One of my favorite places! I always leave class feeling better than when I got there. If you're…read moreintimidated by pilates, don't be! Balance Point is super accessible, the classes are small (so you get individual attention and to keep it safe), and everyone is so supportive. You will discover muscles you didn't know you had and get to meditate on how to "knit your ribs together." It's a fun time!

I absolutely love this studio. The space is clean, the instructors are friendly and knowledgeable,…read moreand the workouts amazing. I had never done Pilates before and was not in the best shape, but I never felt intimidated or out of place. I took small group equipment classes 2x a week for 6 months. They rotate through the different pieces of equipment so no class is ever the same and because of the small class size the instructors are able to give corrections and help you do your best. If I still lived in Davis I would still come here.

Exercise torture, but in the best way! Even on the days where the last thing I want to do is…read moreexercise I always end up having a good time. My favorite class is power pilates and the individual training is an amazing investment. The only thing missing is a leg press.

Cannot imagine working out anywhere else! I try to do 4-5 spin classes a week and love going to FIT…read moreHouse. The classes are excellent and the staff couldn't be more friendly and welcoming. So happy I found this place!

Laura is absolutely fantastic! She is thoughtful, extremely knowledgeable, kind, and always makes…read moresure that you are comfortable. She provides an amazing full body workout and helps you work with your body at your own pace. She first teaches you the basic fundamental exercises and how to use of the equipment but Laura's classic pilates instruction quickly develops a real awareness for your own body. You will learn to work with ALL the parts of your body (including the brain!) and even the transitions between exercises are important to keep the work one seamless continuous flow. And yes, you will sweat! It's quite obvious that Laura absolutely loves pilates and the great respect that she has for the classic pilates really shows. Also, the studio is clean, airy and has lots of natural light, and conveniently located in downtown Davis. 100% recommended!

Yesterday I had my first ever Pilates lesson and today I'm thinking what kind of timeline I need to…read moreput in place to become a Pilates instructor. This place is legit! I had a lesson with owner Laura Cotler, and it was one of the most eye-opening workouts. She spent a lot of time going over the fundamentals of breath work, alignment, and getting me comfortable with the equipment. It was a great mix of feeling like I could actually do some cool stuff already (shoulder bridges, anyone?) and realizing I was like jello in muscles I didn't even know I had. I really like Laura's teaching style, in fact she reminded me of my former ballet instructor. She was very confident and has an eye for detail that seemed intuitive. I can be kind of a sensitive flower when it comes to one-on-one training and she kept it relaxed and focused without pressure. She seems like a real person and not a crazed workout Barbie. She also addressed every one of my concerns I had that other yoga instructors, even physical therapists had blown off, like ankle pronation and hyperextension in my knees. I also love the free long sleeved stretchy black logo T-shirt I got with my first lesson! I wore it around town the rest of the day and felt super svelte. Some other cool things: 1. The studio is open and light with cork floors and feels and looks very clean. 2. Bathroom is clean and well-stocked. 3. Free 3 hour parking in the garage directly behind the studio. 4. Unlike yoga where everyone has to be silent squirrel, Pilates studios often have a couple private lessons and classes running at once without creating distraction. I don't like to do my workouts in silence. Makes me nervous. Unlike the gym though, everyone seems very focused on their own work. No "how you doin'?" 5. I bought a package deal for private lessons which saved me some dough. 6. Online booking for classes and private lessons. I scheduled another private lesson with Laura for next week and I'll be counting the days!

My experience here was brief but it left a bad taste in my mouth…read more I had some surgery and needed a supportive environment to help me get back in shape. I had heard Kaia was a great place for women of all she's and fitness levels. It was close to my house. Perfect! I stopped by at a time when there were no classes going on. There was one instructor there and she barely made eye contact with me when I entered. It was clear throughout our exchange that she was really not interested in answering my questions. She kept referring me to the website. It was almost as though I had annoyed her by coming in and checking it out. To be perfectly honest, I was pretty disappointed. It was pretty clear that if this was going to be my instructor, I would not get the encouragement I would need. Sadly, I decided I wasn't going to come back.

I cannot say enough about Kaia Fit Davis. It has been under new ownership since the beginning of…read morethe year and it became the best place to exercise in Davis. In the past two years I tried almost every gym in Davis (I went as far as Natomas) but I stopped looking for anything else after my first day at Kaia. They have all kinds of classes, and instructors help you modify each exercise as needed. Nobody cares how you look, what you are wearing and your fitness level. This is a group of women of all ages who come to challenge themselves (whatever level of fitness they are at) and want to enjoy their hour of exercise. Everyone was very engaging from day one at Kaia. This is so refreshing! I made real friends. This is an amazing place, with wonderful instructors and owners.

Not really worth the cost when you can just put your baby in a stroller and go for a jog with a…read morefriend. The atmosphere and sense of community has changed since ownership changed. It's no longer run by a local.

What can I say? Fit4Mom is amazing! Such a truly special community. The instructors and other moms…read moreare so kind. I started taking classes to meet other moms, and I ended up finding a village. It's hard to get motivation to work out some days, but somehow Fit4Mom makes it easier to get out there and come as you are. I love being able to bring my kids with me to Stroller Strides. It gives our days more structure and my kids love being there and snacking in the stroller. With the pandemic they've put a lot of effort into making sure that there are virtual classes and activities available.

My daughter has been dancing at Pamela's for over 10 years now. From the time she was 5 she's…read morelearned so much, developed amazing dance skills and loved the environment of this studio. We so appreciate the focus on dance as an art form rather than a competitive sport. The technical expertise of the instructors has been impressive. We love their focus on building thoughtful, resilient and accomplished dancers.

An instructor told my 5-year-old daughter that she couldn't use the restroom because it was "ballet…read moretime." The same instructor said to me that she would not succeed in other places or sports because she couldn't stay in a spot when required. She started having tremendous anxiety when it was the day to go to the studio. I knew she was not welcomed there. She was enrolled for an entire season but wanted to attend only two sessions. We did not receive any tentative communication from the studio to check up on her. We switched to another dance school in town, and my daughter is doing great. I do not recommend Trokanski's for small children.

My experience with Applegate Dance Studio has been amazing, I recommend this studio to anyone…read morelooking for an adult dance program. Sign up for classes is easy, response time is almost immediate and very helpful. Instruction is excellent, love the instructors. Many levels of experience within each class are accommodated. A great feeling of community and positivity. Prices are also appreciated. This place is awesome.

I moved not too long ago from the Peninsula to Davis, had been looking for an adult ballet class…read morefor over 35 years and found a great one here with Applegate Dance Studio. My teacher, Rebecca, is thoughtful, encouraging and so professional. Students of all levels, ages and abilities feel welcome. For the joy of ballet, I highly recommend Applegate Dance Studio in west Davis.

Tal is beyond phenomenal, and everything I was looking for (and more) in a prenatal personal…read moretrainer. I would 1000% recommend doing one-on-one training sessions--it's the best money I've ever spent on myself. Thanks to our workouts, I had an incredibly easy delivery and post-partum recovery. Tal radiates positive energy! She kept me smiling, fit, motivated, and--most importantly--SAFE throughout my pregnancy. Her workouts were not only fun but also incorporate many moves that can actually be used during labor. She was always in-tune to my needs and would adapt her routines--even mid-workout--to make sure I was safe and pain-free. I also loved that she emphasized important foundations (e.g. proper breathing technique, connecting breath to core and pelvic floor, safe ways to get in/out of bed, ways to avoid diastasis recti, etc). I continue to use those skills daily. Not only is Tal a mama herself, she has years of experience as a specialized prenatal/post-partum personal trainer. She even stays up-to-date with ACOG recommendations and takes refresher maternal health courses. As a physician, I was impressed with the depth of her knowledge. If you train with her, you get access to her Strong Mama Fitness online for free--another incredible resource. Although she is no longer local in the Bay Area, she is available for 1-on-1 virtual training via Zoom. Our virtual sessions were super convenient, all without sacrificing quality. I can't recommend Tal enough!

I was looking for prenatal exercises during my first trimester and was glad to have found Tal's…read moreexercise program at Strong Mama Fitness. There are various exercises every week that cater to different levels of fitness or how one feels for the day. This is very helpful as I don't have to worry about whether a particular exercise is safe for a certain stage of pregnancy. Tal has been very helpful and knowledgeable, and is available to answer any questions. Love having the convenience of this personal trainer like program from the comforts of home. Highly recommend Strong Mama Fitness!