# Pilates Mastery™ — user reviews > 22 indexed App Store user reviews of Pilates Mastery™ by Darien Gold, rated 4.80/5 from 21 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pilates-mastery/id6743680473/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pilates-mastery/id6743680473.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 20 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 1 ## What do users think of Pilates Mastery™? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Clear and concise instructions - 🚀 Detailed and informative content - 💡 Excellent teaching tool for classical Pilates - 👍 Precise and encouraging cues - 👍 Accessible for all levels - 👍 Beautiful and professional presentation ## Newest reviews (11 of 22) ### 5/5 — An Essential App for Serious Pilates Students and Teachers *2025-06-07* I’ve been training with Darien Gold since 2020, because I strongly believe in her work and I was thrilled to hear that she had produced an app. Her Pilates Mastery App is a great resource for anyone serious about the Pilates Method. The app is easy to navigate and offers a clear progression through Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced mat work—including mat adaptations of the ShortBox, Teaser and Rowing series. As both a teacher and student of the Method, I deeply appreciate Darien’s approach. She teaches Pilates as it was handed down to her by Romana Kryzanowska, a direct student of Joseph Pilates. That lineage shows in her precision and ability to convey the work in a clear and concise manner. Darien is not only a gifted practitioner but also an exceptional teacher. Her cues are clear, encouraging, and precise. She has a unique talent for breaking down complex movements into language that’s accessible and easy to follow, no matter your level. I highly recommend this app to anyone serious about developing a strong, intelligent Pilates practice. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your review! I can't believe it's been five years already. I hope my app will help you in your own practice and also, bring clarity when teaching Classical Pilates to your students! ### 5/5 — Learning from a Master, Anytime. *2025-06-05* I’ve had the privilege of learning from Darien in person. She’s one of the most knowledgeable (if not the most) and precise Pilates instructors I’ve worked with. This app brings her teaching to life with clear cueing, detailed instruction, and a deep respect for the classical method. Since moving away, it’s been an invaluable resource that helps me stay connected to my practice. One of the best tools I’ve found for students and teachers of classical Pilates! **Developer response:** Thank you for your kind review🌟 My intention was to provide a digital resource and companion for anyone needing guidance and inspiration. I'm happy to hear that my app is keeping you on the Classical Pilates path! ### 5/5 — Informative and Inspiring *2025-05-30* Darien’s Pilates Mastery app is impressive! It contains detailed content which both informs and inspires Pilates students and teachers. The app is easy to navigate and the various categories are presented in a beautiful and professional format. **Developer response:** Thank you very much for your great review! So glad to know that the app is easy to navigate as that was one of our top priorities🌟 ### 5/5 — Joan Blum, Student *2025-05-18, version 3.0* I love this App. I appreciate her beautiful technique and simple direct approach to teaching. She continues to inspire me to grow in my practice as a student and teacher. Forever grateful, Darien truly walks the walk. ### 5/5 — A Must have for Classical Pilates Teachers and Students *2025-05-08* Darien’s instructions are clear and concise. The exercises are filmed at different angles to ensure the viewer can see. Darien connects the dots of the Pilates System allowing the student to understand the WHY. This APP is a great teaching tool, reference guide and plethora of information shared by a true Pilates Expert! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your review! I'm so glad that my instructions are clear and concise, yay! Keep practicing Contrology💪 ### 5/5 — Excellent! *2025-05-06, version 3.0* Incredible value - a unique, top quality, practical & inspiring toolbox - Darien’s hard-earned mastery shared 👌🏻 ### 5/5 — Brilliant *2025-05-03, version 3.0* The best app to learn Classical Pilates. Perfect for beginners and instructors! ### 5/5 — The gold standard in Pilates *2025-05-02* As a student and teacher of classical pilates I am thrilled to have this reputable resource. Darien’s years of knowledge and practice is beautifully demonstrated in these high quality videos. I personally love her ability to simplify a movement with her cues encouraging a deeper and more profound result. I highly recommend this app, a great resource at an exceptional value. **Developer response:** Hello there! Thank you so much for your thoughtful critique of the Pilates Mastery™ app! As teachers, isn't it amazing that if we stay curious and open, we're always learning and growing! Good luck in your desires to teach Joe's Method. What a gift he left for us🙏 Take good care! Darien ### 5/5 — The gold standard for classical Pilates instruction *2025-04-28* Darien Gold is incredibly talented - both in her pilates practice and as an instructor. I especially love the videos of Darien demonstrating different classical series along with helpful voice-over cues. Darien’s physical expression of the classical movements is really awe-inspiring and inspires me to delve deeper into my own practice. I absolutely recommend this app to anyone interested in classical pilates! **Developer response:** Aw, such kind words...thank you so much! I'm happy to read that all of my hard work is helping all of your hard work! Keep practicing and keep learning🌟 ### 5/5 — Golden Insights *2025-04-25* Absolutely loving the Pilates Mastery App! The video and audio quality are crystal clear, making it easy to follow along. Each informational video is beautifully structured, and the teacher’s insights are pure gold—breaking down Pilates concepts in a way that’s both inspiring and easy to apply. If you’re serious about mastering your practice, this app is a must! **Developer response:** Yes! Thank you very much for your kind words! Keep mastering your practice💪 ### 5/5 — The best classical Pilates App. *2025-04-25* Very clear instructions, the best demonstrations ever and super educational. **Developer response:** Thank you so much and I'm thrilled to read that my demonstrations are helpful to you and your practice! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Love Darien But *2025-10-19* I used to love the original Darien app, but ever since it stopped working after an iPhone update, I lost it. I decided to give the new version a chance and spent almost $30, but it’s been a major disappointment. The app is glitchy, poorly optimized, and clearly not properly debugged. After just 25 minutes of use, the videos freeze and stop playing entirely. For the price, users deserve a stable, well-maintained experience, not something that feels unfinished. **Developer response:** Oh my goodness. I had no idea there was a glitching issue. I've already sent a message to my app developer and in the meantime, will you please reach out to me? I'm happy to refund you or together we can figure out if there is an internet issue that has caused the glitching? Thank you and I hope to hear from you! Darien (darien@dariengold.com) ### 5/5 — Kaloopa K *2025-11-07* Darien's app is 5 star. Her expertise and knowledge and ability to teach and also do the exercises is that of a true master. Her knowledge and understanding of Joe's Method is deep and powerful. **Developer response:** Thank you for your kind words! ### 5/5 — Heidi Miller *2025-10-02* This app is intuitive and easy to use. As a Pilates teacher I enjoy the precise cueing, Gold Talk tips for teachers and the pilates in 5. I use this app daily! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Continue digging in to the work because as you know, the Work, works! ### 5/5 — Excellent app *2025-07-27, version 3.0.1* Excellent app. Very thorough and well thought out! Good for pilates enthusiasts or Pilates Practitioners. Beautifully filmed with exceptional attention to detail. It doesn’t disappoint, just makes you want to do and know more! Awesome work Darien ❤️💪 ### 5/5 — Mastery Pilates with Darien Gold *2025-07-18* 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Pilates aplikacija od Darien mi je doslovno promijenila život! Svaka vježba djeluje kao dar za moje tijelo i um. Njena topla, ohrabrujuća energija se osjeća u svakom pokretu, a treninzi su istovremeno nježni i snažni. Osjećam se jače, povezanije sa sobom i sigurnije svaki put kad vježbam. Ako tražite aplikaciju koja istinski podržava vaš put ka zdravlju i dobrobiti — ovo je ta prava. Hvala ti, Darien, što si stvorila nešto tako prelijepo i osnažujuće! S postovanjem, Elvira M. **Developer response:** Hvala ti mnogo Elvira na divnim riječima kao i na tvojoj predivnoj recenziji! ### 5/5 — Clear, Concise, Expert Instruction *2025-07-16* Darien is a true master of the Classical Pilates Method. As someone who has been teaching Pilates for nearly 20 years, I’ve witnessed the industry evolve—often in ways that stray from the method’s original intent. Too many now turn to contemporary versions of Pilates as a quick “get fit” workout, bypassing the deeper work required to correct imbalances and achieve lasting health. Darien does not believe in shortcuts. She honors the integrity of the classical method and the foundational movement principles it was built upon. Her variations are thoughtful, grounded in the method’s brilliance—not a departure from it. Her approach is exacting, rooted in deep knowledge and a profound understanding of what the body is truly capable of. Yet alongside her precision, she brings kindness, compassion, and genuine encouragement to every session. I’ve had the privilege of working with Darien privately, virtually, and now—thanks to her App—anytime I want. It’s a gift to have access to a teacher of her caliber. **Developer response:** Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a thorough and thoughtful review! It’s gratifying to read that my message is resonating! ### 5/5 — Great Classical Pilates app? *2025-07-13* I have had the privilege of in person session with Darien and this app is a wonderful resource! I struggle w/ consistency and using this app daily for my basic mat will help keep me motivated! The other resources available in this app are great too! They help explain the exercises that you don’t get from other exercise apps. **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your review! I’m happy to read that my app is helping you with your motivation level💪🌟 ### 5/5 — Truly a master of the Method *2025-06-28* With her exquisite demonstrations and clear, precise guided instructions, Darien embodies Joseph Pilates vision for maintaining health lifelong. She shows us strong,lithe, effortless motion that energizes the body and focuses the mind. The app includes follow along classes of all levels, and some insightful pairings of Mat and equipment exercises that illustrate the cohesion of Pilates principles through every aspect of the Method. Darien’s mastery of Pilates in its classic form, from the concepts to her teaching of them in consistent precise language, to her flawless demonstrations are what make the contents of the app so valuable to anyone wanting to up their game in this exercise form. Just don’t think that because she makes it look so effortless that it will be. But as she substantiates by example,“keep doing the work because the work works“. You too will reap the benefits. **Developer response:** Mercy! Thank you SO much for your thorough and encouraging review❤️ I do think that Joe Pilates saw the body as our true power source and to achieve this level of efficiency and control, we have to "dig in" to experience the depth! ### 5/5 — Katiti King *2025-06-26* Darien Gold has been has been in her body for a long time. To follow this app and these exercises with her is a joy, her clarity is so pure in her demonstration and form. As a both dance, Pilates and wellness coach, I think this is a wonderful app - whether you are a beginner or a professional rejoining your skills. **Developer response:** Katiti! So nice to see your name here and I appreciate your review!! Wasn't it just yesterday or well, decades of yesterday's dancing in NYC with Lynn Simonson? Keep dancing and bringing joy to others❤️ ### 5/5 — Great for beginners *2025-06-20* Pilates scares me quite a bit but the app offers “The First Seven” that takes you through the basics so you aren’t hurting yourself from the start. Definitely would recommend! **Developer response:** Hello there! Oh my gosh, I don't like to hear that Pilates is scary..truly, it's one of the most complementary conditioning programs you'll ever experience. Please consider taking a private lesson with me, I will help you understand what this technique is about and what it requires of you. Thank you for your great review, and please keep practicing the Work because it will reveal so much of what's possible for you! Darien ## Most praised reviews (1 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — The Golden App *2025-06-19* Wow ! I can’t believe how beautiful this app is not to mention how helpful this is for all of us Classical Pilates lovers! Darien your technic is impecable !! Totally recommend it ! Bravo **Developer response:** Wow, to you as well! Thank you so much for your glowing review🌟 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*