I had such a great experience at this barre workout class! The overall vibe was really nice, and…read morethe music had a perfect tone -- upbeat enough to keep you motivated but still calming and focused. You do have to wear Pilates socks, so make sure to bring a pair. Parking is easy, but I recommend getting there a little earlier since it's located near Trader Joe's and other businesses, so the area can get a bit busy. The staff were all very kind and welcoming, and the studio itself was super clean and well maintained. What I really enjoyed about this class is that while you definitely feel the burn and get sore (in the best way!), the instructor made sure we stretched multiple times throughout -- at least three different stretch moments during class. That balance of strengthening and stretching made such a difference. I'll definitely be coming back!

I am OBSESSED with Pure Barre San Rafael. I had done a class here years ago and didn't love it, but…read morefast forward two different owners and it is a whole different place. The minute you walk in, you are greeted and everyone is SO friendly. PB San Rafael is my new community. Lots of class offerings so it's easy to find a time that fits with my work schedule. Super clean location, the space is welcoming and just makes my day better when I walk in. The instructors are also top notch! I can't stop raving about PB San Rafael. I started with the 8 classes per month and ended up switching to the unlimited membership before my first month was over, and that was one of my best decisions. Stop in and check out a class, you won't regret it!

I came to Pilates through the Physical Therapy channel for back issues and core stability and it…read morewasn't until I discovered Studio C that I fell in love with Pilates. This is entirely because the owner, Mark, was dedicated to finding the best experience for me given my nuanced background. As a former yoga instructor, I understand that it is a combination of experience and passion that results in great teaching. The teachers at Studio C bring this plus expertise and variety such that any Pilates student can find what he or she needs. Melani, a Master Teacher, leads an energetic, anatomically driven and challenging class. Georgia brings unparalleled wisdom and experience and relentless problem solving skills to your body and practice. Lori is the Iyengar of Pilates. She gave me time to drop in to her instruction so that I could "get" it, which has really built my confidence. Finally the space is beautiful, it feels exclusive, sparking clean (the owner makes his own AMAZING hand sanitizer), and is still affordable!

I've visited a few other Pilates studios in Marin & Studio C stands out in so many ways... there's…read morenot the typical "workout feel" which you find at other places. The studio is clean, small, intimate and focused. The instructors are wonderful!

I was fortunate for several years to have my friends instruction in her studio. When she closed…read moreshop and moved, I was in the best shape of my mature adult life. But alas, I did not continue my sessions with any other instructor, and after 4 years I've lost all that wonderful tone. When I found out about Club Pilates opening near me, I decided to sign up during the opening promo; $129 a month for 4 sessions, which is very reasonable. Now obviously to really sculpt your bod, twice weekly would be optimal, but I know myself well enough to start gradually and work up to it. A single session can be easily added for $39 or perhaps I will move up a plan? I have worked out with 3 instructors, all great, and I do have a favourite. The pace and variety of exercise is engaging. I also am comfortable with the layout, the amount of reformers, the lighting and the soundtracks. The staff at the front desk are super helpful, Beau & Fiona! Convenience is also huge factor in my decision and motivation to return to a Pilates routine. CP has two studios near me. Since I work near Northgate, I am able to zip over afterwards and take advantage of perfectly timed sessions aligned with my schedule. Keep in mind, you have to schedule your classes ahead of time on a convenient app. As CP has already become popular, classes fill up quickly, I suggest getting on waitlists as spots do open up. Tip: arrive early to park at Northgate One Shopping Center, it's a populous location! I'm hard to impress requiring a great deal of working parts to mesh. I'm completely comfortable referring you to CB ! Go forward and Plank!

This is a magical!! It is filled with the most incredible members and every single time I leave the…read morestudio, I feel 1000 times better than I did when I walked in the door. The music, the workouts, the people, there's no other pilates studio I'd recommend more than this one!!

Orange theory changed my life! I love this place, the coaches, and the other members. I have been…read moreto other OT's and they are all really great! As my home base ot I feel like this is my safe space. I have been training for a Mountaineering course since August. The coaches and owner have been so supportive and encouraging! I never could have been ready for this crazy expedition without ot! Thank you thank you thank you!

I joined back in August of 2022 and have done over 600 class at this point. I think it's safe to…read moresay I'm a fan. You're going to get a great workout at any Orangetheory location and Greenbrae is no exception. Group fitness classes really help me push myself further than I ever would during a solo workout. As a result my fitness levels have improved a ton and I've learned to love the rower. In addition to excellent workouts this Greenbrae location has a wonderful community feel, including member appreciation nights. Coaches are incredibly friendly and helpful. They're happy to modify workouts for you or give you an extra challenge if you need it. If you're on the fence, give it a try! I'm glad I did.

I'm fairly new to Pilates, having only taken a few mat and reformer classes over the years. I…read morestarted Pilates to help rehab a lower back and sciatica issue since I didn't find much relief from physical therapy. The studio itself is lovely--the front desk staff is friendly and attentive, and the waiting area is cozy, clean, quiet, and peaceful. I also really appreciate that they keep doors and windows open for fresh air, especially during cold and flu season. A friend recommended private lessons with Carlo, and I've been extremely happy with him. He's an excellent instructor who took the time to understand my medical condition and tailor sessions that avoid aggravating my injury. Instead, he focuses on strengthening my hips, back, and glutes, and improving my posture. I'm learning so much and highly recommend his instruction and the studio.

Hello, my name is Uli and I'm a Spondy!…read more Jokes aside, my doctor recently told me that my leg and back problems result from a condition called Spondylolisthesis - a slipped vertebrae. He mentioned that strengthening my core would be my best bet to control for further damage and he also said that Pilates had shown some promising results in recent studies. Well, I'm not someone who distrusts the opinion of an expert and so I set out to find the best Pilates instructor in my area. I used the messaging feature here on Yelp to connect with 4 or 5 different Pilates studios in Marin: FitWise in Mill Valley was one of the studios and I swear that within a few hours of me sending the message, Ronda - the owner of the studio - gave me a call. I was immediately impressed by Ronda's knowledge about my condition and that comforted me immensely. Since then, I've seen Ronda for regular 1:1 Pilates sessions and I also attend group classes about twice a week. (One of my favorite classes is the matt pilates class as that one gives me a lot of inspiration for home exercises, which I have since integrated into my life as well.) Technical excellency aside, I would also like to give a shoutout to all the instructors and staff: they're all super nice and even though I may have had only a very small interaction with them, they all know me by name. Honestly, that makes such a difference and it makes me look forward to going to class. PS: I would like to encourage the men of Mill Valley to also join this studio. I sometimes feel a bit lonely among the largely female clientele ;-)

Hello, Does anyone know if Parallel Pilates is still in…read morebusiness as of Feb 2017? I e-mailed and received no response, and then called the number (415) 925-1266 which is tied to Google search, apparently the number has been disconnected. Thanks!

I have taken Pilates classes over the years and Mara is simply the very best instructor that I have…read moreever had. Her knowledge of Pilates and precision of muscle movements are above and beyond. Not to mention that her space is lovely, calm and inviting.

I brought my boyfriend to a bright and earlyish Saturday morning barre class today - what a great…read morestudio! Super challenging and fun, and the 45-minute session went by way too fast. We were both completely dying, but will definitely be back; I've already signed up for a monthly auto-renewal membership. The people, both staff and attendees, were so warm and friendly and chill - and working out in a mask wasn't nearly as uncomfortable as I thought it would be (or maybe I was being challenged *just enough* to not notice the mask). I'm certain I'll be sore tomorrow but my joints, which I've mistreated for years, won't hate me. What more could you ask for!? I'm super excited to try more classes; this is going to be a great, ass-kicking, toning workout to fold into my swimming and Peloton routine, and maybe, just maybe, I'll be able to do a decent push-up set again sometime soon!

This studio was formerly a Bar Method location that closed during the COVID19 pandemic. A couple of…read morethe instructors started their own studio and it is wonderful. The workout is very challenging, but low impact, so you can do it several times a week while saving all your joints! Before I realized the studio had re-opened, I tried out Pure Barre. While the class itself at Pure Barre was ok, there was zero interaction between the instructor and students. At Bear Flag Fitness, the instructors are continually helping with form to maximize your results and keep you safe. They also keep the energy up with their encouragement, and they know the name of every single student. It's definitely more of a "community" here. I have tried a lot of different workouts over the past few decades...and this is the only one I've been able to stick to for over 3 years--partly because of the community, and partly because of the undeniable results! I have never had toned arms or back before doing this workout. I just love it here.

I love this studio so much - outside of my boyfriend and my dog, Jill and Ed are the two beings I'm…read morethrilled to see first thing in the morning. They bring so much presence, humor and humanity to the Power Yoga practices they lead. Yes, the room is *hot* and yes, it's a sweaty, challenging flow, and yes, there goes your gorgeous blowout. But it's so worth it. After only six weeks I'm feeling more flexible and more connected to my breath, and I'm recovering the strength and muscles I'd lost when I stopped doing ridiculously hard, ridiculously taxing HIIT workouts. The music is great, the lighting could be a little lower but really it's fine - and once you get into the flow, nothing matters. I also love that they don't physically push me too much to find my "edge" - a regrettable tendency from my past that my hips and hamstrings will never let me forget. Ouch. The moment that reinforced my love for this studio; I have to take this week off from hot sweaty yoga, so I tried a different, quite popular, not-hot Marin yoga studio this morning. It was super run-of-the-mill and just not the grounding, exhilarating, consciousness-opening experience that I get at Red Dragon. Oh! Also, Red Dragon is so affordable if you do the auto-membership thing, the street parking is abundant, and they always have the cutest dogs lying around waiting for belly rubs. What more could you ask for?

I love, love, love Red Dragon in Mill Valley and San Rafael. What I love is the incentives. I love…read morehow friendly the staff are and how even though I'm so self conscious and everyone is kind and patient. They sometimes have guest teachers which is so cool! My favorite are the hot Pilates classes on Saturday and Sunday. You need to get there early. Also Ed is amazing. Thank you Stephanie for having such a positive energy in Marin!