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About
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I am a NASM-certified Pilates instructor in the Hudson Valley (via NYC) who specializes in Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced level mat classes. I offer personalized one-on-one, semi-private, corporate and pre-natal Pilates sessions entailing 50-55 minutes of core strength and flexibility training and tailor each session to meet my client's specific fitness goals. My classes will keep your body moving the entire 55 minutes and will focus on strengthening and sculpting muscles in the areas that count - abs, legs, arms and butt! My Pilates class will leave you feeling energized and will change your body as well as your life!
I am also an Athleta Ambassador and was a community instructor for ShapeUpNYC. Check out my pictures to see some of my classes.
Hearing about client's body transformations and their overall outlook on health. When they express their gratitude to me for helping them to change their bodies and achieve their fitness goals, it makes me smile.
I also love it when I am teaching a class and a client finally realizes the proper way to perform an exercise and I can actually see the "A-ha" moment on their face.
Overview
Hired 5 times
Serves Wappingers Falls, NY
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Pilates class type
Floor and mat exercises
Work location
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
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Noreen R.
Nov 8, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Jen is a very skilled and professional Pilates instructor. She has taken our needs and restrictions into consideration and designed the class accordingly.
Jen Gesimondo - Pilates Instructor's reply
Thank you so much, Noreen! I really like training you and Jim and hope my classes leave you with a great sense of strength and motivation each week.
Private Pilates Instruction
Maria S.
Apr 26, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Jen is a fantastic pilates instructor! Her enthusiasm has kept me excited as I prepare for my wedding and honeymoon. She personalizes my workouts and makes them consistently challenging, which means I'm never bored and I feel great after each session. Jen's passion for and knowledge of pilates and overall wellness continues to inspire me. I'd highly recommend her for anyone wanting to add fun and personalized pilates workouts to their routine.
Jen Gesimondo - Pilates Instructor's reply
Thank you so much for your thoughtful response, Maria! I always look forward to our sessions each week and am so proud to say that you have advanced tremendously in your Pilates work over the past few months. You are a great student to have - always eager to learn and consistently striving to take your Pilates work to the next level. I’m excited to introduce more challenges and exercises into our routine and to watch your progress grow!
Private Pilates Instruction
Laura S.
Mar 17, 2015
I found Jen advertised at my apartment building for privatepilate lessons. Her prices were reasonable for private lessons at your location choice. She was very compassionate, patient and encouraging, and she was also very knowledgable about different prenatal exercises that were appropriate for me and my growing belly. I definitely recommend her for private lessons, or even a classroom setting. Oh, and she's very easy to talk to about different things other than pilates!!
Katie M.
Jun 10, 2015
Jen was unbelievably talented! Being pregnant can be such a tricky time to do pilates, but Jen made me feel incredibly comfortable and conducted a perfectly tailored workout for a fantastic exercise program while still taking into account my growing belly! Highly recommend her!
Sarah F.
Mar 4, 2015
undefinedI have always been a hard core hot yoga fan but after i had reconstructive surgery on my ankle in May 2015 I was unable to do that kind of workout while recovering. After 5 months into recovery I was given the green light that I could start working out but I was very limited in what I could actually do. Jen had suggested I try Pilates and that she would tailor the workout to meet my needs. I have taken Pilates at NYSC and never really liked it so I agreed to workout with Jen but wasn't really sure what to expect.
Jen tailored the entire workout to positions that I could do while focusing on my injury and my form. At first I was not good and had a hard time holding positions or even doing them properly but Jen was able to work with me one-on-one to teach me the correct form. Jen is extremely focused and makes Pilates fun. She prepares each week to customize the workout so that I am progressing. I have actually become pretty good and look forward to our Pilates session each week. I have become stronger and my body is becoming much more toned When I started with Jen I was also in Physical Therapy twice a week and working from home and adding Jen to my recovery plan has helped me progress extremely quickly. I am just about done with Physical Therapy, going into the office full time, and have returned my normal life. Thank you so much Jen!
When I first started with Jen I was a beginner and now I am intermediate and even able to do some advanced positions. I recommend Jen regardless of your level. She will customize your session to meet your needs and you will have a great time working out!
Jen Gesimondo - Pilates Instructor's reply
Thanks so much, Sarah! I've loved watching you evolve from a beginner to (dare I say) advanced student. You have been wonderful to work with and I really do look forward to teaching you each week.
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Jennifer Gesimondo
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Payment: CASH, ZELLE or VENMO only
Individual Standard rate: $100 per session - to be paid IN FULL at end of each session
Individual Packages: 10% discount on the purchase of (5) PREPAID sessions - to be PREPAID in advance in order to guarantee all (5) sessions are booked
Group Rates, Duets or Event Packages - Email for details.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I make sure they have their own mat and that they are comfortable with using my props (which are sanitized after every client session.) *Unless they have their own props.* I would come to the 1st session 5-10 min early to chat about their fitness goals, address any concerns that they may have and set up any payment apps so that the end of the session is an easy tap and pay!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I just completed (2) continuing education courses from Power Pilates - *Intermediate Mat Class Review and *Special Cases Mat Class. For the Intermediate Mat review session, I learned new transitions and exercises to add into my Intermediate Mat repertoire. For the Special Cases Mat Class, I learned how to modify exercises for specific ailments/injuries.
Future Goals: Receive the Apparatus Certification Training which incorporates certification for all Pilates Apparatus such as the Cadillac, Tower, Reformer, Chair, Pilates Barre, Barrels, smaller equipment, etc.
