Gain total body strength, balance and core control. New and experienced Pilates practitioners alike have plenty to love about Pilates at UCSF. You’ll find a range of traditional and specialty instruction to meet your fitness goals and skill level. Whether your focus is improved posture, injury prevention, post-rehab, pre/post-natal, or sports-specific training, our trainers can help you achieve your goals.
A dedicated team of certified instructors helps to ensure that you have a positive experience and gain the most from your workouts. Our goal is to inspire individuals and groups to feel invigorated and motivated. We do that by creating Pilates instruction that is fun, challenging, and of course, rewarding.
Pilates is available at Bakar Fitness & Recreation Center at UCSF Mission Bay only.
Specialty Programs
Walk it Out: Feet, Balance and Gait Mastery
Strengthen your foundation - this Pilates-based class uses specialized equipment to improve foot and ankle function, enhance gait patterns, and support healthy lower body movement. Limited to 4 participants.
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• November 3-24 (4 sessions): Mondays, 12:00-1:00 pm, $140/member, $180/non-member
• December 1-22 (4 sessions): Mondays, 12:00-1:00 pm, $140/member, $180/non-member
Pilates Classes
Pilates Dynamic Mix
Experience an invigorating workout combining popular Pilates equipment like the Reformer, EXO Chair, and Tower. Your instructor will guide you through fun and challenging exercises for a total body workout that strengthens, lengthens, and tones.
Note: These classes are not appropriate for those with injuries or rehabbing from an injury. See Adrienne Chambers for more information.
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Member Pricing
Single Class drop-in: $35 (members)
5 Class Pass: $160 (members)*
10 Class Pass: $290 (members)*
*UCSF Members get 10% off member price
New Client Offer
Intro 3 Class Pack
$75 (one-time purchase for new Pilates clients only)
For non-member pricing, please contact adrienne.chambers@ucsf.edu.
Pilates Reformer Class Pass Sign Up
Download the UCSF Fitness and Recreation mobile app or sign up online.
- Enjoy the freedom to attend classes that fit your schedule.
- Guarantee your spot up to 3 days in advance.
- Reservations close 30 minutes prior to class.
- Cancel at least 2 hours prior to class start time to avoid being charged for the class.
- Classes are subject to change without notice.
- Pass expires 90 days from date of purchase.
Complimentary Pilates Session - (Members only)
New members receive a complimentary Pilates session at Bakar Fitness Center with a certified instructor. This session is the perfect opportunity to be introduced to the program and equipment!
What to expect: At the beginning of the session, our Pilates instructor will gather information about your health history, physical limitations, fitness goals, and workout experience. You will be introduced to the Pilates Method of training and essential Pilates Reformer exercises for your abs, back, legs, and arms. There will be time at the end of the session to answer any questions you may have about Pilates or our program.
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Private Training Packages - (Members only)
*Special Offer* 3-Session Starter Pack
This is an excellent introduction for first timers and an ideal way to get one-on-one attention from a certified Pilates instructor. Learn key foundational moves to help you progress in your practice, use it as a preview to more in-depth private training, or to get acclimated before joining small group training classes. Available to first-time Pilates private session customers only.
$250/3 Sessions
Pro Trainer Packages
Pro trainers have up to six years of experience.
- $102/102 (member/non-member) 1 Session*/**
- $480/510 (member/non-member) 5 Sessions (includes unlimited InBody Body Composition Assessment)*/**
- $920/1020 (member/non-member) 10 Sessions (includes unlimited InBody Body Composition Assessment)*/**
Elite Trainer Packages
Elite trainers have six or more years of experience.
- $112/112 (member/non-member) 1 Session*/**
- $530/560 (member/non-member) 5 Sessions (includes unlimited InBody Body Composition Assessment)*/**
- $1020/1120 (member/non-member) 10 Sessions (includes unlimited InBody Body Composition Assessment)*/**
*UCSF Staff, Faculty, and Learners who are Fitness and Recreation members get 10% off the above pricing.
**Partner Training package prices available upon request.
InBody Body Composition Assessment
Measure your body fat and muscle mass in minutes! This assessment is quick, easy, and highly accurate. Find out what you're made of, set goals to target the areas of your body that need work, and start tracking your progress month after month. Includes consultation with a personal trainer to better understand your results.
Follow these guidelines to ensure accurate test results.
Single test: $35/member, $45/non-member
3-pack: $90/member, $115/non-member
5-pack: $125/member, $160/non-member
To schedule your InBody assessment, contact our Assistant Director Fitness Programs, Adrienne, at Adrienne.chambers@ucsf.edu
Learn how to purchase on our mobile app page.
Sign Up
To make an appointment for private training, contact the Pilates team at 415.514.4538 or contact our Assistant Director Fitness Programs, Adrienne, at adrienne.chambers@ucsf.edu. Sessions can also be purchased on the Fitness and Recreation Mobile App.
Meet The Instructors
Lorna Bernardo, Elite Instructor
Fitness Philosophy: "Being physically fit and strong is empowering and isn't necessarily exclusive to those under 40. Fitness should be fun. Do exercise you enjoy. Find activities that challenge you physically. Work hard and focus on how good your body feels. You will be more likely to keep going. Maintain the fun factor by adding variety or working out with your friends. This is YOUR play time. It is sacred. The time you invest in keeping fit today will pay off in spades in aging gracefully."
Specialization: Post rehab strength training with an emphasis in rebuilding functional strength. Pre/post natal clients, senior adult fitness, functional strength training, injury prevention and pain management, Parkinson's training, cancer training and sports specific training.
Experience: 15 years experience as a Fitness Professional in Pilates and Personal Training with a emphasis working with people with chronic injuries; Group Fitness, Small Group Fitness, Pilates, Pilates Mat, Senior Fitness, Cancer training, Parkinson's training
Credentials: NPTI, NPTI Post Rehab Specialist, Balanced Body Pilates, Pre/Post Natal, Senior Fitness, SCW Group Fitness
Jackie Rodriguez, Elite Instructor
Fitness Philosophy: "I enjoy sharing the benefits and rewards of Pilates with my clients. Pilates is about a strong core and this relates to a healthy body since all movements initiate from your center."
Specialization: Works with athletes like runners, swimmers, tri-athletes and individuals training for sports, as well as all fitness levels. Utilizing Pilates movements specific to the clients needs, a targeted approach is used to help clients achieve greater flexibility, agility, alignment and core strength with the body.
Experience: Primary focus in private, semi private and group classes. Trained in Ron Fletcher Advanced Intensive Floor work, Pilates workshops with Master teacher Diane Severino and workshops on scoliosis under direction of Madeline Black.
Credentials: Ron Fletcher® Comprehensive Certified, Pilates Method® Alliance Certified, TRX® Certified, PiYo Certified
Andrea Rodriguez, Elite Instructor
Fitness Philosophy: "I believe that every day is a new opportunity to move your body with joy and vitality. Love the body you live in! My favorite quote from Joseph Pilates is, "Change happens through movement and movement heals."
Specialization: Foot & Gait, Myofascial Release, Pre/Post Natal, Post Rehab: active older adults for strength training and mobility. Injury prevention for athletes, dancers, swimmers, and folks with a sedentary lifestyle.
Experience: Dance, Fitness and Pilates Instructor with a combined 20+ years experience teaching various fitness formats: Comprehensive Pilates (Reformer, Mat, Chair, Cadillac, Barrels Springboard), Core Align, Barre, Extensive experience teaching in fitness boutique studios, community centers, gyms, collegiate dance departments and private companies. Producer for the Zumba Fitness video game franchise, and Teaching Dance Artist.
Credentials: Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates, Core Align, TRX, Barre Above, Zumba®, CIRCL Mobility Training, Bachelors Arts, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) World Arts Cultures & Dance Department, M.F.A, University of Southern California (USC) Interactive Media Division.
Ayane Mochizuki, Pro Instructor
Fitness Philosophy: "I am passionate about creating a space where individuals can rediscover the joy of movement. Through Pilates, your body will experience movements that will feel rejuvenating and challenging, and its benefits will translate to your movements and experiences of daily life!"
Specialization: injury prevention, sports specific strength training (mainly gymnasts), post-rehab strength training
Experience: Pilates mat group classes, Pilates privates focused on post-rehab training
Credentials: Core Advancement Pilates Certified, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher
Justice Shelton Mosley, Pro Instructor
Fitness Philosophy: "Pilates promotes balanced muscle development, core strength, and body awareness—all of which help people move better. I believe in getting people moving—especially the spine—in all directions to build strength, mobility, and long-term resilience."
Specialization: I specialize in high-energy, music-driven Pilates grounded in functional movement and deep core engagement. My classes emphasize spinal articulation, posture, and body alignment to help clients feel stronger, lengthened, and more connected.
Experience: I discovered Pilates while training and traveling throughout the Caribbean, Europe, and Latin America. After competing at the highest levels of sport—including playing football at Harvard and Vanderbilt, and time in the NFL with the Kansas City Chiefs—I was drawn to Pilates for its precision, control, and powerful mind-body connection.
Credentials: Mighty Pilates Comprehensive Certification, B.A. in Economics – Harvard University, M.A. in Marketing – Vanderbilt University
Stephany Heller, Elite Instructor
Fitness Philosophy: "Pilates is more than just a workout; it's a pathway to rediscovering strength, flexibility, and the deep inner core. My goal is to create a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors, athletes, and adults who spend their workday sitting at their desks. I'm excited to embark on this transformational journey with you, fostering a love for Pilates that empowers us all. Let's challenge ourselves, achieve our fitness goals, and celebrate every step of the way, no matter how small!"
Specialization: My expertise spans various disciplines, from Cancer Exercise Counseling to specialized Pilates techniques for neurological conditions such as stroke and MS. Your session begins with promoting pelvic floor fitness and barefoot training, ensuring a comprehensive approach to overall wellness.
Experience: With over 12 years of experience as a certified Pilates professional, I've dedicated my career to helping people unlock their potential through movement. My focus is on using innovative techniques to improve strength imbalances, manage sacroiliac joint pain, diastasis, or pelvic instability. You will experience a powerful combination through the integration of Pilates principles, such as core strengthening and control, with traditional therapeutic techniques like gait and balance training, to maximize functionality.
Credentials: ACSM/ CETI: Cancer Exercise Counselor; Pilates: Pelvic floor fitness; Pesi: Functional movement Sacroiliac joint pain; Fusion Pilates: Healing diastasis fascial tensioning; The Neuro Studio: Pilates for Neurological Conditions; EBFA- Barefoot Training; Power Pilates: Pilates for Seniors and Special Cases; Power Pilates/Quist: Comprehensive Apparatus Mat.
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Contact
Adrienne Chambers, Assistant Director Fitness Programs
Adrienne.chambers@ucsf.edu
