Club Pilates Ramsey offers a wide variety of classes - Flow classes, TRX, FIT Athletic classes,…read morecontrol (barre) and Cardio Sculpt. Levels for beginners and those with reformer experience. The club has a nice vibe. Dynamic group of instructors who take the time to create new and challenging flows! Early morning classes - for us early birds! Also, evening classes for those who prefer to snooze in the AM. Added bonus - the members rock!

i was very excited to join & start club pilates after doing much research on the classes, exercises…read moreand over all life style. i had a double mastectomy in march & i know i cannot go back to my heavy lifting / high intensity work outs i used to do, so i thought club pilates would be a good way to get my body back into the swing of things ! i came in & spoke to a very nice, down to earth gentlemen who was an instructor and he made me more happy about my decision to join the club. joan? joanne? then came to talk to me about the trial class, membership types - she asked what my schedule was and i said i was completely open. she then asked what i do for work & i said i am currently unemployed (because of surgeries / recovery) she then asked if i even had money to pay for the classes since i don't work... how nice of her. while inputting my information into the computer she also questioned if i knew if i was at the right club because my permanent mailing address wasn't in the area - yes, i know i'm in the right spot. i live 2 miles away, i just haven't changed my permanent address. after we set up my trail class and i was already on the fence about returning because of the interaction - i asked what do i need to bring besides grip socks? again .. i was condescendingly asked why i have grip socks if i never did pilates & i said because i did research and wanted to start asap so i purchased them. very unsure of it was because my over all appearance being covered head to toe in tattoos? but due to those snarky comments and questions i will not be returning and have started to look into other fitness clubs in the area.

**This review is specifically for my experience with trying their Intro Class for first-timers…read more Warning: This is going to be a long one.** I'm an active person and I'm always looking for new ways to spice up my fitness routines. I've heard so much hype about Orange Theory over the past few years. I had to kill my curiosity and give it a try myself. SIGNING UP: The Hackensack location offers an intro class at $12 for first-timers. It's only free for specific locations. I signed up on the website and chose a 12pm class on a Friday. Keep in mind that they would like you to arrive around 30 minutes prior to the start time just so they can give you a mini "orientation". On the day of my class, I was greeted by one of the front desk employees, Jackie. She was enthusiastic, informative, and overall a pleasure to speak with. She explained what I would expect out of the class, gave me a tour of the studio, and went over my medical history/consent forms. WHAT IS ORANGE THEORY?: To sum OT up in a nutshell, it's basically a fitness studio that offers one hour group fitness classes, specifically two types: a HIIT-based one and a strength training one. I've only tried the HIIT one, so I can't speak on the other. Each class is led by a coach who instructs and guides you on the workout for the full hour. We rotate between three stations: treadmills, rower machines, and free weights/body weight exercises (planks, bicep curls, squats, lunges, etc.). The workouts change daily so there's always a new challenge. Everyone wears a heart monitor that the studio provides so we can track our heart rate. The monitors are synced up with each machine and on a giant screen so we can actually see how fast or slow we're going as well as everyone else's. There are different "zones" of heart rates, with each one representing the percentage of your maximum HR. For most of the workout, you want to try to stay in the ORANGE zone, which is 84-91% of your max HR. MY EXPERIENCE: Jeff was my coach. To put it simply, he was awesome. He had great energy, gave enough personal attention to everyone in class, and was encouraging the whole time. He also had a fire playlist, so that helped a lot haha. The other members were very friendly and welcoming. No judgment here- everyone came from varying level of fitness backgrounds, all shapes and sizes, and all ages. They have a strong sense of community, which is always nice in a fitness environment. I really enjoyed the class and I'm actually surprised at how much fun I was having. I'm not really into HIIT or cardio classes so this was a nice change from my usual weight lifting. I liked how I was able to see my heart rate and how hard I was working. After the class, Jackie followed up with me about how I felt and how I did. You're able to see your "stats" after every workout, like when and how fast your heart rate was changing and calories burned. She explained to me the different membership options and she wasn't pushy at all. Their memberships come in either a package of 4, 8, or unlimited classes each month. FINAL THOUGHTS: Although I had a positive experience, I decided not to sign up. Why? It doesn't exactly fit into my current fitness routine/goals. I'm a dancer and I also lift weights 4-5 times a week. I don't see myself taking their classes that often. At most, I might take a class twice a month, or maybe 3. I think their classes are motivating and challenging, but aren't my cup of tea. I prefer a gym floor with dumbbells, barbells, squat racks, benches, and machines... they don't have that here. Orange Theory is great for getting your cardio in and building your endurance, but I don't recommend it for those who really want to build more muscle, gain strength, and hit higher PRs. Last but not least, I think the prices are a little outrageous. $89/month for 4 classes, $189/month for unlimited, AND $100 for the heart rate monitor is not really worth it to me... Regardless of your fitness goals and experience, I still think taking an intro class is worth a try. If you like it and don't want to sign up for a membership, it's $28 for a drop-in rate + $10 for the heart rate monitor rental.

I've been working out my whole life and I was on this rut where I wanted to try different workouts…read moreso I tried OT. I love it. One hour of sweat and challenging myself - any of the workouts I do. The instructors are very knowledgeable and motivating. I love watching my splats and using the wristband to stay in the orange. I highly recommend trying as I have many friends that did not work out and they are now members.

Tons of kids hogging machines while texting - everywhere . Nice gym , clean but the texting is…read morecompletely out of control

Very clean and new equipment. Has multiple amenities. This is not a normal location it's a…read morefranchise, so crunch members from out of town will either get a free one day pass or have to pay for a day pass of $20. But I would recommend it. Other locations around the area are pretty rough. It's worth the extra few min drive and few dollars.

Amazing and friendly staff, great experience. Highly…read morereccommended ! ***** Easy to book, to see your progress and to adjust the schedule of the classes !

I recently took a class here and was deeply shaken by what happened afterward. From my personal…read moreexperience, I learned that my Pilates instructor was wrongfully terminated following an incident with another member named Ed Pacelli. During a class, Ed made an extremely inappropriate, racially charged "joke" about hanging African American people directed toward our African American instructor. His own wife tried to stop him, left the room embarrassed, and he still went ahead with it. What disturbed me even more was how the situation was handled. Instead of supporting the instructor who simply asked for him to be removed from her class because of how unsafe and uncomfortable the comment made her feel management chose to side with Ed, reportedly because he's been a member for six years. From my point of view, that choice spoke volumes. As a minority woman, I cannot support a place where staff and clients of color can be exposed to racist comments and then left unprotected. In today's political climate, where safety and respect should be the bare minimum, it's heartbreaking to see an establishment so willing to turn a blind eye. I refuse to spend my time or money somewhere that tolerates behavior like this.

I love this studio. It's clean and their approach to yoga is wonderful: serious about yoga but also…read moreextremely down to earth, friendly, and helpful. I've taken classes with Kip, Kelly S., Kelly C., Anjali, Sonia, Judy, Matt, and Lisa and even though their styles are all COMPLETELY different, I loved every class in a different way. Your first class is free so you can try it out without having to pay. Most of the classes are 90 minutes but some are only an hour if you're looking for something shorter. Single classes are $18 each but if you purchase packages online, you save 5%. In addition, they also offer student/senior deals on TOP of that so it truly pays to book online! My 6-class package came out to $68. My only complaint is that on hot days, it gets HOT in there. I've done hot yoga before, but this is a little different: it's just stuffy, humid, and uncomfortable. I'm not sure if they don't have A/C or just choose not to use it but if you're planning on going in the summer, dress lightly and bring a headband and towel. The Ramsey location has an overhead fan. They also have a brand new GORGEOUS location in Chestnut Ridge, although the air situation is comparable (and no overhead fan). It's also next door to a coffee shop and the walls are VERY thin, however, the coffee is great!

I've been a student at yoga synthesis for just shy of a year, and I'm incredibly grateful I came…read moreacross this gem. I only wish I found it sooner. I haven't had the pleasure of taking class with every teacher who works at both this location and the Chestnut Ridge location, but the instructors that I have taken (Judy, Alane, Lisa, Rose, Tenley, Trish, Kelly S.) are lovely individuals, and incredibly knowledgeable. The latter is evident in not only the way they guide you, but the way they can move their bodies. It's so inspirational. I'm sure the rest of the teachers are no different. Recently they've decided to add a Pilates class, taught by the fabulous Ms. Anjali and I couldn't be happier! While this is a yoga studio, I think it was such a phenomenal idea to introduce Pilates into the weekly schedule. I'm crossing my fingers that in the near future I'll see this class offered more than once a week!

What a workout! Well organized, clean studio, coaches who motivate and help you through class! If…read moreyou want a SERIOUS workout, I highly recommend this studio. I'm a forever member!

It is a great workout! The coaches are able to modify exercises to meet individual needs.read more

Small boutique style workout studio for women. Educated and…read moreexperienced trainers, personalized programs, including nutritional guidance to help reach and maintain your goals. Each workout session is different from the next, keeping boredom at bay. Ownership is professional and caring. The atmosphere is relaxed & non judgmental. Wear what you want & it doesn't matter what kind of shape you're in. Worth the time and money.

Amazing place. Friendly, upbeat & knowledgeable trainers…read more Involved and caring manager. Clean facility. Motivated clients. Been a member for 3 years... If you stick to the program you will have great results. Love going. I will be a member forever!

Best gym in the area! Recovery amenities are incredible - red light sauna, cold plunge Aescape…read moremassage, and Ammortal machine are game-changers. Equipment is top-notch, Pilates and yoga classes are excellent, and the staff is genuine and friendly. This place has everything you need for fitness and recovery. Highly recommend!

I had a bad membership experience and left an honest review on Google. In the following days, I…read morenoticed an influx of positive reviews to hide mine. I believe the business is incentivizing fake reviews to hide negative ratings.