I had been struggling with severe neck and shoulder pain for months. This pain was impacting my sleep and ability to drive; normal, everyday things were so difficult to do. Even after several physiotherapy appointments, I felt pain and was getting very discouraged. This all changed when Andrea helped me with some simple exercises that I could practice while sitting at my desk and even on a plane. I was surprised by how quickly I regained my mobility and how rapidly the pain decreased. I would highly recommend Andrea!

S.

So great to be able to do Pilates class in person again. I love your corrective feedback! I like the intimacy of the small group. Nice to get back to something that feels a little more like normal!

J. (Post Covid)

My 1st time at Pilates was in a club where Andrea was teaching. She was better than the other instructors, because she is a talented teacher. I decided to go to her studio and take personal mat training with her. Andrea comes up with several ideas and articulates them well to help a person connect their body with their core and mind. She provided an explanation one day about posture and the powerhouse while displaying it, which made all the difference in my progress. I am now connected! Andrea is very intuitive and covers what she sees you personally need. I'm always better after a class with Andrea!

Cathy

Before I joined Andrea’s “Pilates on the mat” class, I suffered from almost daily lower back pains. Those would be there during prolonged walking or hiking, during every bending down. Andrea is very good at correcting our postures, explaining which muscles to use, how to active those inaccessible and not easily activated ones. As I am getting stronger, I have said Good bye to my lower back pains. I would highly recommend Andrea’s classes to anyone who has any back pain. She has a lot of passion for what she does, and it shows.

Jana

You taught a great class. I was pretty numb from the shoulders to my fingers, and your class helped me restore sensation in the whole arm. I was so tight and in pain before, and now I am feeling so much better. Your teaching is definitely on par with the classes at the Essentrics studio in Montreal. I hope to be back!

Pauline

I so appreciate you continuing the classes, Andrea. I look forward to them and the continuation of some normalcy in my life. You are doing a great job.

Kelly (during COVID)

I am so grateful to be experiencing headway with Andrea Dean Essentrics. I had given up after a car accident years ago. I had physio, Chiropractic and massage and thought I had to accept that it was as good as it would get. Who would have thought an exercise class could help and such a gentle class at that! The philosophy is to work every muscle and joint and ALL the muscle groups, not just abs, or biceps for looks! This a very gentle, but challenging class. She works with the natural reflexes and stretching, never holding stretches, but moving through them! I was so shocked to have a breakthrough, because I had given up.

Renee Tetrault Bjornson

Thank you so much Andrea Dean for being so studious and caring regarding movement for long muscle development and joint mobility In your Essentrics class. Being part of your Essentrics class has really helped me. I always feel so limber and great after your class. You have helped me regain more range of motion and some balancing by working all the muscle groups, not just focusing on a few!

Renee Tetrault Bjornson

When I first came to see Andrea, I was suffering from painful IT band issues that were impacting my mobility. The private Pilates sessions with her made all the difference in the world as first my pain went away, and then my strength and flexibility increased. She also designed an at-home exercise program for me to follow. Andrea is an incredibly supportive and encouraging teacher who shows you how to do Pilates, and also helps you understand the purpose behind the Pilates method.

Lisa Perry

Great chance to win the summer giveaway-classes with Andrea Dean! Knowledgeable and caring, she helps customize work outs for your needs. Various disciplines include conditioning, toning, flexibility and joint maintenance. All to keep you moving!

Renee Tetrault Bjornson

Congratulations Andrea. I love Essentrics so much and I'm so grateful to you for introducing it to me. It is my new found joy. It really is a brilliant way to stay in shape. It's simple but the extremely effective. I loved yoga but now I love Essentrics way more.

Dana Da Ponte

Wow. I tried out my first "Essentrics" class today with Andrea Dean. I felt a bit awkward at first trying this new movement with my body but quickly settled in and enjoyed the stretching type cardio workout that was delivered. My arms are a bit shaky still, my neck is already tight and I could totally feel it in my feet! What a great all over body workout! I'm excited to go back!

Lorraine Phillips

I have been taking Andrea's classes for over 5 years now. They continue to challenge me and increase my flexibility and movement! Check out her Pilates and Piloxing classes this fall at Crossings.

Corinna Meckelborg