversity for the group reformer classes I knew this was the place. Sherrese is the most knowledgable, funny and patient pilates instructor I've ever met. Sherrese and Sonya's fun yet professional approach to running the studio has attracted the most amazing people and the group classes are something I truly look forward to each week. The instruction is detail oriented but easy to digest; they somehow know the exact amount of pushing to do to challenge us while keeping it manageable. I love the way I feel when I am done with a pilates reformer class, I'm totally hooked. And then there is Annie with her FitCore class. When I first heard about this class I thought to myself 'the words cardio, 8am and Sunday should never go together'. Well to my surprise they do and I am absolutely in love with Annie's FitCore regime. Annie is very welcoming and always provides options for the exercises so people of different fitness can all participate. The format of the class is different every week which helps keep the workouts fun and my muscle groups guessing! I am pushing myself in new ways every time I attend and can definitely see major changes in my body as well.
In case it isn't obvious, I can't get enough of Breathe Diversity Pilates & Fitness studio or recommend it enough. Come see for yourself!

Breathe Diversity is my favorite place to go for Pilates and fitness classes. They have lots of options and times. Sherrese Macondray has been my longtime favorite pilates instructor for many years and I would follow her anywhere. She is super knowledgeable about how to modify to address areas of weakness or injury that I personally really appreciate. The studio is comfortable and open to people of all sizes and fitness levels. Definitely a judgement free space!

I had a great and fun workout, and was really sore later in all the right ways. Great coverage of lots of muscle groups too, which is hard to do. Highly recommend!

Great studio run by lovely ladies. Sheerese kept me moving safely when I was hugely pregnant with twins. She adapted everything to my needs and limitations. Highly recommend!

Unbeatable. The women running Breathe Diversity are amazing. They know how to give an excellent a** kicking workout for every level, every body type, and every mindset. They are genuinely kind and intelligent and know the human body. Every time I leave I feel better! I never thought I would be into pilates and they have certainly changed my mind. At this point my whole family goes... from my 83 year old father to my brother who is one of the most fit humans on the planet.

Level of difficulty was perfect, proper body positioning and close monitoring was excellent, adjustments made if needed, ratio of time for all body parts worked was perfect. Just the right amount of good pain! Thanks sherresse!

I absolutely recommend Breathe Diversity! Sonya and Sherrese are so much fun, great energy, engaging, and I am always impressed how much variety there is. Every class is great. I have done every style of class and appreciate all of them. If you looking for a awesome teachers, and a great workout! Come join Breathe Diversity's classes!!!! You will be happy you did. You will probably run into me! Love every time I get to be in class!

I have been attending classes at Breathe Diversity for about two months now, and I can already see a difference in my body! I was familiar with mat Pilates, but a novice when it came to the reformer machine... To say this is my new favorite work out would be a serious understatement; I absolutely love the results gained from this method as well as the community that the owners have created in this space!

Sherrese and Sonya are warm and motivating, which is not something I find to be very common when it comes to fitness instructors. I feel safe with their knowledge and understanding of this method, if you're looking to build your core strength- look no further... So grateful!