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Learn to Move with Ease in a Pain-Free Body
Learn to Move with Ease in a Pain-Free Body
Learn to Move with Ease in a Pain-Free Body

New to Pilates Tonic?

We’ll show you how easy it is to start improving your strength, flexibility, and body alignment. Learn more about our unique program and how to get started. Or, just give us a call at 423.702.5233 to easily schedule your first session. We’re located in Chattanooga, TN on North Market Street.

Click here to get started today!
Louie Marin Howard, Instructor photo

Our Mission Is to Help You Move With Ease in a Pain-Free Body

At Pilates Tonic, we take cutting-edge research on body alignment, fascial conditioning, stretching and core activation and apply it to your body’s unique requirements.

With these foundational tools, we show you how to improve everything else you do, whether it’s yoga, golf, running, mountain biking, CrossFit, soccer or even everyday standing and walking.

Our goal is to fundamentally change the way you understand and move your body so that you can do whatever it is you love even better.

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Client Experiences

Sydney started with a basic foundation then added layers as I was ready. Her explanations are clear and easy to understand as we continue to add layers. Her willingness to answer any questions as I grow is so appreciated. My whole body works and feels great—opening my life back up to do the many things I used to do!
Karen Kohlmann
Karen Kohlmann
My chronic back pain is gone, my anxiety is noticeably less and I lost inches off my waistline. Sydney’s approach to strengthening the core helps maintain stability and your waistline. It also helps with chronic pains and improves your posture. She demonstrates and explains the exercises clearly to make sure you are doing everything correctly. I feel better in every way—my mental health, my back pain, my balance, my waistline, and my flexibility!
Summer Castroverde
Summer Castroverde
I was on the road to spinal injections and probably surgery when the work I began at Pilates Tonic completely turned that around. My body is mostly pain-free now after many years of back pain due to scoliosis. Sydney’s use of imagery and her focus on alignment has been very helpful. Her kindness comes through in her teaching style, and I not only feel better after a class, but I also look forward to my time with her!
Susan Matzkin
Susan Matzkin
Will is a very knowledgeable instructor. He’s excellent at explaining how the body works and what muscles benefit from each exercise. My body feels more balanced, and my headaches have become less frequent. I’m much more in tune with my body and how it’s working. All the instructors are friendly, and the studio has a great atmosphere!
Jean Botto
Jean Botto
Pilates Tonic has helped me get stronger, build endurance, and feel more aligned. I’m more aware of my body in space and how to move more effectively. And their ZOOM classes got me through the pandemic and gave me a link to the outside world! The instructors are all very different but are always positive and give positive feedback and encouragement.
Imogene Konvalinka
Imogene Konvalinka
Pilates Tonic is a great studio with a fun staff! The instructors are friendly and highly trained. They want to help you meet your goals and improve your health. Since coming to Pilates Tonic I have reduced pain and developed better body awareness. Plus it’s a really fun place to work out!
Wendy Roth
Wendy Roth
Pilates Tonic is a great studio with a very knowledgeable staff to guide and challenge me. I always get a great workout and love Louie’s fabulous personality. I’m moving better now and have learned new ways to approach old movement patterns.
Amanda Cawley
Amanda Cawley
The Pilates Tonic instructors are personable and reliable, but more importantly, very competent. I am now able to regularly do a really good reformer-based Pilates exercise program. I began taking Pilates in 2007 and I've had several wonderful instructors over the years, but Louie is the best yet.
Anne Pingenot
Anne Pingenot
I LOVE all the instructors at Pilates Tonic! Besides providing a warm & friendly atmosphere, each one brings their unique knowledge & experience to Pilates. I work with Will and, as a result of our sessions together, have less pain, greater flexibility & a deeper knowledge about my body.
Tracy Brown
Tracy Brown
Sydney’s videos taught me about lengthening my spine from my sit bones and keeping my head and chin in the correct position. I don’t want to be overly dramatic, but this was life-changing for me. I used to wake up in discomfort, but now I straighten my spine from my sit bones and feel great. I also lengthen my spine when I sleep on my back, which has helped me immensely. She teaches people how to feel comfortable in their bodies, which is one of the best things a person can do!
Lori C.
Lori C.
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Why We're Different

We offer far more than just Pilates at Pilates Tonic. We’ve found that taking a foundational approach to exercise and movement has enhanced our ability to help you achieve your physical goals. Whether you’re hitting a wall with your current activity or needing to recover from chronic pain or acute injury, knowing how your body works puts you way ahead of the game.

In addition to traditional Pilates, we offer foundational alignment training along with Restorative Exercise and Stretch Therapy.

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“It doesn’t matter what physical activity you do, this is the place for you if you’re trying to do it better.”​

Pilates Tonic Staff

Different teaching styles resonate with different people and that’s why there are a variety of instructors at Pilates Tonic. Each instructor is highly trained in their area of expertise and each has his or her own, unique approach to movement. No matter who you work with at Pilates Tonic, they are equally dedicated to our mission; to help you create ease of movement in a pain-free body.

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PHOTO - Group Coach Portrait - Louie, Sydney, Will

New to Pilates Tonic?

We’ll show you how easy it is to start improving your strength, flexibility, and body alignment. Learn more about our unique program and how to get started. Or, just give us a call at 423.702.5233 to easily schedule your first session. We’re located in Chattanooga, TN on North Market Street.

Click here to get started today!
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Stretch Therapy​

by Sydney Craig

Pilates Style Magazine Cover May 2011

Read May/June 2011 article in Pilates Style Magazine written by Sydney Craig!

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Pilates and Scoliosis

by Sydney Craig

Pilates Style Magazine Cover Jan 2011

Read January/February 2011 article in Pilates Style Magazine written by Sydney Craig!

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