I discovered Reforming Foundations in search of a Physical Therapist. I was dream to the studio's…read moreoffering of both PT and Pilates. My experience working with Dr. Cecily has been nothing short of wonderful. I've learned so much (in a short time!) about proper body mechanics, in addition to core strengthening and posture improvement exercises. I'd been living (painfully) with a weak pelvic floor, and carrying stress in my lower back for such a long time. I am overwhelmed by how much better I feel as a result of Dr. Cecily's expertise and care. I am so grateful to her! The studio has an inviting feel and the RF team welcomes patrons with a smile. The environment is friendly and unpretentious, and especially during the pandemic, I feel that my health and wellness is a priority to the team!

AWFUL EXPERIENCE! This studio is NOT warm and welcoming as they claim to be. As a person of color,…read moreI was treated so poorly and my concerns were dismissed. I am not new to Pilates and the owner was relentless in trying to gaslight me into buying a package for private sessions, which I cannot afford. The owner doesn't know to conduct herself ethically, and they repeatedly over charged my credit card to the point where I had to report them to my credit card company as fraud and had to cancel the card they had on file for me. The owner is a raving lunatic and so abusive. She yells at and demeans her staff in front of clients. It's no wonder there's such a high turn over with instructors, and anyone good instructor ends up quitting. The owner is socially inappropriate, she talks down to and is condescending to clients, she over shares intimate details of her dysfunctional personal life with clients, she has zero personal and professional boundaries, and clearly has a problem with alcohol. She's beyond inappropriate with clients, and has a history of engaging in sexual relationships with married male clients and when caught, then cries that she's a victim of sexual assault. She is mentally unstable! She has instructors who just became certified running her teacher training, which is beyond inappropriate. With so many Pilates studios in Metro Detroit, do yourself a favor and avoid this awful place like the plague. You'll thank me later!

Updated Review: I've always been a loyal member to every…read morefitness studio I've joined, and I came in with the same expectations here. To be fair, I'm leaving two stars only because of Arsharel and Nichol -- they are truly amazing instructors who deserve to be teaching at an original Lagree studio, not in this environment. Unfortunately, the trust I once had in this studio was broken. After many of us paid upfront for a full year membership, the owner, Judy, suddenly shifted direction: hiring inexperienced, non-certified trainers, opening a new location, and purchasing copycat machines instead of authentic Lagree equipment. Yes, you read that right -- fake Lagree machines, which are not only unsafe but also disrespectful to long-time clients who believed in the original method and trusted her leadership. The studio also rebranded from "Lagree" to "Modern Pilates," which might be fine for newcomers, but as an original client, I signed up and invested in authentic Lagree training -- not this. There's nothing wrong with Pilates in general, but the issue is the bait-and-switch: we trusted we were paying for true Lagree, with certified trainers and proper equipment. As someone who has always supported and respected my studios, I had no choice but to cancel my membership. It's disappointing to see a place I once believed in lose its integrity. If you're interested in real Lagree, I encourage you to check Sebastian Lagree's page (@lagreefitness) for more details on the differences.

I am relatively new to Pilates and so I was looking for a studio that was willing to challenge me…read morebut also provide hands on feedback during class and this place proved to do just that! I love the small class sizes and the main fitness instructor and owner's, Judy, teaching style and encouragement. She picks exceptional music for an upbeat class and selects workouts that target muscle groups that I wanted to work out. Overall, love this place and will keep going back!

I found this studio during my 2 week run of trying a Class Pass trial. Parking is on the side of…read morethe building with handicapped parking available. The entrance is a small space and they had lockers available. I was welcomed by our instructor and she explained where everything was. Class included Merriweather Reformer/Tower combos. I loved the equipment! The beginner class that I took was a challenge and modifications were given. The elders were working it out on the equipment and I didn't feel uncomfortable that holding table for me was kinda of a broken leg table versus everyone else. It was a full body workout and the usage of multiple Pilates equipment was a pleasant experience. They do class packs versus monthly membership and it's really affordable. There is also physical therapy done in the building. One day I will try that as they incorporate Pilates in the treatment.

I attended a class at this center after a car accident (with concussion) to assess my physical…read morelimitations, and quickly started PT afterwards with Ron. He was able to address concerns with my neck and spine movements, and helped me gain basic movements back after realizing they were lacking. The process was supportive and therapeutic. The place is equipped with everything possible for healing and recovery through Pilates-based methods. Highly recommend Ron and the instructors here, especially if you are in recovery or heading back into movement after some time off. They are kind and caring, and make you feel comfortable despite any limitations.

Cyndi is an amazing trainer; she is quick to spot where corrections need to be made and optimize…read moreeveryone's workout. She is funny, engaging, and always brings a fresh workout schemata.

Pilates was that odd thing that women did in leotards until six months ago when the Studio owner,…read moreMolly Baran, got me to try it. It was a different type of workout and really focuses on the core muscles. Joseph Pilates was a boxer and the reformers (still an odd name for machines) were to rehab athletes. Marleen has been my instructor and the sessions challenge my flexibility and strength. Located in the lower promenade of the 555 Building, it's two doors North of a spinning facility...a one stop conditioning center. A very nice discovery."

I decided to give this place a try for three reasons: (1) I spend waaaay too much time sitting at a…read moredesk; (2) this place is only a couple of miles away from the aforementioned desk and (3) I got a Groupon. The Pilates class was fantastic. The place only has room for four people, so the classes are intimate and the instructor very attentive. The class was more challenging than it appeared. The instructor was very nice. I will definitely be back for more!

I don't normally write reviews but I felt obligated to because I love this place so much. I'm brand…read morenew to Pilates and Diana is so thorough and makes the class enjoyable, digestible, and comfortable. I left the first class loving Pilates The place is CLEAN and you can tell she loves what she does.

True Body is nestled at the famous corner of Michigan & Trumbull in Corktown, right next to…read moreMcShane's bar (formerly Hoot's). Blink and you'll miss it - the sign is small and in the window front. It's not a huge place, and most of their space extends the long way back through the building, leaving the actual storefront you see on the street rather narrow and small. When you walk inside, you see the super cool, urban loft style to the studio - one large room with gleaming hardwood floor, exposed brick wall, and Detroit artwork hung about. They offer group classes and personal training sessions only, so this is not your standard "drop in and work out on your own" gym. The schedule has regular spin, zumba, pilates, and yoga classes, and personal training sessions can be scheduled by appointment. Classes are reasonably priced, you must schedule and reserve ahead (no drop ins) because the place is small and they don't want to overbook. But, the scheduling system is online, very simple, and allows you to add in or cancel nearly right up until the class start time. Every class I've gone to was a hit - energetic and helpful instructors and good music! The clientele tends to be lots of young professionals who live nearby in Corktown, Midtown, downtown, etc. and everyone is very friendly. All levels of fitness welcome. I only wish True Body would add a few more varieties of classes to their schedule (kickboxing, please!!!) and maybe some more Saturday day times, so I could go more often. Check the website for a $5 class deal for first timers, and also their month unlimited packages.

This place has it all. A nice little boutique gym with tabatta, strength training, and cardio. I…read morewanted to find a spin class and this one popped right up. Located in a rather sparse looking part of town, there's ample street parking. They offer a TRUE AND FREE WEEK OF CLASSES. You know the drill with these gyms, they offer you a free week pass but you have to go in person, get the spiel from one of their sales reps, fill out tons of crap, and get hounded with ads and phone calls for the rest of your life until you join - not so here. Go online and sign up with their class scheduler, and if you've ever taken any class at one of these boutique gyms then you're already familiar with the Mind Body Connect platform. Add the "one week free" item to your cart and sign up for classes. DONE. I walked in that same day for a 90min spin class. No calls or questions when I stopped going. Some might prefer more attention, which I get, but I was thrilled with their hands off approach. Totally friendly, worth checking out. For you spinners out there, they have a series of classes that work towards riding a full century. I'm definitely going to check that out when it comes around again.

Barre is the best workout I have ever found for my body. I kick box, I yoga but I'm at heart a…read morebarre bitch. I love Laura's space it's clean, pleasant, classes kick your ass. Thanks Laura! So happy you survived the pandemic I was worried for a minute. See you in class!

I've been going to Detroit Barre for over a year now. They are an absolutely amazing group of…read morewomen. They inspire you to be better, work harder, and complete your personal goals. If barre isn't your thing... I was go just for the inspiration.

Love the workout at Club Pilates Royal Oak!! I have worked out here since they opened and the…read moreinstructors are very good and the people I work out with are great! The unlimited option is definitely the way to go....you can book weeks ahead so you can plan your workouts around your personal life . Try out a free visit to see for yourself!!

Disappointed to say that I'm officially leaving Club Pilates…read more I joined this club with specific weight loss and fitness goals, looking for an uplifting, professional, and safe environment to work out. Instead, my experience with a specific weekend instructor has been incredibly uncomfortable and unprofessional--ranging from her constantly complaining about being tired or sick, to making personal digs at me, and most recently, making a hostile face at me that forced me to walk out of class mid-session. Because of my job, weekends are the only times I can work out. Seeing this instructor's name on the schedule literally raises my blood pressure, and I haven't been able to use the membership I pay for. I want to give a shout-out to Lauren, the manager, who has been absolutely lovely, understanding, and validating every time we've spoken. But unfortunately, understanding isn't enough when little to no action is taken to actually correct the behavior. A gym/studio should be a safe space where you feel cared for and motivated. I'm currently requesting a refund for the last 3 months since I haven't been able to safely use my classes, and I'll be taking my fitness journey elsewhere. #CustomerService #FitnessJourney #Accountability #Pilates