"A few months after I started training at Chesapeake Pilates, Stefanie began her transition to Gratz equipment. As a student, I was initially unaware she was making the transition and frankly, knew nothing about Gratz. Unbeknownst to me, she replaced her Cadillac, which I had used many times, with a Gratz Cadillac. I instantly noticed a difference and commented, “This Cadillac is different than the one I was on last week.”  Her other equipment was vey good, but the Gratz equipment was even better.  The same exercises I had been performing for years felt different. There was more feedback, more depth to each exercise, and a more purposeful connection.  When she acquired a Gratz reformer, it was the only one that I wanted to use.  She has several now, but my favorite is the 80” archival reformer. During Covid, I was fortunate to acquire two pieces of my own (a high chair and tower unit with a high rigid mat), for my home gym.  Stefanie’s extensive Pilates background and constant desire to learn more about Joe, coupled with her studio ‘Gone Gratz,’ has made me a better student, has taken my training to the next level, and has deepened my appreciation for this beautiful, yet often under valued, method of exercise.”  

Dana Schultz, CPC Client

"When I needed to find a new pilates teacher, I looked for a studio with Gratz equipment. I know that a teacher in a Gratz studio will have a solid grounding in the classic, Joe method. I chose Gratz for a few pieces at home because they’re built solid and will support my practice. Other brands may feel different and for home practice, I wouldn’t know if it was my body or the equipment that is off. Having Gratz equipment at home to supplement an awesome teacher has really accelerated my growth.”  

Traci La Valle, CPC Client