Articulate Bodies - A Boutique Pilates, Movement and Bodywork Studio in Midtown Toronto

I love this place! All my classes have been amazing and I’m always looking forward to my next one. Thanks girls

Rie is the absolute best instructor I could hope for! She's extremely knowledgeable on the human body and knows how to guide us to push ourselves beyond our limits and helped me so much with my flexibility and body awareness. Also, Rie must have x-ray vision because even when I wear baggy clothes she knows exactly which muscles I am or am not using LOL!

I also love their booking system, you just book each individual class on the website so there's no commitment of attending X number of classes per week, and they're open till pretty late in the evening, which works great with my crazy schedule.

As I looked to get continue to get healthier and take better care of myself, friends recommended trying a Pilates class. In reading the reviews and the great location for me, I went to Articulate Bodies just over a year ago and started classes with the amazing instructor, Tomoe! The space is welcoming, clean and has a variety of equipment that the instructors leverage. The classes are small and challenging and Tomoe always checks with us, as a class, as to how we’re feeling that day and if there are any particular areas we want to focus on or equipment to use that day. I look forward to my weekly class with Tomoe and have noticed considerable improvement in my mobility and flexibility – I deal with arthritis in my knees – since starting Pilates with Tomoe at Articulate Bodies. For anyone looking to continue to improve their mobility, flexibility and overall health, I strongly recommended Articulate Bodies and either attending the classes or working one-on-one with one of the fabulous instructors. Thank you Tomoe!

Working with Rie is a joy and an inspiration. She has us stretching and working and aligning our frames with encouragement and expertise in her supervision. Learning from her about how to be aware of how we move our spines - "bone by bone" - is her signature teaching trademark.

I have been a patron of the Articulate Bodies Pilates and Movement Studio now located on the lower floor of the Davisville Centre for a number of years. During the pandemic they pivoted quickly to providing online mat classes which they still offer but I am thrilled to also be back in the studio working with Tomoe Yamasaki, my new instructor. Tomoe is exceptional in her ability to identify what each of her clients needs in order for them to improve their strength, balance and flexibility. I have been working with Tomoe for four months and I am rediscovering muscles that went on holiday during the pandemic. I always feel that our work together is truly a partnership. I value her support and genuine interest in finding ways to help me to continue to challenge myself.

I've had the pleasure of working with Tomoe for the past year and would not have grown to love pilates if not for her energetic and invigorating classes. The studio is beautiful and there are numerous classes depending on one's schedule and skill level. I've also had the pleasure of working with Je-An, having attended her Bodywork classes which helped improve years work of movement related issues. For those unsure about starting pilates or who feel ready to work with instructors who make movement their passion, this is the studio for you.

All Pilates places offer the same thing, the difference here is the instructor Tamoe, she knows how bodies move and is very empathetic to your situation and injury. I go here because of her and she makes me feel stronger after my surgery. Thank you Tamoe)

Seven years ago my younger sister gave me a gift certificate of an introductory package to Articulate Bodies, a pilates studio. Of all the gifts I have received this one has had a significant influence on me and is the kind of gift that keeps on giving.
Articulate bodies has a new location on the ground floor of the Davisville Centre easily accessible via TTC. What I especially appreciate about the studio is that there are no classes larger than 3 participants. I always feel as if I am the only one in the class because staff have the time to address each client’s needs in such an individual and personal way.
What I value so much about pilates is that it is a total body experience. I have learned to be more aware of my breathing and how to use my breath to help in executing the movement we are working on. When I started pilates my posture needed addressing and although I sometimes slip back into old habits I can catch myself now. Most importantly when I have an ache, exercise rather than pills is what I try first. I think of pilates as a form of multi tasking. Breathing, focusing, targeting specific muscles groups and joints, visualizing, coordinating and concentrating have helped me develop an awareness and appreciation of my body.
Covid 19 has been especially hard for small and large fitness centres and Articulate Bodies quickly pivoted to online mat classes. Of course we all miss using the equipment and look forward to when we can return to the studio. They are predicting the new pandemic will be an out of shape and overweight population. I encourage you to check out Articulate Bodies where you will find a caring, competent and welcoming staff.

I have been working with Shelagh for five years, initially to recover from injuries sustained from a car accident but now to assist me to age gracefully. She has been able to alleviate pain and prevent recurrence. She is such a tremendous resource, I have referred several friends and would recommend her as a superb instructor, one who is very intuitive as well. The sessions are designed to meet my goals and have been very effective. The improvement in my flexibility and balance and stamina has been very useful in my travels as I have even amazed myself at being able to meet the physical challenges. It would not have been possible without Shelagh, I sing her praises everywhere.

Je-An is a body wizard-she'll identify your weak spots in seconds and target those with her mind-blowing arsenal of movement techniques. It is such an honor to train with one of the best teachers in the city. Thank you, Articulate Bodies!

Shelagh has been helping me with issues related to mobility, and flexibility due to spinal nerve impingement for the past several years. She's a wonderful teacher. She's given me confidence in being able to deal with various back and knee issues that arise by helping me to learn a variety of exercises. Her classes are always personalized and she is most attentive to all students.
Shelagh has a lovely manner with people, and I'm pretty sure that I'm not alone saying that you always feel so much better, physically, and emotionally, after a session with her. Thank you, Shelagh!

I have been amazed at the quality of instruction at this Pilates studio. I have tried four or five different studios in the city, and Articulate Bodies, by far, sets the highest standard in terms of instruction. I have been a client for years.

With Je-an, you know you are in excellent hands given her incredible breadth of knowledge and deep understanding of the body. And she is constantly improving and upgrading her knowledge. With Tomoe, the same: an incredible resource, and I always come out with muscles pleasantly sore the next day. That means I'm strengthening muscles I never knew I had and that need to be woken up!

Training at Articulate Bodies has led me to improve the flexibility and articulation of my spine, as well as gain a better understanding of my entire body. As a professional musician, this is highly important for me in order to prevent overuse injury.

I've had a number of private sessions with Tomoe, focused on helping me to prevent injury during ballet class (I am 65 years old), and have found them to be very helpful. We worked to improve my ballet technique and to strengthen and stretch certain muscle groups to stabilize my ankles and knees. And she makes it all very pleasant and enjoyable!

Articulate Bodies is a wonderful pilates studio! The classes are small and all of the instructors are excellent. I have worked with Tomoe for a year, and she is a great instructor. She is careful and precise, and works very well a range of people from young to older (like me). Her classes are varied from one week to the next but you get a very good workout each time. Tomoe is attentive to different abilities, but encourages you to do things as well as possible and (carefully) to try a little more. She has helped me improve my posture, alignment and flexibility. I recommend Tomoe and the studio highly!

I have been working with Je-an for over 8 years. Originally I came to her with an injury that put my professional dance career on hold for several months. I credit Articulate Bodies with not only saving my career, but also being the reason that I have never had an injury since. My alignment, mobility, strength, and understanding of my body have completely shifted since working with Je-an. I cannot thank her and the staff at Articulate Bodies enough for the role they play in the quality of my life and career. This studio is amazing and truly one of a kind.

I have been amazed at the quality of instruction at this Pilates studio. I have tried four or five different studios in the city, and Articulate Bodies, by far, sets the highest standard in terms of instruction. I have been a client for years.

With Je-an, you know you are in excellent hands given her incredible breadth of knowledge and deep understanding of the body. And she is constantly improving and upgrading her knowledge. With Tomoe, the same: an incredible resource, and I always come out with muscles pleasantly sore the next day. That means I'm strengthening muscles I never knew I had and that need to be woken up!

Training at Articulate Bodies has led me to improve the flexibility and articulation of my spine, as well as gain a better understanding of my entire body. As a professional musician, this is highly important for me in order to prevent overuse injury.

Working with Je-an at Articulate Bodies is such a joy. Every time I leave the studio, I feel much more aligned, a little bit taller and very refreshed. She is exceptionally knowledgable about the anatomy of the body and how it should all work together. She addresses all of my physical restrictions and problem areas with optimism and curiosity, and is constantly helping me find the root of my problems. No amount of physiotherapy or massage has ever made the same positive impact on my body. I'm so grateful!

Articulate bodies is located in a beautiful space and staffed with very knowledgeable, encouraging and supportive personnel. Je-An radiates an incredible amount of positive energy as she focuses on the individual needs of the client during each session. I must admit that this is something new that I have never experienced before during a pilates session. As a professional dancer, injuries are often an unfortunate reality and as a result of an injury, I underwent foot surgery two months ago. Je-An helped me to develop goals for my recovery and established a plan that included rehabilitation and strengthening to assist me to achieve my goals. I wholeheartedly believe that Je-An's encouragement and positive attitude are helping me become a stronger dancer. I would absolutely recommend Articulate Bodies to anyone who is interested in improving their physical and mental well-being.