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4.2 mi

my legs, they hurt so good Torture machines insideread more

I took my first class here and Taryn was awesome! Very upbeat and challenging. Hope they will open…read moreeven more class times

Ankle weights and the step for extra glute work!

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Owners Taryn and Ashley enjoying a "Sexy Mayan" smoothie on their Pilates retreat!

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I love this studio.....Close to my home and Anna is a great instructor.read more

As always, the studio is clean, decorated festively, and is a place to feel good about one's body…read more Emma gave a GREAT free mat class to Celebrate Pleasure Point Pilates' sixth anniversary by owner Anna. I have been training here for nine years and I am always pleased when I learn a new movement. Emma has a kind clear voice with the ability to explain the movements in easily understood descriptions. She also did the entire class with us which I always adore because I am a visual learner. I am a counter, and when Emma says 10 she means it. She makes sure you do equal amount on each sides which I really appreciate. Kudos to Emma. Pleasure Point Pilates' is lucky to employ her.

Mat Classes are small and clients receive lots of personal attention.

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Agile Monkey Pilates Studio

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3.5 mi

I had gone from dancing 20 hours a week in college to sitting 40 hours a week at my desk and at the…read moreripe age of 25, and needed something to keep me active. Agile Monkey welcomed me with open arms. I was nervous about getting back into fitness as I had never formally done pilates and dance had taken its toll on my feet. Kathy answered when I called and listened to all my concerns. She was warm, welcoming and both put me at ease and made me excited to come in. I felt like she truly cared (which is way more than I can say for every doctor that nagged me to lose weight). She told me that she looked forward to meeting me and I could tell she meant it. I had my intro with Dixie and in that short hour my mind was opened to all the ways my body was not aligned and causing me pain. She never made me feel like anything was wrong with my body and relayed her experience to my own. She was funny, enthusiastic and had a great energy! I left the studio and told everyone I knew how incredible she was! That was May 2018 and I've been going back ever since. I have to also recommend Irina. Her classes have been instrumental in my progress. She has an amazing fun energy that motivates me and keeps me coming back for more. Her early morning centering class has consistently been one of the highlights of my week. I can't recommend her enough! All the instructors I've worked with have been wonderful in listening to my concerns and encouraging me to have confidence in my body and know when something doesn't feel right. I truly feel welcome and safe at Agile Monkey! Also love that the studio doesn't use single use disinfecting wipes and opts for reusable cloths and cleaner. Love that the boutique carries high quality items from brands that do good and are women and or family owned. Big plus! Tl;dr: Would go again and again! Would recommend to everyone at any age, at any level. Studio that cares! All around positive experience!

Well, not only have I stuck with Pilates, I've gone from once to twice a week, and for the past few…read moreyears three times a week (me, the non-exerciser)! The wide variety of equipment challenges my body in different ways, and the instructors are very fluent in all the types of equipment they have at Agile Monkey. I'll be 71 next month and in terms of strength, balance, flexibility, range of motion, I'm in the best shape of my life. Plus, it does wonders for my disposition. Not to sound cheesy but Pilates at Agile Monkey has been a life change for me.

Pilates on Tour, November 2021

Lisa Graham, founder of Agile Monkey.

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Good posture is so important and is integral to Pilates training.

Club Pilates

4.4

(23 reviews)

3.6 mi

I love Club Pilates. I have found these workouts to be challenging and very enjoyable. The…read moreinstructors are all knowledgeable and helpful and they're all a little different. The total experience is a great one. I am there most days and happy about it.

Classes are great! Stars are for the booking process. It feels like it's 1999. The Google results…read morelead to a site where you can't login, you can't buy more than a single class pass online, and you don't get automatic reminders via email when you do register. It's really shocking that the process is so difficult. It's pushed me to use other local places where the enrollment and class management process is easier.

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Bali Body Pilates

(14 reviews)

3.8 mi

I can't say enough good things about Sarah! She is so knowledgeable and great to work with. She is…read morevery accommodating, meets me at my level and patiently works with me to improve my strength. She is a real gem; we are fortunate to have her in Santa Cruz!

Sarah is one of the best Pilates instructors in the bay area. She was trained by the master…read more(Lolita, one of the two only Joe Pilates disciples) of Pilates. Her classes are easy to learn but challenging. Her sequences are well thought out and make you feel good after class. Sarah is also a teacher trainer for Pilates. She has trained over 100+ excellent Pilates. Who else is better for you to take Pilates class with!

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Coastline Pilates

(15 reviews)

3.9 mi

This studio is amazing!…read more It offers small, intimate classes which allows for each and every individual to have the attention of the instructor. Since I am new, I need a lot of pointers and adjustments so this is perfect for me! If you're looking for a class that is effective but fun, take Aubrie's classes! Personally, my favorite way to start my day is at her 7am class as it gets my body moving and my mood right.

As a newbie to Pilates, Coastline is the ideal studio to learn at. I don't think I will ever make…read morethe switch to a larger studio after experiencing the luxury of Coastline. The intimate studio setting and small class sizes (a maximum of 6 people) ensure that every student gets the attention, instruction, and modification they need. The cozy atmosphere and small group dynamic make each session feel welcoming and truly personal. It's more like a little community than just a workout class. The location is another huge plus. It's easy to find, has convenient on-site parking, and is situated at the start of the Westside, meaning you don't have to battle heavy traffic to get there. Everything about the studio, from the beautiful wood floors and reformers to the perfectly situated windows that let in the natural sunlight, feels thoughtfully designed to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. I usually take Aubrey's class, and I absolutely love it. She has a gift for making Pilates fun, always bringing laughter into the room and creating a lighthearted environment while also ensuring that students are getting a great workout. She always has something funny or profound to say, which we then spend the rest of the class laughing about. The most recent Aubrey-ism is that "Nobody is a winner". It's funny, yet profound. There's something so energizing about starting my Friday morning with a 7 am class full of movement and genuine joy. I've taken exercise classes in the past where no one speaks, and the energy feels stiff, but Aubrey's classes are the complete opposite. Abigail's classes are also fantastic, and her expertise in Pilates shows. My personal favorite classes are the Wednesday and Friday 7 am classes, though getting a spot feels like competing in the Hunger Games! I would love to see more early-morning options on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays to make it easier to get in. If you're thinking about trying a 7 am class, I highly recommend booking well in advance.

We have six Balance Body Studio Reformers. Our group classes are small so you're able to receive one on one attention.

Pilates Group Reformer Class at Coastline Pilates

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Balance Body Studio Reformer with Ball

Joy of Movement Gyrotonic and Pilates Studio

(48 reviews)

3.6 mi

I made a massage appointment with Rochelle after hearing good things from a coworker. I was in…read moredesperately bad chronic neck pain and needed relief but also was worried bodywork would make it worse in some way. Rochelle took such great care of me! It was relaxing and relieving and she also released some problem areas I didn't even know I had (ouch, but good!). I found her really reassuring and encouraging and she helped me gain new awareness about some things my body was doing. Will be visiting again!

Rochelle is one of the best Pilates instructors I've encountered in my 23 years taking classes…read more From San Francisco and to the Santa Cruz area, her classes rank top for innovation, fun and excellence. A warm and inviting studio, I look forward to every class.

Our fabulous instructor Aimee Fitzgerald

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TRX class

Hot Elevation Studios

3.6

(73 reviews)

0.5 mi

I really love this studio and all of their classes, which is why this was so disappointing. I was…read morepretty grossed out walking into a recent class and noticing the room hadn't been cleaned or sanitized after the previous session. Everyone was expected to lay their mats directly on top of other people's sweat, and the weights were still wet and sticky. For a studio at this price point, I would expect much better sanitation practices. Clean equipment and floors aren't just about appearances, they're important for helping prevent the spread of germs and ensuring members feel comfortable. I hope the studio makes cleanliness a higher priority moving forward because otherwise it's a fantastic place to work out.

For a "high-end boutique" studio I have been attending for a year now as of this month, the past…read moreyear there have been a lot of recurring issues. First off, do not get me wrong, I absolutely love taking my spin cycle class and the two instructors I'll ever go to (Deborah Bredy & Lindsey Bridges) sometimes three when Makenzie instructs, and I have tried the other instructors out and they are NOT for me. For the last year I have watched, experienced, heard from other peers, etc. that the upkeep of the facility is not up to par with; bikes always being broken (for long periods of time), men's and women's restrooms not being up to par with what the customers need; soap (hair & body) in the shower consistently (that is not watered down), water/moisture proof cabinets (that do not collect mildew), more cabinets and add coat rack(s) for their students on the wall by the storage closet by the TRX room and spin class, and let me share with you, a membership here cost a lot more than my membership at Chaminade. So I would assume, sorry for assuming, to have consistency of machines working. Throughout the year I cannot repeat how many times the spin class bikes have been out of commission, them overbooking this specific class, not knowing how many bikes are out of services on the regular, peers sharing with the front desk on what is broken, peers of mine who don't share because, they are simply uncomfortable to do so, and seeing/watching so much miscommunication from student to staff to upper management. It's getting old and fast! When we pay for our membership we don't expect but, demand for the equipment to work consistently - that is not a lot to ask for. It honestly is not, it's common sense. Sorry for being so blunt but, sometimes being blunt gets things done. On another note, I have missed classes because, bikes have been out of service yet not stated they are out of commission but, booked instead for operation. I have used three bikes throughout the past year that were marked as "usable" and were out of commission. My lower back KILLED me the entire 45 minutes. Now that is dedication for one to really like a class, however almost being 40 and sucking up the pain three times I will not do that anymore. It was NOT worth it for the price I pay and others to have bikes that work. People love these classes, as I do, and want to attend these classes. Why, because they are amazing and so much fun! Please please please get your bikes in order - it's a new year and a new way of running Hot Elevation to run with consistency.

Challenge yourself with our popular signature class; elevation barre: core + cardio!

Challenge yourself with one of our most popular signature classes; elevation sculpt: core + cardio!

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Challenge yourself with our signature Hot Pilates class; elevation hot pilates: core + cardio!

Toadal Fitness II

4.4

(119 reviews)

1.2 mi

Everyone is so friendly and thoughtful. They keep the gym clean and care about the members. I…read moreespecially love the lifting room they added. The trainers are amazing and the classes are awesome!! Parking can be difficult. But if you come a few minutes early you will find a spot, no problem.

I'm so glad I joined this gym. The staff are all super kind and helpful. The classes offer a…read morevariety of times and types of workouts. The trainers are motivating and friendly. The environment is very chill and I feel like the price I pay is a huge deal considering I can go to an instructed class, private sauna, or use the hot worx box on my own time. I previously went to a local gym that was more expensive and I think Toadal has more to offer and is cleaner. Thanks Toadal crew I appreciate you all !

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Natural Bridges State Beach

4.3

(533 reviews)

5.2 mi

First, this is Not a dog friendly beach as some reviews have stated…read more Otherwise, it is a gorgeous landing spot for viewing the natural bridge and tide pools. There is a long, and slippery walk to get to the tide pools. Unless you can sneak past the waves, against the rocks, like my kids did. Very nice bathrooms. Definitely worth the $10 parking.

malibu barbie and her flock of zesty surfer kens have nothing against me and my beaches. i rule the…read moreocean world with my aesthetic beach pics and pink glitter goggles. i'm at the very top of the aquatic food chain. i am THE mermaid diva. just wanted to say that! anyway santa cruz isn't exactly malibu or socal or hawaii but it's quite nice. the beach has a cool hike with lots of wildlife like deer and birds and snakes! and there are tidal pools with mussels and crabs yum yum! the view is very pretty but it's quite windy. parking isn't bad, not too crowded, cool natural formations. the only thing i don't like is all the flies around the kelp on the shore...but that's nature for ya

June 2023

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Seabright Beach

4.2

(245 reviews)

2.5 mi

Came for the water the sand and the fire pits…read more We made S'mores and had a great day on the beach. We were there mid week early August. Parking was close by. There is a bathroom. It was a great day.

Nice family beach. Lifeguards sometimes. Sand has lots of wood chips in it so bring sandals. Carry…read moreout what you bring in please. Public restrooms.

Nice day, overcast, but cool.

The Walton lighthouse is here.

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You can see the waves crashing against the piles(?)

Simpkins Family Swim Center

3.3

(46 reviews)

1.4 mi

Awesome family -community swim compound. Highly recommend the deep water running aerobic classes…read morewith Camille! She is the best! End of summer doggie swim is one my favorite activities overall.

I love to swim and do Aerobics here. someone in parks needs to deal with the shower issues. They…read morehave an issue with the showers, temperature and availability are an issue.

Shane now swimming for Santa cruz High but still misses Simpkins swim center.

Aptos Cabrillo Swim Club. Come join us. Shane M

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Water slide and eating area

Wilder Ranch State Park

4.6

(308 reviews)

6.6 mi

Came here for a short stroll along the coast on a day trip to Santa Cruz... I was impressed!…read moreExpansive and well maintained trails matched with beautiful views and wildlife! You can even go down to beaches, although the water doesn't look the best for swimming. Many birds and seals, and I believe the trail is pet friendly as well!

I often stop here for a picnic on my ride on the rail trail from Santa Cruz. The new trail…read moreextension to Davenport is almost complete!! Wilder ranch is such a great place. I bought a patch last weekend. Can't wait to eat another picnic lunch here while biking between Santa Cruz and Davenport!

Wilder Ranch State Park

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Wilder Ranch State Park

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5 years ago

Sandy Novembre (owner of Monarch Pilates and Master pilates instructor) has literally saved my life. I've been a dancer & gymnast since I was 3 years old, and after injuries and lack of proper rehab, had hyper-mobility issues and saw her initially for low back spasms. She discovered that I had really strong compensation patterns and very weak core muscles. She was able to find ways to help me learn to use my core, and relax the poor compensations, and I'm a new me! I can dance better (I have balance now), work out without pain and less injuries (I have strong core support), and best, I know how to get myself out of pain when things come up too. But wait, there's more! She has also gathered amazing teachers, Rolf body worker, and the BEST physical therapist (who also does pilates). The space is clean, beautiful, and equipment is is fabulous condition. It is the highlight of my week, and I drive 45 minutes to get there. LOVE LOVE LOVE! read more

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16 years ago

Sandy of Monarch Pilates provides wonderful one-on-one instruction. She really knows the body and how it works, so everything you do in the studio is safe and will help you become stronger and more flexible. I started going to her mat classes 8 years ago, and now do a duet in her studio. She focuses on what your body needs, and it really brings results. Strength, tone, flexibility and she helps target areas that may be giving you trouble. Her other instructors are great, too. Sandy makes sure they all meet her criteria for certification and teaching ability. read more

Rebeca B.

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4 years ago

So grateful and happy to have found Monarch Pilates. I can't express how much I have appreciated the kind and patient coaching and readjustment to reclaiming my body and movement. I had been worried about feeling out of place with some extra weight in a small boutique-like setting but it's amazing! I'm a huge fan and am looking forward to my next class! read more

Shari C.

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5 years ago

When I got sciatica, I got a lot of relief from the physical therapist, Amelia. She gave me stretches and exercises that sped my recovery and has kept me healthy ever since. read more

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