"I met Stephanie Vovou when she filled in for a Pilates instructor who I was fanatically devoted to, and had been working with for many years. Already an intermediate student, I was quite wary of anyone new, as I had found with my other teacher a cultivated learning experience that was very special. Well, within minutes under Stephanie's instruction, I realized I had found someone I knew would be an irreplaceable addition to my Pilates practice. Stephanie brings with her not only a serious talent for teaching, but also a wide-breadth of knowledge to back up her passion for the Pilates method. You will not simply be brought from the beginning to the end of a lesson by going through the motions. Stephanie will challenge you with a very tailored workout based on your unique strengths and weaknesses, thus increasing those strengths, your flexibility and stamina. She has always been able to alter my sessions depending on my wide range of requests; ranging from rehab of an old knee injury that acts up on occasion, to earning a bikini body for the summer. Practicing under Stephanie's guidance has changed my approach to Pilates, and thus my body, overall health and wellness. I knew after that first lesson I had much to learn from Stephanie, and am now as fanatically devoted to her as I still am to my first teacher". - Katy
"Stephanie is the most analytical and knowledgeable Pilates instructor I have worked with, and always the first person I turn to when my strenuous triathlon training leads to some issue. With her always friendly and encouraging and just enough demanding attitude, she helped me gain and maintain core strength and always has incredible insight and tips on how to address those nagging little issues that have to come up when an over 50 year old decides to become an iron woman after avoiding swimming and running since high school. Out of all the weekly training sessions I have on my schedule, Pilates with Stephanie is the one I would never miss!" - Patricia
I feel very fortunate for having Stephanie as a Pilates personal trainer. I have trained with her for three years and continue to see positive results. My sessions with Stephanie are challenging, but the benefits are tangible and definitely worth the effort. What I am particularly impressed about is Stephanie's knowledge of the body and physiology. Whenever I have a sore muscle she is able to address it so that I don't cause myself additional pain. I even worked with Stephanie when I had injuries and during my pregnancy with twins. I credit her techniques for helping me feel strong and fit, even when my body had its limitations. What differentiates Stephanie from others is that she has an eye for detail - she will break down exercises until you feel them target particular muscles. I would highly recommend Stephanie as a pilates instructor! - Amy
"I have been seeing Stephanie Vovou at Ideal Pilates for the past 6 months and can not recommend her more highly. Stephanie offers a tailor-maid, customized approach that caters to my individual health and wellness needs; I can hand on heart say she is without a doubt the best Pilates professional I have ever seen." - Alice