I've been going here pretty consistently for the past few months after being in a mental and…read morephysical rut and I'm so thankful for the instructors and the space. Everyone is so inviting and kind! The variety of classes all provide different vibes, so if you're looking for more of a work out or a wind down just check the website. Also if you purchase the classes bundled, it's super affordable so it's a lot easier to branch out to see which classes you enjoy most!

So I had a hip replacement and am now trying to get my mobility back. I found this place to have…read moregentle yoga flow classes and a yin yoga class. I signed up for the promotional membership for $49 for unlimited classes for 15 days. I have been to 3 classes and loved each class. The studio is pretty and clean. The people I have met there are very sweet and kind. I've and Travis were the instructors I met and they are both lovely people. There is parking on the street in front and a parking lot in the back. I am excited to continue on and rebuild my strength and trust in my body. I feel safe here.

100+ classes later, and this is the longest I've ever stuck with a gym membership. I've tried…read moreregular gyms, Orangetheory, Club Pilates, and a few yoga studios, but I usually lost motivation after a couple of months. Workroom has been different. I really like their 4/5-week strength blocks where you repeat the same movements before moving on to a new routine. It gives me time to improve my form and more springs as I get stronger. I used to think having a completely different workout every class was better, but I actually like this format more. There's less time spent learning new movements/explaining transitions and more time actually working out. The best part is that I still haven't gotten bored! The instructors know everyone's names, and there's a real sense of community. San Leandro is so lucky to have a community like Workroom around :)

Super glad there's finally a studio in San Leandro. I've gone to around 10 classes so far and I've…read morereally enjoyed it! All the instructors I've gone to have been very friendly. Most are generally clear on instructions and demonstrate when they can/space allows. The classes are small so it can be hard to book ahead, which makes sense since they're new and also pretty much the only studio between Oakland and Fremont. You definitely need to plan ahead! Parking is free in the lot before 1pm.

This is a shout out to Amy at Centered Studio Pilates. I have been working one-on-one with her for…read moresome months. She is really excellent at matching exercises with my needs and respecting my limitations. I leave each session feeling great and energized.

I have been going to Centered Studio Pilates for 7-8 years now. I always felt that, b/c of the…read moreshape of my body, I could not do something like Pilates. I have been proven wrong time and time again!! I have chosen to do private sessions and it has been incredible. I have learned so much about my body, including to trust it and appreciate it. The instructors make you feel welcomed and safe in the space, encouraging you to challenge yourself, as well as listen to you when you know that you have reached your capacity. I am grateful to Marylinn for her patience, kindness, humor, and endless knowledge. Thank you for caring so much about your clients

RockSalt in Castro Valley is fairly new and had their grand opening two months ago. As a first time…read moreclient, I was very impressed by the lovely ambience, cleanliness and good vibes. We were a large group and the instructor, Celine, was very kind and patient. As the class is very fast paced and intense, she checked in a few times to show and how to correct the form or movements. Every so often, with the breaks in between, water breaks to stay hydrated. Definitely had a good work out that left me feeling sore. As it does get hot and even hotter during the summer, would recommend more fans to keep cool. Overall, lovely studio, wonderful atmosphere and great instructor.

Reallly happy this opened in CV. Pricey but worth it. My favorite teachers so far are Sarah, Emma…read moreand Teiler. Their classes are challenging but accessible regardless of your fitness level. I have a longer work commute but they have a lot of offerings in terms of times throughout the day and week.

I'm so glad I took the leap and decided to join Moxie! I was previously a member when it was D's…read moreFitness, and after being away from the gym for quite a while, I wasn't sure what to expect. What I love most is that Moxie is a women-only gym. Even when it's busy, it never feels overcrowded or overwhelming. The gym has lots of updated machines and equipment, and it's always clean and well-maintained. The staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and make you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. A special shoutout to Cassandra! She seems to know everyone by name, which really speaks to how dedicated and personable she is. She always takes the time to greet members and genuinely helps create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Thank you, Moxie, for making it such a positive place to get a work out in. I'm so happy to be back!

It's an ok gym, pretty clean for the most part with a variety of equipment but weights are not well…read moreorganized and the equipment there is visibly outdated. It would be great to see some newer equipment and additions like a Smith machine or hip thrust machine. My sister and I had an uncomfortable experience when we visited together. A trainer asked us to swipe in separately, assuming we were trying to share a membership. The way we were approached didn't feel very welcoming or respectful. It's also frustrating to see the owners opening a new Pilates studio while this location still needs updates. And honestly, for a women's-only gym, it's surprising there's no childcare option. I think that would make a big difference for many members. I prepaid for an annual membership and honestly unsure if I will renew when the time comes.

I have been spinning at SBT Fitness for over 3 years and unfortunately am moving out of the area…read more All of the instructors are awesome, they have great play lists that are fun and really keep you energized and motivated. I always had great workouts and will miss the class and all of the wonderful instructors and other women that attended the class that I grew to know over the years. Whenever I am in the area I will definitely drop in for a class.

I was so excited to find Shantell again. This was the best 6am workout as far as the,Bay Area…read morecycle class

As someone who has done at-home Pilates and taken modern Pilates classes down in SD for a while…read morenow, I was really excited to see that Hayward finally has a Pilates studio. I came a few times while I visit home (the Pilates addiction is real!). I'm all for supporting a small business, however after giving this studio several chances, I'm disappointed to say that they are just not that good. It could be that Kora's classes and their take on Pilates isn't aligned with what I look for and enjoy. I almost feel bad for leaving this review considering that my interactions with instructors and other clients were all so positive. I love the community Kora has created, but the classes themselves fall flat. The reformer flow class was genuinely the strangest reformer class I've taken (on 5/19). Anyone that does Pilates knows that mat and reformer are 2 separate things--so why did this class combine the 2? If I'm signing up for reformer, I should only be on the reformer. I should not be getting onto the floor on a mat when I signed up and paid for a reformer class. It was so odd. The entire time I was thinking to myself "wtf is going on", and I never broke a single sweat. It made me question where the instructor got her certification. I left feeling so unsatisfied with the workout, which is a terrible feeling especially when they charge $30 per class. I really wanted my money back after this one. I recently took their new heated mat class (7/27) and was disappointed once again. I don't know why I keep wanting to give them chances, maybe it's because I love the exercise and I keep thinking they will improve. The description of their heated class says the class is heated at 85 degrees--which is a lie. I walked in and they had space heaters on the wall, which resulted in the room not even being hot. I've taken a few hot Pilates classes where I'm already sweating when I walk in the room. This was just so disappointing, and again, I paid $30. The amount they charge for classes is almost unjustifiable considering the mediocre workout itself. They don't offer class packs and are not on ClassPass either which makes it even more inconvenient and less accessible for a lot of people. I do think Kora has been a great addition to Hayward. I gave them a total of 5 chances because I wanted to believe they would improve. I don't plan on returning.

Hayward, we have a Pilates studio. ACT ACCORDINGLY…read more I was driving down Foothill and I saw it. A new studio. Clean branding. Something I hadn't clocked before. And I did what any reasonable person with a long-standing Pilates intention and zero follow-through does: I went home, found the website, signed up for the intro mat class, and did not allow myself to talk myself out of it. (The website by the way is intuitive and easy and takes about 4 minutes to sign up.) Here is what I need you to understand about Hayward and Pilates: there wasn't one. Not here. People have been driving to other cities, making it a whole production, giving their dollars to other neighborhoods. And then Kora Pilates opened on Foothill. Latina-owned, independently run, and built with a level of care and intention that frankly puts a lot of bigger studios to shame. I walked in a few minutes early. The woman at the front desk (I'm sorry I didn't catch her name) welcomed me, checked me in, and when I mentioned it was my first time, she gave me a full tour. The reformer room. The mat room downstairs. The cafecito lounge! The lockers. The bathroom. And the refresh stations, which are these lovely little mirror-and-product setups so you can go from "I just sweat through a 45-minute class" to "I am a human person who exists in public" without having to go home first. THIS IS A DETAIL. Someone thought about this. My instructor was Nadia, and she was excellent: specific, encouraging, giving real feedback about what parts of my body should be activating when, which, as a beginner, is exactly what I needed, because Pilates looks gentle from the outside and then twenty minutes in, you are shaking in places you didn't know could shake. The 45 minutes flew by. I was sweating. I was humbled. I felt genuinely worked out in the best possible way. And the whole design of this place (I have to say it because it matters) is cohesive and considered and cool in a way that tells you the person behind it has taste and gives a damn. Light neutrals, clean lines, every detail in conversation with every other detail. This is what happens when a business is built by someone with a real vision, not assembled from a template. Here's my thing about places like this: we have to show up for them. Hayward does not have an abundance of independently owned, thoughtfully designed, locally run wellness spaces built by people who actually care. When we find one, we don't just leave a five star review and move on. We go back. We bring our friends. We vote with our dollar like our neighborhood's character depends on it. Because it kind of does! I don't want to see Kora Pilates leave. I want to see it thrive so hard it has a waitlist. Go take a class! Hayward deserves this. And so do you!

I am taking zumba classes here. Love it! The instructor is amazing, super friendly and she dances…read moreso well! The music is top notch. Such a great class to dance and keep yourself in a good shape.