I really like this place and would definitely recommend it. I purchased a five-class pass, and the…read moresignup process was super easy once I created an online account. Booking classes online is straightforward and convenient. I think there's a cancellation window for cancelling if you can't make it. During class, one student arrived after warm and was told she couldn't join since she was so late. So make sure you arrive early! I came to a Tuesday class, and my instructor, Ariel, was absolutely amazing. She's patient, encouraging, and truly works with everyone in the room. She walks around during class to make sure everyone is performing the moves correctly and gives helpful pointers and tips on how to execute the moves effectively. What I really appreciated most is that she meets you where you are and provides individual feedback tailored to your level, which made the class feel very supportive and beginner-friendly. The only thing I wish I had known ahead of time is that sometimes you have to share a pole, depending on how full the class is. If I'd known that in advance, I probably would've chosen a less crowded class. I'm not a huge fan of sharing a pole, but in the end, it worked out fine and didn't take away from the overall experience. Overall, it's a great studio with excellent instruction and a welcoming atmosphere. I'm glad I signed up and look forward to taking more classes here!

Miss Michael was amazing...they took the time to explain, demonstrate and repeat for the absolute…read morebest experience. The aerial experience was "new," and incredibly relaxing. Thank you, Miss Michael for allowing me to be unapologetic during your class!

I rarely write review but this is truly worthy of this sit down and write. The review by Rudi P…read morebelow does NOT reflect how her other students feel. I began training with Lorelei roughly one year ago having been injured and out of shape. I had trained briefly in aerial at an amateur level but since the injuries I was very nervous of climbing back up. Since then I have gained strength and balance, increased my flexibility and am encouraged always to climb higher than my expectations. I am friends with other students of hers and none of them have said these things regarding her teaching. Lorelei has treated my health and fitness in her gym as sacred and has worked continuously with me being supportive and encouraging. Also, she really is FUN. I work my butt off there and laugh and sweat the entire time. Please take what that reviewer said with a grain of salt, some people are just difficult to make happy. Thank you Lorelei for all your work with me!! I have trained at the world famous Cirque School LA, where from Lorelei was highly recommended to me and they were beyond truthful!

I started with Lorelei in August 2012 and could not be more pleased. The improvement in my…read morestrength and agility (not to mention my appearance) has been amazing. Before starting with her, I was weight lifting on my own and making very little progress. (Admittedly, I hate weight lifting, but was doing it anyway.) The best part of Gravity Defying Fitness: IT IS SO MUCH FUN! Now, I look forward to my training sessions every week. I learn a fun, cool skill and enjoy getting in shape while I do it. Lorelei is very professional and easy going. She makes every effort to accommodate my schedule when changes need to be made without complaint. And during training she pushes me just the right amount so I get that after-workout soreness that says I worked hard and got stronger but without feeling injured or strained. I never would have imagined that, as a guy in my 40's, I would be able to flip around and do tricks on a trapeze or aerial silks. Oh, and did I mention: IT IS SO MUCH FUN!! Now my 2 kids are loving classes with her too. Ian Z.

I loved this place! I had part of my bachelorette party here with about 12 people so we booked a…read moreprivate party. When we got there, we weren't really sure where to park but I called them quickly and they told me where we could go and the area looks really sketchy to be honest. There's like a painted sign with arrows telling you where to go in a warehouse, probably not the best place to go after dark, but the room for the silks is right there to the left when you walk in the garage door and Alex was there waiting for us. It's definitely a little bit of a workout and I was sweating a bit too but it's a great activity to do with your girlfriends and you get a lot of action shots while you're up in the air. You get a complimentary fruit or dessert tray with the party and we also paid for the charcuterie board and they were great snacks between your turn on the silks. We also had a group picture with the big ring that I sat on in the air as Alex posed everyone else and she sent the pictures to us after as well. Alex was super accommodating and worked with me with the booking and she was the one who instructed us and was very helpful to anyone who was struggling or uncomfortable. When you book a private party like that, I think you also get a discount for the next class you take so some of us are very excited to come back and do it again! You'll feel really graceful and confident while you're in the air with the silks. I had good reviews from all my ladies.

What a fun place! I've taken my daughter to a few of the kids' aerial classes and she is hooked!…read moreThe instructors are so patient with newbies, and they couldn't be more welcoming. I'm hoping they add additional classes, since the kids' class on Saturday is sort of crowded and the adult classes are on the weekends or in the evenings. And I want to take a class so badly! Y'all, it looks like a blast! I think this place is fantastic and I can't wait to climb into the silks and fly!

EXCELLENT PILATES !! Mary Mang is amazing guru of PiLates knowledge with a firm understanding of…read moreKinetics and your body. And the Belicon Bounce classes are super fun and invigorating. They also offer a great class in Aerial Fitness. Really COOL , I just wished they offered more of this class.

I simply can't say enough about Bliss! Talk about a blissful place to be?! Sandra and Mark are…read moreamazing and I live for one of Laura's yoga classes. Its a beautiful space, with great people, fabulous classes and always fun fun fun! Do yourself and your body a favor and go check them out!

I have been a serious student of yoga for 3 decades. Most current classes are taught with either a…read morelittle experience or as a gym class. Adelaide's classes are the real thing. She is an EXCELLENT teacher. I worked areas of my hips and thighs in ways never before. This class should be packed! She is a font of knowledge and a caring soul. Go!!

So glad that I was able to book time with Adelaide during a routine visit to New Orleans. House of…read moreSkye-Yoga was always on my To Do list to check out during my short stays, but it's now rocketed to my Must Do list every time I'm in town. Thai Massage is always a solid treat for me and I feel my time with Adelaide shifted something in my universe for the better. Don't hesitate to book your time for that living-your-best-life feeling as you walk away on a cloud. Namaste!

Always so friendly but focused on giving you a great work out. Always willing to make…read moremodifications when I need them.

I've been trying out a lot of different gyms on class pass and I really like the Pilates loft! I've…read moretried a few different classes and all of the teachers are so understanding! The loft is located upstairs (haha get it- loft) and there is only a class or two going st a time. I really love the tower/reformer class. With only 4-5 students (or less) the teachers can be super hands on. I did a workout with me and one other student who was studying to become a Pilates teacher and we both got a frat workouts with the modifications given. I would go to this gym again and try out some of their other classes. January a warning. When you fill out the paper work it asks you if you are over 20 pounds.

Great class, good teachers and very reasonable prices. Convenient location on Canal Stread more

This was my regular yoga place for years. The atmosphere is so amazing inside. I particularly like…read moretheir use of musical instruments at the beginning and end of each yoga class. I've also attended their sound baths on different occasions, and that was a magical experience. The cafe is so delicious. My only complaint is that at a dharma talk I attended years ago, the instructor (I think one of the owners), said that Hurricane Katrina was the karma that New Orleanians got because they cosmically brought it on to themselves. I'm paraphrasing here, but you get the drift. Blame the victim, wrapped up in new-age offensive BS. I attended a few classes after that, but my heart just couldn't be in it anymore.

100% recommend to everyone!!!! I've taken many workout classes but this is one of my new places to…read morego! The instructors are super kind and super helpful. It is a hard workout but genuinely so fun. I even burned off 200+ calories and didn't even notice it!

Best pole studio in NOLA!!! The owner and instructors are so talented, caring, knowledgeable, and…read morefun. They take stretching and conditioning seriously so no one gets hurt which really stood out to me as other places are lax about this VERY important aspect. They offer tons of classes for all ages, shapes, and sizes. Moreover, the atmosphere is a community of positive and encouraging women. I would travel an hour if I had to just to be a student here. You won't regret it!

Reevaluate, great space, great staff. Convenient uptown location and even more convenient hours.read more

After checking out many of the other local fitness centers I finally found Uptown Fitness. First…read morevisit was great. They showed me around, answered my questions and did not treat me like I was going to be a blight on their property because I was not 25 years old and in great shape. Truly, they are there to help you not make it a pick up spot. I requested a personal trainer and was lined up with one for the very next day at a time that I picked. I was asked a lot of questions by the trainer as to what I was looking for and she focused on those techniques to help me achieve my goals. It has wipes all over so you can clean the machines after you use them and it never smells bad. The staff is always smiling and seem to be in a good mood when I come in. I'm so happy I kept looking.