Testimonials
If you are lucky enough to work with Ada—on Pilates, ELDOA, or strength training — you are lucky to work with one of the very best!! Ada has taught me so much about my own body: getting strong, healing after any injuries from life’s adventures, and staying fit. Whether in person or remote, Ada sees what I do well and where I need minor or major corrections. She doesn’t miss a thing! Time with Ada is worth every penny.
Jane Williams
Nonprofit Board LeaderMy body is stronger, more flexible and more balanced after working out with Ada. She is an exceptional professional who brings a wealth of experience, intelligence and laser focused attention to every workout. She tailors her instruction to the individual and gives 100% of herself when teaching.
Maral Kibarian Skelsey, MD
My boyfriend was struggling with pain in several areas of his body. He finally agreed to work with Ada, whom I had been seeing for years. The program she has developed for each of us is completely different and highly effective—her ability to tailor a workout to each person's needs, drawing from all areas of her training, is second to none.
Jane Johnson
Editor and archeologistAmazing knowledge of what individual bodies need. Adjusts to what you can do and should be able to do. After doing Pilates for over 30 years- because of Ada- its never been routine or boring. With Ada it's always something new and fun!
Adina Cohen
Argosy Book Store NYCI have had the pleasure of knowing Ada Pucci for eight years when she first introduced me to ELDOA. I think her ability to see is her superpower and it has been invaluable to me. She is a master at seeing issues and giving cues to correct them. She has a natural ability to teach and endless patience to do so.
KC
I was in my mid 50’s when I started my journey with Ada and now, at 64, my body is still healthy, strong and flexible enough to continue the active lifestyle. When I began with her, my idiopathic scoliosis and cervical stenosis were so painful I was often in tears. I have been scoliosis and pain-free for several years now, and continue to learn from her talent and knowledge.
Marianne B.
I began taking Eldoa with Ada during Covid to help alleviate pain in my back from scoliosis and to gain strength. Ada is not only a delightful and empathetic person, but she is a highly skilled Eldoa practitioner who is able to coach, train and direct in a very unusual way. Her methodology directs all the physically technical aspects of Eldoa, while also educating the client about the benefits and outcomes from continued practice. My rheumatologist was amazed at the lack or progression of my scoliosis at my last appointment. She said it was "remarkable" that there had been almost no movement in my spine in 2 years. I thank Ada for this.
Lisa Cerveny
Former President of Creative, Hornall Anderson
Ada is an exceptional personal trainer with expertise in Pilates, Eldoa, Strength training and Myofascial stretching. She is a charismatic person with a very warm personality. I like to be motivated and challenged, and Ada makes sure that my sessions keep me progressing consistently. Because of my long-term training with Ada, I have improved my health, my strength and my spirit!
LDR
J.P. Morgan RetiredI've been struggling with 2 bulging discs in my lower back (L3/4 and L4/5) for a few years now and have not found much relief after trying several therapies. I know two men in similar situations that both tried the ELDOA method, with Ada, and felt relief, enough so that they were able to get back to golf without any invasive procedures. She explained the method very clearly and was extremely helpful in training me to be able to do the stretches on my own at home daily. ELDOA has allowed me to continue playing golf 1-2 times each week, which brings me great joy.
Mark T.
Ada was one of my very first Pilates teachers.I have known her for over 10 years, and I can say without a doubt she is a teacher of teachers. Her vast knowledge not only helped me with my body and recovery from injuries, but has also helped me become a better teacher. I like to call her deceptively deadly — her warm Italian spirit will put you at ease, but she will make you work harder than you ever thought possible, always safely and with intention.
Camilo Gomez
Pilates InstructorI’ve worked with Ada for over 10 years, and she has been nothing short of incredible. Pilates is only one part of the equation, her deep knowledge of the body, combined with her intuitive approach and use of methods like ELDOA, has helped me stay active and pain-free through injuries, migraines, and even virtual sessions during COVID—where she somehow still corrected my form through a screen! What sets Ada apart is her extraordinary depth of knowledge about how the body works (and sometimes doesn’t). She seems to have an almost x-ray vision for spotting what’s off and can adjust a session in real time to get you moving in a better, safer way. Her ability to problem-solve on the spot still amazes me after all these years.
Jennifer Seshadri