Pilates 580

Pilates Five Eighty, formerly known as Glenview Pilates, is dedicated to preserving the original work of Joseph Pilates.

Whether your goal is to increase flexibility, tone and sculp muscles, or lose inches Pilates Five Eighty can help you achieve it. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, balanced, refreshed, and inspired

Laura Sefchovich

Laura Sefchovich began Pilates training during her sixteen-year career as a professional ballet dancer. When a lower-back injury forced her to re-evaluate her own conditioning, she discovered that regular Pilates training helped her remain pain-free during hectic performing seasons. Laura's interest in Pilates deepened when she met her mentor and teacher Lisa Goldin, whose work is known throughout the dance community. Under Goldin's supervision, Laura trained in the classical tradition of founder Joseph Pilates, who described the system he developed as "stretch with strength and control." Laura received her teaching certification after four years of studying with Goldin, and then received a second teaching certification from Power Pilates in New York. She opened Pilates 580 in April '07 to offer the finest in Pilates education. At Pilates580, the student learns a prescribed system of exercises designed to progress seamlessly from one movement to another. Routines carefully alternate stretching and strengthening exercises, resulting in well-toned muscles without bulk. Challenging enough for the strongest athlete yet gentle enough for seniors or those recovering from an injury, Pilates580 incorporates elements of coordination, concentration, breathing, mobility and stability to harmonize the work of the entire body. Laura hopes her clients will leave Pilates580 feeling invigorated after a great workout. She knows that as they begin to feel and see results in their bodies, they will appreciate the benefits of Pilates training as much as she does. In addition to her time at Pilates580, Laura Sefchovich also works at Purely Pilates in San Carlos, and for San Francisco Ballet, training dancers in the classical Pilates tradition

The studio

At Pilates 580 you will find fully certified teachers in the classical method of Pilates. Our goal is to offer the finest in Pilates education. Our supportive instructors will guide you through a safe, controlled, and invigorating work out created by Joseph Pilates. Your strength, stability, stamina, and flexibility will improve. Pilates 580 is a wonderful space that is colorful and full of natural light. You will also find it to be clean and organized

At Pilates Five Eighty you will receive personal attention by classically trained, certified instructors.

We are proud to offer private and duet sessions on our top of the line equipment along with traditional mat and tower classes. We keep our classes intimate and personal - no more than six or seven people per class. We invite you to see or experience for yourself the benefits Pilates can bring to your body, and to your overall sense of well-being

Shari M. Jones

Shari holds personal trainer certificates from both ACSM and IDEA, as well as a certificate to practice Massage Therapy from the McKinnon Institute in Oakland. Her Pilates Training and certifications were acquired through Ellie Herman Studios, the Ron Fletcher Program and PMA. She has strong interest in Yoga and continues to educate herself in that arena. Contact: sharimj5@aol.com