At Empower Pilates Studio we believe in providing personalized, challenging and safe Pilates training for clients of all levels. Whether you’re looking to start a brand new health and fitness routine, or want to add Pilates to your current work-out regimen, we will give you the real results you’re looking for. We won’t treat you like just another body in a class; your goals are our goals. Classes sizes are limited – maximum 6 clients! – which means more personalized attention and reaching your goals faster. Our studio is located across Albuquerque Academy School. On the light of Burlison and Wyoming Blvd. Lourdes has over thousand hours of training and a lot of years of experience. She will help you with all your goals. Also she holds several certifications that help her to understand better all your needs keeping you safe and motivated during every single session.
The instability of a rolling carriage with the springs set at different levels of resistance provides all kinds of stability challenges that develop core strength and promote better balance. For example, having less of the body on the carriage is one of the ways Pilates exercises get harder. It means more body weight has to be supported by the practitioner, and the body and machine have to be controlled even more from the core. Paradoxically, when the springs are on a lighter setting, some exercises are more challenging for the core because it has to work harder to control and stabilize the movement. The stronger core, the better the balance, posture, and overall well-being. Exercising with the reformer is possible for anyone, at any level of fitness. It’s no wonder the full name of the reformer is the Universal Reformer.
My first time taking a Pilates class. Lordes is an awesome instructor. She was very patient, pleasant and ensured that all attendees did the exercises correctly and as a group. I Highly recommend this class.
Linda B.
2018
I am new to Pilates and I LOVE it!!! Lourdes is a fantastic instructor and makes you feel welcome. So glad I took advantage of this Groupon!
Nancy C.
2018
Great workout that I look forward to (and this is from someone who doesn’t usually workout). The instructor is very knowledgeable and friendly. Easy to schedule classes online. Highly recommend.
Rachel Davis McGlumphy
2019
Very nice Pilates studio. The facility is pristine and the instructor is very welcoming. I had never taken equipment classes before so I signed up for private sessions via the newcomer special. The equipment classes are a lot more fun and effective than Pilates mat classes that I’ve taken elsewhere in the past. However, it’s possible that even mat classes might be fun here because the instructor is so great! She varies the exercises every time and has a huge arsenal knowledge to draw from. At the end of the hour, I feel I’ve had a challenging workout, yet time seems to have flown by.
Alisa Tannirat
2017
Pilates makes possible all the other activities I do. It keeps me flexible and works all the underused opposing muscle groups I need to stay strong and injury free. Lourdes is a particularly excellent instructor due to her training in multiple modalities and ability to adapt exercises to your ability level.
Savannah
2017
Lourdes is one of the most skillful, patient, and knowledgeable instructors I’ve had. She always challenges you and makes sure you get everything you want from your workout. She makes sure you leave feeling aligned and looking better! Her studio is beautiful! The classes are always fun and energetic. Thank you Lourdes!
P.M.
2019
First timer and Lourdes was very skilled at getting me up to speed and then moving right into full workouts. She very good at explaining what/how to do the moves. Love her!
Moss Tryer
2018
I took the 3 private lessons since I was new to Pilates and have been going to classes ever since! Love the results and now am addicted. Lourdes is an excellent instructor.
Eloise Doeren
2019
Lourdes has helped me emotionally and physically!! “I have been doing pilates with Lourdes for 3 years already and it has become a part of my daily routine. Lourdes encourages and motivates me to perform to my full potential. She provides you with a lot of feedback for good form to help achieve maximum results. My core is so much stronger since I’ve started pilates and the results were much quicker than all the years of going to the gym. I highly recommend ‘Pilates by Lourdes’!”
Katie
2017
A coworker told me about Empower Pilates… Wow. What a great experience! I’ve done Pilates group mat classes, but I really wanted to try an equipment class. I’m totally hooked! Lourdes is a remarkable teacher and trainer—incredibly positive and encouraging (and so much fun). She individualizes and modifies instruction to meet student needs, and I feel challenged and supported in every class. I love this place!
Virginia Schultz
2018