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September 2023 by Alex Wirth-Cauchon
I turned to Nicole for help with my feet following a challenging Vermont 100 race in which they were the primary limiting factor. Nicole was patient and expert in her analysis and provided supportive and helpful advice not only on exercises but also on shoe and sock choices. After working with her I had a successful season this year including a foot-pain free West Highland Way race.
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October 2020 by Nancy Paris
Training with Lindsay and Nicole is the quintessential whole body workout. The benefits were apparent after my first session and now something I had never experienced before, deep muscle support throughout my entire body. Lindsay and Nicole quickly transitioned to online sessions during the COVID19 crisis without any loss of quality, professionalism and personal interaction. I'm continually impressed by their depth of knowledge and creativity.
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September 2020 by Emily Casey
I found Renew Pilates online in March when I was searching for Pilates classes to do remotely. Nicole and Lindsay transitioned to online instruction beautifully. Their practice allows you to receive individualized feedback during live group classes online. They are also super accessible by video and email to ask questions and track your progress. I like that Renew offers online Pilates classes themed around simple props (foam roller, fit ball, magic circle, etc). It keeps it interesting and helps me work on specific areas/skills. Both Lindsay and Nicole offer outstanding instruction. Their cues are thoughtful and precise. Their classes include accessible but challenging sequences that helps you build strength and flexibility over time. Really cannot recommend highly enough!
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September 2020 by Carol Ide
During the pandemic crisis, Renew Pilates Studio of Easthampton provided a quick and smooth transition from in-studio instruction to remote instruction, accommodating students of all levels in their zoom classes. From their homes, each instructor demonstrated each exercise, then watched their students practice as evidenced by explicit corrections made to me during my practice. In each class I witnessed their careful instruction, was encouraged to reach my potential, and felt totally cared for during the remote experience similar to being in their studio. Lindsay and Nicole are professionals. Their complete care and expertise came through the remote classes and I feel very fortunate to be a part of their family of students. 5 stars for sure!
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September 2020 by Susan Maycock
Nicole and Lindsay create a professional, supportive, enthusiastic, and fun Pilates experience. Over the past two and half years my posture, strength, and flexibility have improved so much! My body awareness has been honed, and my aches and pains are virtually gone. During our months of COVID confinement Lindsay and Nicole have adapted all that they offer in the studio to an online format. Even with the responsibilities of caring for and home schooling their children, they have continued to address the needs and bodies of each student right through the Zoom screen with the same humor, commitment and enthusiasm.
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September 2020 by Jo Ann Churchill
Lindsay and Nicole came through! At the start of the pandemic they pulled together on-line classes quickly and well. Their smiling faces and weekly Pilate workouts helped keep me sane, healthy and toned. I highly recommend these teachers and the Renewal Pilates studio!
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September 2020 by Elizabeth Witte
I've been going to Renew for years and am so grateful that they've continued to offer classes remotely during the pandemic - it's made a huge difference for me. Lindsay and Nic are excellent teachers whose commitment to their students is clear, as they continue to develop classes and learning options during this strange time.
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September 2020 by Amy Greeman
I’ve taken class with both Lindsey and Nicole and have loved both. They are so knowledgeable about anatomy and body mechanics; their cueing is spot-on and they are really invested in their students’ success.
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September 2019 by Marion Groves
My experience at Renew has truly "renewed" me and strengthened my body, awareness and confidence. Thank you Nicole and Lindsay!!!! Highly recommended. It is over 5 years now and I attend chair, mat and reformer classes hungrily. The chronic knee pain I entered with has vanished. Nicole and Lindsay always ask each person how his/her body is and attend to each person's needs in the class. I am "hooked" on Pilates... can't wait for the studio to open after the Holidays!!
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September 2018 by Jing Z.
I took 10 mat classes & 1 reformer over a few summer mos. It was my first time w/ pilates; as an avid yoga participant who had always been active & strong physically, the goal was to find a studio that would continue attention to form & function. In my search, I found their website & ensuing communications (i.e. email/phone/first pilates appointment w/ assessment) to be professional, experienced, & detailed. Read their bios, they're on their website: They pay attention to form for function, are attentive to attendees, vary their instruction & perspectives, all while keeping class light & full of humour. They're responsive to communications & seemed good at maintaining a pilates community that allowed for evolution of the individuals body & needs. Note: Stand-up comedy should be a side gig. Thanks for a good foundation Renew Pilates!
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September 2017 by mikybueh
I cannot recommend Renew Pilates highly enough. I have just rounded 50 and after 30+ years of living with back/neck pain have tried many modalities--massage, chiropractic, meditation, etc., etc.--but nothing has been nearly as effective as my work with Nicole Kutcher at Renew. Over the past 6-8 months we have worked together to develop a simple daily exercise routine, which has largely eliminated the pain I lived with every day and enabled me to return to many of the activities I had been forced to curtail due to fear of injury. I appreciate her knowledge base, flexible approach that focuses on my needs rather than Pilates "doctrine," attention to detail, and unusual blend of compassion and "no nonsense," and hope to work with her for a long time to come.
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September 2017 by Judy Raphael
I have been taking Pilates classes, for the first time, with Lindsay Lynn for a year. I am 71 years old and have studied on and off dance and aerobics for years. I have had several muscular skeletal issues as well as arthritis which have interfered with my daily quality of living. Lindsay is the best teacher I have ever had. She is, first of all, so safe with each of her students, and remembers everyone's problems for each class. She is careful to adjust or focus on their problem areas. Pilates requires complete focus on every part of your body when performing even a simple movement. This can become overwhelming and very challenging for someone new to this form of exercise. Lindsay is excellent at giving clear and precise cues throughout each exercise, and adds her own style of humor to make it more fun. She makes careful corrections to adjust your body so you are able to get the most benefit from each movement. I highly recommend these classes to anyone, no matter what your experience, age, size or fitness level may be. You will feel better and stronger and generalize lots of body placement tips throughout your daily activities.
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September 2016 by Rachel Goodell
Renew Pilates is my favorite place in the world. A year ago I was in constant shoulder and back pain and I had stopped all physical activity. I had been working with a physical therapist for about 3 months and was making little progress. Nicole pretty much bent over backwards (pilates pun) to fit me into her schedule for one on one classes. She spent so much time base lining my body, understanding my goals, and developing a series of pilates exercises just for me. The most impressive thing was her continued commitment. Every class she had updated or changed something in her lesson plan based on an observation she made the week before. She is incredibly motivated and devotes an insane amount of time into considering the best way to work with her students. Working out with her makes it obvious how knowledgeable she is about the human body and how talented she is at applying her knowledge to the needs of the individual she is working with. Almost more impressive than how prepared she is for each session, is how quickly she can adapt to the way you perform that day. If you come in with your legs a little tighter than usual she will tweak her plan as you go to make sure you leave the studio felling as refreshed and healed as you possibly can.
After getting to the point where my shoulder was recovered I moved into group classes. I take tower and mat with Lindsay and reformer with Nicole. Lindsay is an awesome group instructor (I am sure she is wonderful for one on one also). They both bring so much focus to her lessons. Lindsay and Nicole fluidly split their attention between each student and tailor their instruction to the skill level of the individual. The group classes are very challenging and build as the group progresses. Students are always encouraged to ask questions and build understanding about the movements. And I have definitely noticed positive changes in my appearance.
I think they have given me a foundation to stay healthy by feeling the way my body responds to movement in a way that allows me to recognize when something is not right. They have taught me so much about the relationship with strength and flexibility and they have given me the ability to improve both. I can’t say enough about Lindsay and Nicole. They are kick butt ladies running an awesome business.
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September 2016 by Steve Nelson
Lindsay is an exceptional teacher. I started working with her almost 2 years ago, and she has helped me rehab, as well as significantly improve my strength and flexibility. Her depth of knowledge, and her tremendous ability to explain and inspire, are only equalled by her great compassion and generosity of spirit.
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September 2016 by Jane Goldstone Sarouhan
I have done Pilates off and on for a decade and it always proves to be one of the best things for my body; the combination of strength, stretch and alignment is great for anyone who wants to feel strong, painfree and embodied. Like any discipline, there is just no substitute for a great teacher, which is certainly what makes Renew so special. Sure, the space is beautiful and the equipment is top-notch, but Lindsay and Nicole are outstanding instructors. Their classes are very well taught, and each student's individual needs, abilities, goals, and/ or injuries are always addressed. Whether you are new to Pilates or a veteran, go to Renew, you won't be disappointed!!
