Bill Clinton was our president…read more Everyone (and their mother) went to see Titanic. Eddie Murphy decided to pick up the wrong hitchhiker. And for some odd reason I decided to buy/try a VHS cassette of "Power Yoga" and was immediately hooked. Fast forward 15 years and I finally tried yoga in a studio setting - "Movement Journeys" (the first/original studio at this very location) which lasted for a few years. Fast forward another 13(ish) years (time sure flies by, huh?) and I was in need of a (new) studio to continue my practice so I signed up for a weekday "mixed yoga" class here at '108'. From the reception area to the studio itself... everything was so much nicer and warmer and inviting than from what I recall from the prior studio. The workers/instructors could not have been any sweeter or welcoming. And the class? After so much mileage on the mat I was pretty confident I'd be able to handle the hour but before you knew it the instructor had us attempting 'Bird of Paradise' pose and I was smitten. (To say it's a challenging pose would be an understatement.) A clean studio. Awesome staff. A class that's demanding and rewarding. (Not to mention class starts and ends on time - which was never the case at the last studio I used to go to a few towns over.) What more could you ask for? Consider me a fan. "Yoga is the perfect opportunity to be curious about who you are" ― Jason Crandell

The Perfect Studio for Beginners -- and Beyond!…read more As someone completely new to yoga, I was a little nervous walking into my first class -- but this studio put me at ease right away. From the moment I arrived, the staff and instructors were incredibly welcoming and kind. There's a peaceful, inviting energy to the space that immediately makes you feel comfortable, even if you have no idea what you're doing (like I didn't at first!). The instructors are amazing at explaining everything clearly and offering modifications without making you feel singled out. They strike the perfect balance between encouraging and supportive, and I never once felt out of place. I've already noticed an improvement in my flexibility, stress levels, and overall mindset -- something I never expected so quickly as a beginner. The classes are thoughtfully paced, and there's a wide variety to explore as I build confidence in my practice. What's even more special is the sense of community here -- people are friendly, down-to-earth, and genuinely encouraging. If you're new to yoga and unsure where to start, I can't recommend this studio enough. It's been such a positive and empowering experience, and I'm truly grateful to have found it!

My wife and I have been clients of Cathy for years now, and she is undoubtedly the cornerstone of…read moreour fitness regimens. I was once a yoga/pilates skeptic, but have unparalleled results working with her (much better than physical therapy, etc.). She has a perfect, patient demeanor and makes every accommodation and adjustment to pace routines that suit and benefit your specific needs (my wife and I have very different routines). I trust and rely on her proficiency at every turn and can't stand to miss a session! She has helped me immensely, and is an absolute pleasure to work with.

Cathy is a very talented teacher. Kind, present, helpful. Her sequences are challenging and always…read morefresh. She's very creative with exercises and sequences. Also, she's very knowledgeable about human anatomy, so whatever issues you may have, she'll be able to help you, like she's helped me so much over the years. I highly recommend her.

Thoroughly enjoyed Becky's yin yang yoga class. What I forgot about Becky's instruction is that her…read morelove of yoga is infectious when she teaches which makes it an outstanding experience. Will definitely take more of Becky's classes.

Jody is a phenomenal yoga instructor and human being. I'm glad to see her continue to spread her…read morevision and impact by opening this studio.

When management is run this well you have a great studio. Been a member over 13 years, Many great…read moreinstructors and always clean.

I've been coming here on and off for about two years. I started with a Groupon (unlimited classes…read morefor a month), and I buy their class passes every now and then if they're on sale. Otherwise, it's too expensive for me to continue regularly. Tommy is the best yoga instructor at this location. He demonstrates the poses in his Blaze class and does a great job helping you through your practice whether you're a beginning or intermediate yogi. He's polite as well - if something is wrong with your form, he'll ask you if it's alright to touch you where you need adjustments. I know some instructors just adjust you without asking and it makes people very uncomfortable. If I were to base my review on just his class, I'd give this location a 5 out of 5. He does a Flow class too, but I've never tried it. Sue Z. is great. She has a very sweet voice that definitely helps to relax you during your practice, but she doesn't demonstrate many of the poses so if you're new, you'll have to look at other yogis around you to know what's going on. Try her Blaze and Flow classes! Kelly's Flow class pretty good too. No one else has really stuck out to me, and I've gone to 3 or 4 other instructors' classes. The main reason why I'm only giving this location 3 stars is because the management is AWFUL. They almost NEVER answer the phone because no one seems to be around unless there's a class, and when there's a class, no one picks up because the yoga instructor is instructing and whoever should be at the front desk is participating in the yoga class. I know there are other gyms and yoga studios that are closed during certain hours, but management should at least change their phone system so that business-related calls can be redirected to the manager's phone or something so there isn't only a 5-minute window that someone could MAYBE answer. I bought two 10-class passes on Memorial Day 2015 - one as a gift for my boyfriend and one for myself. Because I bought them both, they were both under my account. I wanted them to transfer one pass to my boyfriend's account, so when I went to the studio, I asked if they could transfer it but the woman who assisted didn't have the authorization to transfer passes (only the manager could do that). I tried to come in when the manager was in, and she said she'd do it for me but never got around to it. It's February of 2016 and they're STILL not transferred, so my boyfriend has to call in every time he wants to book a spot in a class because he can't do it online through his account since there's no classes available under his name. And of course, if he calls, no one picks up. They either need to change their phone system to redirect calls to a manager's cell phone or have someone there even when there isn't a class going on. Once my passes are up, I'm going to see if Tommy instructs at another yoga studio and try to join that instead if it's a reasonable distance from me.

The facility is in a convenient location, clean and comfortable atmosphere. Everyone seems to be…read morecomplaining about not being able to schedule a class or having to be on the waitlist but as a member who has been going for almost a month now I haven't had any issues. I have been on the waitlist for three different classes already and each time I have been taken off the waitlist and put into the class. People are constantly rescheduling, so openings always come up as the day goes by. Their app makes it super easy to book and reschedule.

The studio is very clean and modern. It takes a little while to figure out which teachers best fit…read moreyour style and level, but I really liked some of them. Some teachers would often start class over 5 min late, which was really frustrating when you're trying to fit a class in during the workday. I enjoyed this studio overall, but had to cancel because, as others have noted, it's so hard to get into a class. My opinion is that they sell too many unlimited memberships. I would frequently hear of other classmates being in their 2nd class of the day - meanwhile many people couldn't even get into one class. All that being said, I would've given a better rating but they cancelled my membership a day early so I wasn't able to use my final class. I reached out for resolution and didn't hear back so I get the impression they're not interested in having me as a member again in the future.

Signature is the best weightlifting gym I've ever been too…read more Lots of quality machines for both upper and lower body... Signature can easily handle busy hours without one having to wait for a bench of cable machine. Dumbbells go up to 200lbs ... Definitely LFG vibes! Everyone, staff and lifters, seemed friendly. Place has additional perks such as a kids sitting, a posing room and recovery services. It is also 24 hours so Signature covers a spectrum of fitness/wellness needs and schedules. I would move to/near Belleville just to make this my home gym... jk but not really.

I liked this place at first, but my recent experience this year hasnt been great. You can tell how…read moregood a place is by how simple it is to cancel your gym membership and boy is it very difficult to do. Just beware, i tried calling management 5 times to cancel my membership but they kept giving me the runaround (supervisor is busy and will call me back). When i finally did get ahold of someone to help me cancel you have to pay 2 months in advance and provide written notice, if you dont do this and stop payment they will send you into collections within less than 6 months. Pros: they have a womans only section which is nice, bathrooms are clean, great classes offered Cons: membership is expensive (over $60 per month for basic membership), difficult to cancel which they dont warn you about in the beginning, parking is soo terrible people just create spots which makes it difficult to maneuver out of the parking lots, no separate membership if you only want to sign up for classes and staff arent noticeably very friendly with the exception of the custodians who were nice

Lynda is amazing! Before working with her I signed up for a contemporary reformer pilates class,…read moreand it led to a recurrence of tailbone pain from an injury caused by the birth of my first child 12 years ago. It got worse as time went on and I kept going to classes. Then I decided I needed some 1 on 1 guidance and signed up for a chat with Lynda. Her cues made so much more sense than the teacher cues being used in my class, and by following them I am PAIN FREE and seeing better results from my time spent in classes. 10/10 would recommend Lynda to anyone who wants some guidance on proper pilates form!

My body is so grateful I discovered Lynda Lippin! I've been…read moredoing live online mat classes with her for the past year, and am continually amazed at how well she sees through the screen, and how the slightest adjustment takes me to a whole other level of strength and litheness. Even though she's in New York and I'm in Seattle, and we've never met IRL, it feels like she knows my body as well as I do, if not better. She really is a master teacher. Oh, and did I mention? -- she's fun to work with too!

Why did I just discover this place?!…read more What a treasure to find a place like Shape Fitness For Women--and right in my neighborhood! It is my safe space where I can focus on staying in shape and feeling my best as I get older. Paola and Ray are amazing. They listen to my goals and health concerns, and they create an evolving exercise program that continually challenges me while still meeting me where I am. And an added perk is the lounge where I can arrive a little early, relax, watch some TV, grab a protein bar, leave the hectic day behind, and get my mind and body ready for an intense workout. Thanks again, Paola and Ray, for creating such a welcoming and supportive place!

Paola at Shape is hands down the best personal trainer I've ever worked with! She is so…read moreconsiderate, accommodating, and great at tailoring workouts to your level--pushing you just enough to build strength without overdoing it. I highly recommend this amazing small business to anyone looking to improve their health and get stronger!

Racked, a female co-founded startup, offers a great way to get a rejuvenating stretch!…read more I was at the mile high run club and one of the founders, Dawn, struck up a conversation with me. She is a lovely person with an inspiring story. I'm glad I got a chance to try a session with Racked, which has a location on the lower level of the mile high run club. My Racker (practitioner who stretches you) was really kind and knowledgeable about the Racked methodology. It was a gentle, but deep, stretch that left me feeling refreshed rather than ripped apart. I'd definitely return!

I was really looking forward to this, but it left my right scapula totally tweaked for a week. The…read more"therapist" bashed me around even though I told her to take it easy on my upper back closer to my neck. And I work out regularly (Pilates & boxing). Also, it's in some running club space and the table is right in the middle of where people cool down, as opposed to private. I would not go back again.