I was able to take two introduction courses and found them to be both challenging and fun! The…read moreenvironment is supportive and welcoming, with mostly female classes. There's definitely a slight bit of a learning curve learning the moves, that might require you to take a few classes before you feel have it figured out. Is it just me being old or is it just a tad too loud in this studio? I fear I'm probably just too old. The class itself are dance/ Pilates inspired and are low intensity but with more reps.

I had always belonged to a large gym. After the pandemic, I joined Pure Barre in Park Slope and…read morehave never looked back. Classes are in a small setting where the instructors are friendly, high energy, knowledgeable, and still able to give you individual correction on positioning and technique. As an older member, I see that my body is leaner, my core is stronger, and most importantly my balanced is better. Melissa C

What a great place to keep you motivated in our daily quest for a healthy living ... love Align…read moreBrooklyn ... Great classes and wonderful teachers keep it up !!

Absolutely love this place! I've been attending classes here almost everyday since late August and…read moreit's been such a good experience. Everyone who works here is so kind and welcoming. Working out has always intimidated me and I was really nervous before my first class but every instructor I've interacted with has been incredibly patient and understanding. Every instructor makes an effort to ask the class if anyone has injuries, no one is bullied into doing more than they can handle, and modifications are always welcome! While the instructors are very understanding and don't try to pressure students to go over their limits, they're still extremely encouraging and do want you to try challenge yourself. I will say that Dr. Brown's Align 1:10 is one of Align's most challenging class. It's very fast-paced (the most fast-paced class I've taken at Align) and I think Dr. Brown's class can be intimidating for some who have never taken the class before but the intention is to keep your heart rate elevated so he means well! Since the fast-paced element of this class is very intentional, you'll have to switch through each exercise very quickly, which is challenging at first (I struggled through my first class). But if you keep attending his classes, it'll become second nature. The style of the class is like a bootcamp class so he will definitely push you to give it your all but if you absolutely can't do something, modifications are fine. I always modify at least 1-2 things in his class and it's never an issue, as long as you feel like it's still challenging and that your heart rate stays up. The Align 1:10 Xpress class is shorter and a bit slower, at least I think so. Both classes are great if you're up to it and trust me, you'll feel so accomplished when you get through it but it's definitely not a yoga class! The other thing that Align has really helped with is my flexibility and range of motion. I originally started coming to Align because I wanted to start weightlifting but I'm so inflexible and tight that I couldn't even squat with proper form. All the classes I've taken at Align have really helped with this issue so if you're experiencing something similar, this is the place for you! Honestly, every class I've take at Align has been so great. If you have injuries that limit your physical movement, if you just get intimidated by working out like myself or even if you're an experienced athlete, I would highly recommend coming to Align! They have a student trial period, which is great because you can take as many classes as you want for a week for only $20 I think.

Teacher Trainer Review I completed my teacher training in…read moreMay of 2013 and I am so grateful that I did it with Ellie Herman Studios. Ellie's training standards are so high that I have been offered jobs at 3 different New York Studios. When I told them that I was certified with Ellie they were impressed but when I did my teaching demo/audition they were SUPER impressed with my teaching style as well as the exercise and anatomical knowledge. It's an intense 500 hour course and the hours are broken up into observation, self practice, student teaching and apprentice teaching. However, I ended up doing a whole lot more than that as I didn't come from a dancing or teacher background and found the learning curve pretty steep at the beginning. But what you put into it, you get back ten fold as my body has never been stronger, I have never been fitter or more healthy. I carry Pilates over into all my other daily activities and other pastimes like kayaking and skiing. I am constantly aware of my body. We were encouraged to start teaching classes as soon as the lecture modules were completed and although nerve wrecking, was simply the best thing that I could have done. By the time of the certification written paper and practical test (took me 18 months) I was totally confident in teaching privates and classes. The program covers Ellie's complex repertoire in both mat and equipment for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. The anatomy training is extensive with a particular emphasis on postural assessment and working with special populations as when you start to teach, you'll soon see that all clients need individual care and attention (not a one size fits all approach at all) The other teachers at the studio are all lovely - how refreshing to find mentors that are down to earth, approachable and helpful! Throughout the training, Ellie constantly reiterates all the important, invaluable information so that it becomes ingrained in your brain. Ellie's teaching is invigorating, passionate and simply the best out there!

Simona and team are amazing. Simona is an excellent teacher, giving lots of personal attention and…read moresupport, guiding through engaging exercises. Aimee is a truly gifted one-on-one instructor, sensing exactly what your body needs. I can't believe I didn't start Pilates sooner! Plus the Union Street studio is so pleasant and airy.

I am currently on my third Pulsd deal for the Bar Method and let's just say I am OBSESSED. I have…read morealways been reluctant to shell out $20-30 for a fitness class or $200/month for a membership. Instead I just dabbled with classes and mostly worked out at home. After a month of unlimited barre classes with their Noho location, I loved how sculpted and toned my body had become. I noticed that my butt had become visibly more sculpted and lifted and overall, I felt more flexible and stronger. After my first month at Noho, I couldn't repurchase their unlimited classes Pulsd so I bought the 10 for $89 voucher for this location. This location seems a lot smaller but the facilities are still extremely clean and stylish. Their class times are far more limited but I make it work. At this point, I've taken a class with several of the instructors and noticed that they each have different teaching routines that they rotate. I love that the different routines keep me challenged and excited to go back. My favorite instructors are definitely Linnea and Alison. Like all the others, they do hand ons on adjustments and will give individual tips during the class. Their routines are challenging but still do-able for me. By the end of class, your core and glutes will be rock hard from "gripping your seat" and back dancing. Classes incorporate a well balanced blend of arm work, pushups, thigh and seat work at the bar, and core work on the mat. I leave every session feeling better than I felt before. The post workout recovery session allows me to stretch out my tight muscles and relax. The only con to the Bar Method is their strict lateness policy. Due to the unpredictable train mishaps in NYC, I have been over ten minutes late multiple times and had to forfeit my class, IN ADDITION to being charged a late cancellation fee of $15. I feel that is a bit harsh since I already lost a class. Still, I would recommend the Bar Method to people at all levels of the fitness spectrum. It is easy to follow and all exercises are modifiable. Instructors are great at providing feedback so you do the moves effectively and classes are affordable when purchased through Pulsd.

It's a good workout, but it gets pretty crowded. I felt like I was overheating in there. The…read moreinstructor did a good job with giving specific instructions.

Came here for an event and was immediately greeted by someone at the front desk. Was immediately…read moreshown around the studio, which was very clean and nice that Instructor was very thorough and helpful specially with given adjustments at the class is given a cold eucalyptus towel, which helped you refresh from such a hot and intense class will definitely recommend the studio again.

An update: The only reason for the 4 stars is due to the over crowdedness…read more I love Hot 8 Yoga it's been such a great experience since I joined. The classes are consistently amazing and "Most" instructors are top-notch. My only gripe is when classes get packed beyond reason. For example, a few Saturdays ago I took a Power class that had well over 40 people. I'm not sure if it was the instructor's popularity, but I've never seen a Saturday class that crowded. Overall, the instructor was good, but not sure why the class would be that packed. It's hard to move or even fully stretch when you're practically mat-to-mat. A simple solution might be to offer two Power classes back-to-back on weekends to help ease the crowding. When you see that one class has that many students, over 40, it would make more sense to split it or add a back-to-back session. It's just not ideal to be so tightly packed when you need space to move and stretch. Early mornings are definitely the best if you want to avoid the overcrowding. Other than that, I absolutely love this studio and recommend it to anyone looking for a solid yoga practice.

I signed up through ClassPass to do a Pure Barre Express - 30 minutes class which was more focused…read moreon Core. This was very beginner friendly, the instructor, Summer, was very personable and offered modifications to the exercise if needed. There are multiple stretches during the class which helped to slow down and catch your breath. I really enjoyed it, was definitely sore the next day but worth it. I also followed up and did a foundational class with Rosy, which was amazing to fully understand the various moves that are used in the classic classes. The instructors are all so friendly and remember your name. I appreciate the correction of my form while doing the workout, really helps motivate me during the classes. Rachel Eve, the manager, has been great as well - I don't think I would have continued to sign up if they didn't follow through but also to ask how my classes went! Love the instructors and environment - a lot better than some of the other studios that I have tried!

I came for a 4th anniversary complimentary class and loved it! The space was nice and clean. They…read morehave showers available along with towels and shower products. The only thing I noticed they didn't provide that other exercise studios usually do are hair ties and pads/tampons. They even have child watch. There is a space in the back with toys where someone can watch your child while you take a class. It is $15 and nice to have. The child area was a bit small and they said 5 children max. They take as young as 2 months. The instructor was fabulous. She really paid attention to form and was quick to correct you (but in a nice way) if you were doing it incorrectly. Every time she corrected me I felt the exercise get harder so I knew I was definitely doing it wrong before. On the weekends the classes get packed so it can feel a bit crowded in the room.

I've done thousands of classes- barre, pilates, hiit, spin- this was one of the hardest and best…read moreclasses I've ever done. Fusion with Narissa was TOUGH but she was patient and helpful and really made sure to teach the right form. Sometimes I'm nervous trying new classes bc they might not be worth it- but this one was not the case. Take fusion w Narissa and be prepared to sweat!

Went here for a "fusion" class I found on ClassPass which combines Pilates and cardio. When I tell…read moreyou the instructor Narissa tried to kill me! Haha jokes but seriously it was such a good workout and super intense. I feel like she worked every muscle in my body and I was drenched in sweat at the end. She's high energy & the small class size allows her to adjust everyone as needed. The facility itself is super clean and modern. They have changing rooms, lockers, and a small area you can sit before class. The front desk staff were also super friendly and I felt very welcomed there. Parking in that area after 6pm is pretty easy since everyone basically clears out after work. There's metered spots in front and around the block until 7pm then it's free. Definitely recommend!

Jennifer's therapy style combines traditional talk therapy with meditation, art and movement. In…read morethe past I have had difficulty with very rigid styles of therapy and I enjoyed how free and open Jennifer's style was. I felt safe and comfortable to explore emotions and to feel more safe in my body. Her style is really about the marriage between body and mind and that has been very helpful for me in managing strong emotions, anxiety, etc.

Loved. Loved. Loved. This was one of the most beautiful art, and movement experiences I have had in…read moremy entire life. Jenny is incredibly talented at what she does, she made me and my friends feel alive, beautiful, vulnerable and connected. Having an opportunity to be in our bodies, feel our own movement, express our visions, and dance like no one is watching is one of the most healing things life can give you. Jenny gave me and my friends a experience that I know we will will all hold on to for a lifetime. I am so thankful that an experience like Balanced Life Movement exits and I truly would recommend this experience to anyone and everyone.

What a blessing Amy and her husband bring to everyone. I highly highly recommend this for everyone…read moreif all ages!! Amy is so knowledgeable and explains everything with such a love for life and people. Her enthusiasm is catching and her farm is immaculate! Yoga is so much fun! Amy makes everything at that fun and wanting you to come back!' Thank you for this blessing you bring , can't wait to come back! Chris Masterson

Having recently left my prior studio due to personal schedule issues, I saw The Fit In as a…read morepotential new workout spot. Seemingly catered to femme-presenting people, yet still offering strength training classes beyond traditional pilates, I thought it would be a good place to add variety to my usual routine. I bought the Newbie and Rookie class packs and had three wonderful classes. That said, I was deeply disappointed with the studio owner's response to an error with their notification system. A text message from their system told me my class was at "The Fit In." However, the class was actually at another location. I received no booking confirmation telling me of any other location and had not checked the website before leaving (like I had done before), since I assumed that the text was correct. Because of this, I arrived at the wrong studio and would be late for my upcoming class. I emailed the studio explaining the circumstances and apologizing for my absence. Because I had gotten comfortable at The Fit In and saw it as my new studio, I requested the missed class be rescheduled and hoped that, by drawing attention to this issue, the studio could prevent future confusions like mine. In response, the studio owner questioned why I couldn't walk to the other studio (after having already walked to the incorrect one) or drive there. I do not have a car. Less than half of NYC has a car. I told them that, while those were certainly options, I couldn't justify buying an Uber for a three-minute car ride and paying MORE to make up for their mistake. I also informed them that, in preparation for a fitness class, I was dressed to work my muscles, not walk against cold winter breezes. Their response? No-shows to classes are non-reschedulable, even if the reason for missing the class was because of their system. They also told me their messaging system does not mention which location class is held at (contrary to my screenshot) and questioned "how I got to my classes before." If you are looking for a community welcoming to newcomers, look elsewhere. They would rather gaslight their new customers than accept they made a mistake. Overall, I guess I didn't have the right Fit for this studio.

I've been training at Grey's for almost 5 months and its been great! I go consistently twice a week…read moreand have definitely started to see improvement in terms of muscle development, strength and weight-loss. At the moment I am only doing 30 min sessions and although they are quick, they are fast-paced and effective (i.e. I now have a butt!) Like a few other commenters, I supplement my training with other activities like walking/running, etc. I could probably benefit from class pass or something else, but at the moment my schedule is only really suited for a twice a week thing. That being said, if you're like me and can only do this training as your means of working out, you WILL still see great improvements. I also do love the solo sessions verse being around other people who are watching you sweat and grunt in weird positions...unless you're into that.

I feel lucky to have found Greys Gym for a few reasons: 1) It's small and the one-on-one training…read moreis personable, effective and avoids the chaos of a big chain gym like Crunch. 2) As an over-50 guy, I need a training program that will challenge me, but not risk injury and the trainer I work with, Serge, is very sensitive to that. 3) It's in Clinton Hill, really close to my house in Fort Greene, and being able to walk down leafy residential streets a couple blocks to get to the gym and then stop in for a neighborhood coffee on the way home beats dealing with subways or traffic-clogged streets.