Become the artist of your body and unlock your full potential.
Welcome to Toolbox Pilates Art Studio, where we strive to help you achieve a sound mind and sound body. Our beautiful studio, located in the heart of Dupont Circle, is designed to provide a unique and inspiring environment for you to explore the benefits of Pilates. Our expert trainers, led by owner and Power Pilates Certified Teacher Trainer Iva Gotzev, are dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals and unlock your full potential.
Our Story
Toolbox Pilates Art Studio was founded in 2013 by Iva and her husband Alex, with the vision of creating a vibrant hub for fitness and the arts. Iva, a Bulgarian native, was introduced to Pilates after suffering an injury while pursuing her passion for dance. She quickly realized the benefits of Pilates and enrolled in the Power Pilates Teacher Training program in 2007. Since then, she has dedicated herself to helping others achieve their fitness goals through Pilates.
Our Services
At Toolbox Pilates Art Studio, we offer a range of services designed to help you achieve your fitness goals. Our expert trainers provide personalized instruction and guidance to help you get the most out of your Pilates practice. We offer private and group classes, as well as teacher training courses for those who want to take their Pilates practice to the next level. Our reformer teacher training course is a comprehensive program that covers the history of Pilates, anatomy and movement analysis, pathology, and effective teaching and cueing techniques.
Our Studio
Our beautiful studio is designed to inspire and motivate. With its stylish and immaculate interior, our studio provides the perfect environment for you to focus on your fitness goals. Our state-of-the-art equipment and expert trainers ensure that you receive the highest level of instruction and guidance.
Benefits of Pilates
The benefits of Pilates are numerous and well-documented. By incorporating Pilates into your fitness routine, you can expect to see improvements in your posture, core strength, and overall physical fitness. Pilates can also help reduce stress and improve your overall sense of well-being. At Toolbox Pilates Art Studio, we are dedicated to helping you achieve these benefits and unlock your full potential.
Studio and Classes
The studio space is beautifully designed, with a lovely atmosphere and cool art, making it an ideal setting for practicing Pilates and yoga. The instructors, including Zaina, Jess, Sarah, and Mayu, are highly praised for their excellent teaching styles, which are engaging, fun, and nourishing.
Instructors
The instructors are a major highlight of the studio, with many reviewers raving about their favorite teachers. Jess is described as the best yoga teacher, while Zaina brings a lot of fun energy to her Pilates classes. Mayu is praised for her clear instructions and entertaining class descriptions, and Sarah is commended for her welcoming and gentle approach.
First-Time Experiences
For those new to Pilates or yoga, the studio provides a welcoming and helpful environment. Chuck Weaver had an amazing first Pilates class with Jessica, who was very helpful to a newbie. Arianna Roumeliotes was nervous about trying the reformer class but felt guided and supported by Zaina.
Wedding Venue
The studio's wedding venue is also a popular choice, with its unique blend of old and new features, including a brick backdrop, modern art, and string lights. Rachel Steidl was impressed by the venue's beauty and ended up booking it for her wedding.
Negative Experience
However, Katie Weicher had a disappointing experience when she toured the venue as a potential wedding location. The owner was unresponsive, late, and disorganized, ultimately leading her to look elsewhere.
