A wonderful, inclusive community of fun people on their fitness journey. The classes are…read moreconsistently challenging, and they always keeps you on your toes with different workouts and a great playlist. I am always grateful to have survived each class, but at the same time motivated for the next one. BodiShak pushes you to be your best self and gives you the tools to get there -- be it strength, flexibility, cardio stamina, weight loss, or toning. My booty is all the better for it. Join! It's the best decision you'll make this year. P.S. My favorite workout classes (in order of my estimated next day soreness): Load/Strength, Carve/Strength and Conditioning, Drench/HIIT, Grind(spin+strength), Blaze(Spin), Gut(core). I am still too chicken for Bootcamp, but that day will come eventually.

Great attentive and positive staff with a great business model. So happy to see them have lots of…read moreregulars too.

I've been a client at Core Chicago Pilates since 2019 or so. This studio is one of the older…read morePilates studios in the city, and it makes perfect sense to me why/how it's stood the test of time. Their instructors are excellent. They all carry a 500hour comprehensive certification, while also being so friendly, kind, and helpful. I know group classes can be intimidating at first, but the instructors at Core really make everyone feel comfortable, seen, and safe. My favorite instructor here for the longest time has been April. She's so knowledgeable, sweet, and helpful, taking her classes are the best parts of my week. I've started branching out and taking other instructors' classes and honestly, I can't say enough great things about all of them. I also highly recommend trying all the different types of classes. Pilates is a system and we're supposed to use all the different apparatuses, don't be afraid to try them out! The studio itself has a cozy and inviting vibe. There are 2 floors, the ground level has 4 studio reformers, 5 exo chairs, a barrel, and a Cadillac. Upstairs has 5 allegro 2 reformers. They offer every kind of group class you could want from a Pilates studio, as well as private sessions, if you're looking for one on one learning.If you've been interested in starting Pilates, this would be the studio for you, it's been a haven for me. The studio is located in a neighborhood and there's always easy free parking, which is so convenient.

My FIRST pilates class in the books, and I couldn't have picked a better place to do it! A friend…read moreof mine has been going to Core Chicago Pilates classes for about a year, and I was finally able to join her for a class last night! Core Chicago has two floors for classes, and ours took place in the upstairs space. Our class held 4 people, so it's very intimate and makes it easy to get 1:1 attention with the instructor! Reform pilates classes can be super intimidating because the machinery looks like a medieval contraption to those of us newbs! Luckily for me, our instructor Maggie put any nerves I had at ease right away. She was SO welcoming and immediately walked me through the reformer and how we would be using it in this class. She also made a point to ask if I had any injuries or muscle/joint issues to be aware of. The class itself was so much fun, but still challenging. I loved being able to train my body in a new way, while also incorporating stretches and not being completely exhausted and burned out afterwards. Maggie assisted me every step along the way, and never made me feel bad for being new and totally clueless! She also showed me minor tweaks in form that made the BIGGEST difference. I really loved my class here overall and will definitely be back! It's a fun workout that's challenging and a great way to switch things up from the regular gym routine.

My husband and I took the Childbirth Prep classes at Bloom and they were extremely helpful and…read morereassuring for us during what is of course a very emotional and scary time. Meeting the other couples each week was wonderful. It's a very clean and spacious studio with a relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommended! I should mention that my only experience is with that class, although I also plan to schedule a massage soon.

Ive been going here for 8 years. Nice studio. Lots of events. My main issue is the teachers (even…read morepre Covid) rarely correct poses either verbally or hands on. I've seen people doing them completely incorrectly. Only after going to a few classes elsewhere did I realize how off I was in some poses. I mean way off. And I'm not talking about super advanced poses but basic ones like triangle, their cues are very generic like you could get in an online video. This studio is great for gentle yoga or stretching. Some instructors need more experience or patience or both. As more studios are realizing that some students need a rest or alternative way to get into the poses or might hold a pose longer or shorter, there are a couple teachers who are extremely intolerant of this to the point of making snarky comments. I find myself avoiding a couple of these classes that are at very convenient times. Finally, the rotating cast of front desk people could be a little friendlier as yoga is not cheap.

Working with Tonray at Be Studio Pilates has been one of the best decisions of my life…read more My journey to Tonray began 20 years ago. While learning over my sink one morning, I threw my back out. The next 19 years went something like this: Go to physical therapy, feel a little bit better Get discharged Slowly start feeling worse (despite keeping up with the exercises) Try something new (yoga, chiropractor, therapeutic massage, acupuncture, tai chi, etc.) Continue to get worse Throw back out Lather. Rinse. Repeat. Most recently my doctor started floating the idea of spinal fusion surgery since nothing else seemed to be working. Given my age (35), I was hesitant to get such an invasive surgery. As a last ditch effort I figured I'd give Pilates a try. Enter Tonray. Tonray impressed me the first time I worked with her. Her understanding of form is unparalleled and her ability to give cues to get her clients to work correctly is exceptional. I've been working with her for just under a year and feel better than I did in my early 20s. I've still got a long way to go but I am optimistic that I'll continue to improve while working with her. Our sessions are always tough because she will not let you compromise your form at all. Turns out I've been unknowingly working with poor form/compensation patterns for decades. The only thing better than her coaching/teaching ability is her affability. She is warm and caring, and takes interest in helping her clients meet their goals. There is no doubt that she loves what she does. I always look forward to our sessions. If you ever get a chance to work with someone whose passion is their career, you 100% should. They're always a pleasure to be around. To be clear, don't take this review as a slight to physical therapy, yoga, tai chi, etc. They are great if done with perfect form and taught properly. If you want to move with perfect form, see Tonray. She will get you there.

Tonray is the best!…read more I started as a complete beginner with no experience or knowledge of Pilates. Tonray has been not only an excellent instructor, but a skilled motivator who has demonstrated how powerful and effective a Pilates workout can be. Either on its own, or as a complement to other forms of exercise, I've realized how valuable Pilates is -- and I can't imagine a better place to learn and practice it than Be Studio. My highest recommendation!

Affordable option with clean showers, lockers, and everything you need for a pre-work morning…read moreworkout. The gym is small but never crowded during morning hours. The floor area has a good selection of free weights and I've never had to wait for a machine. Sign-in with a card swipe and auto-pay online make membership pretty hassle-free. Unlike many gyms in Chicago, management is responsive and reasonable. When I had to move unexpectedly, Chris was flexible and far more generous than expected. Love this place!

Awesome gym. It's small and affordable, but they have everything you need. I like that they don't…read moreplay music over the loudspeakers until 10 a.m. (I don't know why more gyms don't do this, everyone has their own headphones these days.) Also, unlike other gyms that have tricks and fees and make you jump through hoops to cancel or change your membership, EFC is very customer-centric. No tricks, no hoops to jump through. Good gym culture. People re-rack their weights and wipe down machines. Very happy here.

Took a yoga class for the first time on Friday with the instructor, Eileen, and loved every minute…read moreit. Eileen was so kind and very attentive. She memorized everyone's name and was very encouraging with all poses. I left the class feeling extremely relaxed. I sadly do not live in Chicago so not sure when I can ever take a class here again, but highly recommend this place. Sign up for a single class like me to get an idea and feel for it. Beautiful studio!

I booked this session through ClassPass, and the class was canceled after the doors were already…read morescheduled to open. I understand that transportation issues can happen, but it's unlikely the instructor found out at the exact last minute. This was very disappointing, and it doesn't seem like a viable option for me going forward. On top of that, the cancellation came by email with no apology, just a note to "stay warm," which felt dismissive. I'm disappointed with how this situation was handled and hope this can be addressed more professionally in the future for other customers. Update: The manager responded and offered free classes after I replied to their initial cancellation email. An apology was not provided until after I mentioned that the situation felt unprofessional. If I did not provide feedback, there would have been no additional interaction. She also noted that the instructor arrived around the class start time, and I am not sure whether that was meant to suggest that I should have waited despite receiving a cancellation notice. My phone number is listed in my ClassPass profile, however, I cannot control what information the business is able to access on their end. I understand that transportation issues happen. I understand that weather can be a factor. For example, in order for me to make the class, I also had to clean off my car and shovel. If I had cancelled, and they were open, I most likely would've been charged a fee. I was frustrated that an apology was not initially offered. That simple gesture of acknowledgment shows that you respect the time and effort of others. I did not respond to their follow-up emails because I do not plan to take classes there. The delayed apology and the way the situation was handled overall do not align with the type of interactions I look for in a business. Overall, I just did not appreciate the tone of our interaction, and free classes does not make up for that. I've been appropriately refunded and there is no other action for the business to take on their end regarding me. Stay Warm.

I am now in my mid sixties and have not spent a lot of time in a gym or taking care of myself…read more However, I took my first class this week and I am just sorry I did not do it sooner. Staff is wonderful and understanding. No one pushed me to do anything that I was not capable or ready to try. I walked out feeling both physically and psychologically healthier. Great space and prices are very fair. I really enjoyed this and glad I tried it.

Took my first class there today and it was wonderful! Mickey is an encouraging teacher, and does a…read moregreat job explaining the hows and whys of each pose, breathwork etc. He keeps it fun and injects humor into a challenging (but not over the top) class. All levels are truly welcome. I felt more flexible, stronger, calmer and clear headed after I left. He is offering a very reasonable unlimited monthly fee. I recommend Metro Yoga!

10 stars. yogaview is the BEST levels for everyone and teachers who care and are actually NICE :)…read more I love yogaview

Beautiful studio, ample space, multiple studio rooms, lots of props, cute store (candles, palo…read moresanto, clothing, etc). This was my first time at the studio. The person at reception gave me a quick tour and was friendly. I took Quinn's Level 2 class this morning. Great variety of postures and balanced practice. I liked the pacing and flow and feel much better leaving than when I arrived. I hope to come back!