I have tried out almost all of the barre classes in Brisbane and Xtend Barre is definitely the…read morebest. Located in Stones corner there is a few parking spots on sight or there is parking at the Aldi shops for two hours free. Shay, the owner a former Moulin Rouge dancer, is welcoming and helpful with any questions you may have anoint the studio, classes and techniques. All of the teachers are so helpful and many learn your name with in a class or two. Classes run for 55 mins and there are a variety of levels of classes as well as students into the classes. While the classes basically run the same no two classes are alike. A great workout that definitely will make you sweat but also make you gain long lean muscles.

From the owner: XTEND Stones Corner is Brisbane's first Barre studio, offering Barre, Mat and Reformer Pilates, TRX…read more& HIIT classes.

Tucked away in the far corner of the Spring Hill Baths--in what I believe is the former storage and…read morePilates room--is the sweet little space inhabited by Brisbane Barre Studio. While not the first in Brisbane, I believe it is definitely the funkiest, with rows of removable Barres, sophisticated monochrome decor and a vibe to match. It almost feels like a hidden meeting place, perhaps it hosts The Secret Society of the Shaking Solei & Sartorii... Compared to other Barre classes this style is still a heart-rate elevator, but heavily Pilates based rather than upbeat choreographed sequences or ballet technique. In a 50 minute class you will work harder than you could guess, even with "piddly" little 1kg weights. My triceps were burning the next day, but it was a minor inconvenience compared to the assault on my glutes and quads. In a good way, of course. Expect bare feet, a sweaty brow, solid leg shakes, and to cringe whenever you hear the word "pulse" forevermore. The laser vision of owner-instructor Adriana means her small technique adjustments pack a real punch, even if it initially appears that you're making a smaller movement. Barre classes are not the cheapest fitness past-time but it provides one hell of a bang for your buck. The emphasis on lengthening the muscles also helps combat some of the postural imbalances us desk-workers are prone to. A range of class types keeps it interesting as well, and if a dancer's bod is your goal, Barre is key. You will definitely work up a sweat in these intimate classes, so bring your togs to take a dip in the baths afterwards, or make like we did and head across the road for a cold one. You know, for balance.

From the owner: Brisbane's strongest Barre classes! Build lean, strong muscles, increase your metabolism, and burn…read morecalories. You'll move better, be stronger, stand taller, and feel better all day long.

Great experience clean bathrooms nice cold bubblers i did get touched by one of the staff member…read moreMichael other than that it was good

the facilities in this gym are great for getting a good workout in! they have cold bubblers all…read morearound the gym incase you get thirsty! also all of the boys in the gym were staring at my tight toned butt like a little pork bun and it made me feel very appreciated! someone smeared some feces on the walls of the bathrooms but if you ask me that just adds to the overall appeal and decor of the bathroom. i always felt at risk of being groped but to be honest its oddly comforting. overall very good gym would recommend!

Great local studio providing mat, barre and studio small group classes. Sharon is the owner and has…read moremade the studio feel very welcoming especially for beginners just starting out in pilates. There's a wide mix of people that come along to the classes and it's a relaxed and friendly setting focusing on your individual needs. The studio has a full range of pilates equipment including reformers, trapeze table, chair and barrel. So you won't just be relegated to working on the reformer in your studio classes like some other pilates studios. You get personal and attentive guidance from the teachers here and they cater to your body so if you've got an existing injury and want to try pilates definitely try this place out.

Sharon and her team offer mat classes and one hour equipment/reformer classes for up to 3 people…read more The studio is small and welcoming and attracts people of all ages and levels of experience, including people who are rehabilitating from injury. Highly recommended for individualised attention in a safe and friendly environment.

Please beware of SoBA Specials. I signed up over a year ago for a 12 month online membership for…read moreunder $100. It was clunky and difficult to access the classes, I tried 3, I contacted them to advise and even replied stop to their text messages. Despite sending weekly emails and texts with "specials", they did not remind me my membership was auto renewing for $225, more than double my initial "membership" I contacted three times and they were unwilling to refund or assist in any way. SoBa give online yogi's a bad name. Communicate, be kind, give people the opportunity to make decisions, especially in this crippling economic climate.

I strongly advise potential customers to be cautious when considering SoBa's free trial offers…read more What appears to be a risk-free trial to test their service can quickly turn into an unwanted, costly commitment. This unethical practice not only betrays customer trust but might also skirt the edges of consumer protection laws. Make sure to read all the fine print, or you might end up like me--stuck paying for something you did not agree to. Consider other options where terms are transparent and customer rights are fully respected.

"Wake up in the morning feeling like Tense-Diddy..."…read more If you've ever woken up stiff as a board, do any regular cardio exercises, or spend your days chained to the cubicle farm's best friend the computer, then Stretch Yoga could be your get out of jail free card from the aches and pains your muscles give you. I've been going to their Deep Stretch lunch-time classes which at 45mins long are just enough time to untwist all those muscles of mine that are wound tight from an array of stress, attachment issues with my macbook and high intensity spin classes. The deep stretch class isn't your standard yoga class. It's more focused on holding positions longer to release the muscles and as such there's not as many poses per class. The relaxation and centering feeling from yoga remains. PJ, the owner, has taken pride in ensuring there are a variety of classes (including traditional yoga) suitable for the CBD office workers that make up the majority of their client base. The choice makes grabbing a class at multiple times across the week a breeze. And just don't go undoing all your hard work with a stop at the kebab shop underneath Stretch on your way out...

Don't worry - you might need to walk behind the kebab place, up the stairs, past the hairdresser…read moreand down the corridor but you will find the place and you won't be killed while doing so! Location aside (Centrally located in Brisbane CBD but hard to find if you don't know its there, despite the sign out the front), this place is great. I signed up for a beginners course on a Monday night and its been perfect. Our teacher is really great about talking us through the beginners steps and how we can adapt the standard poses to make it easier for us. I highly recommend the beginners course for anyone looking to start and since the teachers are so lovely, I think I would also recommend it for any other classes, too! It is also actually really lovely when you get inside the classroom as well, despite the misgivings I originally had with the kebab shop. Cheers,