Blackbird provides an amazing studio experiences that manages to welcome and challenge people of…read moreall different skill sets and experiences. This is the first and only place that I have done yoga and it was also the first place that I tried barre. I am now hooked on both and even on the days when it felt like I couldn't get anything to flow well I walk away feel rejuvenated and at peace. Every instructor is very welcoming and ready to answer questions and spend some time after class to talk about techniques and form. While each instructor has a different style (I can only speak for the yoga and barre classes) the underlying tone of the classes is of a practice that focuses inwards and encourages you to take the class at whatever level you need. Both of their locations are very clean and set up to be cozy and relaxing. I also enjoy the ability to schedule classes in advance on their website or phone app. The cancellation policy is very clear, but in the occasion that a student is running late the studio makes an effort to have the smoothest transition possible when they do make it to class.

It's the best studio in town. Tory and her team offer a yoga practice that is both demanding and…read morerejuvenating in an environment that is welcoming, clean and calming. My mind and body always feel better after a class here. All of the instructors are knowledgable and always willing to answer any questions you have about the various poses. The studio itself has great heat for power yoga and is completely spotless. I strongly endorse Blackbird. It's one of my favorite places in Ithaca.

I was a complete beginner at Pilates and ALL of the instructors have been so helpful and kind as…read morethey helped improve my form. In 2 months I already feel stronger and more energized. I'm gaining strength too in an old injury location and rarely feel pain there anymore. I'd recommend this place to anyone!

I've been meaning to write a review for a long time - I signed up for a membership when I first…read morerolled into town. All of the teachers are so knowledgeable about the body and alignment they and genuinely care. The pilates classes work miracles for back pain and other body aches and pains that start up after age 50. There is a variety of classes which is really nice depending on your mood and what you feel up to accomplishing physically. This is a top-notch studio and if you are looking to get stronger in a safe and productive way, this is it. Plus everyone is so nice. Five stars. Highly recommend.

I, too, would give Jenna a higher a rating than the ratings offered on this site. I would give her…read morea 10+++. Jenna has been my massage therapist for a number of years and I found that she quickly got to "know" my body and its needs more than I did! Not only that, after taking a few meditation classes with her, I found that she is the most knowledgeable and dynamic spiritual teacher I have ever met! She truly "knows her stuff." She can see and discern areas of growth that her students could benefit from and in the most gentle way possible brings it to our attention. I highly recommend her and look forward to learning more from her. Patty M.

Jenna is an angel. She is totally. wholeheartedly invested in your session from the time of simply…read morebooking the appointment. She responds quickly. Her space is lovely and sweet. She is a great listening and tailors your appointment specific to your needs. I left feeling lighter and at peace. I highly recommend Jenna!

I love this place. Got almost everything you need and if not, you can make it work. Nicest owner…read moreand staff. Great location.

Finger Lakes Fitness Center is a small gym located on the Ithaca Commons, in the basement of Center…read moreIthaca. It's in a convenient location for people living near the Commons, has a decent number of cardio and weight machines, and offers yoga and dance classes that are included in the price of membership. Student memberships are available for $178 a semester or $326 for two semesters. I think they are expanding the gym once Cinemapolis moves into its new space, but I'm not sure when that might happen. I like the relaxed environment and most of all the convenient location. I'm so glad I don't have to schlep up to campus or drive somewhere to go to the gym. I wish they were open later than 9:00 on weeknights and 6:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, but they do open wicked early in the morning.

I have been doing yoga for many years, with many teachers. Nobody has come close to being as good…read moreof a teacher as Diane Fine. She's exceptional! If you're looking to learn proper form and do yoga safely, Dianne is the best in the world. She offers in-person and online options!

From the very first class over 10 years ago I loved Diane's classes. I feel privileged to have…read moreaccess to a stellar yoga teacher and community.

Dr. Teves is absolutely magic. Come in with pain and leave with a new body! She is an utter…read moreencyclopedia of information and, I would venture to say, a genius. If you have not yet experienced an osteopathic treatment you are definitely missing out on a huge modality for pain relief, among other issues. If you're not familiar with osteopathic medicine, the first thing you should know is that a D.O. has the same education as an M.D., and then some. From "prospectivedoctor.com": "DOs stress a holistic approach to medicine, which looks at the whole person rather than as a collection of organ systems and body parts that may become injured or diseased. This does not mean MDs do not look at the whole person, rather MDs are traditionally known to take more of a problem-based or disease-based approach. The DO holistic approach also emphasizes integrating patients into the health care process as a partner. DOs value constant communication and follow-up with their patients. The American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) states that DOs "consider the impact that lifestyle and community have on the health of each individual, and they work to break down barriers to good health." This philosophy is one key reason why many DO medical students choose to practice primary care."

Very knowledgeable group @ Nine Rivers. Dr. T and Chris are compassionate and are the "we'll find…read morea way to make it happen" kinda people. Expect to learn new things about your body and leave feeling better on your first visit.

Teagle is by far the best Fitness Center at Cornell. It is conveniently located, has a swimming…read morepool and has two floors creating a great cultural split for working out. The top floor is dedicated to machines (cardio and isolation resistance training) and the bottom floor is dedicated to Olympic lifts, free weights, and bar weights. So naturally the top floor is friendly for people of all body types; people don't have to worry about being intimidated, judged, or having to deal with meat-head behavior (like excessive grunting). The bottom floor is where the intense (potentially aspiring) muscle men and women go, and they don't have to be bothered by people who are less intense about excercise than them. The gym does get crowded, but far less than Noyes or Helen Newman. I have never had to wait for a treadmill longer than 1 hour here. Most of the time you can sign up for a spot within 30 minutes of your arrival, so you can comfortably do a little resistance training before your cardio workout without waiting endlessly afterwards (like you have to at Noyes).

This is the largest athletic building on campus for non athletes. There is a pretty nice swimming…read morepool, a room that holds yoga and other classes, a free weight gym and a cardio / weight training equipment room. Teagle is conveniently located on campus, so students and staff can go better classes or right after class. The only negative of the building is the locker rooms. They are pretty outdated and several of the toilets and sinks are in pretty bad shape. The locker rooms could use a renovation. As far as the workout facilities though, there is a large range of equipment and plenty of space.

I recently joined island fitness. Since my first day there, I have been experiencing a welcoming…read moreexperience . I love the variety of the classes,machines and the warm pool. Its a great place ! Joan brown

IHF is the best fitness facility in the area. It is big and clean and there is so much equipment…read morethat you can do something different every visit. Nice array of group fitness, though I think Tues/Thurs should offer something in the 11am-1pm timeframe (preferably yoga). It has a pool, hot tub, sauna, many eliptical, stationary bikes and treadmills as well as other types of stationary machines. The view of the inlet and nearby park is wonderful while you work out. The free weight area is nice and the members and staff are very willing to help you and show you how to use the machines. The personal training pros can really help you meet your fitness goals. I love it!

I was hesitant to come to hotworx at first because of some Tik Toks I saw beforehand. I called to…read morebook a free work out and spoke to the manager Jared, he made the entire process so easy for me. He booked me for a Pilates class and gave me a rundown of the entire studio, so I was not anxious heading into the session. The session was SO fun, and the studio was very clean! I am very anxious about going to gym's and especially being surrounded by obnoxious men. The entire time I was at hotworx, the only guy I saw was the manager who said its mostly women. I signed up because I genuinely feel comfortable going to hotworx compared to planet fitness or crunch.

From the owner: HOTWORX is a 24-hour infrared fitness studio that provides members with access to a variety of…read morevirtually instructed infrared sauna workouts. Experience the benefits of infrared energy and heat through a 15-minute High-Intensity Interval Training session or any of our 30-minute isometric workouts, including Hot Pilates, Hot Yoga, Hot Barre, Hot Core, Hot Cycle, Hot Blast, and many more. HOTWORX studios are also equipped with a Functional Exercise Area with free weights, bands, ropes, and more! Start achieving your fitness goals and experience massive calorie burn, detoxification, pain relief, and stress reduction at HOTWORX!