Business Details
Your Premier Pilates & TRX Training Center in Bedford, NH
At Symmetry Pilates Center, we are dedicated to transforming lives through personalized fitness solutions rooted in the STOTT PILATES methodology and TRX strength training. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, and athletic conditioning, ensuring every client receives expert guidance tailored to their unique needs. Founded by Cheryl Alden, a lead STOTT PILATES instructor trainer and physical therapist, we combine clinical expertise with cutting-edge fitness techniques to serve both beginners and seasoned athletes. Our approach emphasizes core strength, functional mobility, and injury prevention, supported by a commitment to continuous education and industry-leading certifications.We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where clients gain the knowledge and confidence to achieve their fitness goals safely and effectively. Through one-on-one private sessions, group classes, and specialized workshops, we deliver programs that promote long-term health, body awareness, and balanced muscle development. Our reputation as New Hampshire's premier Pilates and TRX training destination is built on measurable results, client-centered care, and a deep understanding of biomechanics. We stand by our mission to empower individuals through intelligent exercise, ensuring every session contributes meaningfully to their overall well-being.
Services
Pilates Mat/Reformer
TRX Functional Strength
Athletic Conditioning
Pre/Post Rehab
Virtual Training
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with physical therapy and rehabilitation expertise
- Personalized programs combining STOTT PILATES, TRX, and functional training
- Specialized pre/post-rehabilitation and athletic conditioning services
- Owner-led instruction with 20+ years of Pilates teaching experience
- Comprehensive postural analysis and movement assessment included
Associations and certifications
- STOTT PILATES
Services
Pilates Mat/Reformer
Our STOTT PILATES mat and reformer classes combine controlled movements with core strengthening principles. Each session incorporates breathwork, posture alignment, and progressive resistance to build balanced strength and flexibility. Certified instructors guide clients through customized sequences that improve functional mobility while preventing injuries through proper biomechanical patterns.
TRX Functional Strength
TRX suspension training utilizes bodyweight resistance to develop functional strength and stability. Our certified trainers design programs that enhance athletic performance, improve joint mobility, and correct muscular imbalances through dynamic, multi-planar movements tailored to individual fitness levels and goals.
Athletic Conditioning
Athletic conditioning programs integrate Pilates and TRX methodologies to boost power, agility, and endurance. These sessions focus on sport-specific movement patterns, core stabilization, and injury prevention strategies for athletes seeking enhanced performance in competitive environments or recreational activities.
Pre/Post Rehab
Our pre/post-rehabilitation services combine physical therapy expertise with Pilates-based rehabilitation. Certified instructors conduct movement assessments to create individualized programs addressing musculoskeletal conditions, post-surgical recovery, and chronic pain management through controlled, therapeutic exercises that restore functional mobility.
Virtual Training
Virtual training delivers personalized Pilates and TRX workouts through live video sessions. Certified instructors provide real-time feedback and program adjustments to maintain proper form and progression, ensuring effective home workouts that align with in-studio training objectives.
People
Cheryl Alden
Owner/Instructor
Cheryl Alden, a University of Vermont graduate and physical therapist, has specialized in Pilates instruction for over 20 years. As New Hampshire's lead STOTT PILATES instructor trainer, she teaches certification courses and rehabilitation programs while maintaining an active role in client training.
Jennifer Battistello
Instructor
Jennifer Battistello holds STOTT PILATES and TRX certifications with additional training in injury rehabilitation. Her background in psychology and technology informs her client-centered approach to fitness instruction, focusing on intelligent exercise programming for diverse populations.
Christie Chartier
Instructor
Christie Chartier brings 20+ years of Pilates instruction experience, holding STOTT PILATES certifications in mat/reformer and special populations. Her teaching emphasizes body awareness principles to help clients achieve progressive, lifelong fitness improvements through proper alignment and movement patterns.
Questions
What Pilates equipment do you use?
We use STOTT PILATES reformers, TRX suspension trainers, and complementary tools like stability balls, resistance bands, and fitness circles.
Do you offer beginner Pilates classes?
Yes, we provide introductory sessions and modified group classes specifically designed for beginners with no prior experience required.
Are your instructors certified?
All instructors hold STOTT PILATES certifications and additional credentials in physical therapy, TRX, and rehabilitation training.
Can Pilates help with injury recovery?
Our pre/post-rehabilitation programs integrate Pilates principles to support recovery from injuries under the guidance of physical therapy-trained instructors.
What should I wear to a session?
Wear comfortable workout clothes that allow movement, and bring socks for hygiene during reformer exercises.
Do you offer virtual training options?
Yes, we provide online Pilates and TRX sessions with personalized programming accessible from home.
