Pilates North in the Media

The Hockey News, 2023
By: Steve Warne

Chychrun Gives Fans Glimpse at Training, Healthcare and Nutrition Regimen.

“From there, it was off to see movement specialist Lisa Schklar, who literally walked all over Chychrun to improve the state of both muscle tissue and bone. He also hit all kinds of movement drills, many of them with an exercise ball, to increase core strength and flexibility.”

PHNX Sports, 2023
By CRAIG MORGAN

Inside the rise of Clayton Keller to bona fide NHL superstar.

“Keller wasn’t just focused on rehabilitating his leg once his doctors told him that he would enjoy a 100-percent recovery after surgery. He was focused on every aspect of performance under the sun. Aside from his work with the Coyotes staff, he did Zoom sessions three times per week with Toronto-based movement specialist Lisa Schklar”..

NBC Sports, 2022
By PHILIP HERSH

Jason Brown Returns to Figure Skating With an ‘Impossible Dream’.

“He skated respectably if not flawlessly at the Japan Open and realized he still had a love for competition, a feeling magnified by how good he felt physically. His regular off-ice sessions, both virtually and in person, with core movement specialist Lisa Schklar had kept him energetic and healthy while doing 50 shows between April and August.”

SELF Magazine. 2022
Jason Brown

Everything A Pro Figure Skater Does to Stay in Peak Condition…

“To Stay In Peak Condition”… I started working with this Pilates instructor Lisa Schklar. She has changed my life. She has helped me feel strong and almost feel like I have this longevity that I never felt like I had. We do a lot of different balance exercises, a lot of core, almost self-massage type exercises to like loosen up some of my muscles.It truly, truly is a game changer and I’m so grateful for her.”

NBC Sports, 2020
By Sean Leahy

Whatever it Takes’ documentary details Connor McDavid’s road to recovery.

“It was more showing that taking the approach that we ultimately did with him, to go non-surgically, was an option for players going forward, depending on the circumstance, obviously, and depending on the injury. Taking that approach is pretty inspiring for other athletes, whether they’re pro or even amateur athletes…”

Hockey Hall Of Fame
Summer 2009

The Stanley Cup comes to Pilates North

Mike Zigomanis has returned home for the summer to continue his off-ice training with Lisa Schklar of Pilates North in Richmond Hill. In 1995 a tradition started wherein each member of the Cup-winning team is allowed to retain the Cup for a day. As a member of the championship team, Zigomanis had the Cup on July 26, and made time to stop at Pilates North to help raise money for Sick Kids Hospital.

Pilates Style Magazine 2014
By Anne Marie O’Connor

Today Pilates North is much more than a studio. We have created a community for all our Pilates friends to come, grow and share. Knowing the work, care and time we have put into building our business makes the success even more enjoyable. And how many people can say they get to work with their best friend every day….

Richmond Hill Liberal, 2013
By Jean Ko Din

Challenging Pilates Barre Workout Attracting Clients

“Rachel Schklar is co-owner of Pilates North and Lisa’s twin sister. Rachel has a background in dance and explains the value of repetitive exercises, meant to concentrate on the movements. “You can challenge yourself as you begin to understand the choreography,” said Rachel. “Through the repetitive motion, you feel a sense of accomplishment…”

Globe and Mail, 2012

by Monique Savin

Former NHL Player trades hours of gym time for a Vegan Diet.

““I’ve been going to Pilates North for six years, four times a week. It helps me deal with and prevent injuries. I came to it after ab surgery in 2004. I like strengthening my core with Lisa Schklar. Since then I’ve had shoulder, hip and hand surgeries – all hockey related – and the Pilates and vegan diet help my body heal…”

BlogTO, 2016
By aliceprender


The Top 20 Pilates Studios in Toronto by Neighbourhood.

Yes, you’ll have to exit the downtown core to get to Pilates North, but it’s well worth the trip. The 3,500 square foot studio has an impressive roster of classes ranging from traditional pilates to TRX suspension training and Ugi Ball work outs.

Pilates North hosts Restaurant Makeover
The Food Network, 2007

“After a back injury sidelines Igor, Glen Peloso brings the hardy construction worker to Pilates North for some back-to-work rehabilitation.
Season 4 – Pita Pit/Rifca’s Kitchen episode Sam and Rifca came to Canada over 25 years ago with nothing but their entrepreneurial spirit and hope for a better life…”

CTV Canada AM, 2008
By Beverly Thompson


“Nine years ago two sisters, Lisa and Rachel Schklar, left the corporate world to start a Pilates fitness business. Today, without any help from outside agencies, their company is thriving.
Rachel and Lisa of Pilates North to discuss the upcoming Federal election and whats on the Small Business Ballot…”

Richmond Hill Liberal, 2007
By Newmarket Era



“A Richmond Hill fitness studio held two classes to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Fund.Pilates North was one of eight studios in Canada to join the Pilates for Pink Campaign. Pilates North raised $1,600 which will be added to the $150,000 the campaign was looking to raise across Canada….”

Rogers Daytime, York Region Rogers TV

Fitness for York Region

As a repeat guest of Rogers Television Daytime, Lisa offers information on health and fitness issues for the York Region community… And gives Jacqueline and George a thorough workout!

Scotiabank
Get Growing for Business Publication, 2009



“With just enough money for one month’s rent and none for advertising, twin sisters Rachel and Lisa Schklar opened Pilates North nine years ago in a 700 square foot studio and began going door to door to find customers willing to try one of their five weekly classes – for free! Today this thriving small business runs 50 fully registered classes per week, trains professional athletes, has moved to a 3000 square foot studio, has a continual wait list and twelve trainers on staff – all of whom were once customers.