Welcome to East Street Pilates!

408 east street, rochester, michigan 48307 phone: 248.608.3221

Physical fitness is the first requisite of happiness. - Joseph H. Pilates

It is amazing how much crisper the general experience of life becomes when your body is given a chance to develop a little strength. - Frank Duff

Hello! My name is Cara Krupa. I am a Stott certified Pilates Instructor and owner of East Street Pilates. I first came to Pilates in 1996 and loved it immediately after seeing the changes it made in my own level of fitness and health.

I have studied Pilates at highly acclaimed training centers in Philadelphia, Toronto, and, locally, in West Bloomfield. My studies included specialized training in prenatal and postnatal Pilates, rehabilitative Pilates and specific programs for athletes and dancers. I am a graduate of Central Michigan University and have been teaching Pilates in Rochester since 2002.

I feel passionate about sharing Pilates with my clients in a non-intimidating, relaxed environment and helping them reach new levels of strength and flexibility. I am thrilled to be a part of the downtown Rochester community, and I invite you to drop into the studio anytime to have a look around, get acquainted and ask any questions you may have. I look forward to seeing you!

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The East Street Pilates Instructors

No membership is required!

THREE NEW CLASSES JOIN OUR SCHEDULE

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Reserve your spot right away!

Come check out our new GROUP FITNESS MIX on Monday mornings at 5am with Cara. This class is a fun mix of Ball work, Ballet Barre, Pilates Mat, stretching and TRX. This class has it all - everything except YOU! Class begins February 27 - call to save your spot.

NEW BALLET BARRE classes getting ready to pop onto the schedule - Tuesdays at 10am with Amy and Thursdays at 10:30am with Katrina. Based on traditional Ballet Barre work with a heavy dose of Cardio and upper body toning thrown in for balance, this music-driven class is so much FUN! The class is designed to strengthen your muscles from shoulders to toes and create a beautiful "dancer's" body. Lots of emphasis on butt tightening and thigh whittling exercises, and of course, plenty of abs. Each class ends with a relaxing stretch series and sends you out the door feeling light on your feet, strong and tall. Both of these Barre classes will begin when we have reached the minimum amount of required participants, so call or email right away to get on the list. The sooner you join, the sooner we start the fun!

NEED MOTIVATION? Watch this!

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This short video sums up what we all know about our physical health, but sometimes need a reminder about. It very well captures our philosophy towards health and wellness at East Street Pilates and we invite you to view it for yourself....

NEW WINTER CLASSES

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Two new classes join our schedule on Wednesday November 16th...just in time to help stave off those extra holiday pounds. 6am Ballet Barre with Amy is a heart-pounding, wake-it-up shake-it-up workout to keep you motivated through that midweek slump and the 9am Reformer is a toning, strengthening and stretching hour just for you. Keep your sanity this holiday season! Keep working out! Stay tuned for upcoming information about our New Year's 10 Day Challenge...

SPLITS 59 is here!

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East Street Pilates is excited to add SPLITS 59 to our clothing racks! This luxurious, fashion forward brand has absolutely unparalled quality, top-of-the-line fabrics andis selling out of the box berfor it ever hits the hanger! Splits 59 is more than a women’s activewear company started by triathletes; it’s an attitude. It’s a flat out refusal to settle for good enough and a burning desire to push harder, go further and be stronger.
This attitude is reflected in the entire collection, which lives at the intersection of fitness and fashion. With sleek silhouettes and performance enhancing fabrics, these clothes work as hard as you do. They are pieces that go the distance ... just like you. Whether it be running a marathon or just cranking it up another level on the Cadillac, your personal best is just a split second away. Splits 59 is made in the U.S.A.

Cara Krupa, owner of East Street Pilates, wins coveted 2011 Business Woman of the Year Sunrise Pinnacle Award

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The Rochester Chamber of Commerce announced this year’s recipient of the Business Woman of the Year Sunrise Pinnacle Award, Cara Krupa, owner of East Street Pilates. Cara Krupa is a Stott Certified Pilates Instructor, who graduated from Central Michigan University and continued her education in the U.S. and global community. The Sunrise Pinnacle Awards are given annually to local businessmen and women who excel at integrating their businesses to serve local communities.

East Street Pilates offers Pilates Mat, Reformer, Jump-board and TRX lessons in private, semi-private or full class environments. East Street Pilates instructors are trained, certified specialists who are in tune with each individual Client’s needs. Classes are available seven days a week and the studio boasts an extensive list of loyal, repeat Clientele. The studio is owned and operated by Cara Krupa who established the studio as a means to see people happy, healthy and strong. Cara helps her students integrate Pilates into their lives as an exercise and lifestyle alternative designed to help them become or remain healthy and active plus enable self-confidence in women and men of all ages.

See a video from the event here.

PILATES and PALETA! A perfect pair...

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East Street Pilates is proud to partner with PALETA - a gourmet meal delivery service. Popular in Los Angeles already, Paleta is now here in metro Detroit!

Founded in 2005 in Los Angeles by Executive Chef and Michigander, Kelly Boyer, PALETA is the go-to designer meal delivery service for such celebrities as Jennifer Love Hewitt and Felicity Huffman. Now available in Michigan, PALETA offers you our popular 5 & 10 Day CLEANSE, a nutrient based body detoxification program incorporating delicious foods with rice protein shakes that help boost your metabolism and lose weight. The program gradually eliminates potentially allergic or heavily processed foods that may impair your body’s ability to detoxify and replaces them with low-allergy-potential “clean” foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients that enhance the body’s ability to detoxify.

BENEFITS

Weight Loss
Increased Energy
Sharper Cognition
Reduced Sensitivity to Allergens
Improved Skin an Hair Condition
Mood Elevation and Stability

HOW IT WORKS

Meals will be delivered to your door with easy-to-follow instructions. Your cooler will contain everything you need for the day, including a BPA-free shaker and water bottle, travel cooler, flavor kits, and easy-to-follow instructions. Sounds simple? It is!

After the Cleanse, most people notice improved energy, increased mental clarity and a leaner body. But, the Cleanse is not magic and requires commitment to your health and well-being. PALETA will provide you with daily support and suggested tasks to help you reduce stress and get fit. Commit to the Cleanse protocol and you’ll find yourself feeling renewed in both mind and body.

For more information or to start your cleanse, signup at PALETA.com today!

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"On a personal note - I want to share my experience with the Paleta Cleanse. After giving birth to my daughter last year, my Pilates practice helped my muscles spring back into shape quickly, but I struggled a bit with the last 8-10 lbs. of baby weight I needed to shrug off. I did the Paleta 10 Day Cleanse, lost 8 lbs and felt wonderful. About 3 months later, I did the 5 Day Cleanse, lost another 8 lbs and watched my skin and hair regain their luster and glow. I strongly recommend this Cleanse to anyone who needs a boost to their nutritional routine or to clean out your system for a fresh start! I am so pleased with all the food Paleta provided - every bite was delicious, and more importantly, NUTRITIOUS. It also doesn't hurt to weigh less NOW than I did when I got pregnant. Pilates and Paleta are truly a perfect pair." - Cara Krupa

Welcome Grouponers!

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We are so excited to have you come to our studio. You got a great deal on some fabulous classes and we can't wait to show you what Pilates at East Street is all about. Please read through our Frequently Asked Questions, check out our Class Schedule and the map of our Location. Please note that we strongly recommend that you take a private session with one of our instructors prior to redeeming your Groupon classes. This one private session - available ONLY to Grouponers at a reduced rate of $40 (normally $57) - will dramatically increase your understanding of Pilates and improve your performance in group classes. This private session also allows our professional instructors to get to know your body's individual strengths and weaknesses, allowing us to teach more appropriately to you in your Groupon classes. Also, remember that the studio has a strict 24 cancellation policy and that we require a reservation for all classes. There are no walk-ins as we plan each class for the attendees who are signed up. Should you have an inquiry that is not answered in one of these sections, please feel free to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the studio. We look forward to meeting each and every one of you in the studio soon!

EAST STREET MAKES THE TOP 5 IN DETROIT AGAIN

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Once again, we are so pleased to have been voted the #4 Pilates Studio in Metro Detroit. We take so much pride in providing for our clients, and hearing from you that we are doing our jobs is the best! Thank you to all who voted. We truly appreciate your feedback.

The Top 4 Reasons to Practice Pilates

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1. Creates Strength Without Bulk - Pilates builds toned muscles that work perfectly within the context of the body as a whole and the functional fitness needs of a person as they move through life. One of the ways that Pilates creates long, strong muscles is by taking advantage of a type of muscle contraction called an "eccentric contraction" where the muscle is lengthened while it contracts.

2. Increases Flexibility - Pilates works toward a safe increase in length and stretch of the muscles and range of motion within the joints. You may not be able to twist yourself into a pretzel, but a body that can stretch and bend to meet the flow of life is a very realistic goal.

3. Improves Posture - Good posture is a reflection of good alignment supported by a strong core. Starting with movement fundamentals and moving through mat and equipment exercises, Pilates trains the body to express itself with strength and harmony. You can see this in the beautiful posture of those who practice Pilates.

4. Increases Energy - Pilates gets the breath and circulation moving, stimulates the spine and muscles and floods the body with the good feelings one gets from exercising the whole body.

FRIEND US ON FACEBOOK!

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Become a fan of East Street Pilates on facebook and be the first to learn about new classes and events joining our schedule. Facebook fans also take advantage of special promotions and deals at the studio.