This studio is stellar in every regard - leagues above other barre studios I've attended. I began…read moretaking classes here in 2012. At that time, I was either dancing and/ or running every day of the week. Once I began taking class, I noticed a difference in how my body held itself up; my core strengthened and my performance in my other activities improved. The Bar Method strengthens the entire body through small isometric movements, using your own body weight, as well as small handheld weights. After you work each body part, you stretch it; the practice leads to increased muscle strength, as well as greater flexibility. The practice focuses on alignment and posture, so while the hour long workout is rigorous, it is also low impact and exceedingly safe. In 2020, I moved back to Walnut Creek and had my daughter. Two years later, I returned to Bar Method and felt the classes helped me reconnect to my body. Making carrying around a squirrelly toddler much easier. Not only that, but the studio brought with it a sense of community, and the onsite childcare made my re-entry to Bar a possiblity. The co-owners, Chelsea and Audrey, are delightful human beings. They set the tone for the studio. The instructors are brilliant, many of whom have been teaching there for over ten years. It's an inclusive, welcoming environment. I could not recommend more whole heartedly.

Join the Walnut Creek studio, you won't regret it! Well run,…read moregreat community and workout.

Quickly becoming my go-to studio. Bold was my first-ever introduction to lagree, and after…read moreexperimenting with a variety of classes in the bay, I find myself gravitating towards them the most. LOVE the staff, facility, reformers, classes-- everything ^_^ NOTE: I use Classpass since I only take classes 1-2x weekdays, but a membership may be more suitable if you're a regular.

I came out to Bold Walnut Creek to take Yvonne's community class and it did not disappoint. She had…read moreme huffin and puffin and trembling 5 minutes in! The studio is up a short flight of stairs, but when entering the studio you are greeted with a very clean space! The reformers are clean and well maintained, and I really appreciate the area to hold our phone/water by the machines. I do wish the reformer area would be a "no shoe zone" for hygiene purposes.

The studio, instructors and staff are knowledgeable, helpful and enjoyable. a great place for…read morePilates at any level.

I had a good experience with the instructors and the overall exercises and equipment. My big…read moredisappointment came when unfortunately, my MRI came back with tear deep in my tendon by the rotator cuff, bursitis and spur. All made my continuing my pulling and pushing and rotating my shoulder impossible. I called the office to cancel my automatic membership. Easy. Right? NO. they refused to cancel my membership unless I would bring a letter from my Orthopedic doctor. I thought for a moment that I was back in high school. That means that you are out of luck if one decides to move away or simply discontinued taking Pilates in this Club SO! be aware of all the clauses in their contract before committing to take Pilates in this Club.

I recently joined In-Shape after spending many years at upscale gyms, and honestly, I'm pleasantly…read moresurprised by how much I like it. The facility is located in the former business fair center in Concord, so it's quite big. And unlike some enormous gyms where everything feels crammed into one giant open space, the layout here is actually quite thoughtful. The first floor has several group fitness studios, a VTL classroom, locker rooms, weight rooms, six racquetball courts, and an indoor basketball court that also accommodates pickleball. Upstairs, you'll find another extensive selection of strength-training equipment, plus ellipticals, treadmills, recumbent bikes, and stationary bikes. There's another large group fitness studio, a spin room, stretching area, and additional exercise spaces. Equipment is well spread out, so you can usually find your own space without feeling like you're working out shoulder-to-shoulder with everyone else. And importantly, the place is very clean and relatively quiet. That makes a big difference. There's also an outdoor five-lane swimming pool, apparently around 25 meters, which is a nice bonus. The selection of group fitness classes is comprehensive, with classes offered every day. Attendance seems quite good, too. The locker rooms are spacious and clean. Parking is ridiculously easy compared with many gyms. There's plenty of parking right in front, plus street parking if needed. The front-desk staff are reasonably friendly and responsive. Of course, it's not perfect. A few things clearly need attention. The digital clock in the basketball court has apparently been showing the wrong time for quite a while and still hasn't been fixed. The AC in the basketball court could be better, and the racquetball courts are even worse. These seem like relatively easy problems to identify and fix, so hopefully management will do a regular walk-through of the facility and take care of them. But overall, this is a very good gym for the money. For a community like Concord, I think it's an excellent fit. You have younger people serious about strength and fitness, as well as plenty of baby boomers who want to stay active and healthy. With the good variety of equipment, classes, racquetball, pickleball, basketball, swimming, and plenty of space, there's something here for just about everyone. After years of paying more for upscale gyms, I'm genuinely impressed by what In-Shape offers at this price point. A very solid value for Concord and the surrounding area.

I like the gym. The quality suits the cost. I appreciate there is enough machines to suit the…read moreamount of users, even during the busy times, considering people check different levels and sections of the gym when certain areas are busier than others. My main gripes are: -Facilities seem to be down often, taking a good while to be repaired. Whether this be the pool heater, sauna, or steam room. It seems like something is always out of order. -Re-racking weights. This is the worst gym I've belonged to for this specific category. I know it's difficult to get people to put weights away after use, but this gym specifically is completely out of order with this. I'm surprised whenever I approach a machine that does not have plates already on it. Overall a good gym for the price, but quality with facilities and gym ethics could get much better.

The best Pilates studio hands down!!! You won't find another place in the east bay with as kind and…read moresupportive instructors for people with all backgrounds.

I had an opportunity this week to have a private Pilates session with Amy. It was such a great…read moreexperience! The studio is beautiful and clean, Amy is knowledgeable and in general great to work with. I am definitely a beginner at Pilates but she worked with me on form and explaining what I should be feeling during each move. I left feeling amazing. Highly recommend this studio.

The Vibe: The Current Before class,…read moreI wandered through the studio. Something interesting around every corner. While taking pictures, I bumped into another yogi. "This studio is beautiful," I said. She smiled. "The community is beautiful, too." She was right. Not all the light came from neon. The Guide: Anne * Hot Power Vinyasa Anne began by sharing something the yogis understood: Place your focus on the breath, and the mind can rest. She reminded us: This is a breathing practice; the breath, our anchor. Surya Namaskara A linked breath to movement. Then movement became a slow-moving dance. Pyramid led to Airplane. Airplane led to One-Legged Mountain. One-Legged Mountain led to Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose. And on and on we went. As we moved and held poses in the dark blue room, Anne kept bringing us back: Breathe. Create space with the breath. The Tribe: At the close, Anne thanked us for being there, for practicing together as part of this beautiful community. The words resonated. Later, in the locker room, women laughed and talked as they gathered their belongings. Some were doubling up and heading into another class. Others were talking about their weekend plans together. Class had ended. The connection hadn't. The Space & Place: TruFusion feels wonderfully playful: Bold pop-art murals. Neon lights along the hallways. Polished concrete floors carrying the glow from room to room. Open cubbies lining the walkways. And the yoga room: Large. Mirrored. Warm. Floating white globe lights. Bonus: Your first class is FREE. And for that first visit: * Mat provided * Mat towel provided * Face towel provided * Free parking in the garage next door (head to the 3rd floor) Field Note: Breath powered the practice; the people lit it up.

I love the classes at TruFusion! The Saturday 8:00 a.m. Hot Pilates class is usually packed, but…read moreit's worth it because the instructor is amazing. Sundays are busy too, but I can usually find a good spot. One thing I really appreciate is how clean the studio is. I always see the staff cleaning the floors, the room, and the equipment, which makes me feel comfortable working out there. I've always been more of a weights girl, but Hot Pilates has completely won me over. It's challenging, fun, and leaves me feeling so strong. I even drive quite a distance just to take these classes because they're that good. It's become one of my favorite parts of my fitness routine!

The Vibe: The View From Inside After a full day of driving,…read moreI was ready to move. The room felt warm & spacious. A good place to settle into the body and begin to notice. The Guide: Izzy Henley - Hot Flow: Izzy invited us to begin wherever felt most comfortable in our bodies. From there, she invited us to step into the role of observer. Observe the breath. Observe the thoughts. Observe the sensations moving through the body. Just notice. Then we began a steady climb: Sun A. Sun B. Izzy cued the poses in English, guiding us gently and slowly through each side before we moved breath to movement. The pace stayed smooth enough for movement to follow the breath. Then we began moving around our mats. Long holds had us facing every side of the room, until Airplane was literally flying in opposite directions. Izzy offered options along the way: Arm variations in Airplane. Headstand in Wide-Legged Forward Fold. By the time we began down-regulating, my whole body felt as though it were melting into the mat. Then a cold lavender towel was placed in our hands during Savasana. Complete surrender. The Tribe: After class, I asked Izzy how she discovered yoga. Get this: She entered yoga teacher training at 16 years old and began teaching right away. She now has nine years of teaching behind her. Imagine if every school gave young people a place to observe their breath, their thoughts, and the sensations in their bodies. What a different world we might be observing. The Space & Place: From the outside, Align is understated. Inside, it feels grounded and cared for: Cool concrete floors. Warm wood. Green plants. A wall devoted to community. The yoga room is spacious, with dark wood floors. Bonus upon bonus: Free onsite parking. Lockers, with locks available upon request. A friendly, open staff. And, for a limited time, a free coconut beverage after class. Simple. Pure. Sweet. The Shift: After a day spent watching the road, this practice turned the view inward. Izzy gave us room to notice, time to build, and enough steadiness for the breath to take the lead. Field Note: Observation doesn't take us out of the experience. It brings us more fully into it.

I've really loved this studio and have had great experiences in the past which is why I was…read moredisappointed by what happened today. I arrived about 10 minutes before my scheduled class but no one informed me which room the class would be in or what equipment we needed, which is usually communicated. When I walked in I noticed there was no one in the room and started wondering if something had changed because classes are normally full. I heard people asking about weights, so I assumed they were attending a different class. I stepped outside to use the restroom and waited to see if anyone else would come in, but I was still unsure of where my class was being held. When I went outside again, I saw someone rushing out for a block and realized the class was actually happening in a different room. By that point, the class had already started, and I was scrambling to figure out where to go and what equipment I needed. I had to carry everything from the other room into the correct class area while trying not to interrupt. I'm not sure if it was because I was perceived as being "late," but the instructor, Kylie Gifford, told me the class was full, even though there appeared to be one open spot in the front. I had woken up at 6 am, driven 25-30 minutes to get there, and had already taken my pre-workout in preparation for the class. Being offered to take the 8 AM class instead didn't feel like a practical solution after already making that effort and arriving on time. I left feeling upset, embarrassed and disappointed by the experience. I understand things happen, but I hope the studio can improve communication especially with class pass members to ensure they feel welcomed and know exactly where to go and what they need when they arrive. I truly enjoy this studio and hope this feedback helps create a better experience for future guests.

Teri Crippen's Jazzercise class is FIRST CLASS all the way! The best instructors, super fun and…read morechallenging workouts set to great motivational music, and the class environment has such a warm, friendly and welcoming vibe. You can feel the positive energy during classes and it makes you want to dance! Classes are held in a nice mirrored warehouse studio that has an exceptional spring floor. I really can not say enough wonderful things about this class and the friendships that I have made here! I LOVE IT!!!

I've been dancing with Jazzercise Concord for 21 years, and I really love the fitness family at…read moreDance Connection. Everyone here is super friendly and welcoming. I enjoy it so much that I certified to become an instructor myself! The music is current, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the workouts are solid. They offer cardio and strength in every class, and keep it FUN FUN FUN!! Teri is the franchise owner, and she has an amazing team to bring the dance party to you 6 days a week: MWF @ 8:15am, M-F @ 9:30am, and Saturdays @ 8:30am. All classes are available in-studio and livestream. I dare you to dance a class here and not have fun! You're guaranteed to work up a sweat and feel incredible afterward - check it out!

This gym does what it needs to do. Each membership comes with its own perks. The lockers are easy…read moreto use- you don't need your own lock, as you can input your own code to lock and unlock it. Friendly staff, and members.

The group of employees taking up machines in the evening while they watch another employee workout…read morehas largely been fixed. Of course it's great gym staff uses the gym so they can identify problems with equipment etc. The massage therapist here are amazing. Johnny does a great job of identifying issues and helping them. I do wish they wouldn't play the music so loud. It's often blaring. Almost everyone listens to their own music with ear pods or whatever. The music the gym plays can often be so loud I can't hear my own music directly in my ears. Using noise cancellation at a gym can be dangerous as you want to be aware of your surroundings.

I've taken Lagree classes at both CBFit locations, and I definitely prefer the instructors at…read moreWalnut Creek, especially Aneesa! She's incredibly welcoming, always introduces herself, and makes sure newcomers get the rundown and any assistance they need. Her classes are great for all levels, with plenty of modifications and options to challenge yourself. I also love her playlists and teaching style. Highly recommend taking her class!

I signed up for an introductory class, super easy via there app, it was $20. I got there about…read more20min early and was able to find a spot in the lot. Ya'll this place will get you in shape in no time. I tried the Lagree class. The instructor was so nice and allowed me to switch over from the Climb x Boot Camp class when I showed up. I was also able to purchase a pair of grippy socks onsite for about $10. The music was good, the lingo will take sometime to learn, but I appreciated the instructor coaching me and helping to position me in the right position, and gave me words of encouragement. There was only 7-8 ppl in the class so I wonder what it's like when it's full. I appreciated the work out bc it challenged me to push myself just a bit more. I had a good sweat and worked my upper body to the point where my arms were going to give out on me, half way through but I kept pushing just a little more. I appreciated that there was no pushy sales person trying to get me to purchase a membership. Now I can give it sometime and a proper think. Everyone was pleasant and professional from the staff to the members in the room. Nicolette was subbing from Danville and she was a great instructor. Provided me with a quick history about how Lagree was established. I definitely hope to come back and try the climber/boot camp class.