I've belonged to Core for nearly a year and a half. I had never taken pilates previously and…read moreimmediately fell in love. My practice has created a better mind-to-body connection. I'm stronger and more aware of my body in space. Exercises are challenging with stretches built in. All the teachers are great, but I often find myself in classes taught by Heather, Sophie, and Samantha. I would suggest Core to anyone wanting to try something new or deepen their relationship to their body.

I have been going to Pilates Reformer classes at Core Pilates for 5 years in the Active Aging…read moreProgram with Vickie. This has been one of the best decisions of my life. Core is a small, very welcoming studio and can accomodate levels of practice from beginners to more advanced practice. I have been helped immeasurably to recover from more than one surgery. Personal limitations are taken into account and modifications are always available if needed. This is a very respectful atmosphere which helps to inspire continued participation.

Good variety of classes including HIIT, Burnout, yoga sculpt, traditional yoga, dance. Excellent…read moreteachers

Absolutely love this studio! They offer a great variety of classes and frequently add pop-up…read moreclasses to the schedule for even more variety. I recently tried the cardio dance class and it was a lot of fun. The Yoga CircHIIT classes are my personal favorite. It's a yoga and HIIT style class in one and the instructor's are great. Just a heads-up the classes are heated, so be prepared to sweat a little extra. The studio has showers, bathrooms, and changing rooms on site. I don't mind parking on the street since there's usually quite a bit of availability, but they also have a parking lot that is free upon validation inside. They are also in ClassPass!

Thank you Studio L2 Pilates Training center! I started Pilates with Laura over 5 years ago and…read morekeep going back. Laura and her workouts at the Center have elevated my fitness level to new heights. As I get older, I am gettting more flexible and strong instead of tighter and losing strength like many of my friends complain about. Weekly Pilates have been wonderful for me both for Stress relief and health balance. Thank you Studio L2 for keeping me interested in maintaining my health by teaching me the latest great workouts so my body is always challenged!

I started at Studio L2 about a year ago. I started with the private Pilates sessions. I was…read morelooking for an instructor who was able to adapt my training routine to accommodate some physical limitations that I have. Laura was great at customizing my workouts and offering variations to work around my limitations. Since then, the studio started offering barre classes as well, that I just love. The studio is a great fit for me because of the small class sizes and personalized attention. And as a bonus, I have met many other wonderful women who attend there that have become friends and networking contacts. I highly recommend Studio L2!

Yoga Sanctuary is a delightful small community studio. It is accessible and affordable for yoga…read moreclasses. The space and instructors are welcoming and kind. They also offer all props you could need at no extra cost. When you show up, it's at a (former?) church in the basement level. There's space to hang coats and leave shoes, and you sign in on a clipboard by the door. The space itself is warm and inviting with dark wooden floors. There are a few windows that let light in near the ceiling.

I checked out Yoga Sanctuary this past Sunday and had a pretty lovely experience over all. The…read moreSanctuary is a quaint little space located in the basement level of a church, Solomon's Porch. Enter the church and head immediately downstairs and you can't miss it. The teacher was wonderful and made the class a bit more personable by chatting with folks as they arrived and by providing a bit of her yoga story. They didn't have anything for people to use to indicate if they were open to adjustments/help, but the teacher asked before assisting anyone. Pricing: They have a great first class is free deal. Drop-ins are $16 and the monthly unlimited package is $76/pm. These prices are very good for Minneapolis! Parking: Street parking. This can get a little crowded on Sundays since the Yoga Sanctuary is located in a church. This is a five star review in general, but probably a four star review for me personally just because I prefer hot yoga and a parking lot.

Can I give 6 stars? This gym is amazing! The vibe is…read morenon-intimidating, supportive, and fun! The instructors are skilled and hilarious and somehow make doing planks fun. They also make everyone feel welcome. I've only been for Pilates classes but have been to several of them and loved them all. Pilates classes tend to draw a female crowd which can be intimidating but this studio couldn't be further from that. Everyone is welcoming, no one cares what you wear (Lulu who? Wear your favorite t-shirt), and every skill level is accommodated. They have 4 reformer machines so for classical reformer classes, they have 4 spots. I typically go over lunch and book ~5 days out and usually don't have an issue getting a spot. They use the MindBody app and have their own app as well so booking classes is easy! They use a waitlist and most times I've been on the waitlist, I get added to the class. The instructors mix things up and keep it interesting with fun music! I've been to reformer classes elsewhere with soft, soothing music and it nearly put me to sleep. Not here! Expect 80s jams from Jean, Lizzo from Andrea, and the Doobie Brothers (or Beyonce!) from Ruth. They have a Pilates Circuit class that combines the reformer, jump board, tower, chair, mat, TRX, and more. I haven't done the same workout in a Circuit class once. Circuit classes can have 12 (or maybe even 16) people in a class which is super fun and keeps the energy in class moving. The studio has cubbies for your belongings, a bathroom, towels, and a shower. They have a parking lot with maybe 10 spots and tons of parking spots along the street. I haven't had an issue with parking but they are next door to Psycho Suzi's so on a summer Saturday, give yourself extra time to park. Upstairs they have the "Treehouse" where they hold barre, Pilates, and yoga classes. The back wall of the studio is all windows that face the Mississippi. They also have the "Basement" where they have open gym and weight classes. They even have open gym times in the "Treehouse" with the Pilates equipment! Their prices are wonderful! Your first week is free so definitely try that. I did and 6 months later, am still going to classes. Your first month of unlimited classes is $59 which is INSANE for Pilates. Their memberships get you any class - reformer, yoga, kettlebells, whatever! PLUS unlimited access to open gym times. After the intro month, their prices and membership options vary but are still some of the most affordable options I've seen. They have a 12-class-a-month option for $135 which means each class is $11.25 - for reformer classes! I've seen studios charge $35 for one class. They host free outdoor workouts in the park, bike rides, and "Planks & Dranks" events at local bars. If you're looking for great workouts, a supportive workout community, and affordable classes, try a class at NE Fitness. I suggest the Pilates Circuit Class with Andrea to get you started. See you there!

This gym is great! The owners Andrea and Sarah really make the place. The gym is warm and inclusive…read moreand has a great community and atmosphere. Classes are challenging and changing. Never thought I actually enjoy going to the gym.

This place is a cute, local, barre studio. I love that it has a local feel not like the national…read morechain barre places. The workout is no joke, you start with cardio and move into more strength movements through your the class. I also want to mention the view! The class overlooks the lake, which I find very calming during the workout.

This boutique studio is one of the best I've been too. When the instructor tells the class to turn…read moretoward the side of the room with a view you'll realize how lucky you are. This studio sits on a corner lot on the second floor in downtown Wayzata overlooking Lake Minnetonka. The staff here are always welcoming and the instructors are top-notch. My favorite will always be Rachel T. (one of the owners). Class size is small so you really feel like you get that extra attention you sometimes need. I always leave here feeling like I had a great workout and really worked hard. This studio offers a variety of classes throughout the day. If I was in closer proximity I'd come more often. Classes are pricey though and it's expensive to be a member here. All kinds of packages are available but a 3-6 month pass ranges from $300-500. I love this studio but not sure it's worth these prices to me.

A hidden yoga gem in the Twin Cities!…read more This old barn turned into a yoga studio is one of the most inspirational and romantic places I've experienced doing yoga. The old rafters and charm put your mind at ease while you practice an intimate session of yoga. Sunday night yoga sessions are the best - one full hour of yoga with a good amount of Savasana at the end that will get ready for fun happy hour/socializing with many wonderful yogis in the family country-modern kitchen. Yes, that's free wine/beer & snacks after a hard workout. What more could you ask for?

Hola Yoga is a fantastic studio that provides an incredible variety of classes like yoga, Pilates,…read moreHIIT, stretching, and plenty more. I am always excited to plan out my week of classes and it's refreshing to find a place where every class and instructor hits just right. Melissa, the owner, is so welcoming and really takes the time to get to know you - whether it's your first class or 100th class. I will keep coming back because of the community I've found in the short time I've been going!