I have been attending early morning spin classes at Studio E since it opened. They are the…read moreearliest classes you can take in Moraga [5:30 am]. The classes are small and that makes the difference for me - no huge sweaty rooms, no getting lost in the back row. Eileen is a terrific motivator and a great instructor. The bikes are brand new [as is everything] and the bike computers really keep you honest during your ride. I have not tried the other classes yet. The personal training is very reasonable as well. I highly recommend Studio E for spinning!

I am lucky enough to have Studio E in my neighborhood and it has been a life saver for me over the…read morepast 6 years of so. I have had two patient, yet challenging personal trainers, Eileen and Tommy. Changed my life and my weight! I really enjoy spin classes with Eileen. My favorite spin teacher is Wendy. See, I'm not a gym person, I'm an older person (HA!) and a bit overweight (HA!), and Wendy provides encouragement and warmth as well as challenge. Her music is good too. I actually look forward to going to spin class! A miracle.

I was visiting the area and found this gem of a studio on Yelp. Bought the 2 week intro package and…read moreended up attending 3 classes, each with a different instructor and all were fantastic. The studio is gorgeous and cozy and has such a welcoming vibe. Highly recommend!!

I like this place. It's the got a good energy and it is a nice size, so classes can't be too big…read more Very convenient to 24 offramp in Orinda. Easy parking as well.

I've been going here for a couple years after a doctor recommended pilates for back pain. I would…read morenever have thought of myself as a pilates person, but it's been a wonderful experience. Studio is nice and very clean, classes are small, and Andrea is awesome. She gives lots of personal attention and thoughtful modifications as needed, and she makes suffering through a difficult workout actually fun!

This is the best Pilates exercise studio I have been to. The owner/instructor Andrea pays special…read moreattention to safety & special needs of her clients, catering to skill levels & abilities. She keeps the reformers & equipment clean & in excellent shape, plus the atmosphere is fun!!

Sam's class has amazing energy--I felt the burn in muscles I didn't even know I had, and it was fun!read more

Best studio around! Lots of variety in classes and very accommodating to your level of expertise…read moreand ability!

Three years ago this month I became a regular boot camper at Gumsaba. I was never athletic before,…read morebut the coaches and the other campers were hugely supportive and friendly. I gained strength, stamina, energy while losing pounds and Inches. While gumsaba focuses on adopting a healthy lifestyle and fitness regime, I can personally say I lost about 15 lbs and several sizes. But more importantly, I gained confidence, a great group of friends and a changed life. And I LOVE being outdoors and enjoying the scenery. Rainy days are the best! And no excuse not to work out - rain or shine! The coaches are awesome - always remember issues or past injuries and offer modifications. Michelle, the owner, is an expert and was born to do what she does. Brianna, another other coach, is the best!

From the owner: Gumsaba is a community of healthy, vital, energetic people who love the outdoors. The confines of a…read moregym are of no interest to us! Breathe the fresh air, meet fun people, see beautiful sunrises and enjoy tough drills that will give you a new lease on life.

I love yoga village. Val is an amazing instructor and she truly knows the body and how to get you…read moreinto the right position and get the deepest stretch. Her Buti class is high energy and a great workout. I always love her music choices for both Buti and Vinyasa class. The location is convenient and I can always find street parking. And they serve coffee and chai now with their little coffee cart outside! I highly recommend this yoga studio!

I felt very welcome from the moment I arrived. The space is clean and peaceful, creating a relaxing…read moreatmosphere. The instructor explained each posture clearly and took the time to help me improve my form throughout the class. I had a great experience and would definitely come back.

I love CorePower period. The sequences and the teachers across studios rarely disappoint. When you…read morefind one you love, it can be really awesome. Honestly the sequences are all relatively similar but it's something about the instructors alignment of their music to their sequence that resonates most with me when I practice. I generally do sculpt and so there's more beat to movement but I do love the C2s as well. I was a long time member until I moved out of the area. I would say that this studio gets a 4 star is because the time I attended the most, their heat was broken for a good 3 weeks and so classes were canceled. It made it difficult for a few weeks but also the studios are upstairs then the 2nd downstairs but you can't exit that way, you have to go up and back down to exit. I don't mind a few more steps added to my daily goal but it didn't make much sense. I did appreciate that it was handicap accesible though so maybe that's why.

I went in on a weeknight after reserving a Yoga Sculpt class via ClassPass and the woman at the…read morefront desk let me know that the class is conducted in near-100-degree heat, which wasn't advertised on their ClassPass class description. I think the woman was just used to folks who are pretty familiar with their setup, so she spoke at lightning speed and didn't really leave much room for questions. But once she asked if I had take a hot yoga class before, I was a little puzzled. I have, but I now have a medical condition that prevents me from feeling totally comfortable with taking that risk, so I specifically looked for yoga classes that weren't heated. (You wouldn't believe how hard that seems to be to find these days!) Once she let me know, I had to leave and unfortunately, I never got the credits back from ClassPass. The lack of cooler classes aside, the space was clean and sanitary. It seemed like it could be a nice place for a workout if they had something available that was up my alley.

The Vibe: The Current Before class,…read moreI wandered through the studio. Something interesting around every corner. While taking pictures, I bumped into another yogi. "This studio is beautiful," I said. She smiled. "The community is beautiful, too." She was right. Not all the light came from neon. The Guide: Anne * Hot Power Vinyasa Anne began by sharing something the yogis understood: Place your focus on the breath, and the mind can rest. She reminded us: This is a breathing practice; the breath, our anchor. Surya Namaskara A linked breath to movement. Then movement became a slow-moving dance. Pyramid led to Airplane. Airplane led to One-Legged Mountain. One-Legged Mountain led to Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose. And on and on we went. As we moved and held poses in the dark blue room, Anne kept bringing us back: Breathe. Create space with the breath. The Tribe: At the close, Anne thanked us for being there, for practicing together as part of this beautiful community. The words resonated. Later, in the locker room, women laughed and talked as they gathered their belongings. Some were doubling up and heading into another class. Others were talking about their weekend plans together. Class had ended. The connection hadn't. The Space & Place: TruFusion feels wonderfully playful: Bold pop-art murals. Neon lights along the hallways. Polished concrete floors carrying the glow from room to room. Open cubbies lining the walkways. And the yoga room: Large. Mirrored. Warm. Floating white globe lights. Bonus: Your first class is FREE. And for that first visit: * Mat provided * Mat towel provided * Face towel provided * Free parking in the garage next door (head to the 3rd floor) Field Note: Breath powered the practice; the people lit it up.

I love the classes at TruFusion! The Saturday 8:00 a.m. Hot Pilates class is usually packed, but…read moreit's worth it because the instructor is amazing. Sundays are busy too, but I can usually find a good spot. One thing I really appreciate is how clean the studio is. I always see the staff cleaning the floors, the room, and the equipment, which makes me feel comfortable working out there. I've always been more of a weights girl, but Hot Pilates has completely won me over. It's challenging, fun, and leaves me feeling so strong. I even drive quite a distance just to take these classes because they're that good. It's become one of my favorite parts of my fitness routine!

Love this place! The teachers and staff are all kind and supportive -- I work muscles I didn't even…read moreknow I have. Bonus: they have childcare that my kids love going to so we all have a good time while I get in a workout.

This review is long overdue. I cannot thank the barre925 studio and community enough for everything…read morethey've given me. I've practiced barre at this amazing studio for many years, but after a serious back surgery, it truly became my haven during recovery and beyond. The owner, teachers, and staff are all phenomenal. They are incredibly talented and create such a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where you can build strength in both body and mind. If you're new to barre, this is an incredibly wonderful place to begin your practice.

Great Community Gym as many of the posters have pointed out and the staff is always friendly when I…read morecome in during my lunch hour. Towels for working out and showering are always available and the water is always hot in the shower! I'd recommend to anyone!

In Forma is a great neighborhood gym. I love the variety of fitness classes and the equipment is…read morejust right. They also have a great group of personal trainers - who really know how to motivate and guide you through the process of getting and being fit. In Forma's staff and the members are also very friendly. It's a no-pressure, welcoming gym.