Fort Myers, FL

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a place where you can breathe, stretch, play, flex, jump, develop, reflect and be accepted for who you are with coaches who understand what you are becoming.

IM=X® Pilates & Fitness offers pilates reinvented, re-choreographed, and reconstructed to include other physical disciplines. IM=X® updates concepts and practices to reflect the newest research on fitness, cardiovascular training and spine stabilization; and thus is truly the next evolution of pilates fitness workouts.

Fort Myers

10952 Eagle Village Drive, Ste 410D
Fort Myers, FL 33913

239-922-7420

fortmyers@imxpilates.com

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Reach your goals with an IM=X® Personal Trainer

One-on-one sessions are customized to meet your needs and goals, provide accountability and motivation, and to ensure superior results. Get the benefits of working with a certified IM=X professional who cares!

Fort Myers Instructors

Jill Bushee

IM=X® Pilates Studio Owner

Emily Bushee

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor/Office Manager

Joan Spiegel

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor

Jessica Mafale

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor

Alyssa Danner

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor

Karissa Zafiriou

IM=X Pilates Instructor

Jill Bushee

IM=X® Pilates Studio Owner

Jill Bushee is a new IM=X franchise owner. She has her basic IM=X Pilates certification and Tower Barre Certification. She is extremely blessed to have the opportunity to work with such an amazing franchise. Her passion for IM=X Pilates started with disc herniations in 2016 from just one Cross Fit class. IM=X Pilates was her saving grace during this time. After a few months of physical therapy, there was still no relief. She decided to give IM=X Pilates a try. When she walked into an IM=X Pilates studio she could barely get down on the floor to do the free private session. After the session she got off the floor and felt a huge difference in the pain level she was feeling before the session. Her passion to help others feel the same way she did that day is what started her IM=X Franchise journey. When moving to Florida in June of 2020, she could not find another Pilates studio that even came close to the workout and benefits IM=X Pilates had to offer. Fast forward two years...she is EXCITED to bring IM=X Pilates to Fort Myers, Florida.

Emily Bushee

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor/Office Manager

Emily Bushee is the daughter of Rich and Jill Bushee. Emily is a new Floridian that is looking forward to starting her career as a IM=X Pilates Instructor as well as Jill's office manager. Emily has her Basic IM=X Pilates certification and Tower Barre certification. She is excited about furthering her education with IM=X. Emily is an esthetician but COVID made her have second thoughts on that career path. She struggles from back pain from lifting heavy weights in the gym and IM=X has helped her tremendously. Emily is passionate about helping others and looks forward to meeting you!

Joan Spiegel

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor

Joan Spiegel has her basic IM=X Pilates Certification. She is certified on both the floor and Xercizer formats. As a life-long fitness enthusiast, Joan maintains an active lifestyle and understands the importance of movement and exercise to remaining physically and mentally healthy as we age. Before becoming an IM=X instructor, Joan was an attorney and completed in more than seven half marathons. She has been a Pilates, Yoga, Barre student at various locations throughout the country. Joan became an IM=X enthusiast after realizing that the IM=X programs provide the perfect balance of spinal elongation, core stability, and strength training necessary for clients of all ages to remain active and injury free as they age. As an IM=X instructor she is passionate about helping every student discover the multiple benefits of incorporating safe and healthy exercise into their lives. "Exercise not only changes your body, it changes your mind, attitude, and your mood" (Unknown)

Jessica Mafale

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor

Jessica started her Pilates journey in 2003 after her son was born. After experiencing a total body transformation, she was hooked and signed up or the comprehensive Pilates training program through Balanced Body University. Through Balanced Body, she completed Mat 1&2, Reformer 1,2,&3, Chair, Ladder Barrel, Trapeze/Cadillac, and Bodhi (suspension system). She later completed Barre training through Total Barre. Jessica was a studio owner in Minnesota prior to moving to Florida in 2020. Prior to opening her own studio, she was a contracted instructor at North Ballet Academy and Yoga Soul Center in the Twin Cities. Jessica was introduced to IM=X Pilates and Fitness in 2022 and has completed her IM=X® Basic Certification. IM=X® Pilates and Fitness was a game changer to say the least. She loved how challenging, effective, and safe the workouts were for clients who presented with minor to severe back issues. The science and research behind the workouts and exercises is a total modern day approach to the traditional work of Joseph Pilates. Jessica enjoys working with clients of all ages and abilities. Her goal is to help clients find joy through movement. "Change happens through movement and movement heals" - Joseph Pilates

Alyssa Danner

IM=X® Pilates Certified Instructor

Originally from Chicago, Illinois, I recently moved to Fort Myers, Florida to study Psychology at Florida Gulf Coast University. With years of dance experience, I've had experience in Pilates, Yoga, and Barre based workouts that helped in flexibility, posture, alignment and building lean muscles. Upon discovering IM=X® Pilates, I learned that this program helps a wide variety of age groups and creates benefits that apply in every day life. I knew I wanted to be a part of the IM=X Pilates of Fort Myers team that teaches workouts with a focus on growing, personalizing, and empowering the clients. As an instructor, I hope to invest my training into helping clients take control of their body and extend their capacity. I have recently become certified In the IM=X Basic program and I look forward to continuing my education,

Karissa Zafiriou

IM=X Pilates Instructor

Karissa is from the suburbs of Chicago and found her new home in Florida while pursuing an education at Florida Gulf Coast University. She is certified in the IM=X Basic certification. Having a background in dance, she discovered a deep appreciation for the expressive power of movement early on. After her years of training as a dancer. she discovered weight training, which has pushed her limits to achieving new levels of physical fitness. In addition to her passion for dance and weight lifting, she found satisfaction and fulfillment in combining the two with IM=X Pilates. The unique blend of strength, flexibility, and core stability offered by IM=X has allowed her to overall further enhance her overall physical well being. She is excited to share her experience and get to know each of her clients on an individual level.

IM=X® Introductory Specials
New Clients Only
One Month Trial: $189
FREE Introductory Private
FREE Introductory Class

IM=X® Unlimited Semi-Private Memberships: Grand Opening Specials of 10% Off!
3 Month Unlimited Membership – $215 per month or $595 Paid in Full
6 Month Unlimited Membership – $197 per month or $1,082 Paid in Full
12 Month Unlimited Membership – $170 per month or $1,890 Paid in Full

IM=X® Semi-Private Packages:
Single Semi-Private Session – $35
10 Semi-Private Sessions – $325
20 Semi-Private Sessions – $600

IM=X® Private Training Packages
Single Session – $85
10 Session Package – $825
20 Session Package – $1,600
40 Session Package – $3,120

IM=X® Duet Training Packages
Train with a Friend!
Single Session – $60 per person
10 Session Package – $550 per person
20 Session Package – $1,000 per person
40 Session Package – $1,900 per person

IM=X® Elite Membership
Get you the attention you deserve with one weekly Private Training session along with unlimited classes!
3 Month Elite Membership $458 or $1,274 Paid in Full
6 Month Elite Membership $440 or $2490 Paid in Full
12 Month Elite Membership $413 or $4,456 Paid in Full

IM=X® Gift Cards

Studio Policies:

Grip socks are required for your safety. We will have them to purchase if you should forget or just want a new pair.
Please arrive 10 minutes before start of class. We have plenty of seating and a spot to place your shoes. Spend this time making friends and getting ready for much needed YOU time!
Late arrivals will be allowed to participate in class up to 5 minutes after class begins. Please enter quietly and we will assist you if you should need any help.
Please wash hands or use hand sanitizer upon arrival. Your safety and well-being is important to us.
Masks are optional.
Please do not come to class if you have a cold or flu like symptoms. Take time to rest and get better! Let’s keep everyone safe and healthy.
Please leave all personal belongings in the car or at home. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Cell phones are permitted as long as they are silenced and kept with you during your class. We all spend our days plugged in, but we would love for you to take an hour and focus just on YOU!
Stay HYDRATED! We will have a water station for you to fill up! Please do not bring glass water bottles to class. We will have reusable water bottles to purchase if you should forget to bring one.
Please wipe down all equipment used during your class with the provided disinfectant and set your equipment the way you found it at the beginning of the class. This will help the next client.
Please feel free to bring your own ring, handles, foot loops, or mat. We will, however, have everything you will need to have an amazing workout!
We will show up 100% for you, every class, every day, so please let us know if there is anything at all we can help you with to achieve your goals.
Be kind and supportive of your fellow classmates. Remember The Golden Rule!

Late cancel and no-show policy:

You must cancel at least 12 hours prior to class time schedule. If you fail to cancel on time or no show, a $15.00 fee will automatically be charged to the credit card provided. Please remove yourself from class via your MindBody account or reach out to us via email or phone.
You can schedule your session up to 30 minutes before the start of class through your MindBody online account from our website or your MindBody app.
Should you need to cancel a private session, we ask for 24-hour notice or the session will be deducted from your account.
Our instructors are here to help you get the most out of your membership and workouts. If you have any questions about how to modify/intensify any exercise, PLEASE ASK! We encourage you to take advantage of our private sessions in addition to group sessions to get the most out of your membership.

Stepping the intensity up a notch, IM=X® incorporates cardio and strength-training elements for optimal sculpting success…utilizing pelvic and ribcage stabilization techniques…plyometric jump segments sprinkled throughout the workout which was created by exercise physiologist Elyse McNergney.”

- PilatesStyle Magazine

Here is one equation that will keep you fit! The benefits of an IM=X® workout have been discovered by many pro athletes, including members of the New York Mets …IM=X® offers a cross-conditioning system focusing on muscle efficiency through posture and core endurance. The comprehensive program includes resistance training, plyometrics and innovative formats…IM=X® brings intensity and efficiency to functional-strength and flexibility training.”

- Physical Magazine

I recently found a method of training that uses aspects of pilates but is geared towards the non-dancer…This method is called IM=X® which stands for Integrated Movement Xercize. Based on pilates, IM=X® puts more emphasis on strength…If you do the exercises consistently, with proper form, you will see and feel the difference!”

- Women’s Fitness

Integrated Movement Xercize (IM=X®). It’s loosely based on pilates — a muscle toning and flexibility program –but IM=X® is a formula that packs more of a strength-training punch. IM=X® pioneer Elyse McNergney leads exercisers through a series of toning and stretching moves on a sturdier version of the pilates reformer (The Xercizer) …You’ll gladly groan through the 30-60 minutes of body shaping.”

-Fitness Magazine

I had a fitness epiphany in a class called IM=X®. Created by Elyse McNergney, M.Ed., M.A., IM=X® stands for Integrated Movement Xercize…Each repetition demanded extreme concentration. My legs shook because despite all my training, they didn’t recognize – and couldn’t handle – the new movements…I broke a sweat and was thrilled to feel the lower part of my abs burn…The IM=X® class passed my fitness test: I was sore and sweaty. But, more than that, the next morning my run seemed a little boring in comparison.”

-Shape Magazine

You need strong core muscles, front and back, to keep your spine elongated and healthy says Jeffrey Goldstein, M.D., a spine surgeon at the Hospital for Joint Diseases…so we asked Elyse McNergney, founder of IM=X® to design a back-focused workout exclusively for SELF…In two weeks, you’ll have better posture and more powerful muscles. But don’t stop there! Within four weeks, you’re bound to look great in any bare-back style, because a strong back is a sexy back — and that feels good all over.”

- Self Magazine

Built to withstand heavy usage, the Xercizer, is an updated version of the original reformer that features an extra-durable, industrial design. This innovative piece offers a variety of resistance levels that accommodate a wide range of users, and allows individuals to perform, among other things, abdominal and bicep curls, back and triceps extensions, and leg presses. The Xercizer is supported by the company’s IM=X® Program, a turn-key Pilates package designed specifically for fitness facilities.”

- Fitness Industry Technology