About Pilates by the Bay-Sausalito
Pilates by the Bay in Sausalito offers personalized Pilates instruction both in-person and virtually. The studio focuses on creating a practice that is accessible to everyone, regardless of their location, fitness level, or comfort. The instructor is praised for her expertise in Pilates, her ability to adapt to individual needs, and her passion for teaching. Clients report significant progress in their strength and flexibility, attributing it to the instructor's guidance and attention to proper form. Pilates by the Bay is described as a place for those who seek a deep and effective way to connect with their bodies. The studio emphasizes the integration of body, mind, and awareness, making it a unique and transformative experience. Clients who have tried other Pilates studios in the area say that they haven't found anyone who compares to the instructor at Pilates by the Bay.
I have been practicing Pilates for a long time and working with Sidney has corrected so many mistakes - her attention to detail has made all the difference I my practice - I highly recommend her !!
I live in New York and I love my Pilates sessions with Sid in CA!Long story short, in 2020 I started doing duet sessions with a friend from Sausalito, and although exercising on zoom had not been my thing, I loved and missed Pilates, so I gave it a try. I am so happy I did, Sidney is a fantastic instructor and I advanced more with her on zoom than in the studio over past years. She is great at keeping the pace of a duet session, yet making sure our individual needs are met and adapting the flow as needed to incorporate specific exercises that may be beneficial to our sometimes aging achey bodies. She truly cares about proper Pilates form, flow and transitions, and keeps...read full review
I am a clinical psychologist in San Francisco. I have spent my adult life looking for different treatments for human stress, trauma, and general discomfort. In the Bay area today there is a wonderful synthesis of several modalities coming together emphasizing the role of body, mind, and awareness. Sidney Tarlow of Pilates by the Bay has brought all together with a brilliant understanding of Pilates, psychology, and physiology in her approach to Pilates. I have tried several pilates teachers in the Bay Area but not found anyone to match Sid. This is not a place for those who want glitz; it is a place for those who want to learn a stunningly deep and effective way to reconnect...read full review