I've had years of pilates experience over the past 3 decades and X-Treme Pilates is the only place…read moreI trust with my various back/hip issues. Janine is incredibly talented, excellent in instruction and correction. She remembers each student's limitations and is always there with an alternative suggestion. All the instructors have been attentive and very knowledgeable. The clientele is warm, welcoming, and supportive. I am incredibly grateful for finding this gem in La Canada/Glendale.

Personal instruction tailored to your ability and strength. I saw results after 1x/ weekly private…read more+ 1x/weekly group classes and I have osteoporosis! I've been coming one year now and I don't plan on stopping! You'll learn how to safely strengthen your core muscles as well as your back muscles so that your spine can be held up with greater strength and beauty. XTREME Pilates is now a part of my life. After the results I have seen, I couldn't imagine quitting. I know my body wouldn't like it! I'm gardening, lifting moderately heavy plants, and enjoying the fruits of my training. Thank you, Janine!

The first time I came to this studio, I HATED it because of the instructor (Helene). She was VERY…read morechallenging which can be a good thing, but because it was my first time to the studio (I told her), I expected a little guidance. She gave guidance to the guy in the class and one of the girls, but none to me. She asked me afterwards how I liked the class, and I was VERY honest with my response which I can tell she wasn't too happy about. I gave it some time and decided to give it another shot except this time with a different instructor. WHAT A DIFFERENCE!! I was so much happier with this instructor. I liked it that much, I came back again and tried out another different instructor but this time, I didn't need any guidance because by the 3rd time here, I was familiar with the class routine. The class is challenging depending on the instructor. It REALLY makes a big difference who's teaching the class especially if you are a newbie to the studio. Studio is nice and clean. There's an area where you can place your stuff. The bathroom is nice and there are some amenities provided for women which is great. Plenty of free parking in a shared lot, but it can get pretty busy sometimes. There is street parking available which is also free.

Not my absolute favorite studio but still pretty gud ! I take Jennie's class on Wednesday mornings…read moreand she is one of the more challenging instructors ( I luv me a challenge). Depending on which instructor you take, they play good music. I love taking Jennie's class because her music is more hype in the mornings -- ESP when ya girl needs to wake up at 6AM in the morning ueheheh Location is located in a quiet area + parking is super easy to find :)

Great studio, very friendly staff, amazing instructors! Love going there for my dose of happy a few…read moretimes a week

Went for a free 30-minute introductory class to their studio…read more Studio is clean and has free parking which can be challenging sometimes. The customer service was fine. The instructor was good. I wish the class was 45 to 60 minutes!! I noticed that they use a lot of different types of equipment which always makes a class interesting and challenging. I would have bought a package, but it's way too expensive for my budget. I have ClassPass, and they are not on ClassPass.

Went in to use the restroom while waiting, locked the door and an employee didn't knock and just…read morestarted unlocking the door until I said something and she stopped. Then she waited 10-20 seconds before saying "we are closing for the night and I need to lock this restroom so hurry up" no I'm sorry for almost walking in on you or anything. Just an annoyed and disgusted look as I left. Sorry for having to use the restroom a half hour before you guys close and you just wanted to leave early.

Love the ladies here! Mel is one of my favorite instructors, but all of them are so attentive and…read moreencouraging. Definitely recommend visiting this place if you're new to Pilates!

I've been a regular at motivate Montrose many years now. Friendly staff/front desk and great…read moreinstructors. Odet is my favorite and my friends and I love her classes. she is very energetic , knowledgeable about muscle groups and personal training, and fun.If you are concerned abt injuries, she'll emphasize forms and correct forms frequently to prevent injury. I love Emily B.'s classes too if you like early morning hours.

Lagree classes at Motivate are such a good workout. I haven't taken everyone, but I love Courtney's…read moreinstruction. She's patient with clients and also with the instructors who she trains. Top tier in my book. The neighborhood is super cute, parking is easy, and the facility is clean. So what's not to like? I'm just not a fan of the Montrose studio over their other locations. The room gets so hot and we're not even in the dead of summer yet. I'm not sure if A/C is limited or what's going on with the ventilation. Also, the layout of the space is narrow but long. Machines are spread out with enough space in between each other, but they're basically stacked vertically (one behind another for a few rows). It does seem to be the most space-conscious arrangement for what they are working with, but it's hard to follow if you're all the way in the back and the instructor is demo'ing a new move or if the instructor is newer or not superbly clear throughout class. If this studio location is close to you, do NOT skip on Motivate! Bring grip socks (if you don't want to buy them there) and be on time. If you're early, check out the boutiques and mom-in-pops along Honolulu Avenue. Choose a machine in or near the front unless you're a regular.

Best group Pilates classes I have ever attended!Each instructor absolutely knows what they are…read moredoing and they do it with caring and love. Yet they all express their different personalities. Try a lot of teachers and you will find a few perfect ones for you. In every class, you will feel your worth, be challenged, and leave a session renewed and positive. Classes are divided into ability levels. Very easy to register for classes. Each day has a good quantity of each level. Studio is very clean and tranquil. Parking can be tricky, but usually you can find neighborhood spots.

Chelsea's class made me fall in love with Pilates all over again! She made the class so fun and…read moreenjoyable. Can't wait to come back at the end of the month and work toward getting my standing splits on the footbar!

Zonnie really is amazing! I've been going to Zonnie for over a year now and not only has she helped…read moreme recover from multiple injuries but she is now helping me correct my posture and tone my body. Every session with Zonnie is completely customized to fit my long term goals as well as my immediate needs. Somedays I want to focus on mobility, other days I want to focus on strength and she knows just what exercises to guide me through so I leave the studio feeling amazing and one step closer to my fitness goals. Thank you Zonnie!

This review is so long overdue. I've been taking classes with Zonnie for over a year now, and I…read morecannot recommend her enough. I started Pilates with Zonnie after a back injury flared up. Working with Zonnie has built up my core and strength overall. I'm more toned and have lost weight. But what I really need to recommend is working with Zonnie herself. She adapts each lesson to how my mind and my body are feeling that day. She has helped me focus or be Zen when I come in frazzled or will accommodate on days when I'm just plain tired. Zonnie's Pilates knowledge is expert, and she is warm, funny and fun to work with. She's the best!

This was one of the most disappointing Pilates classes I've attended…read more Before class, Lola prohibited me from filming myself, even though I had already asked permission and my camera was positioned only on me. I respect studio policies, but the way the situation was handled immediately created an uncomfortable atmosphere. Unfortunately, the class itself was equally disappointing. The pace was extremely slow, there were long pauses between exercises, and much of the session felt like resting rather than working out. At one point, a participant actually put on a sweatshirt during class because the workout was so low intensity. To make matters worse, the class ended about four minutes early despite already feeling far less active than a typical Pilates session. What bothered me most was the complete lack of engagement. Lola never corrected my form, never checked my technique, never interacted with me, and made no effort to create a welcoming environment after our initial disagreement. I spent 45 minutes feeling ignored. Not even a simple goodbye when I left. I've taken many Pilates classes, and this was the first time I walked out feeling unwelcome, underworked, and disappointed all at once.

Aesthetically, this studio is so cute! The lights behind the arched mirrors between every reformer…read moreand low lighting feels super trendy. I think they're lacking some basic things though that would stop me from making this my every day studio. One thing they're missing is a refillable water bottle station. I feel like providing water to your workout clients is kind of a must? Another thing I noticed is the reformers are too close together. There's no way you can have people doing legs circles and not touch legs. Same for exercises going across the width of the reformer: your head gets too close to your neighbors feet. I also hate that the cubbies for personal items are right by an open door in the back, so absolutely anyone could just grab your stuff. The set up is also very minimal, which on the plus side, means less clean up? But maybe limits what exercises you do. The classes I've had with Veronica have been amazing though, and I would ignore most of this stuff to keep doing classes with her!

I've been taking pilates from Grace Bahn for awhile and really appreciate her teaching philosophy…read more She helps you understand the anatomy and it's workings while instructing movements to be balanced, strong and flexible. If I want to improve on something particular she will teach focusing on those while keeping my body balanced. She shows exercises to do at home so that I can keep improving when I don't see her which really helps me stay healthy. She's also a blackbelt trained in martial arts so her take on health and life is pretty interesting.

I've only had three sessions so far, but I'm really enjoying my experience! My trainer, Gerald, is…read moreknowledgeable, patient, and great at explaining proper form. As someone new to strength training, I really appreciate the guidance and encouragement. The workouts are personalized and challenging without being overwhelming. Looking forward to continuing! Highly recommend!

Gerald is the best! I joined Anytime Fitness recently and was offered an introductory training…read moresession to familiarize myself with the new equipment - the gym was recently renovated and everything is top-notch. I described my current fitness regimen, and Gerald guided me through an appropriate yet challenging workout, tailored to my aims and guaranteed to usher me toward better overall fitness and strength. Thank you GERALD!