293 Ball park Road
Sewanee, TN 37375
and on Zoom app
(423) 322-1443
Monday-Friday
8a-7p
Private sessions available by appointment.
I started the Beginner Pilates class in January. My goal was to work on my core strength and balance. I am no longer going to the chiropractor and I feel that I am improving my balance and posture. Being able to continue these sessions over Zoom has helped me so much during this time of social distancing.
Martha K.
Kim at Bodyworks has changed my life. Not only has she been able to take away longstanding pain, but she's taught me about body awareness and alignment so that now, in my 60s, I feel better than I did in my 20s. She's warmhearted and funny, and she has an eagle's eye for the hundreds of ways a body can start to get off kilter. Her classes rarely seem hard. They simply perform miracles.
Erin M.
Kim’s Pilates classes are not to be missed! Kim is so knowledgeable, positive, and kind. Her classes move you in an organized pattern to maximize each person’s potential. Her classes as well as her private lessons are designed to not only support each person, but also to challenge each one. I look forward to her wisdom, her expertise, and her charming personality each week.
Anne S.
I started working with Kim Butters in 2008. I have pretty severe scoliosis, and my spine is rotated. On top of that, one leg is an inch shorter than the other. My pain and stiffness got progressively worse, and I was having visions of ending up in a wheelchair.
When I met Kim, I started to see that exercise could help me more than the surgeries I had been recommended. I've grown 1/2 inch in height at a time when my friends are shrinking. I can ride a bike, garden, hike, and manage well on a day-to-day basis after starting to work with Kim. Every time I've had an injury or new ache, Kim has taught me how to strengthen my joints and improve my balance, so I can heal and keep going.
I am more grateful for her help than I can ever express, and I intend to keep attending her classes as long as I can.
Kathy S.
I have taken Pilates classes with Kim Butters ever since she began offering them in Sewanee. When I am faithful in my attendance, I am definitely in better shape, feel healthier, and keep my weight more under control. Kim has a special gift of sensitivity to the needs of those in her classes. She is unfailingly cheerful and encouraging, which inspires me to keep coming to class. I would recommend Kim and her work to anyone.
Liza is very clear in her directions for the various exercises in her class. She allows for adaptations to a range of abilities. She is very professional, positive, and encouraging.
Yolande G.
Kim Butters is an excellent teacher. Her instructions are easy to understand (though not necessarily easy to do!), and her approach is always positive and caring. My primary care doctor and (especially) chiropractor are very happy that I'm practicing Pilates. After I had been taking Kim's classes for a while, some friends came to visit and we went hiking. They commented that my stride seemed smoother and easier than when we had hiked in the past - all the credit for that goes to the improved balance and stronger core that come from Pilates classes.
Laurie S.
I have taken Pilates with Kim for the 13 years she has taught in Sewanee. It has helped me with strength, flexibility, balance, and relaxation. It prepared me for knee surgery and helped me to recover quickly. What makes Kim’s classes unique is her sensitivity to what kind of exercise we might need week to week and her personal care of all of us. How lucky we are to have her on the mountain. -Barbara Prunty
Barbara P.
I had zero experience with Pilates before my first session with Bruce, and all it took was one session with him to realize how much it matters to have a good instructor when you are being introduced to a new discipline like Pilates. Bruce has the obvious gift of being able to quickly assess his clients needs, limitations, and goals because of his second to none ability to listen and allow his clients to feel heard. Without hesitation I would recommend Bruce to anyone.
Will D.
The YouFit class with instructor Betsy Miller is exactly what I was looking for here on the mountain! This class is as good as any class I’ve taken at a big city YMCA. The hour long class works every muscle group and at the end you have more energy than when you started. I have seen improvement in my strength and muscle tone since I began the class. Best of all -it’s fun with good music and great people! Betsy makes sure everyone works at the fitness level that’s best for them.
Deb D.
Pippa’s yoga class was great! I don’t remember ever feeling so relaxed after a yoga class!
Teresa M.
I love my Pilates class with Bruce. He is so good at seeing your strengths and weaknesses and adjusts the classes to accommodate them. He is very knowledgeable, insightful and fun to have as an instructor
Rob M.
Great workout!! Fun class that incorporated cardio and weights in a safe, clean environment. Betsy is very knowledgeable(good demonstrations and questions!) and made helpful suggestions to accommodate my restrictions. Would definitely take Betsy’s class again!
Cheryl G.
I would like to express my appreciation for the wonderful programs offered at Bodyworks Youniversity. Kim Butters has been very helpful at customizing a Pilates exercise program to meet my changing needs. I deal with managing scoliosis, arthritis and fibromyalgia. We have been working on building core and limb strength. This work has improved my posture and stamina, enabling me to be more active.
Judy M.
When I retired in my late sixties, I never imagined I would feel this good in my mid-eighties. I owe it all to Bodyworks Pilates classes(and maybe a few good genes).
Sarah C.
I am 79 years old and have been doing the Pilates classes at Bodyworks for the last 11 years and walking everyday. I have no aches or pains and even the osteopenia in my hips has gone away.
Edeltraude P.