What a great workout! I was visiting for a work conference and it was pouring rain, but I went into the flooded streets to go stretch and shake and sweat here. I am so glad I did! The entire workout was worth it! My uber was $40 and I am not even mad because the workout was fabulous. read more

I was visiting Santa Barbara and decided to drop in for a class. The instructor and students were incredibly welcoming and the pace of instruction was challenging in all of the right ways for Lagree. read more

I was invited to take a class at Fit Buddha and I still can't stop thinking about how satisfying the experience was. It was a great challenge I feel like everyone should take on! I didn't take a pic because I was soaking it all in! read more

Fit Budha is incredible! The team rocks and the workouts are so tough yet very fun! They truly sculpt your body. If you are looking for a fun, efficient, and a workout where you actually see and feel fast results, try this studio. read more

I visited the Santa Barbara location last week and their Megaformer machines are ancient and in poor condition. I'm shocked people are able to use them - the carriage was extremely difficult to move (especially for lunges). I noticed the instructor had us mainly stay on the back platform throughout class. Workout felt limited as the machines were unusable for basic Lagree sequences. The cushions were beat up, flattened, arm straps had no slack, and the springs were rusty. I practice Lagree regularly and was disappointed in the quality/maintenance of this studio. read more

Amazing studio. Clean, good vibes, intelligent instructors. I would recommend this pilates studio to everyone looking for a challenging workout and a fun, encouraging environment. read more

Best Pilates studio I've ever been too! And I've used 6 others all around California...all the instructors are great but different from each other so you always get a good mix. Instructors are very helpful if needed but give you space to do your own thing. Best workout ever, always makes me feel great. Great music, I'm a college kid and I feel right at home but there is a wide range of ages. You get familiar with the instructors and other attendees so it starts to feel like a little family. :) Also there's a 75 min free parking lot next door which makes parking super easy. read more

I have been going to Fit Buddha on and off for about ten years. The mega former work out is the best whole body exercise I have ever experienced. When I started I had body pain due to stress, grief and loss. Within two sessions my body pain disappeared and I felt as if I was coming back to life. More recently during Covid, I have been going to Marcus for private sessions. He has been helping me perfect my form and has been working with my hip arthritis- I haven't had any hip pain since we started. I have gained back my strength and flexibility after spending two years sitting at my desk at home. Marcus graciously agrees to wear a mask so I feel safe. I highly recommend both the group classes and private sessions. I love Fit Buddha! read more

Definitely the worst Lagree Pilates studio I have been to... I don't want to name any instructors, but one instructor was super unclear in her directions. Literally every student was looking around the room, completely confused, unsure of what positions the instructor was trying to do. Then when she finished, students had to remind her of positions she missed (she did some on the first side, not the second). Another instructor I tried was sooo unfriendly. I literally walked in and could not tell who the instructor was. I literally thought to myself "the instructor must have gone to use the bathroom." Then as class started, it turned out the instructor was actually sitting on a student's megaformer chatting away, not acknowledging anyone who entered the room. She literally did not greet a single student. I think in all the fitness classes I have ever been to, this instructor was the least friendly I have ever encountered. read more

Fit Buddha is an awesome place and I'm so glad I got the groupon for their spin classes. The location itself is very easy to find- basically just right around the REI. The parking is definitely limited, but it's find when you go to the 6AM classes (I know, it's brutal). Natalie is an awesome spin instructor- she, like other instructors here, measure by percentage of your own efforts. I don't ever feel judged, or body shamed at this place, as we are all here to be fit and happy. The spin classes are 50 minutes long and they really kick my butt every week. I went 4 times this week and now I can't feel my legs. I am definitely reluctant about the price, but I do believe you get the best bang for your buck when you get the 20 classes for $200 package. I'll be coming by more often, in hopes to actually fulfill my New Year's resolution of going to the gym at least 3x a week! read more

Fit Buddha - So early.... but so worth it!!! - Pilates Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Holy smokes!! Found this lil studio on Class Pass as I was passing through town and hopped into a MegaReformer class. The studio is spacious, though the class sizes are small, and very zen (which you definitely need doing a workout that tough!) I arrived to class early, and having never used a Mega Reformer, the instructor promptly greeted me and showed me the ropes. I've used Pilates reformer equipment before but was super impressed with the difficulty and versatility of the mega reformer. The workout was SO tough (and you can make it even harder!) and a mere 45 minutes long. The instructor was friendly, knowledgeable, and hands-on (especially for myself, a beginner). I wish I caught her name (ClassPass says it was Stephanie), but I would highly recommend her and this studio for a low impact, full body workout that FOR sure would tone you up in a regular regimen. read more

Fit Buddha is my favorite workout in town! The instructors are welcoming, the studio has great energy and the reformer routines are guaranteed to leave you sore (read: stronger!) The classes are small and intimate - which allows the instructor to get to know you and ensure you're keeping good form with each move. I've tried yoga, gyms, running and weight lifting, but I can say confidently that this workout has changed my body more than anything else. Even my husband, who was convinced that Pilates couldn't be "that hard," was blown away by how effective his first class was. Marcus and Eva are wonderful owners and they've created something really special here! read more

Hurting in all the right places after Laura's core and glute-kicking Megaformer Fitbuddha class! She, like so many of the instructors at Fitbuddha SB, knows how to pack in a full body workout in just 40 minutes! They focus on controlled slow movement, targeting specific muscle areas. After going 2x/3x a week I saw immediate changes the third WEEK of classes-that's what sold me! Getting into the Fitbuddha flow can be a challenge since the workouts are intense and I usually need a down day(or two!) between workouts. Luckily they offer classes every day..some as early as 6:10 and you're done BEFORE 7am! Their packages are worth looking into -the early bird is a great deal! The 11 person max allows well trained instructors to easily adapt to newbies and hardcore regulars in a single class. In Laura's class, she was specific on how to increase intensity, either by adding springs or positioning, depending on your experience. The classes safely push your limits and the instructors know how to accommodate for people like myself, who have had back, knee and wrist injures. I was initially intimidated by the "machine" aspect of the Megaformer, but after Marcus did a basic demo my hesitation was put to rest... the middle springs increase the intensity, the solid platforms are your bases and the moveable platform allows your body(core) to work hard to stabilize...while you work your arms, legs, glutes, etc.! I haven't taken a class in the larger Ventura studio, but I've stopped by and it has a similar vibe as the SB studio and some of the same instructors. The relaxed, inspirational atmosphere is what I most appreciate about Fitbuddha, which compliments their intense full body 40min workouts! read more

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I was visiting from out of town and took a pilates class with Kyle. Class was good but I especially liked that there is this big stopwatch on his ipad so you can see how much more time you have for each exercise. I had booked the class with some other girlfriends who didn't show up because their hotel was evacuated from the Goleta fire. Kyle was super nice about it. Found out from the girls after that their class was refunded back to them. Great customer service. We visit SB alot so I'm excited this studio is here and will be back! read more

I have been doing SPX at Fit Buddha for only a few months but it is currently my favorite workout. I love that it is only 40-50 minutes long, the time flies!! The owners are very hands-on and attentive to any needs of their clients. The staff is fit and knowledgeable, and there are many classes throughout the day so I can always get in for my workouts. Since I am a body worker, keeping my core strong is very important for my health and longevity. I love Fit Buddha and highly recommend this studio!! read more

Fit Buddha - Pilates Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

How can this workout possibly be called a "WorkOut"? Between the relaxing atmosphere, great instructors, great music and sweat I love this place beyond words. I sweat like no other exercise has been able to do. Then you mixed 30 minutes of Pilates with 30 minutes of SPIN!!!! I love it. I go in the wee hours of the morning, the instructors are awake, on their game and put me on mine as well. Please keep up the amazing public service. Lynn read more

I started coming to Fit Buddha in 2013 - fresh out of college and never worked out in my life. I generally don't enjoy exercise but after my first class I was instantly hooked. Not only do you get a full body workout in 45-50 minutes, but you get a REALLY GOOD workout and surrounded by a truly supportive group of people (both instructors and clients). It's amazing what a positive impact Fit Buddha has made on both my mental health and physical well-being. I feel so much stronger inside and out and have met so many cool and hardworking people along the way. Even after all these years, I look forward to going to class and continue to get my ass kicked every time. I HIGHLY recommend Fit Buddha and hopefully you'll join me in a class! read more

Fit Buddha is by far my favorite fitness studio in Santa Barbara! I've been taking cycling classes for 10 years now & They're cycling classes are GREAT in addition to their mega former magic as well! The mega former and cycling classes (check out their combo classes) have helped me change my health and fitness around to wear my body feels good during workouts, I feel lean, strong and powerful! Fit Buddha is an overall great commmunity that I am so happy to be part of! You can't go wrong with any of the instructors as they are all wonderful leaders, kind and bring a variety of character and workouts, so you're never bored! Clarissas Monday Morning spin class at 6 am is AWESOME! read more

What an amazing pilates studio !!! Brand new state of the art reformers , spacious studio , amazing ,knowledgeable, friendly instructors . Classes are good for the beginner as well as the very advanced with the instructors offering modifications and corrections to benefit every level. I'm so thrilled I stumbled onto this studio today . I love it so much I'll be going back tomorrow. Thanks Marcus for an amazing class!!! read more

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Finding the right studio is always difficult and often times takes months or even years before finding the right fit or even finding a place that gives you results. For me, after trying out almost all fitness studios from pilates, yoga, barre and even boxing within the SB area over a span of 4 years, I joined Fit Buddha almost a year ago and I must say Fit Buddha is hands down the best fitness studio in Santa Barbara. The studio is by far the largest and most spacious pilates studio in town with top of the line mega-reformers, free child care (for certain classes), and its own awesome spin studio. Very up to date with new techniques and are always able to modify a workout or even make it more challenging to suit your needs, the instructors are impeccable and have been such a pivotal and influential part of my health journey. Every instructor is highly experienced, certified and knowledgable in the Lagree pilates method. They are all so encouraging and actually take the time to help you correct your form. From reminding you to engage your core, extend the spine, proper posture, they've given me the tools to ensure I maximize my benefits from the workout. And boy is it a total body workout! I always leave this place feeling accomplished and my overall sense of well- being has improved dramatically -- truly a body and mind transformation. If you're looking to join a positive, motivating, supportive studio that will get you results in both mind and body, this is the place to be. read more

Absolutely love Fit Buddha!!! I was a Pilates instructor in LA and wanted to start working out again after moving to SB. I saw they had the unbelievable deal for first month unlimited. The reformers and routines deliver the best work out! Awesome teachers who are knowledgeable and super friendly. Thanks Fit Buddha for helping me to get back into shape and meet a lot of great people! read more

Wow great Pilates megareformer workout. Can't wait to come back so I can try and get abs it's tough but an excellent challenging workout.

I love Fit Buddah! I signed up for their intro package about a month before my vacation and got soo much out of the classes! The transformation of my body has been so apparent to people and it feels great! I would say that i lost about 7 lbs with Fit Buddah workouts 2-3x a week and changing my diet. I have always been a healthy and active person but these workouts were totally different and affected all the tiny muscles in my body for the body change that I desired. Highly recommend these guys! The owners and instructors are amazing! read more

This is the best 40 minute full body workout ever. The staff is knowledgeable, the owners amazing and the machines... so great! Come and try it! read more

Fit Buddha offers a fantastic workout! I don't care how fit you are, strength training at this micro-level will work muscle groups you did not know that you have. The classes are quick. Forty minutes and you're out the door. Perfect! The instructors (most of them) are exceptional - encouraging, energetic and challenging. A few of my favs are Marcus, Jonny Jones, Kimberly, Chelsea, Rebecca and Kyle. The entire class takes place on a megaformer. Don't be alarmed at first, it resembles an erotic torture device, but the only thing being tortured will be your muscles and fat. Burn baby, burn! The classes can be a little pricey but they offer your first class free, second class $5 with SB Axxess and they there is an introductory unlimited package that is affordable. After that, budget well and maintain your Fit Buddha routine with a monthly pack that keeps you coming in about two to three times a week and you'll be in great shape! read more

kicked my ass. alright. now that i've taken 2 classes here i can tell you more about it. this stuff is hard. if you haven't worked out in 9 months (like me) then it'll really hurt the next day. i'm not really sure about the whole "cardio" aspect of it because i didn't really feel like my heart was about to burst but the class is very fast paced and it is challenging and i did sweat a little... just not as much as if i were running. ....maybe i'm doing it wrong??? its definitely possible. the only gripe i have about this place is the payment system. if you miss a class, you have to pay $35? $25? either way, its a lot for missing a class. i can understand that it sucks to show up to teach a class and some people don't show up, kinda like a reservation at a restaurant... but if you already paid for the class and you don't show.... you're already losing $35.. paying another $35 is a little much. anyway, one time i was just so incredibly busy that i just couldn't go to class. i had a bunch of other things to do so I went online and hit "late cancel" and i found $15 charged onto my card. I didn't know there was a charge for that too. meh. i guess i cant say anything because if you're serious about getting fit, you should definitely commit to it, but what if there's an emergency and you can't go? Am I seriously supposed to call in and beg them to not charge me? read more

Fit Buddha - Pilates Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Total rip off!!! Great workout... They hike up prices because only place that has these machines in sb read more

Fit Buddha is the place to go. More than likely it will kick your butt and you will feel sore later in the day or the next day, but you will feel amazing. Their online setup to register for a class was very easy. The building is clean and there are little cubbies that you can store your bags and not have to worry about them. The instructors were great. They helped me especially since I was new to the class. There are multiple classes throughout the day so theere is a lot of options. Great place to get a full body real work out! read more

I loved this studio and the class and the teacher. Nice bathroom and parking fairly easy. Some cute shops and cafes close by!

Adding a star based on the owner, Marcus reaching out and letting me know that they have since upgraded their machines and are working to recruit people to help at the front desk plus working on customer service. I would give it another try if I was back in town, unfortunately, I don't have any trips planned to Santa Barbara yet! read more

My first time doing Pilates and what a great experience ! Ambiance, instructor, vibe is so great and feel good. High ceilings, open space. Hard great workout, it was a good sore the next day. 5 stars! Thank you so much Fit Buddha read more

I bought the Groupon for spinning classes several months ago and I loved them!!! Natalie is the best spinning instructor around, and I can't recommend her classes enough. The music is perfect and motivating! I wore a fit bit to track my heart rate it's it's a perfect steady climb. You can't go wrong with Natalie's workouts!! read more

Warning: This review is probably going to be a bit lengthy, but I want to cover all the bases! I'm usually never one to write review, not because I don't want to, but simply because I forget. I use Yelp for basically everything I want to see/do, so I figured I might as well throw in a contribution to tell you guys a bit about this place. I was looking up fitness studios around the Santa Barbara Goleta area for yoga and pilates since I had never tried either, though I might as well give a shot to all types of fitness. Fit Buddha popped up under these categories, though they're much more intense than a Pilates class. I believe their method is SPX fitness, but I could be wrong? I wasn't sure what to expect, so I decided to drop by during the middle of a class to watch and see what I was in for, the blonde woman teaching the class was very friendly and upbeat, so that was already a check mark in my book! (the instructor's vibe really makes a difference to my workout) After I watched a few minutes, the instructor greeted me and was very helpful with any questions I asked and encouraged me to come later that day for an evening class. I decided, why not! I came back in the evening and met another girl who was a first timer so we sort of stuck together. Johnny warned us that it might be tough at first, but just to watch certain people (regulars) and mimic their movements. At first I thought well, shoot I'm just getting thrown into this with no prior training, but hey it's a learning experience. I actually preferred this method over having an instructor slow down a class for those who are new than to hault those at a higher level. It allowed me to work at my own pace and I was able to grasp the concepts quite easily watching others and had the instructor give me the "yes/no" on whether or not my positions were correct. I came into the workout with an attitude that this was going to be an easy class. I was clearly VERY wrong. I'm pretty fit having worked at a gym, attended daily, along with long distance running I'd do throughout the week. It's only a 40 minute class, but it's very intense. I felt myself working muscles I never knew existed. By the end of this class I looked like someone had dumped a bucket of water over my head by how drenched I was! I can definitely see that this would be something I'd benefit with results from if I stuck with it. The instructor and everyone in the class was very friendly and made it such a nice environment to be in. There was encouragement EVERYWHERE! Besides the workout itself, the studio is very cute and "zen" feeling. The atmosphere is very relaxed which I loved! The only things I'd have to complain about were the limited parking in the lot in front of Fit Buddha, otherwise you have to park across the street in the 75 minute parking lot. I end up showing up a tad bit early to classes and chit chat before/after, so I end up having to pay $1.50 over at the parking lot. I see that people on here complain about the prices, and yes they are a bit pricey, but they do offer pretty good deals if you check their site or ask about them! Pilates and SPX are not cheap to begin with, so you have to go in with the mindset that you're going to spend a bit of money for this type of fitness. You truly get what you pay for. Awesome instructors, very friendly staff, great equipment (which is kept very clean I may add), and a nice atmosphere. I'm saying this as a "broke college student" attending the classes, it's definitely something I'd splurge on. I like to think of it as an investment in my health. I've gone to a typical Pilates studios and paid their one day price to check them out which was around the same prices and it was less than spectacular, so Fit Buddha definitely has raised the bar for any future places I may check out. I highly recommend this place! You WILL be sore, but the 40 minutes fly by and you will feel better than ever! I really wish I didn't have to leave SB for a few months, because no place at home compares to you guys. Keep up the great work! I will definitely be back as a regular this fall!! I love Fit Buddha! :) read more

What a great workout! In 40 mins you will be sweating and shaking like never before. I feel the sore muscles in all the places a woman typically wants firmed and toned (triceps, butt, thighs and abs). It's very expensive but the workout is fun, fast paced , and effective. The gym itself has a great design and everyone who works there is super friendly and welcoming. They don't make you feel silly or stupid for not knowing how to work the SPX machine and a read more

THE MOST AMAZING workout. EVER! I am a workout junkie and usually don't care for the glitzy workout trends but this workout ROCKS! Try China or Drea's class and you will get an incredible workout in 40 min...GUARANTEED!!! read more

Fit Buddha has been my favorite fitness class for a couple of years! When my wrist pain began increasing (writing and typing issues) I had to stop going because of the plank positions that are often used. BUT NOW- they have new custom machinery with grips for your hands to hold during planks that maintain a neutral wrist. I've been pain free!! If wrist pain has been your limiting factor keeping you from fitness classes, this is your place! Not to mention the instructors and music are fun, fast-paced and effective. 40 minutes FLIES by! read more

Attending this place as a man is quite an experience. I was humbled by the workout, it's like Pilates on steroids. I thought since the class was only 40min it was blow by, I was so wrong. It's a little pricey for me, but I recommend it to anyone who can afford a luxury kick butt workout! read more

The BEST workout in town!!!!! New machines are top of the line and custom built just for us, I absolutely love it!!!!! The teachers are great too. Definitely recommend if you're visiting Santa Barbara and for sure if you're a local. You'll be hooked just like me! read more

I am an SPX junkie from San Diego, and let me tell you how lucky you people are to finally get this incredible workout in your neighborhood! SPX Pilates is hands-down the most efficient and effective workout I have ever experienced! It will rock you to your core, leave your limbs feeling like jello, and set you up for that post-workout calorie burn for hours after class is over. The studio owners Marcus and Eva, are truly wonderful, caring people who have poured their hearts and souls into creating an amazing, vibrant, good-energy space for you to sweat! They even offer babysitting hours for busy mamas. Come try it - you'll definitely get hooked! read more

I really enjoy spin classes as the ultimate cardio workout, and I even have my own cycling shoes that connect to the pedals. I purchased a groupon for $50 for six spin classes for Fit Buddha, and I have not been disappointed. I participated in classes with Sarah, Chelsea and Mackenzie and, don't get me wrong, all of the instructors are excellent, but Mackenzie was hands down the best instructor. She really pushes the participants with figure 8's, 4 beats up 4 beats down, and so on and so forth. I would recommend she include some push-ups and more isolation exercises. This is not a critique but rather constructive suggestions. Lastly, don't be intimidated if you are a newbie at Fit Buddha or any spin classes. I felt like dying the first couple of times when I started spin classes or even when I re-start these classes after an interim break. Everyone is welcome and everyone is enjoying themselves. read more