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Transform How You Move with Safe & Authentic Pilates in Cary, NC

Every body is unique — just like a fingerprint

The Ab-Solute Difference

Tailored sessions for your body, using the finest classical apparatus to help you move with greater strength, balance, and confidence.

Expertise and equipment unlike any other studio in the area!

Meet Our Instructors

We offer specialized Pilates apparatus that
most studios don't offer!

Duet

Session

Tower/Mat

Class

Class Types We Offer

Private Session

$85

$56/ea

$40

Private

Duet

Tower

Learn More About Our Pilates Packages & Intro Offers!

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What Sets Us Apart From Other Studios?

Our Pilates studio is located in Cary, and we service the surrounding communities.

See what sets us apart:

Romana’s Pilates® Certified Instructors
Authentic methods of Joseph Pilates
Highest standard of classical training
Safe and supportive space to move
Specialized Pilates apparatus
Tailored sessions to fit your body
Inclusive space for all fitness levels

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Our Certifications

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Restore & Rebalance

Helping you regain strength, balance, and lasting wellness.

Injury & Surgery Recovery

Pain Relief & Strength

Posture & Core Alignment

Balance & Mobility

Client Testimonials

"I have been practicing Pilates with Sheri for a few years now. She is a wonderful instructor, guiding through every exercise with encouragement."

Adrienne M.

Clients We Specialize In

We help clients with all types of needs for Pilates.

WHO?

Ages 35-85+
Working Professionals
Retirees
Men & Women

WHAT FOR?

Pain Mitigation
Physical Limitations
Post-Surgical Needs
Everyday Functional Movements

WHERE?

Cary
Apex
Morrisville
Raleigh
Durham

Frequently Asked Questions

I've never done Pilates before. Can I start?

Yes, of course. No prior experience is needed. Every new client starts with private one-on-one sessions, so Sheri begins right where you are today. First she watches how you move, and then she chooses exercises that fit your body. There is nothing you need to "know" beforehand.

I'm in my 70s (or 80s). Is it too late to start?

Not at all. Quite the opposite: this is the age when Pilates helps the most. It helps you keep your balance, walk up and down stairs with confidence, get up easily from a chair or the floor, and keep good posture. Our clients range in age from 35 to 85 and older. The springs on the apparatus support you as much as you need, and the work gets more challenging only when you are ready for it. You can start gently, at your own pace.

Is it safe after a joint replacement or back surgery, or with a herniated disc or osteoporosis?

Yes — this is one of the studio's main specialties. Many clients come to us after surgery or an injury, or with chronic pain. Please check with your doctor before your first session. At your first visit, tell Sheri about your diagnosis, past surgeries, and what your doctor has cleared or restricted. She builds your program around all of that and makes sure every exercise stays safe for you.

I'm out of shape and carrying extra weight. Will I feel awkward?

No. In a private session, it is just you and Sheri in the room — nobody is watching or comparing. There is no music playing in the studio at all and no rush, just a calm, quiet space where nothing distracts you. You work at your own pace, and every exercise is set up for your body, not for an "average" person.

Is Pilates for men too?

Of course. Pilates was created by a man, Joseph Pilates, and men train at the studio right alongside women. Pilates is especially helpful for golfers and tennis players (freer trunk rotation and less strain on the back), as well as anyone dealing with lower back pain.

Can I reschedule or pause my sessions?

Yes. You can reschedule a session with one day's notice. If you are traveling, having surgery, or need time away for any reason, you can put your sessions on hold and pick back up when you return.

Do you offer automatic billing?

Yes — if automatic monthly billing is more convenient for you, just ask Sheri to set it up.

Can I pay for sessions with my HSA or FSA?

We cannot swipe an HSA or FSA card directly at the studio, because banking rules do not classify Pilates studios as medical clinics. However, if your doctor, physical therapist, or chiropractor writes a Letter of Medical Necessity — for example, for back pain, osteoporosis, or post-surgical rehab — we are glad to provide a detailed itemized receipt that you can submit to your HSA or FSA plan for reimbursement.

How are you different from group reformer classes at large studio chains?

There are many differences — here are the main ones:

Every session is built around you. Your program fits your body, your goals, and your limits, and it adapts from session to session. If your knee hurts today, you are tired after a trip, or you slept poorly, Sheri adjusts on the spot. Very few studios work this way.
Your teacher's full attention. In a private session, the teacher watches only you, guides you with hands-on cues, and adjusts springs and body alignment as you go. Even our small group classes never have more than 3–4 people.
A teacher who never stops learning. Sheri has taught fitness since 2000 and Pilates since 2002, and she still regularly attends workshops and studies with senior Romana's Pilates® master teachers who have 20+ years of experience. Even if you train here for years, your sessions never turn into a routine, and she always has a precise way to work around a stubborn back or joint issue.
A teacher who knows your history. You work with the same person, who remembers your past injuries, your progress, and your goals, so you never have to explain everything from scratch.
A full classical studio, not just one machine. Alongside the Reformer, the studio has a Cadillac, Wunda Chair, High Chair, Posture Chair, Spine Corrector, Ladder Barrel, Tower, and Foot Corrector. If an exercise doesn't suit you on one piece of equipment, there is another way to do it on a different apparatus. Large chain studios usually have only reformers.
The original method. Sheri is Romana's Pilates® certified — a direct line of teaching back to Joseph Pilates himself.
Complete quiet and your own pace. We never play music in the studio. Nobody pushes 12 people through the same routine to a loud beat: you move at the rhythm of your own breath and hear every word from your teacher clearly, without shouting or background noise.
You learn how your own body works. Sheri explains why each exercise matters, and you carry that knowledge into everyday life: how to sit well, lift heavy things, bend, and walk.
Flexible scheduling. You can move a session with one day's notice, and pause your sessions if you travel or have surgery.

What is "classical Pilates," and what is Gratz equipment?

Classical Pilates is the exercise system as Joseph Pilates created it, without trendy fitness spin-offs. Gratz is the maker that has built apparatus to his original blueprints for decades. It is solid, finely calibrated equipment — very different from mass-market studio machines.

How do I get started?

There are two ways — pick whichever feels right to you:

Book a private session right away at the new-client intro rate of $75.
Book a free 30-minute consultation. Meet Sheri, see the studio, and talk through your goals and health history so you can decide calmly whether it is a good fit, with no obligation.

What happens at my first session?

Sheri asks about your goals, health, past injuries, and surgeries. Then she looks at how you stand, move, and balance. After that, you try your first simple exercises on the apparatus. You leave with a clear sense of what your body needs and what you will work on next.

How much does it cost, and is there an intro package?

A single private session is $85, a 5-session package is $80 per session, and a 10-session package is $75 per session. New clients can start at an introductory rate of $75 per session. Duets are $50–$56 per person, and small Tower or Mat classes are $35–$40.

Can I come with my spouse or a friend?

Yes — that is what a Duet session is for: one teacher working with two people. Each person pays less than for a private session while still getting plenty of personal attention. It works best when the two of you are at a similar level.

How do I join a Tower or Mat class?

First you take several private sessions to learn the fundamentals. Once Sheri sees that you are ready, she will invite you into a small group of 3–4 people at a similar level.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes that are easy to move in and not too baggy, so your teacher can see your alignment and how your body moves. Non-slip grip socks are required for safety on the apparatus; if you don't have a pair yet, you can buy them right at the studio.

Where do I park, and how do I find the entrance?

1040 Darrington Dr, Suite 105, Cary, NC 27513. Look for the green striped awning with the "Pilates" sign above Suite 105. If you have any trouble finding the door, call us at (919) 374-1101.