Pilates

I am relatively new to Pilates and since the classes (on the machines) are so expensive, I want to be sure to go to a good studio/teacher. Would anyone recommend/not recommend Body Tonic? Any recommended studios in the city - midtown east or downtown? Thanks for any suggestions.

Bodytonic is awesome. great teachers. I highly recommend them. I do privates on occasion, but yes, they are expensive.

I esp. like Caitlin, Emily, O-Sel and, of couse, Mama Pilates herself, jennifer de luca.

I second the vote for Body Tonic.

The teachers are great. Jennifer, Emily, Caitlin, Monica and O- Sel are all highly recommended.

fitness collective has a couple of good pilates teachers: Jessica and stephanie

any opinions on Pilates Garage?

Has anyone tried the Ellie Herman Studio on Union St. off 7th Ave?

What does everyone suggest for someone who's never done pilates before?

A private session, or a beginner class?

Oh, and are there good pilates instructors at the Y? I'm thinking of signing up there again.