I absolutely love everything about XCore from the fun challenges for participation to the…read moreinstructors phenomenal instructions. I don't really fall in love with reformer Pilates until I came here. I started in November and have been coming at least 4-5x's a week. Every instructor is amazing with their own style. You will leave feeling stronger, for sure. This studio also has versa climber workouts. Do yourself a favor and start with JL's class. He always has a fire playlist to get you through it. It can be intimidating to start but the calories you burn in a short amount of time is incredible. There's also plenty of street parking!

My first visit here with the daughters who absolutely love the workout and instructors…read more A very nice studio, Janice is encouraging, patient and very helpful in ensuring proper technique. Make no mistake, this is a workout! You work parts of your body that you didn't know could do the moves here. Very good for you body and soul!

I love this place! I've really been into Reformer Pilates for the last 2 years and I went to this…read morestudio when it was called Blue Sparrow. I've taken two classes since ownership has changed and they were quite different in nature. I wish I could recall their names, but all i have to go by are physical descriptions and teaching styles. The first instructor is a petite blonde lady (a bit mature) who really seems to emphasis safety and stability. The series of positions are non traditional and I really enjoyed her soft approach. Highly recommend. The other instructor was a younger brunette with big (read: cool) glasses and a very hip vibe. She had an even more non traditional approach. It was slightly more strenuous and I would take another class with her in a heartbeat. Parking tip: They have a parking lot, but many of the spots are 30 min only!

I love coming here! Christy is amazing and I have been seeing her for 2.5 years privately and now…read moretake classes in the studio and the teachers are great! I have always hated exercising until I found pilates after having my first child and it has brought me back to my normal weight as well as given me so much strength in my body to pick up my kids like it's nothing. It's gotten me through a divorce, and being a single mom of two, both emotionally (better than therapy) and physically. I love this place. They don't just churn you out like a machine, as I've experienced in other studios, they know you, work with your body and are well versed in the anatomy of the human form. I definitely recommend this place!

My favorite go to reformer Pilates studio. Clean, consistently good/challenging instructors,…read morebeautiful space. Parking can be particularly tough so plan ahead!

I also want to give a shoutout to the front desk staff, Alaysia (sorry if I misspelled your name!)…read more She is so sweet and welcoming. I really appreciate how open she is to listening to feedback, and I've also noticed how she interacts with first-timers. The level of attention and care she shows--especially by asking about injuries the club should know about--really stands out. It makes new members feel seen, safe, and comfortable. She's truly the cherry on top of an already amazing team of instructors.

Breathing Room Yoga is such a beautiful, calming space. From the moment you walk in, you can feel…read morethe grounding energy. The plants, the natural light, and the thoughtful studio design create an atmosphere that feels both peaceful and inspiring. My absolute favorite class is Intentional Flow on Thursdays with Aviva. It is the perfect balance of movement, breath, and presence. I always leave feeling stronger, clearer, and completely reset. I honestly wish they offered this class more than once a week because it is that good. The overall experience, from the warm welcome to the flow of the class itself, feels intentional and uplifting. It is a space that truly supports both body and mind. Highly recommend if you are looking for a studio with beautiful energy and meaningful classes

I came for a drop in class from out of town. The studio is a beautiful space, however the teacher,…read morewho opened the studio, did not arrive until about 4 minutes before the class started. It is considerate, professional and standard operating procedure to have the studio and space open for 15 minutes before class. Students need time to use the bathroom, settle in, grab props, and take a few quiet minutes to themselves before beginning practice. Instead, there were 7 of us standing outside by the door waiting in the sun and it was a very odd dynamic when the teacher parked and arrived to let us all in because the teacher should ALWAYS arrive before the students if there is no open door/front desk. The teacher did not mention specifically which props to have for practice, so every time we did a movement with a new prop, about half of the students had to get up and grab them from the prop room which is very disruptive to practice. Lastly, the teacher guided students into trying Handstand without making space for alternatives like Dolphin or Headstand, and more importantly without any of the basic energetic cues for hands, elbows, and shoulders that are strictly necessary to provide students for this posture in order to protect your neck and shoulders.

Love this yoga studio. All the Instructors are nice and experienced. It is a loving environment.read more

This place is wonderful! Sadie and Lorin are my favorites. Both are very attentive and will make…read moresure you get a full workout while enhancing your practice.

THE CLASSES: range from mild to spicy (my husband's a former yoga teacher and he says after 2020,…read moresome studios avoid beginner/intermediate/advanced terminology to not sound like crazy Scientologists I guess). Mild is great if your body is tight/in recovery, it's been a rough day, or you just want permission to take it easy. Medium would require more effort but it doesn't cause serious regrets. Spicy is all in, keep up, sweat like crazy, and maybe re-evaluate your choice to come. I take classes to meet my body where it is that day; that is, I don't "only" do spicy ones to "get fit." So my week consists of Mild to Spicy to have "rest" days. The schedule is constantly changing and I haven't taken every class/instructor, so here's how I'd categorize the ones I've attended: * = my repeats/try to attend when I can vp = very popular/crowded Mild: Dominique* (vp; you might snore) or any restorative/yin, Vickie*, Baxter (vp), Jill* Mild/Medium: Deshauna*, Yoko* (vp), Margi* (vp), Ellen, Richard (vp) Medium: Andrea, Leslie, Nichol*, Monica Medium/Spicy: Annie (vp), Kim (the lovely owner!) Spicy: Jody* (vp), Gaby (vp), Jacqui, Rose, Ann Thu* Want to take classes from the "original" group who worked alongside Rodney Yee (yes, that guy)? It's Yoko, Richard, and Annie (I think?) when this was previously Piedmont Yoga Studio. Want adjustments? It depends on class size and the instructor. Yoko, Margi, Ann Thu and Jody do so when they can. I've seen some some students get upset when instructors tell them how to correct the pose. It's a no-win situation. If you're new to crowded classes, be in the 2nd row where you can see better. The only suggestion I have is having a whiteboard/display where instructors can write down the suggested props. Or maybe a picture of each prop with a number next to it and write it down in the Zoom chat. Sometimes an instructor repeats the prop list 5+ times as folks trickle in online/in person. TIPS: Yoga's very subjective--try a lot of studios until you find one you like in terms of the space, students, instructors, and the parking/commute. Go where you feel comfortable and want to return, it helps you maintain momentum. If it's your very first time at any studio, show up early to sign waivers! FWIW: I started yoga after chemo and I've stuck with it during recovery, relapse, remission, parenthood, severe burnout, and now perimenopause. After 20 years, I still can't do handstands/headstands and there are some poses I just can't do anymore. I've been with this studio for 10+ years and 5+ years for my husband.

My loved one and I have been attending Dominique's Tuesday night restorative yoga together for the…read morepast two years. I understand why it's so full these days! The best teachers put in the hours and meet the room with flexibility, the kind that comes from confidence in the material and delivery. Dominique leads every class with steady and tender compassion. As someone who has taught yoga for years myself, I appreciate her seasoned ability to hold space for the community with multiple awarenesses at play. The accessibility piece is always present. This class is great for all bodies and levels of experience and I love being in such a room. She has a natural delivery with clear verbal cues and intuitive encouragement that's even at times poetic. Nest's restorative yoga classes are essential! I feel grateful that we have her in Oakland and while I hope this class doesn't become too packed, I wish everyone such a safe space in this upcoming year.

Katie has been absolutely amazing. I first found her through Tandem Pilates and I'm so glad to see…read morehow she's started her own cute studio! Her routine always has such a great flow and always has an aspect to it that makes it differently exciting and challenging than the last. Her studio has three reformers, and I absolutely adore the size of the small group class. She also offers private sessions! Also in a great location. Will definitely be back regularly!

Katie is a fantastic trainer. I'm new to Pilates, but she is patient, extremely knowledgeable, and…read morejust makes each session so fun. Can't recommend enough.

The beautiful physical space and warmth of the people at the front desk make the studio inviting. I…read morefound a teacher who works well for me. She is extremely knowledgeable and very tuned in to our individual issues.

I took a yin yoga class here once and it was aiite. Yin is the chill, always lay on your back, no…read moredownward dog or sun salutation version of yoga . It's essentially light stretching in a handful of poses throughout the class. The room I was in was wore nice with new props. I liked how they are meticulous about cleaning. I'm knocking one start off because I felt the instructor took too much time explaining how to setup whereas I've enjoyed yin classes elsewhere where the experience was more seamless. Parking doesn't ever seem to be an issue despite the fact that it's street parking. Still, I recommend arriving a bit early! I think they do rent mats for a fee.