As always, let's be clear where this place is, and where you can park. Core40 is in the old McClintock Building, at the west corner of Kettner and B. There is a small banner on the building, but it's at second-floor level, right by the B St. crosswalk, so it's easy to overlook. Walk into the main lobby and take the elevator (it's on the right) to the second floor. Core40 will be on your right as you exit. I got lucky with parking, and found a nice shady spot up the street (Kettner) between Ash and Beech. There is a covered parking lot right next to the McClintock building, called (not surprisingly) 'McClintock Parking.' The sign says it is for 'Tenants and Guests.' One of the other reviewers (Jenny K) said that you can drive in (so no RFID chip needed, I guess), and park for $1. I'll try that next time, and see what happens. *** UPDATE: July 8, 2015 -- You can indeed park inside, and it's just One Dollah !! *** The workout itself was top-notch, very challenging. My instructor was Jennifer (a San Diegan now, originally from Ecuador), who was incredibly patient and helpful with a N00B like me. She was encouraging and 'tough-love' at the same time. The workout is 40 minutes non-stop core, and I do mean non-stop. Loved the equipment -- Pilates reformers on steroids, and the machines were beautifully maintained. I will definitely make this one of my go-to places for training. read more

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My friends have been raving about Elevate Training for months. A friend of mine even bought me Elevate Pilates socks for Christmas. And, yesterday, I went to my first class. I had never used a reformer before. Shannon took her time explaining how to use a reformer and coached me and everyone else in the class on how to position ourselves for each movement. I'm feeling the soreness today, and will be going back on Sunday! read more

I usually visit the Solana Beach Core40 location. While I love the natural light of that studio, the Little Italy Core40 studio is great in its own way! I really love working on the Megaformer M3's. There is so much you can do on them. The machines are well-maintained here and I don't need to worry about uneven platforms due to wear and tear on the machines. The studio is small, but doesn't feel that way. It is just enough space to do all exercises without bumping into your neighbor. There are enough lockers to store/lock up your belongings while in class. Core40 is located on the 2nd floor of this building. Metered parking and garage parking are available. I love coming here! read more

Highly recommend taking a class from Elevate Training! I did a group class last night with my coworkers from Rady Children's and Natalie was an amazing instructor. She was so patient with us and gave good direction. The view was perfect, the reformers were spread out, and everything was very clean. Thank you! read more

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Wow!! Amazing!! Before going to class: 40 minutes, easy peasy! After class: Longest 40 minutes of my life. No pain, no gain! I will eventually be back. I like to put my body through various tortures and not work out the same muscle groups. read more

All the classes are challenging, make you sweat and you feel great and energized. I love the reformer work and spin classes. Great 40 minute workout you wont regret. I have tried various instructors they are all knowledgeable and help to accommodate on the megaformer. read more

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Reese is the best! Last minute instructor changes are my only complaint. Would love a 50 minute class too.... If they would offer an abs and booty class I think everyone would love that. Nonetheless, great studio and I've referred and converted everyone I know in a lagree lover! read more

Lagree pilates is an amazing full body workout. I find that at elevate you really have to find the right instructor for you. With that being said I recommend taking advantage of their 2 week intro deal for $59 and go as many times as you can with different instructors. I found that I wasn't getting that sore as I wasn't working my muscles to fatigue as you should be with any lagree class, and that the routine/moves were always similar/repetitive and then I found my favourite instructor Raquel L... She does a killer leg workout always, not to mention she is the sweetest and motivating instructor! read more

Before coming to Elevate, I had bounced around and tried a variety of different workouts, always feeling burnout after a few months. I have now been coming to Elevate for two years and am addicted! Even when I am on vacation, I look forward to coming back just to be able to come back to Elevate. It is an incredible workout, fast-paced so you don't get bored but low enough impact where it feels sustainable and not injury inducing. Best studio ever!! read more

Incredible workout. Facility is clean, plenty of time options for class, and a great variety of quality instructors (Laurie is my personal fave). If you're looking for an effective, low impact, strength focused experience look no further. read more

I have been coming to Elevate on and off for the past 6 years. I love this place for many reasons but mainly because they have a studio in Solana Beach which is where I spend a lot of time with my family. The instructors are extremely friendly, personable, and knowledgeable about the Lagree method. This is the only workout that I have consistently stuck with over the years because no matter how many times you go, it constantly challenges your mind and your body. They are always looking for feedback and really do take it into consideration and make changes if needed which I think is pretty amazing. I am so thankful for Elevate and the team behind it. HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this studio!!! read more

I've been coming to this studio for a while through ClassPass. Parking can be difficult so make sure you come a little early. This studio is so cute! It has an industrial type feel. The main room has megaformers and there is a spin room. The workouts are great! The combo class always kicks my butt! They also have another location in Solana Beach and I've visited both. read more

I LOVE this gym and the Lagree fitness method. All of the instructors are very knowledgeable, they do a great job encouraging us during the class, and they keep the energy high. They switch up the movements and keep things fresh, so I feel like every class is always different. The Lagree method has done wonders for my body. I have never felt stronger and my abs pop for the first time in my life! Each class is an amazing full body work out! And the best part-- only 40 minutes! read more

An incredible workout that leaves you feeling all kinds of amazing! It's a 40 minute full body workout that makes you shake and sweat. The slow controlled movements make sure you maintain excellent form and nothing has ever torched my abs and obliques as much as this workout. Whether you live in San Diego or visiting for a bit, you absolutely need to make Elevate a part of your weekly workout! 10/10! read more

Classes are short, the workout is challenging, the coaches are friendly and knowledgeable, and I love my results! I've been taking classes here for almost 3 years and I love this studio so much! Definitely check this place out! read more

Love this studio!! As far as workouts go, this is really as good as it gets! For me, I Can't beat getting such an effective full body workout in, in 40 min!! No doubt it is tough, but you definitely get results, both in strength and toning!! read more

10/10 LOVE this place! Shannon, Carina, & Kelsey are my favorite. They are the hardest but the most encouraging & keep you distracted during all the hard movements. Shannon is a dream!!!! Makes you want to work harder read more

Love Elevate and the machines. Def recommend doing a private session if you are new to doing the Lagree machines. Love it when they correct my form and are precise communicating on how to get the MOST out of the movement. It can be intimidating at first couple classes but worth it (they offer a cheap 2 week trial!) and like that it's only 40 min but totally feel accomplished. read more

Although this studio is compact, is it clean and all the instructors are very nice and the classes are challenging. They offer classes throughout the day and the classes are small enough that you feel safe and comfortable asking questions. Park in the garage for $1 (drive right up to the garage and the door will open), there's a payment machine inside and leave the receipt on your dash. read more

literally LOVE this place. my BMI has gone and my muscle mass has gone up in less than 2 months!! can not rave about elevate enough!

Five months ago I was practically forced by my friend Zory to sign in for a try-out week at Elevate. After the first class I was hooked. The effectiveness of the routines, combined with excellent instructors, have improve my physical (and emotional) condition and my life with it. Everybody should give themselves the same opportunity, to try this place, enjoy the environment and get significant improvements in health! read more

This is my third go-around with Core40. I started in 2011 at the Solana Beach studio and became hooked immediately. I loved the intensity and efficiency! 40 minutes all out, and I was done! During the 7 month stretch during which I had a monthly unlimited package, I was in the best shape of my life. I really enjoyed the combo classes, particularly with Kellie H. In 2013, I did another 5-month stint at the Little Italy studio. Again, I got into awesome shape. I enjoyed Jen B.'s classes a lot. I definitely have my favorite instructors, and those whose classes I am not as excited about. However, it's simply a matter of personal preference. No matter who is in charge, the workout is amazing. Salina, Mabel, Kellie H., and Jen B. are all fantastic! 3 weeks ago, I re-joined for my third time! I live in Kensington and drive to the Little Italy studio 4 times a week, because, I have realized that no workout is more efficient. I have dabbled in yoga and sculpt, but I feel that Core40 gives me the best return on my investment. It is more expensive than I would like, but, it is so worth it!! Hopefully, I can write back in a few months and claim that I am in the best shape of my life (again!). read more

The best Pilate's studio in San Diego. Not the traditional wimpy kind where you won't sweat. This shit is the real deal and will have your heart racing and at times gasping for air. If you really wanna push yourself go to Alona's class. She is the hardest but the best. She makes alot of rounds to correct your form. Guaranteed you will be sore. I workout 2 hours plus six days a week and these classes still are always challenging for me. read more

Best pilates studio ever! I have nothing but great things to say about this place (okay may it's a bit pricey but honestly it's totally worth it in my opinion). The instructors, the megareformer, the feel and the overall workout are all so great! I've been consistently taking classes for about two months now and I must say that after every class I'm super sore. I've noticed a positive difference in my physical strength and agility. The best part of it all is that the classes are only 40 minutes long! It goes by so quick, yet you do so much in that time. The studio's whole philosophy is to exhaust 600 muscles in 40 minutes...and trust me my muscles are exhausted at the end! The instructors utilize every second of the 40 minutes to make sure your muscles cannot perform anymore. The studio is well-maintained and clean. Each instructor has a slightly different style, which adds a nice variety. If you are new to pilates or to this studio, I'd recommend starting with the foundation class, which is easier to follow. Even though it's an easier class, you still may feel like you're totally out of shape and won't ever be able to balance yourself on the megareformer (that was me at first), but don't worry, after just 2-3 classes you'll get the hang of it. You'll start seeing a difference in your strength and body right away!! read more

This is the nicest Pilates studio I've ever been to. Not that I've been to more than 2 but still.. It's nice.. There are 2 rooms, 1 for Pilates and one for cycle. They have the very latest bikes and 3rd generation reformers.. So luxurious to use beautiful, new equipment! The lighting is soft in the Pilates room and a stimulating blue in the cycle room, there are material covered boxes on the walls, I assume for sound absorption.. What a thoughtful touch! The instructors I had seemed knowledgable and experienced. And they were very friendly and welcoming to me.. I was particularly impressed by their playlists of current, popular music.. Very motivating! Look for a groupon to check this out for a fab deal read more

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Ｉwent to class （4 mins late）and my spot was already taken by other people who didn't register for the course. I have to go back home while paying for classes already they didn't let me cancel my classes although someone else takes my spot. So disappointed. Management system needs to be organized. They didin't refund me although my spot is taken read more

I love these work outs! The teachers give great workouts that are always really hard but lots of fun. All the teachers are great, nice and very knowledgeable but Ashley is my favorite. read more

Did the spin / cycle class. Very cool and modern building and interior. All of the equipment is the latest and very high end quality. Instructor was amazing... very challenging, but excellent workout. Staff is great too. Highly recommended. Thank you read more

Phenomenal low-impact but strength building workout. I highly recommend Alona's classes. read more

The workout is ahhhmazing! And the instructors and manager seem to really care about your well being and are very accomodating! Highly recommend this studio. Can't go wrong coming here. read more

First class is free, so I decided to check it out. The instructor was Mabel and she was amazing. She was nice but definitely made you work hard. She also did a great job between balancing leading the class and giving individual corrections. overall core40 was a great class, those megaformers were clean, and easy to use. Highly recommended. read more

First of all, I never right reviews, because I'm lazy like that... with writing reviews that is. Not lazy with working out though! I just needed to write this review because its just so worth sharing with the world how great, challenging, and effective Core40 is for me. I've always been physically active, and have done a myriad of workout classes, ran a multitude of 5K to half marathon races, but what I realized when I attended my first Core40 class a year ago was that I didn't have a core!!! I walked in thinking "I've got this, I'm in decent physical shape" and boy was I SO wrong, I shuffled outta there literally dripping with sweat and eating humble pie! I did not have any history of doing any yoga or pilates types of exercises so this was VERY new to me. I hated every second of it, in a good way, so much so, that I'm still attending classes. I've been attending classes 2-3 times a week for the last year and I'm proud to say that I now have a core! I'm not gonna lie, the classes are still extremely challenging for me but I can see and feel that I'm getting stronger mentally and physically each and every class. Not to mention it helps with my other workouts and races. This location has excellent instructors, all of the ones that I have taken are great. You cannot go wrong taking classes with any of them. Alona's classes are the ones I take the most because it fits into my schedule. Her style is tough, and her classes are brutal but she makes sure that your form is correct, and if you need modifications, she is very helpful. She sometimes will mix in some unorthodox moves that I'm sure she conjured up in her sleep, but it does the trick in making muscles that you didn't even know you had sore for days. I take the spinning classes with Salina and she's awesome! She's great at coordinating the music to the spinning intervals it makes her classes fly by. The instructors encourage you to push past your mental limits, and I personally really need that push sometimes. They have many class packages to choose from to make it financially feasible and every now and then they have a great flash sale to make it even more affordable. Don't waste anymore time reading this review, go sign up for your free class! So worth it! (I would recommend a "foundation" class if its your first time) read more

best workout I've done in San Diego. Great instructors, great music - motivational & intense. Great core workout if you want lean abs! Tips - parking garage and studio are kind of hard to find. There is an attached parking garage that you really have to look for. Studio is on second floor of main building. 2nd tip - if you haven't done Lagree before, this isn't traditional pilates. Its way more intense and you need to go a few times to get the hang of it. Once you do, you are hooked! read more

I have been going here consistently for 2 years. The instructors are all knowledgeable and the workout is always challenging. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

My friend has been recommending this workout for years. Finally opened this location close to where I live so I had no excuse but to try it especially the first class is FREE. I'm addicted to this workout now and I love how I feel so sore after but at the same time feeling good. It's only a 40-min class (except for the combo) so you are in and out in less than an hour. The location is perfect - plenty of street parking and there's one in the building for just $1/hr. I've recommended this workout with a couple of my friends and they have been coming too! Instructors are all nice and the facility is clean. Amazing workout and even though I'm sore for days after, I keep coming back for more! read more

Amazing studio with amazing classes! Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a really hard but also quick workout. They also make taking a class during covid really safe and comfortable. read more

Updating review as the manager was kind enough to have me try another session. I really enjoyed this session and felt the instructors were engaged in their students. Thanks a bunch! read more

My first class was the combination - the spinning isn't great and the bikes they have aren't great either. The instructor kept telling us to go a ### of rpms, but they have no gauge on the bikes. The actual core workout was fabulous and I just wish it wasn't so expensive to take their classes. (Single classes are $35 and go down by package, but even the lowest class was still a little under $20 / class.) I would absolutely come back if I found a groupon or something along those lines because the amount of work you get on those machines they have is just great. read more

Elevate is incredible. The classes are extremely challenging especially for 40 minutes & there's a wide variety of schedule options. Ashley is by far the best instructor and will kick your bootie right into shape! read more

You think you're in shape until you take a Core40 class. Great workout and love the challenge! Only 40 min and builds LEAN muscle, not bulk. Also, what really got me to write this review is Alona - she's the most amazing instructor. She pushes you but watches you to make sure you're doing everything correctly. I've only taken 2 of her classes, but I'm hooked. Her classes def kick everything up a gear, and I love the music. Sally is also awesome with newbies like myself. read more