Were someone to ask me for a single-word assessment of my Club Pilates experience it would be…read more"inconsistent". Though I've settled on an overall 4-star rating, there have been several visits where I'd not have rated it above 3-stars and once a single-star experience. But overall, if what you seek is a group exercise class, Club Pilates, with its clean, well-organized space and abundance of class offerings will suffice. A friend of mine owned a Club Pilates franchise and she described to me the most difficult part of the experience was hiring and keeping good staff. I imagine that remains a challenge, possibly because many of the best Pilates instructors might opt to work with a smaller class size, where they could more easily oversee correct movement and body-part placements. When a friend heard that I was going here she questioned how instructors manage these important Pilates concepts and I had to admit: Often, not at all. The key to a great experience here is twofold: find the class description you like then find an instructor you also like, who leads that class. This can be a challenge. The sign-up system is via the Club Pilates app and it's easy, but those who've already figured out the above tend to fill those classes quickly. Club Pilates is far from my idea of an ideal Pilates experience but sometimes good enough is okay too. That's exactly what I've found this Club Pilates to be and if I can ever get the classes and instructors I desire on a regular basis that opinion will certainly improve.

Kim is INCREDIBLE! Her circuit class does absolutely everything! Continually impressed with the…read morequality of instructors.

X'Core is a great spot for a Pilates/Lagree-style workout. The instructors are very consistent and…read moreevery class delivers a solid, challenging workout. It's a perfect addition to my weekly split and always manages to remind me of muscles I either haven't used in a while or forgot existed haha. The instructors are motivating and keep the class moving at a good pace while still making sure form is correct. I also book through ClassPass and have found it to be really reliable for getting into classes here. Overall, a great studio if you're looking for a challenging, effective workout with consistently great instruction.

What a great place to take a Pilates class for the first time! I took the very basic course, which…read moreis an introduction to Pilates (definitely recommend it if it's your first time using the reformer Pilates machine). It involved a ton of stretching and was a very easygoing workout. This place is very well maintained and super clean! You're given a wipe toward the end of the session to clean down your machine, which I loved! It really shows much X Core care about keep the place sanitized. I'd say try it out and see if you enjoy a relaxing workout as much as I did!

Yelp is asking me what went well?Honestly~Everything at the studio goes well! I have an amazing…read morePilates trainer, usually I get to visit twice a week, 4 to 5 Group classes that work perfectly with my schedule. It's been with me through many sizes, many strengths, and a sliding scale of ability - the birth of a child. This studio has been able to go up and down with me. The pain in my body has dissipated - one session at a time. When this studio first opened, it gave me my life back, at my pace, my ability, my schedule. Cue the Core continues to give me and feed me what is welcomed and what is needed. I fear to share my personal trainers as I really don't wanna share her. But I am willing if you ask me directly. Needless to say, the women at Cue The Core are inclusive, loving and kind. There is someone for everyone. The studio is so amazing. We even have some men. Including my amazing husband. Who joined the studio a year after he saw the gift I was receiving. Thank you, Cue The Core, I love all of you. Thank you for being inclusive.

I have now been practicing pilates for oof 20 years with varying levels of investment and…read moremotivation. I think it's saying a lot that these teachers have kept me engaged and consistently attending for around 5 years. Firstly, I love the community of loyal followers they have amassed and I have best time seeing new faces in the studio as well. It's not like other studios where new people are made to feel like they are walking into a private sorority event. To this point, Cue the Core offers classes that vary in levels of difficult and experience. There are classes For beginners, advanced and everything in between. Importantly, I find I can jump into nearly any class as Karen and Wendy call out modifications for those who need/ want them ( mods that allow people to up the level of most moves). I find this flexibility opens up the availability of classes I can join. It's a welcoming place for people who are curious and want to try it out as well. Admittedly, I'm picky now since I've tried many different styles, different studios, and different teachers. I know what I like. Also My body has changed as I've aged, so my goals around exercise have changed. Karen , Wendy and the teachers they have brought on (shot out to Deborah, Gen and Susan) offer more than 50 minutes of awkwardly messing around on equipment. They each have deep knowledge and extensive training. A little of my journey with Karen and Wendy... When my goal was to work out without losing my pelvic floor, I felt safe with Wendy and Karen...they had my back. When I craved a more toned version of mom bod for summertime, despite back pain from spending 95% of my life picking crap up my kids left on the floor... guess who got me confident in a swimsuit? (Karen and Wendy in case you aren't following). Now, I am maybe the strongest I've been in years and feel good about how I look. My fitness focus is on continuing to grow lean muscle without risking injury. It's nearly full circle - I find myself prioritizing form and breath while maintaining strength and flexibility. Wendy is a master teacher with classical background knowledge and training. I trust her to push me without injuring me. Karen brings athleticism to my practice and even weights (which I would normally balk at). She is also a trained wellness coach who is clearly dedicated to bringing her deep knowledge base in that world to the studio. The studio itself has come a long way and reflects the breadth and depth of Karen and Wendy's interests. I mean, come on... they've got a Cadillac (if you know you know) , can pull out a ladder barrel for privates and have outfitted each reformer with towers!! Don't see that everyday ... and for those who are familiar, these added apparatuses add such diversity of content and muscle/ tendon target to a class. I had never even heard of Fit Springs (think Pilates using springs suspended from ceiling- ish) before they installed a whole room of them. Did I mention their main reformer room set up includes CHAIRS for each reformer?!?? My favorite class is currently a classical class where we move between the reformer, mat and chair. It's advanced and challenging and feels soo good to see not only my own progress but the progress of the women who get the pilates shakes through these classes with me... I mean, bring on Jackknife... Big Twist Teaser?!?? Pshhh been nailing that one for months. Any thing Inversions? Child's play. Ok... I'm mostly joking about feeling like I've mastered these moves... each milestone we reach, master teacher Wendy reminds us there are always ways of advancing most moves and she encourages us from a place of safety and confidence to step out of complacency -as ugly as it looks the first couple times through (we laugh A LOT). It's kind of magical... we shall see if I can pull off the Boomerang with even a modicum of grace by the end of fall. lol. Outside of classes, they've got a spectrum of offerings from speciality, pop up and themed class events ( Bubbles and Bounce- pilates with jump board and sparkling wine?... amazing combo!), to non- class but mind and community building offerings (Book club anyone?? So good!) and inspirational goodies ( the past few weeks have been fun with playful and healthful takes on a summertime favorite ... lemonade). I don't even like lemonade but on my way out of class yesterday, you can bet I happily sipped on the "bright and connected" combo I created from the menu and spread of add-ons (basil, rosemary, juicy strawberries, to name just 3 of about 10 offerings) Karen put out for people to try out.

Hello, Does anyone know if Parallel Pilates is still in…read morebusiness as of Feb 2017? I e-mailed and received no response, and then called the number (415) 925-1266 which is tied to Google search, apparently the number has been disconnected. Thanks!

I have taken Pilates classes over the years and Mara is simply the very best instructor that I have…read moreever had. Her knowledge of Pilates and precision of muscle movements are above and beyond. Not to mention that her space is lovely, calm and inviting.

I'm rating both The Studio and Tamar, my instructor. The Studio is beautiful and designed so nicely…read morebecause there are several different areas where you can work out, so even at a popular time, it is easy to do your routine and hear your instructor, whether in person or virtually. There are an abundance of reformers (top notch) a couple Cadillacs, chairs, ladders, many rings, rollers, balls, and so much more. If you can't find what you want to use for your workout, you're not trying. Tamar is fantastic! She's innovative, fun, focused, a great communicator, intuitive, has an excellent personality and memory, and while I keep thinking about how her talents are not being used on me because of my age and physical limitations, she never seems like she is thinking that way. She finds new ways to open up tight places and create flexibility that I thought I lost years ago. Her energy and enthusiasm is wonderful because I am excited to keep trying to do more at home even with small movements. I look forward to working there each week. The parking is easy and ingress and egress is a breeze, which is not always true for places in Marin. Everyone is friendly and seems delighted to be there. There is a small shop area with some fun things. I didn't check the prices, but the clothes were casual and nicely organized for quick viewing.

If you're looking to build strength, reduce stress, relieve pain, rehabilitate, and/or feel amazing…read moreafter each pilates session, then book your session with The Studio Marin. I've been a client for years now, and I love my private sessions with Sarah and Bronwen. My daughter has also become a client and loves her sessions as much as I do. There are a talented bunch of pilates instructors at The Studio Marin. They have a reformer room that is spacious, bright, and peaceful; as well as a cadillac room, and a large airy, sunshiny space with several towers and ladder barrels. Not to mention weights, bands, rollers, etc. Parking is also easy and free. I LOVE pilates here and know you will too!

Roc Pilates is my favorite place. The large spacious studio is equipped with new reformers, always…read moreimpeccably clean and well organized, the decor is pleasant to the eye, and there is always free parking on premise. Christine is very accommodating and informative, and along with the other instructors is very attentive to each client. Roc Pilates is my little heavenly place and I walk out after each session feeling more toned and amazing. Thank you to Christine and Wendy and Ysabel !!!

There is a ton of research that supports how regular exercise can help boost mood and reduce…read moreanxiety & stress. So recently I started going to ROC Pilates classes with instructor Christine (as well as streaming yoga classes from Jessamyn Stanley of Every Body Yoga through the Underbelly app - highly recommend :). Pilates is so much more than a workout! This mind-body practice will target muscles you never even knew you had, and includes stretches that feel ahhh-mazing. I would recommend committing to a couple of classes a week to begin to understand the foundations of pilates eg learning the basic moves, getting the breathing down, eventually getting into your flow! You may have to fumble a bit through the first few classes because you are doing unfamiliar moves and learning new ways to move your body. Consistency is key, I've been doing the classes for almost 2 months now & I finally have my rhythm down. It feels really good, and I'm improving my balance, coordination, posture, and confidence. I feel strong! Christine is an excellent instructor. She is nonjudgemental and kind. She gives individualized attention to ensure your form is properly aligned, and to incrementally guide you to more advanced moves. Also the space is calming, clean, with brand new equipment and sustainable touches (eg machines are cleaned with lemongrass & tea tree oil, and there are hand towels in bathroom as opposed to paper towels). Wonderful experience :)

I actually loved going to the Dailey method. The exercises were challenging and the teachers were…read morevery kind and patient. Some of them were really fun! I've always enjoyed a structured workout and this is what TDM gives you. But like any studio anywhere, there are always pros and cons. PROS: - Clean studios - friendly staff - there is a shower and a type of day care for kids - challenging exercises that can be modified. - free parking CONS: - there's only one shower and bathroom so it can get packed real quick. - the space (at least in Corte madera) is very small and tight. - they're not a lot of day care options available. - not as many classes as some would like, especially in the evenings. - not a very diverse clientele- but that's not the studios fault (at least I hope it's not) - parking is limited - VERY EXPENSIVE. And they are always finding ways to charge you extra. For example, there's a no show fee of $15/class. I get that they charge to encourage you to go to class because another person could've take your spot if you canceled but they don't actually have that many people going in at once. Every time I went in, there was always space. For unlimited bar classes, I believe it costs $179 but if you want to engage in unlimited cycling and barre classes, the price jumps to over $200. I understand that these classes aren't suppose to be cheap because you are paying for the instructors time and the studio space but yesh, that's quite steep, especially since it's not a Pilates studios that requires a specific machine or any at all. The introductory package (21 days of unlimited barre and cycling) cost $75! I think that's what I'm most put off by. They are still charging so much for someone just to try it out and they don't even give you the full month to try it out. I have decent job in the Bay Area that allows me to pay for that but I still don't want to throw down that much. I gave it a try but I don't think I'd be going back. I've seen a lot of other studios that make a greater commitment to their students health at a much lesser cost and I think I'll support those types of studio. For example, Red Dragon Yoga studios also costs over $100 (I think it's around $129) for unlimited studio use but they have an intro deal of $30 for unlimited yoga at any of their locations. They also (as far as I know) don't threaten students with extra costs if they suddenly can't show up. Again, there are pros and cons to everything so I'd recommend trying at least once, that is if you want to spend money here.

Been going to TDM for years - here, Novato and Fairfax. It's the most intelligent, inspiring, hard…read more(in good ways) exercise class I have found. I've learned about the small muscles in my back and shoulders, work my abs, quads, arms, all of which help me in all other exercise - bike, climbing, TRX, yoga - and with my posture at work. Each studio has their own personality just like their communities. I've done years of Bikram, many yoga, pilates, TRX and other classes around the county. I always come back to TDM and love it here. I feel so much better even though I may be sore. The teachers have been mostly fabulous! Yes, they've known their clients for years so it can get a bit chatty but they always come back and focus. Last note: I didn't really discover the value of it fully till I did a 30 day thing and went to 18 classes. Then I found out how hard it REALLY was once I started to learn the right muscles and posture!