I live in San Francisco but spend a lot of time in Capitola at our beach house. In SF I go to Pilates sessions 3-4 times a week and didn't want to lose traction while spending time at the beach. I tried several studios in the area until I found Michelle Moyer at Breathe Deeply and immediately realized I had found the quality of instruction I wanted and needed to maintain the progress I was making in the City. Not only is Michelle a trained and superior instructor, she also makes it easy for me to schedule appointments in advance or last minute. Her flexibility (pun?) and availability to work with my timing is a huge advantage to an already perfect situation. Breathe Deeply's studio and equipment is in excellent condition, clean and the quality I've become accustomed to finding in larger cities. Everything about this studio is topnotch. I highly recommend Breathe Deeply for the complete Pilates experience as it was originally created and crafted to do. read more

I have been practicing pilates for about 10 years now. And, started training with Summer even before she opened the beautiful studio that we now enjoy. I don't want to repeat what other reviewers have already said but I agree wholeheartedly with all the positive comments that have been made. I have referred many friends and family members to Breathe Deeply and several have become as devotees like me. All of the instructors there are outstanding. All are trained in pilates but each brings their own unique set of experience and education, so you won't get the same routine every time you go there. Whether you're doing pilates to recover from an injury, to get more fit, or to maintain your fitness, the instructors tune in to what pilates exercises will help you most and to what health goals you want to achieve. Summer, in particular, has a gift in this regard. This place is about health and wellness, strength and flexiibility. I cannot recommend it more highly. read more

My 17 year old daughter has been taking Pilates Teen class with Michelle M. for the past two years to help her with issues involving back pain and hyper mobility with her hips, and joints. Michelle is extremely knowledgable about Pilates and many different medical conditions, working closely with her clients Physicians. Michelle is passionate about educating her clients and community about the benefits that Pilates has to offer to our health and wellness. My daughter has made tremendous progress in resolving her back pain and learning so much about her body, movement and breathing technique with Michelle's help. Plus, she has fun and de-stresses after a long day of school and studying! Despite my daughter's busy schedule, she looks forward to her weekly Pilates class. I highly recommend the class for teens, and my husband & I are also looking forward to taking our own classes with Michelle! read more

I've been practicing pilates for close to 15 years now and started working with Summer Doty before she started Breathe Deeply Pilates. Summer is an outstanding pilates instructor. She is not only incredibly knowledgable about the muscle and skeletal structure and workings of the human body, but has an uncanny ability to see corrections and adjustments that make a world of difference to movement and posture. Other reviewers have articulated it better than I. All I can say more is that she has a gift. And, all the pilates instructors at BDP that I've experienced are wonderful, too, bringing their own strengths, talents and enthusiasm to the practice. The studio itself has a great feel, too -- clean, well-organized and maintained -- the space reflects the thoughtfulness, care and welcoming spirit of its owner and instructors. read more

I am 15 years old and enjoy Michelle Moyer's weekly Teen Pilates class! She teaches them twice a week and it proves to be a great cros-trainer for y other sports. In our class we have multiple injuries as well. I know we have had girls with back problems, like scoliosis, and Michelle's class has helped them. Through Michelle's class I have met new friends, my Pilates family. Over the 4 1/2 years I have been taking this class, I have become stronger, inside and out, more flexible, and I always feel great after taking class. The studio is also a great environment, the bright walls, the smell, and the feel that people bring in there is great! I encourage any one to come into the studio because they can accomadate anybody for a class specialized for their needs! read more

I have been working out with Summer since before Breathe Deeply when she was a student Pilates teacher and I have stuck with her this long, because she is honestly the best Pilates instructor there is in my opinion. She also makes sure that all of the other instructors she hires are top quality. They all continuously train to constantly improve and educate themselves. This is more than a "get a good workout" studio, although you will most certainly get that with the studio. They are all very experienced in injuries, special populations, rehabilitation, and are proactive about consulting woth your health care providers to create a team of comprehensive care. This studio actually deserves 10 stars. I could not make a better recommendation read more

My husband and I started going to Breathe Deeply Pilates a year ago, on the recommendation from another couple who have gone there for years. I can't imagine a better place to take pilates. The staff, the range of pilates' workouts used, and the environment are superb. Not only do I leave each session feeling fantastic, but I have learned so much from Ka about the mechanics of the body and how to best effect my health, strength and general well-being via pilates movements. Ka inspires me each time I see her. Even though we'll miss her tremendously while she's on maternity leave, we know we'll be in good hands with other knowledgeable instructors Summer has among her staff, during Ka's absence. read more

I love my pilates classes with Michelle Moyer at Breathe Deeply Pilates! I have been very impressed with the fact that Michelle is so organized and conscientious. I always get a great workout, and I feel safe because I know that she watches to make sure that each person in the class is doing the exercises correctly. I believe that the classes are strengthening my core and improving my golf game. I also love the fact that the studio is clean and well organized, and that all the other teachers are friendly and welcoming. I recommend Breathe Deeply to anyone who wants to get stronger, and feel better. read more

I've been working out here for over a year and highly recommend BDP to anyone who wants personal or small class training. I have worked out with Summer, Cody and Gui. These trainers are truly amazing when it comes to guiding you through the exercises/poses in such a way that you feel challenged but yet they are conscience of any limitations you may have due to "body issues." As an almost 60 year old women, that is VERY important to me. They are concerned with both your body and mind; they genuinely care about your health and your goals. I feel like I'm in excellent hands at Breathe Deeply Pilates! read more

I had the honor of working with Summer Doty for a period of about four years at Breathe Deeply. During that time, not only was my body transformed, but my heart and mind as well. Summer is an incredible teacher and an incredible person. Her integrity as an instructor is inspiring. She has a deep and intuitive understanding of her craft, which she blends with a sincere caring for her clients. All this translates into a truly special experience in her classes and private sessions. I recommend Breathe Deeply highly. The studio is warm and inviting. The teachers are great. The results are amazing! read more

Breathe Deeply Pilates IS as good as it gets. As a chiropractor and outdoor bootcamp instructor in Santa Cruz County, detailed movement and care for the smallest corrections are key for efficient improvement in the biomechanics of motion. Summer Doty is an absolute gem in our community and all the pilates instructors at BDP carry a wealth of knowledge, professionalism, and care. My body feels taller, stronger, and more stable each time I walk away from a class at Breathe Deeply Pilates. I've smiled, laughed, sweated, and lengthened my way to better health with Summer and Breathe Deeply Pilates! read more

I am 66. Pilates has been a life saver. My body just keeps getting better and better. I have more strength, balance and I love my walk with spritely steps not a bent over shuffle. The staff is so supportive and Summer knows so much about anatomy. When you walk in the door, she immediately knows what needs to be worked on. I love it. One of my favorite parts of the week. The space is bright, friendly, efficient and effective. I finally got my husband to go and his back, that had not been helped by other treatments, is finally feeling better. Summer and Breathe Deeply Pilates are Great!!!!!! read more

Woohoo! Yes, Summer Doty's "Breathe Deeply" Pilates studio is truly as good as it gets!!! Let's just say, Little Joe Pilates would be very proud of Summer and her merry band of instructor's. I can just say that I'd feel like the "Tin Man" in the Wizard of Oz, Without my strength building workouts with Summer...She makes getting your body, Mind,and spirit into tip-top shape. She's kept this old bag of bones humming like a Ferrari. If you're sore and tired, get your butt's into her studio, and let her get you back into shape! This is truly Quality time well spent! Steve Pereira read more

I've been a client of Summer's at the Breathe Deeply Studio since it opened. I work with her 3 times a week and feel my balance, posture, flexibility, and strength have improved because of the sessions. I've learned so much from her about movements to correct my own body structure that I probably could do the Pilates on my own, but Summer has the unique ability to recognize and correct my issues many times before I can even identify them. I can't imagine not working with her. The studio is filled with amazing Pilates equipment yet the surroundings are very light and airy. read more

I always love class at Breathe Deeply! I mostly take classes with Summer and she never fails to do a thorough full body workout with an incredible eye for postural imbalances. I have been training with Summer for years, fluctuating between 1x-3x a week, and I am so impressed with the variety of excercises and continuously growing and changing repetoire that she offers. All of the instructors at Breathe Deeply are highly qualified, well trained thorough and thoughtful teachers. I am always so satisfied and feeling so good after going to class at Breathe Deeply. read more

I've been coming to this studio for about a year. The instructors I've had have all been good and Summer is the tip-top. I was worried about doing pilates, as i'm in my late 60's and have arthritis. But everyone is quite sensitive and helpful with suggestions about how to do things in a different way. At first, some of the exercises were impossible, but, with encouragement and understanding, I kept working on them until I could do them. I see the results now in being able to go down stairs without pain and charge up hills that had slowed me down. read more

I've enjoyed the in-person classes however I think it is worth mentioning that the online classes have been amazing as well. My time with Summer is always nourishing and strengthening with an energy of kind light-heartedness that makes any exercise experience all that more enjoyable. Not to mention, because it's online I can take the class with my parents in another city which is a great way to feel connected to them. All in all, I highly recommend Breathe Deeply Pilates for both self care and strengthening. read more

My daughter and I started seeing Michele Moyer during the summer with another Mom and daughter. My daughter is 13 and a dancer. Michele put together a great work out for us. Despite our big difference in abilities and age we all got a great workout. Michelle understands dancers and where they need to strengthen to help with and avoid injuries. She also can accommodates my limitations so I get a fantastic workout. I'm so happy I found Michelle. I highly recommend her! My daughter absolutely loves her! read more

Breathe Deeply Pilates is superb. All the trainers are knowledgeable, very pleasant, and encouraging. Summer, the proprietor, manages the facility qite well while still maintaining a relaxed, supportive environment. I have spent a relatively long life being very active physically, maintaining my strength and stamina with a variety of sports and exercises, and now I find that I have many muscle groups that I have left unattended. Summer is helping me become more balanced, which is a terrific. Mike A. read more