Sheila rules. The energy here is so warm and grounding and it is one of those places you instantly…read morefeel better just walking into. Restorative yoga here is the best and every class leaves me feeling relaxed, centered, and recharged. Love this place!

I took a Fly Stretch class a while back and I loved it! I felt so flexible and recharged after…read moreclass. The instructor was great. I definitely want to make it back there soon.

Wanted to get more into strength building with Pilates and was happy to find Pilates barre. It's a…read moregreat location and close to my work. The space itself is pretty small with a small front desk, two bathrooms a small hallway and then 2 workout rooms that fit about 10 people each. They had an intro offer on their website that I took advantage of, 2 free classes! One reformer and one for their other room which is mat pilates, Sculpt, bar etc. highly recommend. I took a reformer beginners class and sculpt and strength class. Both were great, challenging and good instructors. I'm enjoying the classes and the new type of workout. Only thing is the entire studio is reallllly cold, no heater on and the fans going, not sure if this is a philosophy of Pilates? Or the studio? Anyways wear long sleeves and sweaters!

I absolutely love everything about this studio! I left for a while to try a studio closer to home,…read morebut after some time I realized nothing compared to this place. I had to come back to what I truly consider the best studio around. From the variety of classes they offer to every single instructor, I always have an amazing experience. The atmosphere is welcoming, the workouts are fantastic, and I leave every class feeling stronger and happier. I couldn't recommend this studio more!

Never took a yoga class in my 43 years of my life , I can't believe my body was crying out looking…read morefor this holistic approach to my back pain. Ingrid gives amazing position direction during class and not just physically but mentally I feel reset and refreshed. Looking forward to another class.

Ingrid is an amazing instructor! I felt well stretched and ready for my day after her class. Her…read morepassion is evident and drives her well thought out class. Definitely recommend

My doctor referred me to AUM for physical therapy, and I was not expecting the level of care and…read moreservice I received. The treatment has exceeded my expectations in every way. It has truly changed my life by improving my pain management and overall well-being. I am extremely pleased with this facility and the staff. Their approach may be different from what you would expect from traditional physical therapy, but it is absolutely worth it!!!! I highly recommend AUM to anyone in need of physical therapy services.

I just want to thank you and your entire team for going above and beyond to help me feel stronger…read moreand more confident again. Your kindness, patience, and positivity made every session something I look forward to. Your team has been such a bright spot in my healing process as well. Sincerely, David Lopez

Polga Fitness is a combination of Pole fitness and Yoga…read more I had my first experience with Polga Fitness when my friend bid on a Polga party at a silent auction and won. She invited me (a swing dancer) and a group of her ballroom dancing friends to join her. I initially said no, as I assumed that Polga Fitness was secret code for stripper pole dancing, but knowing the group that was going (very conservative) I reluctantly agreed. My pre-first impressions couldn't have been more wrong! Here was a group of married ballroom dancing females laughing and giggling and having fun as we learned a few simple spins to contemporary/hip music. This was a group of women feeling empowered in their own feminine abilities, not a group of women pandering to the tastes of leering men. I talked to the instructor, Diana, after the class and told her about some self-confidence issues I was dealing with. I am a nationally competitive swing dancer and dance instructor whose shyness around men was holding me back from reaching the next level in my competitions. Diana shared with me her vision for Polga Fitness and how she wanted to empower women, help them get physically fit, increase their strength and flexibility, increase their self-confidence, and show them how to have a lot of fun. She challenged me to try a few private lessons and see what a difference it made. I started taking private lessons (way too chicken to actually do this in a group) and was 'flipping' upside down on the pole in no time (only a couple of weeks)! I couldn't believe that I was doing it, and looking good, too! (Diana takes pictures to help us remember and celebrate our accomplishments). And the difference it made in my self-confidence was amazing. I can now look anyone directly in the eyes with no shyness whatsoever!! I have now started taking some group lessons and they are sooooo much fun! Can you imagine the adrenaline rush of hanging upside down or spinning on a 15' tall spinning pole?!? It is not at all intimidating to do our spins and tricks in a group setting, and the girls in your class quickly begin to feel like your closest friends! There's usually someone better than you to give you a feel for what you can do if you keep working at it, and someone at or below your own level so you can see where you've come from and share the journey. The group classes are kept small (no more than 5 people in each class, I believe) so you never get lost in the crowd. Diana gives everyone personal attention and encouragement. She's a perky little thing - kind of like a permanent ray of sunshine. There are classes geared more towards beginners, classes for more experienced dancers, and classes emphasizing stretching and strength building, too. Workshops are held periodically in other related fitness fields. Polga Fitness allows you to schedule private parties for you and your friends. Or you can try out the private lessons or group classes. This business is A+ and as classy as you can get! http://www.polgafitnessbasba.com/

I'm 31, a happy wife and mother of a 1 1/2 year old. If you…read moreare a woman looking for a creative strength-building workout, you've found it. If you are willing to try something new, you're about to be surprised by your own body. Polga offers pole fitness, fly gym, and hula hoop classes on a weekly basis, and has held women's empowerment and self defense workshops. You can easily register online each week for the classes you choose. You can vary your schedule from week to week depending on what style of workout you want. The difference I've experienced at Polga is that the classes (Pole, in particular) are not about learning a sexy pole dance routine -- it's about using the pole as a piece of fitness equipment in order to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Not to say that it doesn't make you feel sexy when you start to realize just how strong your body is becoming! It is certainly fun as well as challenging. The atmosphere I have experienced there is encouraging, positive, and accepting. I've noticed that the instructors make it a point to walk each person to the door as they leave after class and share a personal word or two. Looking back on my own personal story, I felt a bit lost after I had my son. Life was good, but the majority of my time and energy went into caring for others and my priorities didn't include myself. Don't get me wrong -- I LOVE WHAT I DO (staying home with my son)... but when I started working out at Polga Studio, it brought back a renewed sense of achievement in myself. My body isn't in shape like it used to be before I had a child. It's easy to feel frustrated and defeated when you are used to your body looking better than it does now. But fitness is a process! I'm enjoying every bead of sweat and every time my muscles burn at Polga. There are all different ages and sizes of women there working out and it has become a wonderful place for me to go 2 times a week -- I can get focused, share some laughs, learn something new, and continue to get fit.

You'll never find someone better. Crystal is amazing and professional. She uses a variety of…read moretechniques to customize the massage to your needs.

Crystal is my favorite masseuse! I always look forward to my massages and I know she's never gonna…read morelet me down. She's very professional but at the same time makes you feel comfortable and cared for. Her place is so relaxing and peaceful and has a great atmosphere. She takes great care to make you feel welcomed and completely comfortable. She always checks in with me and asks about comfort. The massage itself is so good! I really feel like she goes above and beyond and I've had experiences with other masseuses. It's a great relief for my chronic anxiety and tension caused by depression. I always feel renewed and relaxed when I leave and can't wait to go back again. HIGHLY RECOMMEND you give her a chance! You'll find your new favorite masseuse!

I recently took my son to this martial arts school and he fell in love with it. I have seen the…read morework that the trainers put with their students and feel glad that my son is attending this place. It is a welcoming place. They teach mixed arts, which also makes it fascinating. The class sizes are small so the teachers try to work with students on a one on one basis. David and everyone else I have encountered has been amazing! David works with each student and demonstrates and articulates all techniques well enough to help his students execute them. I highly recommend this place.

My boys love it, Dave & Gloriela are great Instructors. They are patient and very encouraging with…read morethe kiddos and my kids have gained so much confidence since being apart of this community. We highly recommend Bakersfield Elite!

$5 a class for what is undoubtedly one of the best workouts in town--SPINNING!…read more Joe Peterson hosts, runs, and trains people for spin classes, bootcamps, and personal training. He owns a cute little studio downtown, where the sweating goes down! I haven't been to the other classes, but I can vouch for spinning. For five whole dollars you can rock out, sweat a ton, burn lots of calories, and have fun doing so. It's intense, but you get used to it. Check it out if you want to try something different and switch up or start your workout routine. For spinning, I do recommend you invest in some padded bike shorts. They make all the difference...TRUST me.

So far my wife and I have been to Building Better Bodies Fitness about 5 times to do the spin…read moreclass. I have to tell you this is one of the best I've been to in a while. The little gym is real close to Downtown so it can make it really easy to pop over after work or if you're like us and live in the Northeast it's the closest place to hit. So Joe is an avid cyclist that has been in multiple Race Across America Cycling races, and has completed a few of the Bakersfield Marathon's. He has about 25 Spin Bikes arrange in the classroom so everyone can see and hear him give out the instructions during the class. The is also a video playing on a screen towards the front of the class of some of the Tour De France races. The class last an hour and if you are looking for a great cardio rush then you need to try Spin. I have on an average burned up to 900 calories per class with my heart rate on the high end of 170ish and low end of 140ish. Now I'm not in the best of shape so this might be higher than normal lol. The Spin bikes are in good condition and maintained by Joe. If you are a beginner and need some instruction he is there to help. Joe also offers a few other fitness things like Yoga, and Boot Camp. Check out his web page and give this a try you want be disappointed.