The Pilates Loft is located inside East Meets West Yoga (Buffalo Foundry location). Parking can be…read morea little wonky so you might want to get there early (this is a shared space so lots of competition for parking, but generally you can find something). When I entered I was greeted by the EMW front desk staff and directed back to the Pilates room. The room itself is quite beautiful and well appointed. There is some Pilates equipment (forgive me that I don't know the name of all of it), but the course that I was taking focused on mat work. There are plenty of mats available if you don't have one. Larry was our instructor and he was outstanding. He walked the class through a series of warm ups and then the Pilates exercises. Larry was clearly an expert in anatomy and physiology, which really impressed me. He walked us through each exercise and made sure that we were all attending to proper form. Since the class was small, Larry was able to give lots of individual attention (which I loved). After class was over, he checked in with me to ensure that everything went well and that I felt comfortable in the class. I even forgot my water bottle after class and he ran it out to me in the parking lot. Overall, I would recommend the Pilates loft if you are looking to get friendly and personal Pilates instruction in a location where you could also get your yoga on. The workout wasn't as intense as I generally like, but keep in mind tha this was only my second Pilates class and I'm sure that with time it can be intensified.

I am a huge fan of pilates regardless, but was blown away by this class and the space here. The…read moreinstructors know what they are doing and are fantastic at giving you no-touch, descriptive instruction that completely changes your form. I feel like I actually understand what I am doing when I'm in class here. Wonderful open loft/factory style space with large windows. Max I've seen in class here is four people, so you can really get the customized attention you might want. Parking is a bit of a pickle, as the spaces are two deep and you may get blocked in by someone at a longer yoga session. So just be aware when parking. If you know you have to leave in a hurry you can let the front desk know and they'll stick a cone behind your car.

My first time at Symmetry Pilates and it was a great experience. I was impressed with the quick…read moreresponses and communication from the owner and instructor about signing up as a new student. They offer small group classes, 5 to a class, so the instructor and check on everyone and help as needed. The class was familiar yet challenging to what I'm used to and I was able to keep up without a problem. They have a lot of equipment that they rotate into the classes to keep it fresh and interesting. I'm excited to try the tower and chair at future classes.

I joined Symmetry Pilates 6 months ago and the results have been amazing…read more With the guidance of Judi Donner, I have lost 14 pounds and several inches off my waist, hips and thighs. I have strengthened my core and toned and tightened my muscles. With multiple pieces of equipment and countless exercises, there is always something new. I enjoy going to my Pilates sessions because not only am I getting a total workout, but Judi also makes it fun. The studio is always exceptionally clean and so relaxing with Zen music in the background. Having tried other types of workout programs, this is by far the best thing I have ever done for my body and mind.

My wife loves this place. She takes individual Pilates…read moreclass from Sopha. Very reasonably priced and they do a super great job. Doesn't look like much on the outside but well organized and well equipped on the inside.

Studio Sophia is a little hidden gem in Kenmore on Delaware above Fitness Factory, Deanna is a…read morepersonal trainer who has specialized in Pilates for a decade. Deanna is so inspiring, personable, fit, and really knows her stuff. Her home studio is so comfortable and peaceful and she has fantastic equipment. My Mother and daughter and sister do private lessons and have seen amazing results from just a few weeks of instruction - leaner, longer muscles, better posture and less back pain, and she has helped me build strength in my core after having 3 children. Other fun things include classes like; Zumba, Power pilates, bootcamp and even a running club!

One of my favorite yoga studios in Buffalo. I always try to stop in when I'm home visiting. They…read moreoffer a recovery/yin style yoga once or twice a week and it's my absolute favorite. All the teachers are the nicest people and make you feel like you're right at home. If you're from the area or visiting I highly recommend you drop in for a class.

Great new yoga studio on Niagara street right next to Resurgence and upper level of Bootleg Bucha…read more LIM has been around for quite some time doing pop up classes throughout Buffalo but now they finally have a groovy space to call their own. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat but they got you covered if you forget it. Also LIM supplies each class with yoga accessories to use at your liking (think: block, blanket). The space is super chill with yoga instructors who know what they are doing but also won't judge you if you don't know what in the world a Savasana or an Asana is ( yes I just googled those terms). I really enjoy my cardio but it is good to take a moment to just be and chill. LIM definitely sets the bar for allowing you to take some time and reflect while focusing on challenging moves. If you like yoga this is DEFF the place for you. If you're like me and feel hesitant to go because you like your spinning, running, HITT, or whatever it may be - JUST GO anyway - taking 1 day out of your week to break from the norm and really focus inward makes a difference. At least for me anyway. Class times vary check the website for specific times. Also they periodically offer classes and workshops that target specific interests to enhance your practice.

If you are considering becoming a certified hot yoga instructor, I highly recommend Evolation Yoga…read more& Zafea's teacher training program. This experience challenged me, strengthened my practice, and helped me grow both personally and professionally. Zafea creates a supportive environment that inspires confidence, discipline, and self-awareness while providing the knowledge and guidance needed to grow as a teacher. I am truly grateful for this transformative experience and would absolutely recommend it to anyone serious about deepening their practice and becoming an instructor.

I love this place. Really love the atmosphere. Susan is a wonderful instructor, gentle vibes and…read morevery welcoming. This is my favorite place in Buffalo to practice Bikram yoga.

Lexi is an AMAZING yoga instructor, very easy to follow and super encouraging!…read more The studio itself is spacious and the vibes are calm, peaceful, and zen. There are so many different types of yoga classes offered here, and other themed fitness classes that sound like a lot of fun! I am very interested in attending a Full Moon Flow yoga class this summer. Whether this isn't your first rodeo (yog-eo?) or you're a newbie to saying namaste, Flex Yoga Buffalo is the perfect option.

Great new location for Flex Yoga. Yelp partnered with them to show off their new Southtown's…read morelocation. They have a gorgeous space with a variety of classes for all levels of practice. I went to heated yoga sculpt which was a nice balance of yoga and sculpt. It was toasty and challenging but perfect for a good workout and sweat session. I will absolutely be back soon to try more classes. Lexi, the owner is kind, receptive and had great communication about questions, schedules, etc. Flex is a great addition to the area and will do well. A really nice perk is a chilled lavender towel at the end of the workout. It was refreshing and I felt pampered after a job well done.

Owner Megan is friendly and talented. The vibe is warm. Feel great after class. Love to support…read morethis small business.

Yes, "Buti" is pronounced the same as "booty". No, this is not your traditional vinyasa flow. Yes,…read moreyou have to park downtown. But all that aside, Raw Renewal Yoga is my newest place to practice the way I want to, and I absolutely love being able to absorb myself in a style of yoga that fits in with my personal practice. For the unfamiliar, Buti Yoga is probably the most fast paced style of yoga I've ever practiced, and also the one that seems the least like yoga. You will move around. You will sweat. You will get the same mental high that traditional vinyasa yoga gives you. You will dance, and you will dance for joy. Most importantly, you will work hard. I suppose you could say all of that for all of Raw Renewal's class offerings, at least the ones I've tried. Since Raw Renewal Yoga is so close to my office, it's been convenient to attend the lunch hour classes. Those classes are 30 minutes and you can get a lot done in that short time. Hour long classes can be found in the morning and after the work hours. If you're new to the studio, they offer a 2-week unlimited package, which I got in order to try as many classes as I could and decide what I liked the best. And there were many! Buti Yoga is fast paced and kind of insane, so if you want to try something similar but a little slower, consider Buti Flow. During the lunch hour, I tried Buti Bands (resistance bands on legs), Fit Flow (think vinyasa yoga with weights), Sculpt (think HIIT style training), and Hotcore (done in socks for extra drag while you swing your legs all over the place). The lunch classes had similar styles, you would do a cardio type move, then stretch it out in a traditional yoga pose and repeat this for a few sets. Again I say, you can get a lot done in 30 minutes during that lunch break! Megan is the studio owner, and she is extremely welcoming and helpful. I told her about my chronic shoulder injuries, and she has been conscious of it to the point where we were talking about certain yoga poses that may have caused my injuries and how we were going to build up my strength so that I could get back into them. How nice is that? I also took class with LauRen, who was great about getting me into a rotator cuff-friendly version of Hotcore (planks and I don't really get along anymore, so I did the plank moves on all fours and still felt it big time). I didn't make it to class with Mandy, but I've taken her class at Barre Centric a ton of times so I knew what I'd be getting into there, and I can absolutely see how she ended up teaching Buti Yoga! I can't wait to get another pass to Raw Renewal Yoga. It's so wonderful to have another studio in town and a new style to practice in. See you on the mat!

The hip hop aerobics class I took here was REALLY fun…read more However, the hip hop aerobics class got cancelled while I was in the middle of using up a class pass here, and I tried out the latin dance class but was unable to really get into it. I mean, Hip hop makes me want to dance, the latin just didn't really. The staff was nice, and were easy to work with. Overall, it was a good place, just not the right fit for me.

I've been working out here for 5 years. Great place. The classes are fun, and Candice is always…read morechanging it up to keep things interesting. They don't have the biggest variety of classes - but it is a small personal studio where everyone literally knows your name and cares how you are doing.