Activcore Physical Therapy & Performance

Fantastic experience: Activcore has been so beneficial for me! I have been seeing Erica for a couple weeks now. My wife has been with her now a few months as well. We have both seen great progress. Very happy with the care we are receiving. Erica is super knowledgeable about a wide variety of healing techniques. Including needling, cupping, red chord, massage, and the list goes on. It’s great to have a practitioner that you can trust to use the right healing/strengthening the body needs at the time it needs it. Very happy and looking forward to continuing our care here.

Fantastic experience: I've been training with Khetanya since April in private one on one sessions. We've been meeting 3 x week and I am SO happy with the results. I feel stronger, my clothes fit better and I even feel like I'm walking taller. When I started, I had a foot injury and was worried about overdoing it. She checked in with me every session about how my body was feeling and we adjusted accordingly. I really look forward to our classes together!

Fantastic experience: Erica is amazing! I have chronic neck, jaw and shoulder pain and with very few sessions had SO much relief! I’ve had some reservations with dry needling in the past but Erica has really helped ease my anxiety and helped me realize how helpful it can really be! Added bonus, as wild as the Red Cord looks, I found it super helpful in making me focus on engaging the correct muscles in my neck & shoulder. Would highly recommend Erica & this facility!!!

Fantastic experience: Emily is the best! She meets me where I'm at each week, has incredible knowledge of anatomy, and is able to help me work through injuries. She noticed when my alignment in my hips was off, which multiple physical therapists didn't notice (and was the key aspect of rehabbing some knee pain). She pushes me when I need to be pushed, but always in a really kind way. I can tell she really loves teaching pilates.

Fantastic experience: Erika is very approachable, professional & she knows what she is doing .I would recommend her to everyone who needed her treatment.

Fantastic experience: I have always struggled with headaches and TMJ/neck pain. Nothing seemed to help! I recently started going to Erica at Activcore for dry needling, and it truly is the best thing I have ever done! My headaches are practically gone and my jaw and neck feel 100 times better. THANK YOU ACTIVCORE AND ERICA! Highly recommend!!

Fantastic experience: I literally can't emphasize how amazing Kate Mosteller is and how much improvement I've seen so far in my knees since working with her! Dry needling has helped IMMENSELY with my super tight quads/hamstrings/calves and then followed by RedCord has truly been the game-changer for me. She has even given me tons of tips/advice on what I need to focus on at the gym so that I continue to progress! I look forward to our sessions each week and I am so excited about how far I've come in a short amount of time (an hour-long session with her just isn't enough)! If you haven't already, go and check out Kate at Activecore!

Fantastic experience: Erica Dekle is a wonderful PT! She is super knowledgeable, kind, and a great listener. She helped me prep for knee surgery, and provided immense support after my surgery as well so that I can get back to running as soon as possible. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Words cannot describe how thankful I am for Erica. As an avid runner who was not able to run, Erica was always there to motivate me. She is extremely kind, knowledgeable and patient. She takes the time to teach her exercises and makes sure that each one is done correctly. Erica took the time to treated me as a person, not just an injury and would even step in to work on other pains that popped up as I was getting back into running. On top of that, Erica become a friend and made physical therapy a fun doctors appointment! I can easily say she one of the main reasons I am able to get back into running. Erica is absolutely incredible to work with and I would recommend her to anyone in a heart beat!

Fantastic experience: Beautiful facility with lots of space, and the natural lighting makes it feel like you are outside, which is a nice change from the sterile white light of the office. Kelly is incredibly knowledgeable and has been hugely beneficial in assisting me in my recovery whenever I have been injured, and everybody I have referred over comes back raving about how much better they feel, and always return when they need her again. Blake is also an amazing personality to be around. Super positive, professional yet inviting demeanor, and clearly has a genuine love for his craft and passion for life. I am contemplating breaking both of my arms and legs just to spend more time here. Can't recommend this place enough!

Fantastic experience: As a former outpatient Physical Therapist, I recently got hurt and couldn’t figure out my back pain. Even with years in the field and visiting other practitioners, no one could figure out what was causing my shooting pain down the leg. Then, I saw Dr. Krystal Fannin at Activcore for several weeks. She was intelligent, empathetic, and did a great job listening to me. I’m happy to say that I have made a full recovery. She’s one of the top healers in Atlanta in my opinion and I'm grateful for her help. That’s my story, and I recommend you look her up.

Fantastic experience: I have been taking on-line Gyrokinesis classes with Jessica since April 2020. It has made a world of difference in my body! I have gained flexibility in my upper spine and have increased the range of motion in my hip by loosening tight hamstrings and calf muscles. Jessica, as a master trainer, recognizes immediately during class if I am struggling that day in an area of my body. She immediately suggests a modification so that I get the maximum benefit from the exercise. I highly recommend taking her classes.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Krystal Fannin is great! She figured out what was causing my issues and corrected them via visits with her and at home exercises. She is a wonderful listener and gives very thoughtful advice. I highly recommend her and Activcore!

Fantastic experience: Two of Activcore's instructors have made a significant impact on my health in the past few years. Clare Gordon is an incredible instructor, with Redcord and Pilates. She has so much experience, she can detect issues and suggest alternative movements to correct them, which makes my body feel so much stronger. My sessions with her have helped me so much. I don’t know what I would do without her guidance. Congratulations on your promotion to Senior Instructor. Well deserved! Emily Christianson is a fabulous instructor. She is excellent at tailoring exercises to meet my specific body needs. Her experience and insights are priceless. I have noticed significant improvement in my strength and overall ability to move. My sessions with her are the most important investment I can make for myself. Congratulations Emily on your promotion to Senior Instructor. Well deserved.

Fantastic experience: I have had Gyrotonic private lessons with Candice. Candice is incredibly skilled as a teacher and kind. I also was impressed by her sharp attention to detail, unwavering attention span (even in a 1hour 40 min session with no break), and her lovely, highly-instructive hands-on cues. What a delight for my body to feel and savor during the lesson and for days after each lesson. Also, the Activcore facility is beautifully designed for healing and unwinding the stresses of your body and your mind. I am extremely impressed by the caliber of the facility and staff.

Fantastic experience: Active Core (Krystal and Elizabeth A especially) is an amazing place. 11 year old son, tore PCL in a full leg cast for 2 months and Elizabeth worked with him twice a week (Pilates) to build his core strength. After the leg brace came off we had an awful experience with a Dr recommended PT that just gave him exercises and did not even watch or correct his form. At this time Elizabeth A recommended we see Krystal at Active Core. We worked in tandem with both of them. It was an amazing experience for a 11 year old to gain great awareness of his body and understand the foundation of getting stronger, while healing and building strength. Thank you both. He is back to both baseball and basketball, and stronger than ever.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Krystal Fannin has been an amazing physical therapist to work with while recovering from an injury. She is a great listener, and personally posted videos for me on YouTube so I could continue my exercises at home. I highly recommend her!

Fantastic experience: Words cannot express my gratitude, shock and amazement.... Blake Dalton, Kelly Jones and RedCord truly changed my life in three weeks. I didn’t know anything about RedCord therapy or ActivCore four months ago. I literally stumbled into a neighborly conversation on the street with Blake. A year post spinal cord injury, I'd been learning how to walk again first with a rolling walker then progressing to two forearm crutches. I had inpatient rehab, PT, neuromuscular massage, all significantly helping my function and pain. When I met Blake and Kelly, my recovery had plateaued. I still had significant functional limitations and pain in my legs and back. I was intrigued by RedCord's focus on neuromuscular activation... how fascinating (and frustrating at times) that I would focus so hard on making one small movement but nothing happened! And then I had my first sessions. The progress and improvement in the first few weeks was truly life-changing!! Three months later I no longer use any assistive devices- even walking on uneven ground! I took a 3 mile walk on Christmas! The sensation in my legs and back has changed considerably and continues to do so. Whereas I had constant pain and stiffness, certain muscles are tight and stiff to tell me they’re being worked as they come back online. What serendipity... that conversation with Blake on the street. His combination of dance, Pilates and RedCord training have made such the difference with my rehab, and I know that I am doing so well because of him. He approaches our work with a keen eye toward safety and slow progress. I leave each session with an overwhelming sense of gratitude and motivation to get better. Meeting Kelly came along after visiting ActivCore, but was serendipitous as well. Her care has helped incredibly in reducing my pain and activating the muscles that just don’t want to work without some nudging. She’s the other key member of my dream team. The neuromuscular activation that happens with RedCord therapy is truly unique and so well suited to recovery from spinal cord injury. I can think of so many other applications for this approach—it really is an incredible modality. Another little smidge of serendipity here. With a regimen of once-a-week PT and “fitness training” (that term doesn’t even seem to do it justice) both using RedCord, I’ve noticed incredible changes in sensation in my back and leg while watching once nonfunctional muscles activate and getting stronger. Do I still hurt sometimes? Sure. Are there still some things I can’t do? Of course. But if the last few months are any predictor, I’ll be running a 5K this time next year! I wish everyone the same mind-blowing success in rehabilitation I’ve experienced. Thank you Blake and Kelly!!!!

Fantastic experience: I avoided surgery! To have such a dedicated, friendly, approachable, understanding, knowledgeable, and wise PT, I am thankful. She has fully supported my body in its natural healing. In rehabilitating my shoulder that suffered a torn labrum years ago, Dr. Krystal Fannin has been my physical therapist (PT) for several months now. My range of motion, strength, and stability have improved greatly, and my shoulder for all practical intents and purposes is impeccable. I highly recommend her to anyone who is driven and curious about improving his/her health via rehabilitation.

Fantastic experience: Ive been working Krystal for a year now and as a Sports Performance Coach and Powerlifter I had back pain, lack of hip mobility and sometimes just nagging aches and pains. Whether its manual therapy or dry needling I always leave feeling better and ready for next training session. Bonus Krystal is fun to talk to and just a good person, if your going to activcore you need to see her!

Fantastic experience: Kelly is am amazing physical therapist. Within the first session alone, she helped me feel better, more aligned, and in less pain. I highly recommend partnering with Kelly to improve your physical health. She is indepth with her therapy and creates a strong bond of trust with her clients. After working with Kelly both my physical and mental health improved. Alongside her physical therapy skills, her encouragement, support, and upbeat spirit are major motivators to getting better.

Fantastic experience: The physical therapists at Activcore work wonders! Dr. Krystal Fannin is so kind and really focused on resolving the cause. She took the time to teach me about the layers of muscles we were working on. I recommend going after every pregnancy - don't delay!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Sara Kiyani is a great pelvic floor physical therapist and has been working with me to address multiple issues, including chronic lower back pain. She has identified muscle patterns and weaknesses that previous PTs have not seen or addressed and is always strategizing new ways to address the issues - she crams a lot into our session and I'm grateful for her ability to tackle multiple issues in a short time! Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: The space is lovely, the staff were extremely friendly & welcoming. Krystal was professional and went above and beyond to make sure I had the help & tools I needed to get better. With the exercises she gave me & muscle release she helped me with, I went from daily pain to feeling just fine.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working with Krystal for a few months now, and I know I am in great hands with her. She is very knowledgeable and thoughtful in her approach. She really listens and takes her time to identify the reason for my pain. She thoroughly explains her thought process and assigned exercises in a way that I can understand. Not only is she very knowledgeable in her field, but she is also very kind and personable.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Kelly Jones is an amazing physical therapist. She has helped me with multiple issues and I have gotten so much relief!! Not only is she a talented and gifted practitioner but a wonderful person. I can't wait to get on her schedule again soon. I highly recommend her!!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Sara Kiyani has been instrumental in my Physical Therapy. I have been living with pain in my neck. It got in the way of living my "best" life and even "regular" my life (can't make left turns very well as I can't look over my left shoulder). That has all been changed within 2 short months with her. She has given me exercises that fit into my life to continue with my managing my own continued healing. It has been almost a miracle and I don't use that word lightly. Highly recommend Activcore and for PT - Dr. Sara Kiyani!

Fantastic experience: Activcore is a great studio with wonderful teachers, equipment, and atmosphere. I have been coming to Activcore for about 15 years for Pilates and Redcord. My instructor, Nancy, is exceptional in every way. She has great knowledge and experience with not only Pilates and Redcord, but also physical fitness in general, weight lifting, nutrition, and human anatomy. She has an eye toward detail and sincerely wants her students to achieve good health, wellbeing, strength and mobility. She is also very skilled at working through injuries and challenges associated with the aging process.

Fantastic experience: Jessica Gowen is a hidden gem here in Atlanta. After breaking my ankle and having physical therapy I thought I was back to normal. However, after just a few sessions with Jessica I realize my body can do so much more when you combine the whole body and mind through a Pilates workout. Jessica is also my teacher and mentor in a year long Pilates teaching course. 2 months in and I have learned so much through her patience and steady guidance.

Fantastic experience: I saw Dr. Sara Kiyani for my lower back and tailbone, and I made more progress over a few weeks than months at other PT clinics. A lot of other PT clinics will be managing 3 different clients at the same time, which means you don't get the personal attention you need and DESERVE. Dr. Kiyani has been excellent at helping me hunt down the root of the problem, and I really felt like she cared. This was the third PT clinic I went to (not counting 3 different chiropractors), and I now know why my PT friend said Activcore was the best in town. The offices are beautiful and relaxing too. And the Red Cord technology they use helped to give me insights about my issues that other places couldn't give me. I wish I would have started with Activcore from the beginning, instead of going from doctor to doctor, spending a lot of time and money. Although they don't take insurance, I still would have saved a lot of time and money by going here first. Can't recommend Activcore and Dr. Kiyani enough!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Activcore weekly for over 4 years now and LOVE it!! Great teachers - Blake is amazing, knows just what I need that day, and is super thoughtful. Amber is at the front desk and she is just perfect! She has a very welcoming voice when you call and a friendly face when you enter the facility. She’s always super helpful. I see Elizabeth for PT and she is wonderful! And best of all, the PTs communicate with the Pilates instructors so that your work is coordinated throughout. A great place!

Fantastic experience: I have been a client for many years both in person and virtually. Nancy is a wonderful instructor and I am very comfortable working with her over Zoom during the pandemic. I would highly recommend her as well as all the instructors at Activcore.

Fantastic experience: I have been training at Activcore for years and it's amazing. I started out with Pilates, but was quickly enticed by the integration of Pilates with Kettlebells and Red Chord. I also take advantage of their in-house physical therapy. All of the instructors are incredible, but I personally work with Blake who is absolutely phenomenal. He is more than an instructor - he is a sage of sorts who has incredible expertise and intuition, and his passion for what he does is infectious. I highly recommend Activcore!

Fantastic experience: While I have no personal experience with Activcore Physical Therapy I was initially introduced to Activcore by a physical therapist because of their Red Cord expertise as well as Pilates. For several years now I continue to be amazed at their level of knowledge and personal care each of the trainers has shown to me. It is well worth the drive from East Cobb.

Fantastic experience: I have been a client at ActivCore for nearly 3 years. The physical therapy is impactful and targeted (Elizabeth is really talented!) and the entire team is warm and supportive. I have been training with Blake throughout that time - RedCord, Kettlebells, Pilates - and overall Performance Fitness - both 1:1 and group classes. Since working with Blake, I've seen a serious transformation in my energy and my fitness - at an age and stage that I thought meant my best years were behind me. Blake is very tuned in to my technique, my abilities and mood on any given day, and how to scaffold both an individual workout and a fitness regime over months and years. His workouts for every client (myself, my husband and now my mom included) are challenging, unique, creative, consistently varied and fun!

Fantastic experience: I love the time I spend at Activcore Druid Hills. The front desk staff are always so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The Pilates instructors are amazing! They are so knowledgeable and have such a huge repertoire of exercises that, no matter what is going on with your body, they can find a way to work with you. I have been so pleased with my Pilates instruction that I have expanded my visits to include physical therapy and Gyrotonics. Finally, I really like that the equipment is cleaned after every use and everyone wears masks. I feel safe and protected !

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working out with Blake at activcore for 3 years. He’s helped me weather lower back issues, rotator cuff injuries, a sprained wrist, and intercostal damage. Here’s what’s exciting— I keep moving and getting stronger and more flexible despite minor setbacks. Blake accommodates the workout to whatever is going on with my body. And when I’m 100%— he pushes me forward in the nicest possible way. I also use Elizabeth as my physical therapist with excellent results. She coordinates with the trainers so I get back on track ASAP. And I’ve been working with Deanna for nearly 4 years. We have had so much fun. She’s a practically perfect human being. We work on Pilates, aerobic conditioning and balance. I’m 65 and these targeted workouts have made a huge difference in my health and activities of daily living. They make it easy to keep up the swimming and hiking that I like to do. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: This is Cathy Rogowski. I have been working with Deanna at Activcore for several years now, pivately and in semi-private classes. Also, I have had physical therapy with Elizabeth. I can't say enough good things about both. Their knowledge and professionalism are second to none. All employees are committed to a safe environment during the COVID times, starting with Amber who welcomes you at the front desk. If in person class isn't in your comfort zone, check out various instructors on line in virtual classes. They are awesome as well.

Fantastic experience: Sara Kiyani is an amazing and sensitive Physical Therapist and Pelvic Floor Specialist. Despite the fact that I have only had three appointments with her I am absolutely delighted with the results. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Fantastic experience: I have been taking Pilates lessons at Activcore for the past ~8 months and have loved it! Parking is easy, the space is beautiful and the staff all seem very happy to be there. I work with Kristen, Lillie and Tess. All of these instructors have wonderful qualities that make sessions with them challenging, rewarding and educational. I would highly recommend booking appointments with any of them. I have worked with other Pilates instructors who are at Activcore and think they are phenomenal, too. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of them~ this is definitely money well spent!!

Fantastic experience: I had a pinched nerve the the Chiropractor told me that I would need to come in for multiple sessions to get the pain to stop. I was referred to this location cause I heard they had great customer service and a great team. I met with Elizabeth for a Movement Screening to see if I would get told the same thing and that one session has worked extremely well. I didn’t have the sharp stabbing pain in my shoulder anymore. I’m still going cause I trust her and their work. I definitely recommend to everyone!

Fantastic experience: I cannot say enough good things about the team at Activecore and specifically Dr. Elizabeth. I am a healthcare professional who works down the street from their facility and I sought out an initial appointment because of a chronic shoulder injury. Within two sessions with Dr. Elizabeth my shoulder was 90% better and she showed me how to maintain the correction at home. I have since referred several patients to her and all of them had great things to say about her, top notch!

Fantastic experience: Elizabeth, the Physical Therapist at Activcore, is awesome! I had lingering problems from a previous therapy experience elsewhere; Elizabeth listened carefully and questioned while assessing where to start with my program. Besides being very thorough and knowledgeable, Elizabeth is really fun to work with! I am so happy that I was referred to her!

Fantastic experience: Through the years i have had several courses of PT in both private and university settings for a chronic hip issue. I chose Activcore through recommendations from neighbors. Elizabeth Dalrymple exceeded my expectations. She listened attentively and was very knowledgeable concerning my issues. The approach used by Activcore, and Elizabeth in particular, was comprehensive and unique. She was able to focus exercises with precision to improve my functioning. As a bonus, my physical fitness is considerably better and I think I am on the right path to deal with the "wild cards" of age. Finally, Elizabeth is very smart and very engaging. I recommend her highly for your PT needs!

Fantastic experience: I have been lucky to experience benefits from multiple parts of the Activcore family. My mom introduced me to pilates with Deanna Companion, which has been such a wonderful addition to my life. She is able to accommodate both of us in a semi-private, focusing on both of our unique abilities and needs for a class. She provides encouragement towards our goals, focused activities, and an amazing workout. I have also been able to take classes with Meredith, which I now notice each instructor is unique, but all wonderful, positive, knowledgeable, and fantastic at what they do! As well, I recently started doing physical therapy sessions with Elizabeth Dalrymple for a lingering foot injury. She is thorough, extremely knowledgeable, and able to put together a therapy plan that is tailored to what I wanted in life: to be able to function daily. She listens to my concerns and goals, and I have been able to better verbalize my concerns through her therapeutic communication and listening, and confidence in my ability to improve. Elizabeth is FANTASTIC!

Fantastic experience: Elizabeth Dalrymple is a very special and talented PT. She is caring and concerned for you as a patient and uses the time with you effectively. Her attentive care has put me on a new path to wellness. Her care is so much more personalized than the treatment that I received EMORY Physical Therapy. I highly recommend her!!

Fantastic experience: It is so great to feel safe in a fitness environment! Activcore goes above and beyond guidelines to assure safety in the studio. And Deanna Companion is the best instructor ever! No two sessions are alike, so motivation is never a problem. But what never varies is Deanna's skill at providing a workout tailored to your needs. In addition, she is so personable--just the right blend of friendliness and professionalism.

Fantastic experience: I had a wonderful experience at Activcore. I had the pleasure of working with both Elizabeth for PT and Red Cord, and also Meredith for a private pilates class. I have struggled with a chronic hip problem for the past 4 years that has limited my ability to run long distances. Both Elizabeth and Meredith found exactly where my weaknesses were and educated me on what I need to do to get back to running without pain. I was amazed at not only how great I felt after my treatment sessions, but also how sore I was - I did not know how weak my core and hips were! I highly recommend Activcore to all individuals - especially those you are hoping to return to sport after an injury. I also have to say that the Amber, who helps schedule patients is one of the sweetest, most welcoming people I have come across!

Fantastic experience: I love love love Pilates! Nancy Nesbitt is a great instructor and very knowledgeable! I enjoy the Red Cord workout, which has benefited me with my recent back surgery. I look forward to my Saturday morning reformer class and know whatever workout session planned, the benefits are always great.

Fantastic experience: By far, this is the best place for physical therapy for adults and kids. The staff is excellent and the one-on-one attention makes recovery from injury much faster. Elizabeth treated my 12 year old after she broke her ankle and was immobilized for 8 weeks. Elizabeth is caring and attentive, she is great with kids, and she analyzes the entire body not just the one body part that may have weakness or pain.