On the last day of my vacation, I woke up with a very painful stiff neck. Upon returning home I tired to find relief through chiropractic, deep tissue massage, used thermal patches and heat to try to bring mobility to the neck and relief from the pain. The most relief though came at my Pilates class when I was placed on a mat on the floor with a small ball under my neck and hands and fingers worked the soft tissues where the pain was so bad. After class I left with more mobility in my neck and a whole lot less pain.

— Becky

Sharla Mulhern is a major ‘Health Facilitator! Sharla has worked with me, for 3 decades, starting with Pilates on weekly and biweekly appointments (as schedules allowed). 17 years ago I had a major stroke, and it took me a year to walk again!  That being said, I am positive that the core strength I had built under Sharla’s care was a huge asset in this amazing recovery.

Sharla was not satisfied, however, with her wonderful communication skills, kind approach, and consistent Pilates instruction, she has also become proficient in Barral nerve manipulation, which has benefited the nerve and sciatic pain which are the result of the stroke paralysis on my right side.  She has also become proficient in cranial sacral techniques which calms anxiety and tension. Sharla is a consummate student….I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!! 

— Naomi R.

I am really becoming a believer in Yamuna - I was in so much pain and you saved me!

— Alex F.

This is better than a massage!

— Naomi & Becky

I’m so glad I came here - I didn’t know why I put it off!

— Kelly C.

I began taking pilates classes the age of 50. I found Sharla’s classes at 55, thank goodness! At Esprit Pilates Sharla brings to the table her vast knowledge and experience of Pilates, yoga, booty bar, TRX, aerobics, and Yamuna ball rolling! Her Pilates classes have changed my life, renewed my flexibility, for strength, and body resistance. When I leave her sessions I feel fluid, graceful and I can MOVE! I’ll take these classes forever! You’ve got to come try to for yourself!

— Nancy R.

Sharla is amazing! I highly recommend Sharla because she is a very skilled bodyworker. Her work has helped me heal nagging back pain and recover from a car accident. I had seen many other therapist for this pain, but she was able to help my body to let it go.  She creates a very calm and welcoming environment and I look forward to seeing her every time I travel to AZ.

— Tiffany C.

Sharla offers personalized treatments that enhance flexibility, reduce pain, and promote relaxation through her expertise in Pilates and cranialsacral therapy.  She focuses on identifying tension and misalignment in the body, providing tailored adjustments to improve posture and overall well-being in just one hour, making it an ideal option for relieving stress after a long day.

— Dr. Libby H.

I've been doing group Pilates and working out with Sharla for about 8 years. I love how she has made me aware of my own body and of muscles I didn't know I could ever perceive. Her attentive corrections, sometimes tiny, make a whole lot of difference in my posture and the results I see.  Besides, the visualizations she comes up with to make us understand what she wants our bodies to do not only work , but crack me up and thus stay in my mind.

— Solita M.

I read over and over again that a key to a long and healthy life is to keep moving. So I move! For ten years, I have participated multiple times each week in Pilates and barre classes taught by Sharla of Esprit Pilates. I’m confident my strength and balance are improved by the classes. I enjoy the small group interaction and that Sharla accommodates differences among the participants. Who knew something so good for you could be so much fun?

— Jeanne H.

I had some uncomfortable clicking in the right side of my jaw and it was getting worse as the days went on. Sharla helped relieve the clicking in my jaw using neuro manipulation and cranial sacral therapy! My jaw no longer clicks! I have also seen Sharla for hip adjustments using yamana! I sit at a computer for most of the day and sometimes my pelvis gets twisted. I used to drive far to see a physical therapist but now I strictly see Sharla for all my adjustments.

— Jamie H.