This Way Movement
Costa Rica
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Located in the picturesque town of Santa Teresa, in Costa Rica's Puntarenas Province, This Way Movement is a newfound sanctuary for those passionate about Pilates and mindful movement. This studio specializes in reformer Pilates, offering a modern setting equipped with high-end Merrithew V2max plus reformers, towers, and stability chairs. The environment is designed to cultivate a deep connection between mind and body, promoting strength, balance, and awareness through slow and intentional movements.
This Way Movement emphasizes precision in every exercise, ensuring participants engage and strengthen smaller muscle groups effectively. Whether a beginner or experienced practitioner, each session aims to enhance physical strength while promoting a profound link between movement and mindfulness. Participants are guided by a knowledgeable instructor who expertly combines traditional Pilates principles with contemporary techniques.
In addition to in-studio classes, This Way Movement offers retreats that blend Pilates practice with rejuvenating experiences in serene settings. These retreats, hosted in collaboration with well-respected partners, encourage exploration of one's power and purpose within a supportive community. Participants can deepen their practice, pursue teacher training certifications, or simply enjoy a holistic and restorative getaway.
This Way Movement also caters to various stages of life and fitness levels, with specialized programs for prenatal, postnatal, and general wellness. Online classes extend the studio’s welcome beyond its physical location, allowing patrons to maintain their practice on the go, whether at home or traveling.
The studio offers an inviting space for those seeking transformation through movement and is perfectly situated in Santa Teresa’s tranquil surroundings. Whether engaging in a regular class or embarking on a transformational retreat, This Way Movement is poised to guide individuals toward achieving a balanced and energized lifestyle.
Reviews
Best pilates studio in town! Hands down. This gorgeous studio has quickly become part of my weekly routine; I love coming here! Julie is fantastic, she makes the classes fun and challenging, enough to make you want to keep coming back! Nadja’s classes are also wonderful. The studio is beautiful and has also top notch equipment, so look no further!!! Julie is kind and super professional, I am truly grateful to have access to such a wonderful Pilates studio in such a remote and wild location such as Santa Teresa!
Joined Julie’s Pilates retreat in Ibiza and had a phenomenal time. Julie planned a nourishing week with some world class ladies. We had 2 great Pilates classes a day, fresh homemade meals from a chef and a few guest surprises. I left feeling incredibly relaxed, toned and strong! Julie is a joyful spirit who teaches from experience and the heart.
Best Pilates studio in Santa Teresa! I have attended Julie's classes since 2022. It is wonderful she has her own beautiful studio now. Julie is an amazing Pilates teacher. Her classes are inspiring, always different and fun. She is at the top of her game with her continuous further training. She is commited to being the best she can be and you feel it in her classes. Julie is very profesional and friendly. She can read the students in her classes and you always feel looked after and held in the energy she creates and holds for the class. Beautiful studio, fully equipped and a pleasure for many reasons to visit. Which i do regularly. Thank you Julie for your commitment to your field and your love and passion. The better it gets, the better it gets.
I attended the Reformer Pilates retreat in March and it honestly exceeded all my expectations. The Pilates classes were some of the best I’ve ever taken—thoughtfully guided, challenging in the best way, and incredibly energizing. It was also so special to spend the retreat with such a lovely group of like-minded women. Julie clearly pours so much passion and care into every detail. She even home-cooked all of our meals, which were absolutely delicious and made the whole experience feel extra personal and nourishing. I left feeling so grateful, refreshed, and already looking forward to the next one! :)
This studio is as cute as it gets and so intimate. With only five reformers, group classes feel like privates, and the space couldn’t be more beautiful. I also completed Julie’s Mat Pilates Teacher Training (Levels I–III), and I cannot recommend it enough. It was an intense two weeks of learning but also.. very much a retreat! Fresh meals in a stunning villa, new friendships and guidance from an incredibly experienced teacher. Julie is so welcoming and supportive, I wouldn’t want to learn any other way (coming from someone with no teaching background). Truly such a special experience!
