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BetterBody Pilates •Pilates•HIIT•Circuit training•Weight training & corrective exercises for athletes•Private TRX & Yoga Hi! I've been in the pilates industry for over 20 years.

I'm Maricar Pratt and I'm the owner of BetterBody Fitness & Pilates. I received my Pilates certification through Physicalmind Institute Pilates in New York. The program required over 600 intensive class hours and 2 years of hands-on training on all Pilates apparatus prior to receiving a certification. I also specialize in HIIT, Certified personal training,Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Performance Enhancement Specialization for Athletes,Behavior Change Specialization, Corrective exercise, weight training for women, private TRX and yoga sessions. I've gained a ton of experience by working with clients from all different walks of life, including young people and seniors. I love to help people feel their best in every way possible,whether that means giving them a great workout or helping them get back on track after an injury. Better Body Fitness & Pilates:
I opened up BetterBody Fitness & pilates in 1999. Since then BetterBody has been serving Calabasas community for over 20 years. It is a fully equipped Pilates studio offering private, semi-private and group instruction. Along with HIIT, Personal Training, Yoga, TRX , Weight loss program and RedCord Training. Our staff of experience and Nationally certified professionals will customize a fitness program for your individual needs, including rehabilitation, pre & post prenatal, dance, golf, improving athletic performance or overall conditioning.Our goal is for our clients to feel better about themselves and achieve their fitness goals.

One thing I've noticed after teaching Pilates for over 25 years...It's not that instructors don't care about anatomy. It...
10/21/2026

One thing I've noticed after teaching Pilates for over 25 years...

It's not that instructors don't care about anatomy. It's that so many were taught in a way that made it feel overwhelming.

You don't need to memorize every muscle, every origin and insertion, or every page in an anatomy textbook to become a better instructor.

You need to understand how the body moves.

You need to know why a client can't get into a position, why one side feels different than the other, what muscles are actually working, and how to modify safely when something doesn't look right.

That's why I created Applied Anatomy & Biomechanics for Fitness Instructors: Anatomy Made Easy.

I built it for instructors who have ever thought:
• "I should know this..."
• "I understand it in class, but then I forget."
• "I don't feel confident explaining anatomy to my clients."

My goal was simple: make anatomy practical, easy to understand, and something you can actually use the next time you teach.

If anatomy has ever made you feel intimidated, you're definitely not alone.

Learn more here:
https://link.msgsndr.com/sp/245b04e4e97

Stop feeling overwhelmed by anatomy. Learn muscles, joints, posture, and biomechanics in a simple, practical online course built for Pilates and fitness instructors.

Behind every good Pilates session is a teacher who pays attention to the little things.From helping you with your alignm...
10/19/2026

Behind every good Pilates session is a teacher who pays attention to the little things.

From helping you with your alignment to guiding you through each movement, our teachers are here to support you along the way.

Whether you're new to Pilates or have been practicing for years, we'd love to have you in the studio.

You know you should be working out. So why is it so hard to actually do it? 😂You get busy. Work gets in the way. Family ...
10/19/2026

You know you should be working out. So why is it so hard to actually do it? 😂

You get busy. Work gets in the way. Family needs something. You tell yourself you’ll exercise tomorrow.

And tomorrow turns into next week.
Sound familiar?

Here’s something people always ask me:

“M𝙖𝙧𝙞, 𝙬𝙝𝙮 𝙙𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙖 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙧? 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙖 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙞𝙤 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙜𝙮𝙢 𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙥𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩!”

They’re right! I have Pilates equipment, weights, and 35 years of fitness experience.
But guess what?

I’ll start my workout, notice the floors need mopping, remember an email I need to answer, or get distracted by something happening at the studio.

And there goes my workout! 😂
That’s why I called Mike.

Not because I don’t know how to exercise.
Because I need someone to hold 𝗠𝗘 accountable, too!
When I book an appointment with Mike, I show up. Someone else plans my workout (I don't have to think), he challenges me, corrects my form, and makes sure I finish what I started.
For that hour, I get to focus on myself.

And that’s exactly what I want for my BetterBody clients.
Pilates is wonderful, but combining Pilates with strength training is even better!
Pilates helps you move with control, improve balance, mobility, and body awareness. Pilates works the deep stabilizing muscles! Strength training helps you build and maintain muscle and support bone health as you age.

But here’s the important part…
The best workout in the world doesn’t do much if you can’t stay consistent.
Sometimes you don’t need another workout video, another gym membership, or more equipment.

You need someone who knows YOU, understands your body, and makes sure you show up.

That’s what we do at BetterBody Pilates. Private, personalized sessions where you’re not just another person in a crowded class.

Want to stop starting over and finally make exercise part of your life?

Comment 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗚 and we’ll send you information about getting started with private Pilates at BetterBody.

Because taking care of yourself shouldn’t always be the last thing on your to-do list. ❤️

Muscle, strength, and stability naturally decline as we age. But that doesn't mean you have to accept it. Pilates is a l...
10/14/2026

Muscle, strength, and stability naturally decline as we age. But that doesn't mean you have to accept it.

Pilates is a low-impact way to rebuild what matters most for everyday life: balance, strength, flexibility, and easier daily movement. Getting up from a chair, climbing stairs, and carrying groceries all feel better when your body is strong and steady.

It's never too late to start, and you don't need to be "in shape" first. A good instructor will meet you where you are.

Growing a little miracle while staying strong. 🤍Prenatal Pilates is designed to help you feel your best throughout your ...
10/12/2026

Growing a little miracle while staying strong. 🤍
Prenatal Pilates is designed to help you feel your best throughout your pregnancy, with every movement adjusted to fit your body and your stage. Come as you are, and we'll meet you there. Book your session through our website.

EMS is more than the suit. ⚡It’s about how you move, how your instructor guides you, and how technology adds another lay...
10/12/2026

EMS is more than the suit. ⚡
It’s about how you move, how your instructor guides you, and how technology adds another layer to your workout.
The technology matters. Your movement matters, too.

Ready to experience Pilates + EMS?
🔗 betterbodyems.com

Sometimes someone else can see what you can't feel.
10/10/2026

Sometimes someone else can see what you can't feel.

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5733 Las Virgenes Road #B
Calabasas, CA
91302

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5am
Tuesday 7am - 5am
Wednesday 7am - 5am
Thursday 7am - 5am
Friday 7am - 5am

Telephone

+18182244734

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