Had a class with girl called Charlie. She was very,very rude and unprofessional. Focused only on herself, she did not care about people who exercised. Do not recommend. read more

Frame has such potential. It has a huge class selection with diverse and interesting classes, from restorative yoga to Frame Rave and classes are offered throughout the day. Annoyance #1: convoluted booking system. Prepay 50£ for a frame card and get discounted classes, though a few times that discount didn't go through for me. Annoyance #2: ick factor. What Frame needs is a good cleaning. Like a serious disinfection... It's pretty gross in there and it's hard to zen out and enjoy yoga when the room smalls foul and you just feel dirty. read more

Mea culpa, mea culpa! A mere few days after my updated review, I was contacted by Rosy at Frame apologizing that I was not warned about the credit expiration. It was a really thoughtful and personal email. Customer Service at its finest, and I feel totally happy to re-update my Frame review to 4 stars...they handled this like true professionals and I'll definitely be back to get myself whipped into shape, the Shoreditch way. :) read more

I really like the pilates classes and recommend trying them! I do not recommend even bothering with the PT classes. I can't comment on how the PT sessions are because I had booked an Intro session just to find out 10 mins before it was supposed to start that my PT hadn't even bothered showing up (blaming on being double booked), they also contacted via email (who checks their emails when you are supposed to be working out?!). read more

Though it's not perfect, I do love the variety of movement classes they offer - everything from dance to yoga to something involving mini trampolines. You'll need to sign up in advance as studios are small, but just a day or so is fine. You can pay per class, buy a membership, or get something akin to an oyster card. When you first go, you will get a lot of subsequent emails for discounts so it's worth taking advantage of those before you commit. They have free lockers, a small juice bar, friendly staff, and decent equipment. My biggest complaint is that some classes get very sweaty, and the ventilation isn't great - this means the floors get slippery which is both gross and dangerous. Also, the acoustics are very echoey so if your instructor is using a mic, its near impossible to understand them. I prefer dance classes so I tried Dance Cardio. Its a bit like Zumba, but with verbal cues (again, impossible to understand given the acoustics). A great workout, though between the slippery floors and hard to understand instructions, it left me wishing for more. Music Video teaches you choreo from a video, as the name implies. While a lower impact workout, lots of fun to strut your stuff and the instructors keep it from being stressful/hard. 80s Aerobics is exactly how it sounds - the music & the moves are totally 80s, but its hard than it appears. I will be sore for days. If you want some out of the ordinary movement classes, I do recommend it! read more

Anyone who knows me even slightly will find out one fundamental thing about my belief system: I hate gyms. Anything that looks a bit like a coreographed class, or a piece of gym equipment usually has me quivering with repulsion, such is my antipathy to anything that vaguely resembles gym-based excercise. But when I came across a rave review of Frame in my favourite extreme sports magazine, Cooler, I thought well, they usually recommend good stuff, so why not? I was very pleasantly suprised. So much so, that it may have changed my previous indoor fitness prejudices. Only Frame isn't a gym as such, more of a pupose built fitness studio; very intimate, minimalist sexy with power showers in the changing rooms (there is a God!) a menu of original-sounding classes, like Bollywood dancing, Burlesque and the very highly subscribed reformer pilates, which involved using this machine that looks a teeny weeny bit like some thing you'd come across in an S&M dungeon. Although I'm sure they wouldn't dream of using it for such a thing The class sizes are purposely small, so you don't get that 'batter hen' feeling that people such as myself get from gyms; it's much more personal, and they have fun events here too, like sample sales, fashion shows and even the odd Rollapaluza. They even serve toast in the mornings! If you're the kind of person that has always wanted to get membership to The Third Space but couldn't really justify it, or is still looking for someone to recommend them as a member of Shoreditch House; Frame is the ideal place to try to get that sense of hipster-infected Shoreditch style without worrying about your wallet read more

Frame - Dance Studios Near Me - London, XGL

My first experience with Frame was a couple of years ago when a friend invited me to try out one of the Frame signature classes with her after work. At this time I was mostly either running or doing bikram yoga for exercise. The class was Frame Method, and after just one I was sold - the micro movements that at the time seemed like just nice stretches were definitely felt the next day. Though I reserve Frame mainly for weekends (Ass and Abs anyone), it never disappoints and makes me feel less bad about rewarding myself with a pho from many of the surrounding restaurants nearby. All of the instructors I've had in the past year or so of coming have been great - always getting a good read of their class and pushing you to your limit. Though the prices can at times seem hefty - they frequently run deals so look out in your inbox. The best bargain for the more casual goer is probably the 50 quid top up where you get discounted classes. One other note: I've also loved how on top Frame is on the other goings-on in East London - they maintain partnerships with some local businesses (The Painted Lady) and even got wind of one of my friend's popup restaurants when it was first coming to life - Love also supporting this local business for the support it brings to others around the area! read more

Frame is a cool little dance/fitness/holistic studio tucked under an old railway bridge in the back alleys of Shoreditch. They offer a huge array of styles of working out whether it's dance, kickboxing, cardio, biking, rebounding, yoga or pilates, all in easily digestible little 25-75 minute class chunks. I really enjoy their array of dance classes, everything from commercial hip-hop to street jazz to ballet workout to house dance to Jane Fonda jazzercise and tap. Sunday's Diva class (for your inner Pussycat Doll - MEOW!) with Bonnie is my favorite class - a little street, a little funk, a little hip-hop, a lot of hair tossing and a lot of dropping it like it's hot. Frame isn't really the place to look for serious training, but it's a great place to enjoy dancing, try out new styles, get some exercise, and feel comfortable looking a bit ridiculous (see exhibit A above: me tossing my hair and dropping it like it's hot). You could find yourself in a Vibe class on a big vibrating machine (yes, it's odd but no, it's not like that) or in a Rebound class in a room full of trampolines. You could find yourself stretched torture-rack style across a Pilates machine. They've got lots of different classes of varying interests and intensities throughout the day, so I can almost always find something I'm interested in trying. Additional points for a great space, really friendly people, cool special offers and workshops, easy online class booking, and a nifty top-up membership system so I can Oyster card-swipe my way into more dropping it like it's hot. read more

I want to say good things about this studio but there are too many cons from the classes I have had. My first visit was "ok". I could barely hear the box fit trainer and kept slipping on the over-waxed floor. The second visit has my questioning whether I should come back. I attended "Frame Barre" expecting a traditional barre class based upon traditional method. What I ended up with was exactly the opposite. Typically, barre classes are very relaxing but challenging. This woman kept screeching like an over-zealous teenage girl and had me wanting to pull my hair out. I would be surprised if she had any certification or fitness training. Instead of leading moves that are physiologically beneficial, she encouraged us to do a lot of skipping in barefoot across a wood floor (bad for your knees if you don't have practice), an excessive amount of crunches on the floor (at best lead to neck strain, at worst lead to a slipped disc), and had us performing jerking movements with too heavy weights - the lack of control will destroy your joints... However she kept screeching to go faster. I actually ended up switching to my own modifications based on other practice and my neck is still sore based upon what I did do which she was leading. The fact that this place would hire this woman who obviously knows nothing about safety and fitness has me wondering if I should come back here. Lastly, I don't think they clean the equipment. I grabbed a sticky mat and assuming it was cleaner residue I used it. Then after class all the women were putting our mats back where we got them with no cleaning. Gross. read more

So Frame is one of those places I've always wanted to go, but never got round to. Till today. I signed up for a yoga inversions workshop, which was reasonably priced at £25. Frame is a bit weird, the studio is pretty nice and yuppie looking, lots of wood and 3 studio rooms. They even have Lululemon clothing for sale. But the huge downside are the changing rooms. They are disgusting. They were really dark and humid and the showers and the toilet cubicles are right next to each other, so everything is dank and soaked in condensation. It's like going to the bathroom in a dirty nightclub. There isn't a chance in hell I'd ever want to shower there. The studio room itself also got extremely hot and covered in condensation. They must have no ventilation in that place. I have to agree with Katie, there aren't even water fountains here, what's the deal with that? The saving grace of Frame is clearly the teachers. The lady who taught our class was funny and personable and it was a great experience. Frame is obviously a great concept with awesome classes. They need to just get it together and find a better venue. I just don't understand how a place that is not cheap like Frame can have such terrible changing rooms. read more

Frame is a great gym concept. I love going there for: - Teachers - Interesting classes and new moves - Accessories in the changing rooms (Shampoo, conditioner, towels, hair dryer, and straighteners) perfect if you want to go out afterwards in Shoreditch. Bad sides: - Receptionist not welcoming AT ALL - It's not very clean and I agree with some comments, mats are REALLY smelly I'll keep going there for the location and cool atmosphere but if I find the same concept with welcoming people and clean facilities, I'll be switching my subscription for sure. read more

There is something about pulling on legwarmers that makes me feel young and excited about life. Maybe it's the memories of my friend and I changing into our dance clothes after middle school and catching the basketball team trying to get a glimpse of girls in leotards. Maybe it's remembering the optimistic belief that if I just found the right casting in Ballet magazine I could dance for a living. Maybe it's just the fact that dance classes stopped in college so I associate it with a time when life was just simple. Whatever the reason, I'm not someone who incorporates legwarmers into my every day wardrobe, so it had been awhile since I pulled them out of my sock drawer. The occasion was a girls' day with my friend, LeeAnn. Like me, she spent a good portion of her youth in dance shoes, so she suggested that we incorporate a ballet barre class into our plans to see Black Swan. I was excited, then nervous (it had been over a decade since I'd been at a barre) and then everything just fell into place. I realised no one was judging me. The instructor wasn't going to hit me with a ruler to remind me to tuck my butt under and posture perfect. Everyone was just there to have a good time...and I did. The hour flew by and I could have easily stayed for another sixty minutes. I ventured back with my friend last weekend for the Bend it Like Barbie class. With a name like that, how could I not? The class involved stretching both on your own and with a partner, which was pretty awesome. I surprised myself by realising I was still close to being able to do the splits. I must remember not to try to show someone after drinking. Bottom line is that it's a cool space with a nice, friendly vibe. I'll be going back for more. read more

This is a very mixed review after attending a rocket yoga class. As a 40+ mum I was very excited and amused to see all the young cool kids in one place. The space is very interesting, built in archways under the freeway, exposed brick everywhere. Locker rooms were standard (read, moist, yucky, but fine), and the yoga room was fine if a teeny bit cold. The class was fab, Marcus is great, but the mats smelled so badly I almost gagged. Know what you are going there for. They offer many different types of classes. I for one, will for sure be going back for the rocket. With my own mat! read more

Frame is one of my favourite places to work out and recharge! It offers everything from yoga to dance cardio and they have just introduced a lifting class so great any gym bunnies who need that extra challenge. Staff are generally nice and helpful, it can get quite busy at times and there are only 4 showers. They supply shampoo and conditioner and towels if you need them too. After your workout they have a super smoothie and salad bar so you can refuel right away. Last tip- if you forget your gym kit (or simply don't want to lug around sweaty clothes) you can pay £5 for a sports bra vest and leggings!!! What's not to love If classes are your thing then go here! read more

The good: I really like the loft layout of the space and the convenient location. I loved Brad's Frame Method instruction. Great music, great movement. Like a much funner and lighthearted version of Bar Method. The bad: The place needs better upkeep. Damp, dark, overcrowded changing rooms. Brick walls covered in dangling dust bunnies -- I was dreading having to do bar work facing the wall again for fear of breathing one in. The communal mats made me not want to go go barefoot in a class. This place has the makings of something great but it's just not pulling it in. Some deep spring cleaning & regular maintenance would take it far. read more

I was in London visiting a friend of mine, and she was so excited to take me here. I really liked the set-up, the staff were very friendly, and the teachers were very knowledgeable. I took a Monday night Jazz class, and it was so much fun learning hip-hop. If you take yourself too seriously, you won't have a lot of fun. But, if you want to learn some new dance moves and meet people who enjoy moving around, I think you'll enjoy the class. After a long day of sightseeing, my friend and I went to the Wednesday night yoga class. I thought the teacher was very patient and good at instructing the students on proper alignment and positioning. If I lived nearby, I would definitely consider getting a membership. read more

Please don't judge this review on the stars alone, I just have to be honest with you! This is such a good idea. lots of fun and interesting classes to do! You do tend to get a lot of very fit looking folk here, but don't be intimidated, Im sure they had to start somewhere too! The reason I've taken off two stars is they do not really advice about fitness levels. I went to a "quickie abs" class and thought, ok, 30 minute, I can do that.... I couldn't do half the stuff and the instructor was not at all helpful at giving moderated versions. There were others in the same boat as me, and we just had to sit there feeling foolish! I also did a couple of "Dynamic Stretch" Class and can honestly say it was the best class I've ever done! Its sort of like yoga, but faster and to music. If, like me, you find yoga a bit boring, this is the class for you! The instructors were fun and engaging and you could tell they enjoyed it. One even begun the class with "I've been looking forward to this class all week". And it was superb. While we were waiting, there was a hip hop dance class which looked really fun and I might do. Although knowing me after a few glasses of wine, I'll think I'm beyonce and make a tit of myself! Once my work schedule calms down, you can be sure I'll be back.Who knows, maybe I'll be one of the gymbodies soon! read more

I have been coming to Frame for about 3 months now, starting off on a Frame top-up card and now I've got myself a half membership. With this I can do everything apart from vibe, reformer pilates and Frame Camp. Facilities The studio is a really cool space under the arches of the London Overground and has 4 studios: 1 for yoga/barre, 1 for fitness/dance, 1 for frame camp and vibe and 1 for reformer Pilates. All of the studios are a good space and they are never massively over filled, which is a nice change from some of the trendy London places! The changing rooms are a little small, but have 4 showers (short queue in the morning) and hair dryers/straighteners that are there for you to use. I've never actually had to queue for a hair dryer, only the straighteners. There are plug sockets for you to take your own if you are in a real rush. Only think I would ask for is free towels for members and a drinking water fountain! Classes I started off using Frame only for yoga and have really enjoyed all of the classes. I've been to plenty around London and I'm pretty experienced, so I tend to know what makes a good class. I particularly enjoy Joanne King and Naomi Constantino. I have now also started trying out the full range of classes available, from rebounding (hilarious fun), to ketllebells (incredibly hard work, but I feel like they are effective) to the Frame Signature classes like barre and method. I really love the variety at Frame. I'm pretty quick to get bored, but it's pretty hard to get bored when there is just so much offer! It's also clear that new studios are in the pipeline, which is great news. More classes and even more variety. AWESOME! read more

I love Frame, especially the Shoreditch branch! Even though I belong to a gym full-time, it doesn't offer Pilates reformer classes, so I frequent Frame whenever I can. I have an online account, which I strongly recommend to handle bookings and save some money. They run monthly promotionals, such as 2 for the price of 1 classes. Let me be perfectly clear - this is a facility of workout classes. There isn't equipment to use whenever - you sign up for classes, and the variety is quite appealing to all. However, if you're not one to collectively sweat with a group of others, then this might not be the place for you. The Shoreditch location is very central and easy to get to. The reception sells equipment, snazzy clothes and healthy nibbles after an intense workout. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Although they have a 24 hour cancellation policy, they are quite forgiving (if you're a somewhat regular client) when you call in sick and reimburse you the money. The prices for their classes are quite good, especially for Reformers Pilates, which is a class that can be quite expensive in London. The instructors are solid: understanding, helpful and knowledgeable. I just LOVE Frame!! read more

Frame is a great place which offers dance and fitness classes in the heart of the hip Shoreditch neighbourhood. They have different dance classes every single day of the week, catering to every kind of dancer that's out there, from jazz to tap to hip hop and ballroom. Frame also has yoga, pilates, reformer pilates and vibe classes. They also hold theme workshops which are usually great fun. I've attended Human Percussion (taught by a cast member of Stomp!) and Dirty Dancing (which teaches you how to dance the routines from the movie) and had great fun each time. Frame also holds a Friday Night Club once a month which involves a themed-class, a glass of champagne and a mini-makeover all for £20. The dance studio is among the best I've seen; the floor is incredibly smooth and it's big enough to accommodate a class without people getting in one another's way. The staff at Frame are friendly, and there's a nice reception area where you can grab a drink of water or coffee or read the latest magazines while waiting for your class to begin. The shower facilities are really good as well. Frame's website is constantly updated with the most recent timetable, as well as the latest offers which change every month. Phone and Internet bookings can be made for classes, although it's also possible to just turn up on the day itself for the class. read more

Fun, different and interesting. Not usually things you'd say about a gym. But Move Your Frame manages to feel like the most un-gym-like gym you can imagine. Which is excellent. And devious. I'm going to Vibe here quite a lot at the moment because a) it's a 2 minute hop from my office and b) I ate too many pies. The instructors are pretty tough bvut very good. I know this because of my lack of ability to walk down stairs the next day. Anything that hurts this much must be doing you good... The staff are friendly and helpful and the choices of class are incredible. I can't wait to have a free Wednesday night so I can go and do their 80's aerobics class. Hold on a sec, they actually managed to get me to say I can't wait til I'm not out drinking and eating so I can go and do some exercise - they're so getting another star for that... read more

Dropped in here for the cardio kettle bell class while on a city break and loved it. As an avid Crossfitter I found the class tough and fun. Working a whole lot of other muscles with high energy. Facilities were cleaner than some higher end gyms too. Online booking was easy and fast and staff really helpful. read more

Frame is an amazing place offering dance, yoga and much more. I have taken a few classes there and always left feeling excited and energised. There is plenty to choose from and themed workshops to attend too. I haven't had a chance to get to one yet but I can't wait to go to one! The staff are really lovely,as are the dance teachers, and everyone is made to feel welcome. read more

I have been going to Frame since February in what started as an attempt to shape up for my wedding (which was in April). I usually get pretty bored with exercise regimes and have given up many in the past! What I love about Frame is the flexibility, choice of classes and friendly non-gym like atmosphere. The choice of classes really is incredible and the 2 week timetable means you can mix it up on alternate weeks and get your classes booked in so that you don't feel tempted to skip out and go to the pub instead! In the last few months I have been enjoying (!!!) a perfect combination of Cardio Barre, Rebounding, Vibe, Body Conditioning, Kettlebells, Pilates, Fit Camp & Spinning. And since Feb I think I have only missed one class I had booked. The enjoyment of the classes and the enthusiasm of the teachers (especially Pip & Joan!) has given me new motivation :) The location is perfectly half way between Liverpool Street & my office so working going there into my routine by going to classes before work has been really easy. And finally, the proof of the pudding :) is that since Feb I have lost 25lbs and my shape has completely changed. I have been trying to eat more healthily but Frame and its diverse, fun range of classes has been a part of this achievement! read more

I never did any exercise until my mid 20s but ever since I joined frame a few years back I've been working out on a regular basis. The concept of having a different classes instead of a room with weights and treadmills is great. The classes range from regular ass&abs to dance, pilates, yoga and aerobic. I've tried most and like the signature classes the best. On the downside, it is super crowded and even though the changing rooms have been updated recently it's hard to find a space in there. I also agree it's not the cleanest place. Nevertheless it's definitely the best 'gym' I've ever been to. read more

For months now, I've been composing my review of Frame in my head. This place has truly pushed my yelper morals, in that I both love it, appreciate it, but also have many a bone to pick. It is also a small place, and I've been hesitant to yelp honestly because I need to face them (including the owner) on a nearly daily basis. As others have described, Frame is a small space with 4 studios (one with treadmills, Pilates reformer, and vibe equipment, one yoga studio, and two dance studios). There are male and female changing rooms with showers (though the clientele are overwhelmingly female). They have a variety of memberships in addition to pay per class options, ranging from £200 for all classes, all times, to the one I have, £65 for all non-equipment classes (no Pilates, no vibe) with limited hours (M-F, 8:30am-5:30pm). But finally, here we go. I've decided the best approach is to break up the review into separate topics. In an effort to end on a positive note, I'll start with my biggest complaint, the facilities: - As a former member of Equinox, I am used to paying a solid portion of my paycheque to a good gym. Given that the full monthly membership fees are near Equinox prices, you'd expect clean, decent facilities. I am rather often grossed out by the amount of hair and dust (and sometimes pebbles and crumbs) on the floor in the studios. I see a cleaning lady there sometimes, but she needs to be there all the time. They need more frequent sweeps in between classes. Full stop. The changing rooms are simply problematic in that there is no ventilation (I realise they'd probably fix this if they could) and it is likely a structural issue... but this is a major structural issue). They are obscenely humid, crowded at peak times, and, near the showers/loos, smell strongly of mildew and urine. I avoid showering and changing here whenever possible. In one of the studios, they have these fake mirrors on wheels that warp the way things look and tilt so you can't always see the instructor if you stand in certain places. Perhaps there are structural reasons for this, but it comes off as just cheap. Sort of like charging for towels... They also have no drinking fountain or way for refilling bottles other than the sink, which isn't great. + The actual studio spaces are nice and well-air conditioned, however. So as long as you don't have to shower here, the actual instruction spaces are nice, well-lit, and well-ventilated. Overall, the equipment is in decent condition as well. They also have a nice brand of shampoo in the showers (though refilling the bottles with hand soap at the sink make me wonder if they shampoo in the showers is even the brand it says it is...). I love their online booking system and its integration with iCal. This is really great. The actual fitness/instructors/classes: + This is why I stay with Frame. I love AJ, Holly, Brad, Diana, and the other instructors. Their signature classes have great music, are fun, innovative, and make you sore the next day. For someone who was a dancer as a child, the classes are nostalgic and whimsical in the kind of way that makes you look forward to going to the gym. Personality drives my enjoyment of fitness, and the staff they keep at Frame really make me want to come back, push harder, and actually smile whilst working out. For the instructors and classes, Frame really is 5-stars. Did I mention great music? Nothing I hate more than non-descript techno remixes of hits from three summers ago. With the exception of a few instructors (particularly in rebounding), there is very little of this crap here. Also, class sizes are small, so it never feels claustrophobic, even when full. I love Frame Bar, Method, and Work, their signature classes. - I wish all the Dancefit classes were like AJ's class (different dances to different songs in a Zumba style where you don't spend most of the class learning choreography). They really should make more of the other instructors use AJ's format. The whole reason I go to Dancefit is not for boring, unimaginative aerobics, nor is it to learn choreo to the same dance for the whole session. I don't want to use my brain, I just want to have fun moving about in a guided yet constantly changing (with each song) way. I also wish there were more of their 'fun, unique' classes like Rave during the off-peak hours. With the Off-Peak membership, they offerings are really quite repetitive and limited. Throw us poorer members a bone, please? Though not related to instructors, some of the front desk girls can be a bit stuck up in that way that people often complain about Shoreditch... When I came in at 3:45pm to join, she told me I 'came in at, like, the worst time' (sorry! I didn't know!), which put a bit of a sour taste in my mouth from the get-go. Overall, I love Frame and look forward to coming here. It is just that, for the price, they really need to step it up in certain areas to make it feel entirely worth the investment. read more

I have such mixed feelings about Frame. The space feels like it was full of energy and innovation a few years ago, and has slowly slid downhill. The mats and floors drip with sweat, which is awkward when the instructors try and make you do floor work in the dance classes - hands covered in grime and shoes slip as it's so sweaty. Evening classes are so packed that moving about without crashing into someone is unlikely. Even the more unique dance classes like Rave and Dancefit felt really similiar, and not very unique, and there's not a lot of instruction so you just muddle along. The yoga is good and the teachers are great, but expect to hear the pumping soundtrack from next door's workout class. And classes are packed back-to-back so there's not a lot of time or room to move. And the front desk and space is not very welcoming so I still feel like I'm awkwardly hanging around waiting for a class. However, I've done yoga on the move with them at Lyst and the beautiful space and treats afterwards felt really luxurious and peaceful. Tying up credit with them is also annoying - I had to top up £50 to book a £7 class. The scheduling is also a little awkward - no dance classes over the weekend, and weekend classes stop at 4pm. I just think it needs a bit of a refresh again, as a space and as a workout. read more

The classes at Frame are awesome, so are the teachers and the team working there are always friendly. The overall concept is great. However, being a member does not come cheap and the studio offers no basic or essential extra amenities for their clients. You have to pay for towels (that feel limp and don't feel clean) if you forget your hair tie you are charged, there is no water fountain to fill up your bottle and on top of that the studio is not at all cleaned well. The toilet/changing room is filthy, small and can get seriously over packed and sweaty. The yoga/work out mats smell gross and the boxing gloves basically smell like stinky feet, which then sticks to your hands when you are done. :S They really need to do a way better job at cleaning and looking after the work out equipment especially for the prices they charge. read more

Like other reviewers I think Frame has great potential, but due to low competition in the market (especially in the area) they don't have to do as much to have a steady supply of students. I took a 'method' class and while it was an ok workout. I didnt think the teacher's interest was there in correcting and instructing people to really understand what muscles they were working or proper form. It felt like she was going through the motions, and thus we all did. I've taken a lot of classes and can self correct, but I cheat like the rest of them and looking around the class I saw so many people doing the exercises all wrong. Forget not getting a workout, it's also bad for your knees and back if you're not doing things the right way. I'm coming from the States where these types of studios are prolific and hungry to attract students. Perhaps its the lack of workout culture here but I was disappointed...it's a great space but that's not enough to keep me coming back. read more

I've been going to Frame for about 4 years and have a bit of a love hate relationship with the place. I do think it is one of the most reasonably priced for reformer pilates (which is mostly all I do there now - didn't like any of the yoga classes I used to do) in Central London however definitely agree with other posters re: bathrooms are disgusting and need a thorough clean - they don't even look like they are cleaned daily. Often there is no toilet paper and if you alert the reception staff to this it seems like a massive inconvenience to them. The lack of ventilation in there is quite something else! Also agree re: the reception staff are often pretty stuck up and act annoyed that you have interrupted their gossiping.... some of the instructors could do with getting a smile on their faces also - get some zen in your life people! It is a fantastic idea but not executed as well as it could be but they get the bums on seats so they are definitely filling a gap in the market it seems. read more

I recently took the Frame method class 'cuz it sounded very similar to the barre work outs in NY like Physique 57 and Bar Method. It was similar but didn't feel the same level of burn as I would've hoped to expect. Nevertheless, the instructor was really good & motivating. Based on all of these reviews, I'd def want to take a few of the dance classes 'cuz they sound like so much fun but thinking for the cost it might be better to just go to pineapple studios. read more

I took the yin/yang yoga class last weekend and it was horrible. Not recommended. There was no rhythm or flow and the instructor had us randomly jumping into some very challenging and awkward poses before we were properly warmed up, which I found a tad irresponsible considering it was an all-level class. Yoga is not about showing off! And by the end I didn't feel like I got any kind of a proper workout or even a relaxed mind!! However, still giving Frame the full 5 stars because 80's Aerobics and all the dance classes are so amazing! read more

I've had mixed experiences with this place, but it gets four stars because, in actuality, it's a great concept. I'm in favor of anything that makes people move their bodies and get active, and Frame is one of the best at doing that. Their range of classes is fun and different, ranging from music video dance classes (which vary in difficulty and interest, depending on the song and the teacher) to rebounder (trampoline!!!) class (which is an insane sweatfest of a workout that won't hurt your joints) to kettle bells. I haven't tried them all, but I'll go back. The locker room facilities leave something to be desired, and it sometimes feels a little too trendy. But it's grown on me and has so many fun options, I'll definitely go back. I likes it. It can stay. read more

I read the above recommendations and thought it would be a great place to go, but it turned out to be over priced and a complete riff off. Avoid. read more

I had high hopes for this - good location, good range of classes and cool architecture. However I was seriously disappointed. I recently did a stretch class as I thought that would be a good taster. The instructor seemed largely disinterested and didn't correct anyone's position or posture throughout the 45 minute session.( I'm accustomed to having teachers who care.) However by far my biggest gripe and the reason I would dissuade anyone from going is the lack of cleanliness. The studio was filthy - both the floor and the mats were gritty - and the place stank. Doing a stretch class sadly requires you to lie on the floor - to say I was reluctant would be an understatement. Rarely have I left a studio feeling quite so grubby. EUGH read more

I had an incident at Frame Shoreditch over a year ago that still really upsets me, and since I see that the instructor Ben is still there I will post it. I put my neck out in an ill-advised shoulder stand in his Pilates class. He pushed me to do it although I said I had back/neck problems, but I knew I shouldn't and tried anyway, so I was not seeking to complain or blame him. However, at the end of the class he asked how it was and I said I would be going to see the chiropractor the following day because I was in intense pain (again, just responding to his question, and wanting to let him know that shoulder stands really can be dangerous for some people). At that point, he started railing at me how this couldn't have happened, I must be wrong, and how maybe things are different in America (where I'm from) and recruited another student in the class to tell me off as well. She got in my face and told me Ben was definitely not the problem, he knows what he's doing and I must be mistaken that I started feeling pain in his class. He definitely WAS the problem, although I would not even remember this incident had he not picked a fight with me after the class. When a client expresses having suffered intense pain during your class and isn't seeking to blame you, the only appropriate response is sympathy and brevity. read more

By far my most favourite studio! The teachers for yoga are amazing. Great variety of classes and the studio is really relaxed. Studio staff are mostly nice and willing to work with you on mistaken bookings or if the app is having a glitch. read more

Frame is a great place to stay in shape and get fit if you love classes then your not going to find any place like frame as they have so much choice and also have classes all few the day so you can come any time you like.I love the box fit and vibe classes and all trainers are great would be nice I they done some one to one Pt but the vibe classes are not to far of.check it out if your not a gym person and you like all types of dance and fitness classes. read more

Frame, thank you! you have got me excited about exercise again and have helped to banish my work stress! I love 80's aerobics- also mix it up with quickie cardio ride - everyone is very friendly- not your typical intimidating gym- just lots of fun! read more

Besides the fact that I found the website and membership offers confusing and not practical or useful, I thought I would call and arrange to speak to someone about membership and give it a chance as the classes sounded fab and the place is nearby. From the moment I walked in I was made to feel that I didn't belong there. I'm a pretty positive and friendly person but all I got in return were smug smirks and an aloof welcome. I explained that I was pretty unfit and they could see that I was overweight, or at least didn't look like the usual trendy hipsters that seems to have congregated around Shoreditch. Instead of offering to sit me down to go through my options, they didn't even get up or welcome me oroffer to take me around. I asked about which classes would be best for me, and they had no ideas and were incredibly aloof. I don't know if they had a clue what they were doing and seemed to have a relaxed approach to work. I asked if I could have a look around and they just left me to go on by myself. It was utterly horrible how dirty it was! I am convinced now that these trendy places that focus so much on the standing out with novelty ideas have forgotten to add substance and lost sight of maintaining the basics of a business; making customers feel welcome, knowing your own products, and cleaning the place!!!! I left feeling shit and had a kebab but the next day my husband cheered me up and I went and signed up to Clissold Leisure Centre...they could not be more different! They welcomed me, went through all my options and booked an induction for all the equipment with the most amazing trainer...I love going there. And as for my progress...I can't say there's much improvement yet in my weight or fitness...but I love going there and feel comfortable in my own skin...isn't that the most important thing? read more