Two studios
Our studios in Ascona and San Rafael. One standard of care.
“Movement is life,” says our founder Zeina Asfour-Grifoni.

Group & private classes
Ascona, Switzerland
For rehab, chronic pain, athletic performance, or simply getting strong, balanced, and aligned. Personal attention, modern equipment, both group and private classes.
- Via Buonamano 12, 6612 Ascona
- +41 91 235 14 88
- Mon–Fri, 9:00–20:00

Private sessions only
San Rafael, California
A reputation that spreads by word of mouth. Providers send us the cases they couldn't fully resolve. Pilates-based physical therapy to recover from injury, gain performance, or build posture and core strength, with personalized, one-on-one care.
- 704 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
- +1 415 924 2228
- Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Ascona, Switzerland
What happens here
Group and private Pilates on the Reformer, Matwork-Springboard and Postural Yoga, at five levels from beginner to advanced. Classes are Qualicert-certified and recognized by Swiss health insurance. One-to-one rehabilitation with Zeina is available whenever you want it. It is simply never a required first step. Your first group class is free.
Getting here
A short walk up from the lakefront and Piazza Motta, and about ten minutes by car from Locarno. We also see clients from Muralto, Minusio and Losone.
San Rafael, California
What happens here
Private sessions only, one-to-one with Laura Winner, DPT. Pilates-based physical therapy for orthopedic care, sports rehabilitation and recovery from injury. There are no group classes at this studio. Most clients arrive on a referral from a physical therapist, chiropractor, osteopath or doctor. Medicare and cash pay are both accepted.
Getting here
On Mission Avenue in San Rafael, serving Marin County: Novato, Larkspur, Corte Madera and Mill Valley.
“After 7 surgeries in 5 years replacing both hips, my physical therapist recommended Pilates at Synergy+ in San Rafael. I've been going for over a year and I'm doing so much better. I get individualized attention.”Nancy Meier
“The Synergy+ studio in Ascona has excellent instructors. The studio has an attractive and clean decor. Synergy Ascona has been a huge factor in my recovery.”Barbara Mueller