What a lovely studio! I came here on a Thursday evening and booked through ClassPass. It was a…read morelittle bit hard to find at first because it is so small you have to go upstairs right above Benefit. Walking into this studio is almost like walking into someone's warm and cozy home, you definitely feel right at home. There are lockers and space to put your stuff. They even have keys on the lockers if you feel like using them. The class was very challenging but I felt supported the whole way through. Though the movements seem very simple when you are just observing, performing them is a whole different story. I was sore for several days after but in the most satisfying way. I definitely want to try to come back sometime soon!

In town visiting my in-laws for Christmas and I wanted to sneak in a workout before what promised…read moreto be several days of overindulgence. I found the class on ClassPass and as soon as I entered the studio Patty at the front desk made me feel very welcome. The studio is on the small side so while their website says walk-ins accepted, I definitely recommend registering ahead of time. My class had 10-12 people in it and that was about the limit. This really allowed the instructor to provide personalized feedback and make sure everyone had proper form. I've taken barre at a number of other studios (primarily Bar Method) and found class very similar. If you've never taken any type of barre class before, I recommend arriving the suggested 15 minutes early and making that known to the front desk and the instructor. It was clear that there were a lot of regulars and the instructor, Eve, was less detailed in her cues/movement descriptions than I'm used to. I would also suggest that she make a point to introduce herself at the beginning of class, welcome any new folks, and let them know that she's available to answer questions/if they need help. Overall though I thought she was a fantastic instructor. Very supportive, easy to follow, and nice about corrections. If I lived in the area this would be my regular barre spot for sure. Highly recommend!

I went to the one in Darien but it's the same owner. I wish I could give zero stars. The owner of…read morethis company Feliz refused me from the class because I am pregnant. I am in my third trimester and I've been working out the entire pregnancy. I have taken Pilates many times before. It was my first time in the studio. However, there is nothing on their website that refuses people for medical reasons. In fact, I feel discriminated against because of my pregnancy. Would you refuse someone for being mentally handicapped or someone with another physical disability? I'm pretty sure that is illegal. Very poor customer service. If you are a professional teacher, you should be comfortable teaching anybody. I've never been refused for my class before. Wasted my whole morning driving up to Darien.

I was thinking the "megaformer" was going to be similar to a pilates reformer. The moves are…read moresimilar but the work you do its a lot tougher. I barely break a sweat when I do pilates, this workout was intense and felt great. Noreen was very helpful for my first class. I definitely felt sore the next few days but cannot wait to go back. **They have been open in Darien for a while but the first time I tried was in their new Westport studio.

Did a classic elliptica class, which I found on class pass and it was amazing!…read more Staff were really friendly and welcoming. You can tell the owner/operator really cares about the experience!

From the owner: take the energy and community of a spinning class and replace the bikes with ellipticals, and there…read moreyou have the idea for elliptica. Low impact, high cardio, our 45 30 or 20 minute classes will give you with a fun, efficient and exhilarating workout. In addition to group elliptical classes we also have the Herman Walker Body Design System, Barre, PUMP, Cycling & Bootcamps daily.

I have been going to Sharon's classes at the Pilates Bar for about four years now to work on my…read morecore and it has made a huge difference in my ability to avoid injuries and just feel better overall! When I go to other Pilates classes in other towns, or when I travel, nothing compares to the professionalism, variety, and skill level of Sharon's classes as well as Rebecca's classes! I believe all the teachers are amazing !

Sharon and crew are the best! I've been coming near weekly since 2021 when I was on the mend from…read morea knee injury and their classes have really changed my life. I started out attending private classes with Sharon mid-pandemic and eventually progressed to group classes. Now my weekly favorites are tower class with Sharon and barre class with Andrea. You really get the feeling that teaching is their calling and they love what they do. They have a way of making "hard work" fun and really can read - and if necessary - adjust your posture or poses to maximize the impact on a muscle group. It's almost like Sharon has a sixth sense for those things! Any time I go to a class it boosts my energy and spirits -- and any time I miss a class, I feel like there's been a loss to my general well being. I can feel my body changing and strengthening for the better each week and I'm truly glad that I made the choice to join the Pilates-Barre studio!

If you want the most seamless, stress free gym and fitness experience and it is in your budget, I…read morehigh recommend Equinox Southport. I can't find a single bad thing to say about it. It is extremely clean, not too crowded, friendly and helpful staff, engaging class instructors... I could go on and on. The maintenance staff does an amazing job.

great, friendly, helpful staff. Great gym, lots of light, well maintained. big entrance with a…read moregreat big table to work at.

Love, love, love Bar Method Fairfield. Prior to taking classes here, my only other experience was…read morewith the Physique 57 videos. They're great, but I was really concerned about my technique and doing the exercises correctly. I was thrilled to hear that BM had opened in Fairfield. The studio is bright, lovely, and clean. Staff are positive and always remember clients' names. (I'm terrible with names, so this is really impressive.) All of the instructors are excellent too! They're very knowledgeable and focused on their students having correct technique. If you're thinking about trying a barre workout, definitely check out Bar Method. It is VERY challenging and you'll feel AMAZING afterwards. The only drawback (for me) is that the studio is about 30 minutes away from where I live. However, the workout is so awesome that it's worth the drive.

First, the disclaimer. This is not a review of the studio as it is not open yet. However, Bar…read moreMethod Fairfield offered preview/community classes this summer and I took about 8 of them. I've been active my whole life, although less so for the last 4 years. Bar Method is an entirely different approach to exercise than anything I've done before. The focus on Bar Method is on small (tiny, even) isometric movements. By the way, "isometric" means "same length" and an isometric movement is one that engages your muscle without contracting it. For more information, the Bar Method founders blog is a great source: http://blog.barmethod.com. It was developed by a dancer and with the help of a physical therapist. I actually recognize a lot of the movements from when I did physical therapy for my back almost 15 years ago. Bar Method is completely different than any other workout I have ever done. It took me about 3 classes to adjust to the new positions and the flow of class, and for the first two classes I questioned whether I was getting a good workout. However, the day after class as soon as I got out of bed I could very clearly tell that I had. I wasn't really sore the way I am after lifting weights or running or anything else. Instead, I was a little bit achey everywhere we had worked. I could FEEL that my muscles had been worked. Over the last 5 weeks, I've noticed some changes that I really attribute to Bar Method. My arms are more defined, the shape of my legs is changing. I'm also sleeping better than I have in a long time. If you, like me, walk out of your first and second classes thinking "Eh, I'm not sure" I'd really encourage you to go back a few more times just to make sure you're not missing out on something that you really will click with if you give it more time. Through classes this summer, I had the chance to meet some of the Bar Method teachers. Bridget is the owner and has been teaching for a while. She clearly knows what she's doing in class, and has authority in her voice that makes you not want to quit even when whatever she has you doing is really tough. Stephanie is one of the other teachers and she is very encouraging. There's at least one more teacher who is still in training

This is my favorite yoga studio hands down. The moment you step into this beautifully, decorated…read morestudio you will feel a sense of relief. The owner, Edel, has made an oasis of serenity in her studio. From the beautiful wallpaper to the lighting, she has created a peaceful environment. The classes are all amazing. Edel chooses her instructors carefully. The instructors are always quick to give modifications and all allow you to have your own yoga journey. I never feel less than if I am not able to do a pose. I am simply reminded, by the instructors, to breath and to take the pose that works best for my body. At the end of every class, I walk away feeling lighter and calmer. The barre classes are also amazing. The instructors make the classes fun and the are all super motivating. All of the playlists will have you singing along and forget you are working your muscles. Once again, for a girl like me, they make sure to give modifications. The warmth and love you will feel in this studio, will make you feel like you are on a Caribbean Island on a blue sky, sunny day. See you soon on the mat.

I am someone who has never practiced yoga, barre, or pilates before setting foot in Jarosa and I…read morehave never felt SO COMFORTABLE trying out something new in my life. The teachers are absolutely amazing and were ready to meet me where I was at. I love the variety of classes that Jarosa offers. I can always find something that I'm in the mood for whether it's a strengthening work-out, a relaxing session of stretch and serenity, or a challenging yoga class that pushes me to explore what I'm capable of. The community that the studio facilitates is so welcoming and truly is what makes Jarosa so special. I highly recommend to all. (Not to mention, there's great student discounts which was perfect for me as a college student).