Archive for the Testimonials Category
Ronda Priestner is Amazing
My teenage daughter has been coming here for about six months upon the recommendation of her physical therapist. She has scoliosis. Not only has the pilates provided pain relief, but due to Rhonda's deep knowledge and understanding, my daughter's self-esteem has improved tremendously. Highly re
Ronda Does It All
We have been chiropractors in El Cerrito for 27+ years. We are overjoyed that we have Ronda to refer our patients to. Whether it is for rehabilitation following an injury or surgery, flexibility and core strengthening to support spinal stability, or toning and conditioning to maintain health and wel
Ronda is a Superstar!
I've been going to FitWise Pilates for weekly private sessions for a little over 3 months. This is my very first experience with Pilates and I love it! Ronda is one of those rare people with a true gift for healing. Not only am I out of shape, significantly overweight, and disinclined to exer
Cannot Recommend Ronda Highly Enough
If you have never tried Pilates, then this would be a fantastic introduction. I cannot recommend Ronda Priestner, the owner, highly enough. The studio is lovely and full of light, Ronda is a delight and her classes are fun and rewarding. I started doing pilates over a year ago and the results
Hooray for Ronda!
FITWISE PILATES offers individually tailored pilates treatment and rehabilitation programs. Ronda Priestner, the principal instructor on-site, not only looks at the physical rehabilitation needs but also addresses the whole body. My program included back strengthening, increased physical stren
In Praise of Ronda
I am new to the area and I was looking for a challenging workout program with someone who could both "push" and encourage me. Rhonda more than fit the bill. She creates both a dynamic and fun enviornment simulaneously and really works extremely hard to encourage people to work to the maxiumum of h
Ronda Deserves the Highest Possible Recommendation
I have a history of lower back stiffness and tried Pilates on the recommendation of my chiropractor starting about a year ago. Ronda's classes have improved my flexibility and reduced the stiffness in my back more than I expected, and the improvement continues. She's friendly, knowledgeable, o
Kudos for Ronda!
If Ronda was not the caliber of instructor (and person) that she is, I would not have stayed with her for the past 21 months - and I intend on continuing. I attend twice a week and look forward to the sessions. Having had private and class sessions, I can see her connection with and awareness
Ronda Brings Pilates Down to Earth
Her method of teaching and training is not just about exercise, but about living life to the fullest and respecting and loving your body. The classes are very personal and tailored to your specific body needs. The studio is small but offers everything you need to get a great Pilates workout. I've
We Love Ronda!
The studio is very friendly and welcoming. There's not the size/weight hang ups, but the desire to make people healthy, flexible, strong, confident and happy. You feel challenged and engaged during every session. Unlike many gym classes and studios with giant classes, Ronda watches everyone in cl












