**Respective of each survivor’s privacy and individual healing process, the below testimonials are intermixed with those offered by non-survivors.**

 

"Emilie brings a great deal of knowledge, energy, and yes, humor into every session; and she takes time to make herself aware of each student's individual issues and needs. Emilie is simply a great Pilates teacher, and I always leave her classes feeling stronger, more energized, and more upbeat than when I arrived."

Forrest W.

"I started to do Pilates with Emilie Miller more than a year and a half ago. I was in the middle of the trauma of an ankle injury and starved to exercise, but too scared to make my injury worse. I connected with Emilie from the very beginning. She too had some trouble with her ankle in the past and knew right away all the many implications that sort of injury could create for the rest of the body picking up the slack. Emilie also realized that since this was a return injury for me that the rest of my body needed to be addressed to make sure it did not happen again. Within a month of regular Pilates with Emilie I was no longer a hobbler. I continue to have my ups and downs with my tricky left side, but we keep working on it. Emilie addresses my entire body and looks to see how I can strengthen my legs, hips, and core to help me with my stability so one day I will be injury free. ☺ Working with Emilie is similar to going to physical therapy for me, only to be honest a lot more effective. Pilates and the body are a passion for Emilie and she is so good at what she does because of the love she has for her work. I cannot say enough how grateful I am that I found someone who devotes our time together to making me a stronger and healthier person. Thank you Emilie! "

Teresa L.

"Emilie has been my Pilates instructor for almost three years and in that time she has really helped me understand my body and what my main issues are. She has worked with me to come up with an exercise plan to help strengthen the areas of my body that are the weakest and always pushes me to make myself better. I might not always like what I have to do, but I know that she is having me do everything for a specific reason and that she cares about my well-being. Emilie also makes a concerted effort to continually educate herself about the newest Pilates exercises/philosophies as well as other techniques to help supplement our sessions. Emilie cares about each of her clients and is always willing to go above and beyond for each one of them. I feel very lucky to have found a Pilates instructor who has also become a friend. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a consistent, reliable and effective Pilates instructor."

Marissa K.

"Prior to meeting Emilie I was a relatively active 20 something who's exercise regime relied on the location of a crazily high walk up apartment. Around my 27th birthday I decided it was time to take the body and mind thing a little more seriously so I found re-ab and vicariously found Emilie. I immediately loved both my teacher and classes. One of my favourite things about Pilates which Emilie taught me is that it all comes from your body and its amazing how quickly it starts to become a part of the way you move and somehow always challenges you within your own abilities. Emilie is like the best friend you always wanted, who motivates you into shape without harassing you and keeps you smiling throughout. A few years on I am still committed to Joseph Pilates method and to Emilie, and I credit them both for being the only two people I know who could lure me in and keep me committed to an exercise regime I now consider a fundamental part of my life."

Deborah L.

"I began working one-on-one with Emile about 18 months ago, after taking Pilates for about a year. During this time I have really accelerated in my Pilates practice, which I attribute to working with Emilie. While Emilie consistently challenges me during our sessions, she also focuses on proper form and alignment, which has been a huge help with the tightness I have in my back, neck, and hips. I find that I am also more aware of my body in day-to-day activities as a result of my sessions with Emilie. I absolutely love working out with Emilie. She is friendly, sweet, and knowledgeable, but that does not mean she won't push you during your workouts!"

Chealsea C.

"Chronologically, I am 86 years old. I have been a Pilates advocate for nearly 15 years. Without it I would be as stiff as a board. Because of Pilates, I climbed the difficult path of the Great Wall of China. Emilie has the patience of a saint; is understanding to a point, but then becomes relentless. I greatly value this trait in her. Emilie has broadened her skills by taking and applying adjunct education to augment the Pilates curriculum. I wholeheartedly recommend Emilie."

Philip D.

"I began Pilates classes with Emilie a few years ago and can honestly say that she is the only instructor for me. She is everything you want in an instructor: professional, but relaxed, funny, dedicated, knowledgeable and thorough. Emilie works with you to isolate problems and issues you carry with you physically - a real problem solver. She also is improving herself and updates you on the advanced courses she is taking to accentuate her understanding of anatomy and the vagaries of the human body. Emilie inspires as much as teaches and you will not only be better for it emotionally, but you will feel the burn as well. She provides a platform for you to work out both body and soul. Thank you, Emilie! "

Viviana B.

"I have been working with Emilie for several years and highly recommend her as a Pilates instructor. She takes the time to ask how I'm feeling each time we meet and tailors my sessions for what I need that day. I always walk away with a clear mind, feeling refreshed and centered. I so appreciate her focus and dedication and owe my sanity to her and Pilates!"

Nina K.