Rachel Robertson runs The Energy Within, a Pilates studio on the northeast corner of Highway 101 and Encinitas Boulevard. Robertson has been teaching Pilates since 1993 and studied several modalities on the way to becoming a master trainer, qualifying her to train potential instructors. The spacious, sunny studio has classes every hour and private sessions are available for $80 an hour.
New clients start with three private sessions with Robertson so she can evaluate individual fitness and training goals. Beginners and experts are welcome to participate in classes that are kept small, with no more than five students. Pilates is a challenging yet gentle workout that stresses core strength and benefits the entire body.