AP testimonials
“I used to joke “ass by Arianna” but it was true”
Arianna is a genius of human form! She can look at how you stand and move and instantly give you tools and techniques to use your muscles correctly. When she was on tour with me during "masseduction" and I had to squeeze into a dayglo bunny suit every night, I used to joke "Ass by Arianna" but it was true. She really put me together. Not a day goes by when I don't think of what she taught me. -Annie Clark (St. Vincent)
Quarantine has changed a lot in our daily activities, but we're so thankful that we've been able to keep Arianna's Pilates classes in our weekly routine! She has not skipped a beat. With virtual sessions we are just as sore as we were during our duet private lessons in the studio. She continues to change it up and find new ways to torture (I mean work) our muscles! Seriously, I don't think we ever have the same class twice. -Liz C. and Javier A
“with virtual sessions we are just as sore as we were in the studio”
“She is a true body genius”
Arianna is a world class instructor. Her ability to pinpoint, explain, and help correct issues, no matter how small, is incredible, and has helped me through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. She is a true body genius. Her unique teaching style is always uplifting and I look forward to each session, whether in person or online. Thank you Arianna! -Katherine L
I started seeing Arianna via Zoom for prenatal pilates. Even through a camera, she can provide personalized corrections that make movements more comfortable and also more challenging. She clearly has experience training clients through pregnancy, as she has been able to tailor appropriately to my stage of pregnancy and also preview what I might be feeling soon. She frequently checks in throughout the session, and adapts what I'm doing in realtime based on what's going on with my body that day. Arianna has given me the tools I need to continue to get stronger through pregnancy, even when I'm quarantined inside. I'm so grateful for her! -Melisa G
“Even through a camera, she can provide personalized corrections that make movements more comfortable and more challenging”
“She knows when something’s off with my body before I’m even aware”
I've been training with Ari for 5 years and can confidently say she's the reason why I'm not constantly injured. She knows when something's off with my body before I'm even aware of it, and she has this wizard-like ability to identify & address the real root cause. With her guidance, I was able to develop the core strength I needed to recover from a bad back injury and prevent it from recurring in the future. (And have a ton of fun while doing so!) -Colleen O
Arianna's knowledge of the body and movements translates perfectly and fluidly from in-person sessions to virtual. I have worked with Arianna in individual, duet and group class sessions both in the studio and at home over Zoom. Regardless of where we are, I always have an amazing time working with Arianna. She can always diagnose what's going on in my body and reliably gives me a great workout whether there are any props or apparatus or not. -Joan K
“Arianna’s knowledge of the body and movements translates perfectly and fluidly from in-person sessions to virtual”
“our sessions are the highlight of my day”
I’ve worked with Arianna for about 6 months and I've been lucky enough to do a mix of remote sessions (privates/duets/classes) with her 2-4 times per week. It's always an amazing variety! Even when I do an awful job of describing whatever's going on in my body, Arianna GETS it and helps me fix it. While I miss the reformer and hands-on corrections, even on ZOOM, Arianna's genius pointers always help me stay safe and find a deeper connection. Now more than ever, with all the time spent inside, I've found it so helpful to open up and strengthen my whole body, and our sessions are the highlight of my day! -Ruth K
When I first started going to Arianna, I was dealing with persistent aches and pains, especially in my neck and shoulders. My body was very tense, and basic things like standing, sitting, or moving the wrong way aggravated the pain. It’s hard to trust people to work on your body, but with Arianna that trust was immediate. Pilates with Arianna is challenging and gentle in all the right ways. Arianna knows how to focus on areas of weakness in the body, and her adjustments have a kind of ripple effect that allow your body to function more harmoniously. It’s a hard workout- I am sore the next day. But at the same time, it rids me of any achiness I brought into the session. More than anything Arianna is loving. She is careful, intuitive, and kind. She knows exactly how to push you to produce results. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a better way to be in their body. - Kara K
“It’s hard to trust people to work on your body, but with Arianna that trust was immediate”
“I’ve really learned the most from our 1 on 1 classes”
I’ve taken varying levels and formats of Pilates with Arianna as the instructor and she can do it all. But I’ve really learned the most from our 1on1 classes. She is unbelievable at finding your weak points and makes tiny adjustments tailor made for your body. And beyond that she’s just a smart, funny girl with a beautiful soul. -Lauren T
The ZOOM sessions (both group classes and private) have been so helpful. I feel myself getting stronger and learning something new every day, even without reformers! I’m always super, super impressed with how Arianna is able to point to certain areas of my body that are tight, or otherwise need more attention and help, and resolve those issues even on FaceTime — and without me having to mention it! -Sidrah S
“The ZOOM sessions have been so helpful”
“she is my first port of call in New York”
Arianna's knowledge of the body, combined with her glorious, cheerful personality, make sessions with her (virtually or in person!) a dream. I've been practicing with her for a few years and she has caught a number of issues before I've even realized, which is no small feat over a screen. She is my first port of call in New York for any muscular or body issues, as well as a pro in helping me lengthen and tone. Could not recommend her more highly. -Lily G
You know, the thing about classes with Arianna is that they’re sneaky hard. I suddenly realize I had muscles I didn’t know about the next day. - Eric C
“classes with Arianna are sneaky hard”
“the best ballet and Pilates instructor in the world”