First stop: 45th Street

This is the first stop for Be. PILATES & FITNESS. The building is on the south end of East 45th Street in Garden City, tucked away near the river. It was just remodeled and is pristine. The owner is careful to select businesses that will complement each other to share the space. He is sure a Pilates studio will be a perfect fit, and we agree!

Turns out our fit is the problem! I have tried every creative configuration I could think of but can’t get more than 6 reformers in the space. The 8-foot ceilings make for a tight squeeze above while doing standing work, too.

The space feels good. Everyone I’ve have met is kind and welcoming. Despite all my best efforts, I simply can’t make it work. This isn’t going to be our perfect home after all.