Thought I had posted this a while back, but am happy to post a review now! I love this Bar studio…read moreand have gone a couple times. It isn't super convenient for me so I can't do a membership but I love the classes and the location. Parking can be a bit tricky, but there is enough if you arrive early and are patient! I loved the instructors and I also really like their Express class if I am in the area but need to get back to work or to an appointment nearby. With they have a location closer to me, but I encourage everyone to try them out!

Great studio, instructors and classes. Whether you've done barre once or regularly, the classes are…read morechallenging. There is a combination of ballet, ab work and small repetitions of weights during the warm up. The instructors take the time to focus on your form, learn your name and encourage you during class. The stretches also really help with flexibility throughout out. The restroom and locker room is super cute, clean and well maintained. I would highly recommend this place over pure barre or any other barre studios in the oc

It was my first time taking this workout! Not an easy workout. I was sweating the whole time…read more Miya was warm and welcoming. Would do it again soon

I started taking classes a couple months ago at the Newport location and all the instructors are…read moregreat! Worth every penny, they don't waste a second of class time. Shoutout Caroline, Joelle, and Cinnamin!

Had the best time at Newport Peach Such a fun workout and definitely humbling in the best way.. I…read morethought the step and lighter weights would be easy... meanwhile by the end I was SWEATING. The whole aesthetic is so cute, very nostalgic 90s vibe, and the instructor brought such great energy. Everyone was super welcoming too. It was also really sweet seeing the moms coming out of the mother's class with their little babies when we finished Loved switching up my routine with something different and fun. Thank you for such a great class!

Used to come here alll the time when I was postpartum for the mommy baby barre class and it was so…read moregood!! And actually a hard class for post partum moms with the added weight of baby. 10/10 recommend all the instructors were so nice and the studio is gorgeous!

I have gone to 9 different Pilates classes/studios in the past 2 weeks and Sofia was the BEST…read morepilates instructor that I had a class with. She was soooo kind, helpful, and encouraging. Before class started, she went around to each person asking how they were, seeing what modifications they needed, and explained the reformer and class thoroughly. During the class, she communicated very detailed and was really helpful in demonstrating the different sets and techniques. After class, she went around to every person asking how the class was for them. I really appreciated how present and engaged she was with everyone! The studio was clean, cozy, and well equipped. It had a lot of reformers with towers and had all the tools needed for the workout. I did the a** and abs workout and it was great. It definitely pushed me and I just know i'm going to feel sore tomorrow! Extras- Parking is great! Right outside the studio. They are soooo welcoming as you come in! There's a shelf to put your belongings, a water station, and a bathroom. Thank you again! See you again soon :)

WOW 7:30pm Friday night class with Sam was a HIT!!! The best of Pilates class I have been to ever…read more As I walked in I was greeted, asked about injuries. Then greeted by instructor Sam, attended to my injuries again and gave permission to flag her down if I needed any assistance. 1st time here was given an introduction of their equipment. Sam was very engaging, attentive to fix the students, and encouraging! Marbled flooring, nice lighting and the swings in the front were iconic!

This little Barre studio is in the heart of Costa Mesa and has a warm homely feel to it…read more I used a Groupon for a month unlimited and it was a pretty seamless process to get my classes credited onto the Mind Body app. Contrary to other bad Yelp reviews, the booking of Groupon classes was easy and classes were available too. The barre instructor, Erika, appears sweet but her workouts are deliciously challenging! Morgan's Barre class is great too and a completely different barre style incorporating more HIIT and cardio. They offer a 'Pound' class which is a must try! It incorporates 2 x Drummer sticks and you're essentially having a jam session and rocking it out through the workout. It's a great stress reliever and recommended if you're having a bad day! I wish there were classes during the day between 10am and 5pm while my sons at school. I manage to do the 6.30am class but it's a rush in the mornings to get back and get him to school. 1 rest room, no showers. I like that they provide lockers with keys with no extra charge. There's also a key rack to hang your key during class. Free parking available.

Really cute locally owned studio. The staff is super welcoming and they even have an office dog…read more He's not allowed in the area where you workout but sometimes he'll pop his head in and it makes you smile for a minute after you'd been grimacing from workout torture. The classes are mostly Barre focused so a lot of it is standing and the instructors will definitely work you. Morgan's classes are high energy and cardio based. I always feel like I get a good workout from her. Erika's classes are also Barre but have a yoga-flow element to them. Danielle offers a Triple A (Arms, Abs, Ass) class that will tone the hell out of you and she just recently started teaching a TRX Barre workout that I haven't tried yet but will! They also hired a new girl Sam who does a Barre Bootcamp class that I've heard nothing but good things about. One thing I want to point out is that despite being in an industrial area, the studio is very clean. They have lockers for you to keep your things safe and the floors are hardwood (or laminate, I can't really tell the difference) point being that you won't walk into a hot room to the foul odor of sweaty carpet which makes this place a winner in my book.

Wow what a reformer class! It felt like a private class with only 2 other people. The view is…read moreabsolutely gorgeous and kept me motivated. There is no AC so it gets like warm Pilates- got me dripping in sweat! Lauren provided very clear instructions with options to modify or make it spicy. The moves were classic Pilates and had me SHAKING. Going down the stairs afterwards was tough. The music was soft and gave a nice vibe to the space. Body design has a water dispenser with cups and towels provided. There are also many mirrors in the space to check form and a balcony! I will absolutely be back.

Had my first class this week using a Groupon 10-pack. I walked in because I couldn't get a hold of…read morefront desk and luckily drop in at 11 am, which was totally fine. It's located on the top floor of the Edwards, and seems like it's been there for quite a while. Location/view/reformers are nice and parking is free. I've been to several studios in LA for fitness classes and matt Pilates and this was my second reformer class, first time in Newport. This location had a mix of all ages, they also have private training and have a small gym setup. The instructor Lauren was so friendly and sweet and her class kicked my butt. She continued to check on me throughout class because I mentioned I had a back injury I'm rehabbing. She also checked me in initially because their receptionist was not available. I'll be back to finish out my class pack!

I had a great experience at Hello Yoga. I was welcomed in by the instructor (Melissa) and the owner…read more(Debbie) after checking in and signing a waiver. They were both very kind and welcoming. They showed me where I could grab my props for the class (I grabbed some blocks and a strap). The space is beautiful. Very open and calm. Not too many people in the class which made the flow more enjoyable. I did a Vinyasa Flow through ClassPass in the morning. Lots of different variations of poses to match your level which was very helpful in making progressions. I liked the different types of music tracks used for this class. A whole hour went by very quickly. I would recommend Hello Yoga if you're looking for a chill relaxing studio that offers many different classes. I would be interested in trying their Metal Yoga in the future which is yoga to metal music!

About 2-3 years ago I worked down the street from this location and while driving home I would…read morethink about how great it would be if a yoga studio opened up along my route home and then one day I looked over and saw the sign for Hello Yoga so I like to believe that I manifested this studio. I began attending yoga, yogalates and barre classes and trying out different instructors. I even tried the Metal Yoga and loved it! There used to be a yoga class that incorporated reiki which was awesome (Meera we miss you!) Currently my favorite classes are the sound baths with Missy. They also feature special classes every once in a while for special things like breath work etc. which are quite popular. I really like this studio because it's not one of those impersonal corporate owned places that has a generic big box feel. I hate those places because any time I have done the one free class deal to see if I like it I end up getting hounded by text messages trying to sell me a monthly membership. Hello Yoga is NOT that kind of place. They are so chill here. Hello Yoga is a woman owned small business and you can meet Debra, the owner, and take one of her classes and experience how great she is. She knows what people want and need so she offers all types of options for signing up for classes. You can choose to have a monthly membership, pay for a single class, buy a class pack or use Classpass. There's always plenty of parking in the lot in front of the studio with overflow parking available behind the studio.

I am currently working out at Aura four times a week. My husband and I love to take pilates…read morereformer and pilates mat classes here. He is 6 feet tall and I am 5 feet tall. It's hard to find a sport or a workout routine that we both enjoy at the same time. We truly love taking classes together. I have been taking many classes with different pilates instructors in 2011. Del is absolutely the best pilates instructor I have ever had. Just a little back ground info for those of you who does not know Del, the owner and her studio. Del is passionate about helping people in achieving maximum fitness,wellness, and health. She insists that the class size be small, never exceeds 5 person each class. You get lots of individual attention because Del watches everyone's forms very carefully. She makes an effort to get to know each of her students so that she knows very well who has had what injuries. She would adjust the exercises accordingly. I feel safe when the instructor is so vigilant and is watching over me when I exercise. The studio is spacious and very clean. It has a big balcony right outside of the classroom. So the studio is always well lit with crisp breeze from Corona del Mar beach. I used to take classes such as cross fit, TRX, body sculpture, barre, yoga, weight training, Tabata, spin on a regular basis. The result was lower back, neck, wrist injuries that require me to rest for months before I could go back to my regular exercise routines. Now I finally find what works best for me. Pilates at Aura plus some weight training and a little cardio each week. So far I have not had any injuries this year. Hope this review is helpful.

I love this new studio!!! My session with Delyer was exactly what my body needed. The studio has…read moremy fave Balanced Body equipment and doors that open with a lovely sea breeze. Delyer is a highly-trained instructor and the time flew by. Yayy!!! Super happy.

I was a little nervous about getting back into Pilates after taking a few years off, but I'd heard…read moregreat things about this studio, so I purchased a package of private sessions to ease back into my practice. The studio paired me with Becky, and she has been amazing. The private sessions with her helped me rebuild confidence in my form and feel ready to transition back into group classes. She knows how to challenge you in all the right ways, which I really appreciate! The group sessions have been fun to get into as well. They're definitely not easy (for me ), but the instructors make it easy to work at your own pace. This studio has quickly become my new happy place.

Ekam Pilates has become my favorite studio. Every instructor I've taken has been incredibly…read moreknowledgeable, helpful, and great at explaining movements and correcting form throughout class. The workouts are challenging, effective, and there's a really good variety of classes. Everyone at the studio is friendly and welcoming, and the space is always clean. They also have the cutest little boutique up front with so many adorable things. A special shoutout to Jessica and Tedde: their classes are phenomenal and some of my favorites. I've tried several Pilates studios, and Ekam consistently stands out for the quality of instruction and overall atmosphere.

I have been loving going here so far! My whole body is hurting, but in a good way! The movements…read moreseem so small but they are so hard! The instructors have great energy and they are helpful with corrections.

My love affair with Pure Barre started 11 years ago and since then, on and off, it has been my…read morehappy workout place. After my second pregnancy I started having back pain. I used to see a chiropractor twice at week with no results. A friend suggested me to try this workout in order to strengthen my core muscle. I still remember the soreness of my whole body after the first class and the feel of joy at the same time: I had found my "me time" happy place! My back pain disappeared after a month. Since then, on and off due to my crazy schedule, I've been coming to this place. I tried other exercises but nothing fulfills my needs the way Pure Barre does. It's gentle with your body avoiding any kind of injuries, still effective and hard core. The place is well run. The teachers are wonderful and always ready to help especially with new people. From the moment you walk in, you're recognized, called by your first name, encouraged and motivated throughout the class. There are 3 level of classes, you start with the foundation before you move to the others. What else to say? Thank you Pure Barre for taking care of my body and my soul!