In Forma is a great neighborhood gym. I love the variety of fitness classes and the equipment is…read morejust right. They also have a great group of personal trainers - who really know how to motivate and guide you through the process of getting and being fit. In Forma's staff and the members are also very friendly. It's a no-pressure, welcoming gym.

This review is for Emm Yee. Honestly she is one of the best trainers I have ever encountered…read more Patient, understanding, and really takes interest in each individual's needs. I cannot believe that 24 Hour Fitness let this jewel go. Their loss is InForma Health Club's gain. I really loved the class last night. Thank you for an amazing time !!!!!! YOU ARE AWESOME!!!!!!!!

Kelly is truly the very best of the best. I have been seeing her for over a year now for support in…read moremy postpartum experience as well as in my second pregnancy. Her office is serene and the minute you walk in, you are instantly at ease. I initially booked a private Pilates session and in our talk prior to getting started, we pivoted and did an acupuncture session to address my underlying concerns. Kelly took the time to hear what I needed in that moment and, without hesitation, made the change. Kelly has supported me in my hardest moments of postpartum and pregnancy and I truly cannot imagine life without her anymore.

I've been seeing Kelly for the past 4 years and she has truly changed my life. Since I started…read moreregular acupuncture sessions with her, my anxiety has significantly decreased, and I find it much easier to manage work-related stress. I now only see her once a month and I still feel like a different person. Her extensive knowledge of acupuncture, herbs, supplements, and nutrition is invaluable. She always offers insightful recommendations tailored to my needs, from the right foods to support my body to simple tips for maintaining overall health. I can't recommend her highly enough for anyone seeking a holistic approach to well-being.

Looking for a welcoming, peaceful pilates studio with small classes and real individual attention?…read moreThis is the studio for you! I've been coming here for a few months, and Gaby Diskin is an experienced and hands-on instructor focused on body strengthening and fun exercise. Great location too.

From the owner: Pilates, CoreAlign, back care and Scoliosis management. Also…read moreoffering Massage Therapy.

I had an opportunity this week to have a private Pilates session with Amy. It was such a great…read moreexperience! The studio is beautiful and clean, Amy is knowledgeable and in general great to work with. I am definitely a beginner at Pilates but she worked with me on form and explaining what I should be feeling during each move. I left feeling amazing. Highly recommend this studio.

Inclusive, judgment-free, uplifting, and safe environment for people of all shapes, sizes and…read morebackgrounds. Amy is one of the nicest people I've ever met and I have enjoyed every class at The Centered Body that I've taken. I am by no means a fitness person and am in terrible shape; I was very nervous to take exercise classes in public (I usually just ride my peloton bike at home) but I immediately felt at ease by both Amy and the environment of her business. If you are thinking about trying Pilates but are feeling a little nervous - I highly recommend this place. I haven't been able to get myself in the habit of regular exercise most of my adult life until now; I really do look forward to these classes both for the physical aspect, but also for the social!

As a long-standing member of Oakwood, I am continually drawn back by the exceptional dance…read moreinstructors who enrich our community. Among them, Carah Hering stands out as my all-time favorite fitness instructor. She imparts her expertise in Line Dancing, ZUMBA, Aqua-ZUMBA, and Cardio Dance, fostering a sense of community that transcends the club. Carah helps coordinate dance parties and trips throughout the year, she also encourages the celebration of birthdays and other life milestones in a unique and memorable manner. These events provide an unparalleled opportunity for camaraderie and shared experiences. Recently, I underwent hip replacement surgery, and Carah's classes served as my greatest motivation to heal and resume dancing with my Oakwood Dance Sisters. If you are passionate about dance or eager to explore this art form, I wholeheartedly recommend all the dance classes offered at the Oakwood Athletic Club.

We've been members since Oakwood gym was built 29 years ago. Such a release for everyone in the…read morefamily to have a go to place to exercise. It is also a community. Members with similar interests become friends. There is even a dance group that go to dinners before concerts, etc.

Hazel is an amazing instructor and the sweetest! I've done pilates at other studios for a few…read moreyears, but I truly appreciate how Hazel pays attention to every detail. After just a month of working with her, my chronic low back pain is improving, and my alignment is so much better. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Cozy studio offering one-on-one Pilates sessions in Rockridge. A fully equipped studio welcoming…read moreeveryone. Please call / text to schedule a session. 917-703-1157

I am a fat woman with multiple difficulties from old injuries. I am wary of "fitness people"…read morebecause in the past they've gotten me hurt a lot more often than they've helped me be healthy. If it wasn't an actual injury, it was insensitivity about my size -- either one will make fitness a major challenge. I originally went to Laurie because she's an old friend who was launching her own business. I was skeptical about Pilates, skeptical about its suitability for me, and cautious about the whole thing. That was a little over a month ago. I'm now a regular, signed up for a ten lesson package, because (1) I enjoyed the first visit and (2) this stuff is good for me. I could feel the benefit in the first visit, but it was striking after the second visit. The exercises and the "homework" are manageable and make me feel better rather than feel worse. I can walk farther without problems, I can stand longer without problems, and it is already translating into a more active life for me. Laurie is good humored, articulate, gentle, and non-judgmental. She knows the names of the little muscles I am finding that I never used before. Her equipment looks like it was made for torture, but really it is exactly the opposite. She has been both knowledgeable and graceful in modifying exercises as necessary for a person of my size and build. I did not list the address because the studio is a small building in the backyard of her home. Imagine going to exercise class, walking through a wooden gate, crunching across fallen leaves, and walking into a room full of light and calm! So, if you are fearful, skeptical, and increasingly immobile, but desirous of reversing the trend into something happier, consider Laurie. She is a good and gentle teacher.

I signed up for a benefit workshop that Laurie gave a while back and I was VERY impressed with her…read morepresentation to a bunch of us newbies! Okay, maybe I was the only fool who had never experienced Pilates... but I think a good teacher is someone who can "break it down" into bite-sized chunks and "read" the students to know when they get lost and need more coaching. I think Laurie has both the expertise, passion, and patience to be a GREAT coach and instructor for anyone interested in working on/with their body in this discipline.

Nyrene helped transform my body in time for my wedding and because of her, I felt phenomenal my…read moreentire wedding day. Over about 6 months she got me to the gym multiple times a week and helped me actually enjoy myself! To my husband's embarrassment, I even started showing my biceps at dinner parties... In addition to positive visual changes, I really just have felt stronger. My stamina is better and I am happier because I feel healthier! She regularly challenged me to do things I wasn't used to, but was super great at modifying exercises that irritated my back injury from a prior roll-over car accident. While my then-fiancé was hoping training would be pre-wedding only, I think Nyrene is going to need to stay a part of my regular life. So much so, that 3 days after my wedding I asked to schedule a session with her before leaving for my honeymoon because I was having "withdrawals" ...and maybe I was regretting my post-wedding ice cream binge...oops

I lack the motivation to exercise. Thank goodness I found Nyrene! She comes to my home (I choose to…read moreexercise in my garden) and we get in a great workout tailored to my needs. She is very knowledgeable and professional, but what I love most is her patience and kindness. She is fun to work with even when I'm not in the mood. She works with all ages and fitness levels. She's happy to work over Zoom, at home or anywhere you choose. She is flexible when one day I want to try something different, like staircases and hills in my neighborhood. She is a treasure!

Working with Claudia for the birth of our 2nd child helped us heal from a traumatic first birth…read moreexperience. We went to the hospital feeling more prepared and we were able to work together and have a great birth experience. We will share that forever. Thank you, Claudia!

I highly recommend Claudia floral McCaffrey for Past life and inner child regression therapy…read more During the sessions Claudia was sensitive, courteous and empathetic which not only helped me overcome my challenges but also helped me move forward from the past trauma. This has been the best experience, one usually wouldn't open up easily however her professional approach made me comfortable and I trust her and her techniques completely. If I ever need again, I know I am always going back to Claudia. Can't recommend enough!

I highly recommend Rachel if you are looking for a personal trainer! I came to Rachel with almost…read moreno experience in the gym. Through training with her I've gained so much confidence with equipment that I would have never picked up on my own. Rachel takes time to really make sure you are working towards your fitness goals. She builds her programs specifically around your goals and will make tweaks based on progress so that you can get the most out of your sessions. Her positive and encouraging attitude during sessions always helps me to finish strong and lift more than I thought I could! She also takes time to explain each exercise and why we are doing it. I am super happy with my results from training with Rachel for just a short period of time!!

Rachel is such a great trainer. She is fantastic at taking your goals and really honing in on which…read moreexercises will get you there the fastest. I was able to build my hips / butt 1.5 inches and lose an inch from my waist in 2 months! She's also got great advice about diet and goes above and beyond to research additional methods of training to get you past plateaus and to get you to your goals faster. Rachel is definitely very focused during training, which I love - but also somehow is super fun to chat with. She also really cares about her clients as well, not just professionally but personally. When I was having a really hard day and started crying in the gym, she said there was no way I should be training and sat me down and we just spent the hour chatting rather than training. She didn't charge me for that session; it's because she genuinely cares.