Melissa Smith

I was having back pain for a while and my physical therapist suggested I try Pilates to strengthen my core. I've been going to Prairie View Pilates for a few months now, splitting my time between Melissa's Tower class and Paula's Reformer classes. Both instructors are amazing! Being the only guy in

I have nothing but WONDERFUL things to say about Melissa Smith and Prairie View Pilates. I started here about a year ago, after having a different home studio located in Oak Park. Boy, does this place knock all the others out the water! Melissa (and the other teachers) are so knowledgeable about the ins, outs, and why behind Pilates. You receive hands-on, personalized instructi…

I have nothing but WONDERFUL things to say about Melissa Smith and Prairie View Pilates. I started here about a year ago, after having a different home studio located in Oak Park. Boy, does this place knock all the others out the water! Melissa (and the other teachers) are so knowledgeable about the

As much as I huff and puff through the workouts, I can’t stop signing up for classes—I’m obsessed! Melissa is incredible and has made me feel confident and comfortable from day one. I’ve never been one to stick to a workout routine, but these small, hands-on classes have completely changed how I feel about working out. Just over a month in, and I already feel stronger, more mob…

Prairie View Pilates has been such a warm and welcoming pilates studio! The instructors are all very knowledgeable and kind. I was new to pilates and Melissa was great with guiding me through the use of the equipment and each exercise. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a great workout without the high impact to give this studio a try!

I have been attending Prairie View Pilates regularly for 3 years from private lessons to group equipment and mat classes. Melissa and her staff are top notch instructors and keep the classes engaging and challenging. They have a thorough understanding of anatomy and are able to modify exercises when needed for individual clients due to pre-existing injuries, current conditions…