Allure Pilates Spa: Fitness and Relaxation Destination

Allure Pilates Spa in Beverly Hills is your one-stop shop for fitness, beauty and relaxation. Where else can you submit yourself to a challenging Pilates workout and then immediately reward yourself with a rejuvenating massage or facial?

Our visit began with a private Pilates training session with Karen. We were fortunate that Karen had a background in physical therapy; our lower back had been especially tight lately, and she was diligent about making sure none of the exercises caused us any discomfort. She guided us through a series of strength-building exercises and stretches on the Cadillac and Reformer that targeted just about every muscle in the body. Her no-nonsense but patient and friendly approach to instruction was just what we needed after a several-months hiatus from Pilates.

After an intense workout, we were more than ready for our Therapeutic Trigger Point massage session. At our request, massage therapist Nicoleta customized the treatment to focus exclusively on our back, neck and shoulders, and zoned in on points of tension to provide relief to our stiff muscles. Once again, special attention was given to our lower back. We felt noticeably looser by the time she was finished, and we heeded her advice to drink plenty of water to continue the process of toxin elimination and prolong the welcome sensation of relief and relaxation. After all, we had earned it.

Review originally published 2/16/06.