I've been working with Tom since 2004 and truly believe that his unique style of teaching and exercises helped me earn my 12 medals in the Athens, Beijing and London Olympics.

– Natalie Coughlin,
Olympic Gold Medal Swimmer

Tom's Pilates and Yoga program played a significant role in my success. He helped me move more efficiently in the water, avoid injuries, and improve my functional strength.

– Misty Hyman,
Olympic Gold Medal Swimmer

The Center of Balance is a great place for people from all walks of life, for healthy individuals looking for core strength, for athletes, dancers, for people with injuries, people recovering from illness etc.

– Sarah W

Thanks to working with terrific trainers at Center of Balance, I did not become exhausted wandering at the San Jose Jazz Festival last weekend and, literally, felt no pain.

– Fran

After two babies, I suffered chronic hip pain that disappeared after strengthening my core and increasing flexibility through Tom's workout.

– Rozanne D

The Center of Balance and its teachers helped change my life. Not only am I 20 lbs lighter with better tone and strength in my muscles, but I have learned more about the human body and how it works than I ever did in any science class.

– Monica S

I've gained a greater understanding of Pilates including the core, breathing, and engaging of muscles. I leave class feeling stretched and as if I've worked, but also energized and aligned. I love it!

– Hollie H

About Center of Balance

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Center of Balance is excited to be one of the first studios to enhance our movement program with the CoreAlign System.

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Center of Balance has been a leading teacher training center since 2001, with Pilates mat & equipment and CoreAlign courses directed by Tom McCook.

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“Best Pilates Studio in the Bay Area.” - San Francisco Magazine

Upcoming Events & Updates

8 Used CoreAligns for Sale

$900 Each!
We are replacing all 8 of our original Balanced Body CoreAlign units (without the ladders). They are in good condition and we have treated them kindly over the years. For comparison, a new Balanced Body CoreAlign unit would cost $2495, plus tax and shipping. We’re selling each unit for $900 total. You will need to purchase a ladder, and we can provide a dealer discount to you for ordering.

The units can be picked up at Center of Balance in Mountain View, CA after January 20!

Please contact Karen at or 650-967-6414 if you are interested!

Pilates - On - Tour returns to Center of Balance 2020!

March 28 & 29, 2020

We're excited to host Balanced Body and Pilates-On-Tour again! Join us for a celebration of Pilates in the San Francisco Bay Area. Workouts, workshops and networking with friends and colleagues in a beautiful space will inspire your teaching and reignite your passion for the work you love. The program focuses on bringing the art and science of movement to life with classes on fascia, new choreography, mindful movement and deepening your teaching skills. Join us for a fabulous weekend of learning, moving and fun!