Back for Life Pilates is an extraordinary place and that is entirely because of Vy. She is one of…read morethe most knowledgeable, intuitive, and genuinely caring teachers I have ever worked with. Her understanding of the body goes far beyond basic instruction. She sees how everything is connected and she approaches each session with remarkable insight and intention. You can feel the depth of her training and the passion she has for helping people move and live better. What truly sets Vy apart is the way she shows up for her clients. She pays attention to every detail. She listens. She adapts. She brings so much integrity to her teaching that you always feel safe, supported, and empowered. Every cue has a purpose. Every exercise is chosen with thought and care. She treats your body with the same level of respect and dedication that you hope any healthcare professional would have. As a registered nurse, years at the bedside have taken a serious toll on my body. I had reached a point where pain and stiffness were simply part of my daily routine. Working with Vy has completely changed that. She has helped me understand my body in a new way and has given me the tools to move with more strength, control, and ease. My pain has decreased dramatically and my mobility at work and in my everyday life has improved more than I ever imagined possible. I truly feel like I am getting my body back. Beyond her expertise, Vy has created a beautiful and welcoming community. She has a gift for making people feel seen, valued, and encouraged. The atmosphere she cultivates is warm, uplifting, and full of genuine connection. It is a place where people come to grow, to heal, and to feel supported not just physically but personally as well. I am profoundly grateful for Vy and everything she has brought into my life. She is exceptional at what she does and she pours her heart into every session. Back for Life Pilates is a treasure and I cannot recommend it more highly.

I've struggled with finding movement that I enjoyed and wanted to do consistently. Coming from…read moreonly a ballet background of over 10 years, adapting to any new form of exercise was difficult. I found Pilates but hopped from studio to studio never really landing anywhere and feeling like I was still missing something. I took my first class with Vy and was blown away by her instruction and knowledge. After following her around multiple studios, I was elated when she opened BFLP. She's an outstanding Pilates instructor who has made a huge impact on my fitness journey. Vy has an exceptional ability to explain complex movements in a way that's easy to understand and execute, which has been key in helping me refine my technique and grow my knowledge in basic body anatomy. Additionally, she takes the time to get to know my goals and challenges, and she tailors her classes to meet those needs with exceptional skill. The students that I have had the pleasure of getting to know are genuinely kind - not nice; just kind. There is one mirror in the whole studio which, personally, allows me to focus on how my body is feeling during class instead of how I look or how everyone else is looking. There's also a sense of realness of the community when you enter that's not focused around selfies. Vy has taught me the value of taking breaks, listening to my body, and that our mental and emotional health can impact physical states. I feel like, I've only scratched the surface of her knowledge, and I am very excited to see how my fitness journey will progress in the future.

I am new to Pilates and thrilled to have found Pilates of Old Town Tustin. It is a small boutique…read morestudio which is focused on the Pilates method and offering very professional teachers. I have gone to 4 classes and I am hooked! At 69 years old, I never thought I would be so pleased with the full body strength building regimen.

After a crazy major abdominal surgery and reconstruction, followed by 7 months of cancer treatment,…read moremy body had taken a beating, and when I asked my fancy Beverly Hills surgeon what she recommended for recovery fitness, she said classical style Pilates... It's easy to find Pilates studios in Southern California, but finding someone close to home who works one-on-one in the classical style is a little trickier. Fortunately, I have Yelp and another popular search engine working in tandem and agreeing that Pilates of Old Town is a five-star studio that offers exactly what the doctor ordered! I reached out to studio owner Marie via email and heard back from her almost immediately. She is a busy lady (that's what happens when you're top notch!), but I was so lucky to snag a recent opening in her weekly schedule and so began my journey... When I started my weekly lessons three months ago, I could barely walk and was still struggling with daily living activities like dressing and housework. My muscles had atrophied and my joints were inflamed from chemo, radiation and lack of physical activity. However, each week, my range of motion and strength increased exponentially with very little else in terms of focused fitness activities. Just three months later, I'm strong and able to walk several miles without any pain or discomfort. The craziest part of it is that I kind of hate most exercise activities, but when I am working out, Pilates doesn't really feel like exercise, despite the fantastic returns on my strength and flexibility building. It's like exercise for people who hate exercise (it might even be magic- haha)!! Marie is so knowledgeable and experienced in Pilates and is a delightful coach. She's incredibly encouraging and caters each client's sessions especially to their physical needs and abilities. She not only focuses on the physical portion of the exercise, but on the brain-body connection. She is a truly a gem and outstanding in her field! The pre-paid options are the best deal and bring your per-session price down. Pilates of Old Town also offers semi-private and group sessions if you prefer to work out with friends (and split the price a bit). If you are looking for a Pilates studio, or if you're just looking for a type of physical activity to strengthen, tone, stretch and build endurance, I cannot recommend Marie and Pilates of Old Town enough! You will not be disappointed!!

I dropped in to do the reformer pilates class through ClassPass with Kady and it was a really good…read moreworkout. Kady had a nice warmup routine that really warmed my body up since I had not done pilates in awhile. During the class, Kady did a mixture of exercises I was familiar with and then some exercises that were different that I quite liked. She did exercises right up until the end and then ended off with a quick cool down session. She did not rush us out which was really nice. We had time to wipe down all of our items and the reformer before leaving. I really enjoyed Kady's class and she offered a lot of help to everyone in the class. She would come over to do some hands-on help and she was proactive in offering different progressions. She was very friendly and encouraging. I definitely broke some sweat during the class. The studio is a beautiful space and definitely a lot bigger than the boutique spots. The atmosphere of the studio had dim lighting and just the right volume of chill relaxing music. I would recommend CirKel Tustin if you're looking for a reformer pilates studio.

I attended my first class last weekend, and unfortunately, I will not be returning. I did not feel…read morewelcome at all. The only interaction I had with the instructor was being asked, "Did you sign the waiver?" As a first-time participant, I expected at least a basic welcome or introduction. I do not think that is too much to ask, and the lack of engagement made for a disappointing experience.

Erika has created a space where moms can come together and get stronger and feel good! I was…read morenervous to start working out again postpartum with my second but felt so supported throughout the first visit. The woman in the group are all kind and are in similar life stages. Erika corrects form while also encouraging you to push yourself. I have found the motivation to come to 5:30 am classes because I know I have a trainer who is knowledgeable and makes sessions fun but challenging. Thank you Erika for this safe space!

Loooove these workouts!! I've been working out with Erika for seven years and she's helped me get…read moreback into shape after each of my three kids. She's extremely knowledgeable about proper form when weight lifting, which I find so valuable. ‍ I just show up and she guides you through exactly what to do. Definitely check out her group training classes!

I am new to Pilates and felt a little nervous starting out but Soma Form made me feel comfortable…read moreright away. Esther explains everything so clearly and the classes are welcoming yet still challenging in the best way. I always leave feeling stronger more relaxed and overall amazing. Highly recommend to anyone thinking about trying!!

I discovered Core Solutions Pilates & Wellness on classpass for a Mixed Gender Small Group Reformer…read moreclass. $28 late cancellation fee if you don't can't 12 hours ahead of the class. So don't miss class! I arrived 15 minutes early cause there is typically a waiver for first time visits to studios, but I was surprised there wasn't any paperwork for me to sign. The instructor, Peggy, came a few minutes before class time to let us in. There were 5 reformer beds. You will get a very intimate hands-on experience here. Peggy will come around and adjust you. She has advanced knowledge in sports medicine and it really shows during her lesson. She will adjust you to be in perfect alignment. I think this is great for someone with injuries who need this level of attention. Personally I don't like this much attention on me, and I don't really like getting touched. Also the studio doesn't have the ambiance I enjoy in other studios. No water dispenser. No selling of grip socks. She had a normal fan spinning, not like a ceiling fan that other studios thoughtfully installed. Also no music during class, so time passed by really slow for me. Out of curiosity I looked up the pricing for their packages and it starts at $225 for 5 reformer classes. This is much pricier than other studios I go to. Probably because of the smaller class sizes. Peggy's classes are great for health and alignment but it doesn't match with the type of work out I enjoy.

Peggy has decades of experience and is very committed to her craft. Her class sizes are small and…read morecapped at 5, so you get a lot of individual attention and form corrections. She explains exactly which muscle groups each movement targets and how to optimize engagement for each. There's no frills or fluff here, and her workouts are HARD and involve lots of isometric work in addition to the standard isotonic exercises. She really focuses on building a strong core, improving mobility, and helping you become aware of your body's natural deviations, so you can fix posture and develop balance. She's easy to get a hold of to schedule classes and has always responded to me in a timely manner with a great attitude. It's not worth deducting a star over, but the only negative thing I can possible say is that I wish she had more variation class to class. After taking six classes, it seemed a little too repetitive and became predictable, so I do attend other studios as well for variation to spice things up and do other movements (Pilates has 500+). That being said, no other studio has challenged me the way Peggy has. In two weeks, I had seen huge progress especially in my abdominals. Thanks to all the lower abdominal work, my four pack has become a faint six back and my obliques have finally come out to play - thanks Peggy! I've never had any back pain or spinal issues, but suddenly I feel better than ever when doing simple things like unloading laundry or pulling weeds from my garden. My spine feels like a steel rod while the rest of my body feels limber and loose. Her decades of experience and sport medicine training translates into real results for her clients. Highly recommend her if you want to put in the work and be better for it.

Co-Op Pilates is located in the same plaza as Ralphs by Einstein Bros Bagels. I booked a class on…read moreClassPass for the Fundamentals (All Levels) with Rowena, since I enjoyed a pilates class I took with her at another studio. This studio is super cute and very festive, with Valentines Day décor at the time of my first visit. When I arrived, the owner checked me in. For any first-timers, arrive 10-15 minutes early to sign a waiver and settle into the studio. They have lockers for your belongings, and there is a strict no cell phones policy in the studio area. Bring grip socks, or you can buy new ones here. This is standard for safety reasons with all reformer pilates classes. The work out space is well equipped. There are 12 reformer pilates station, set up with all the best of the balanced body equipment, very similar to a Club Pilates set up. Oh I will say I noticed this studio had a lot of the pregnancy wedges for pregnant students, where as other studios tend to only have one or two. I found out that they actually have prenatal and postnatal classes here. Not that I need it, but I'm just sharing in case someone else does. So back to the class. Rowena is so fun. She is so engaging. She was asking the students how we were feeling, if there were injuries, if there were any areas we wanted to focus on. Based on our feedback, she designed the class accordingly. This takes a lot of experience to do that on the spot. I loved the class pace and the music. Such a great work out! I would definitely come back whenever my schedule allows me to visit this studio. Especially when I see Rowena on the schedule.

Rowena at CO-OP Pilates is truly one of a kind, she's not only incredibly skilled, but her…read morepersonality is what makes the experience so special. She's funny, warm, and effortlessly creates a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable right away. She knows all of her clients, remembers the little things, and builds genuine connections that make you actually look forward to each session. There's a natural sense of community in her studio, and you can feel how much she genuinely cares about the people she works with. It's rare to find someone who brings this level of authenticity, energy, and connection to their work.

The instructor was great. They made me feel really comfortable as well as the other members. I felt…read morepushed while I was not judged.

I was in town for work and looked for a local gym to drop into for a workout. Fitness on Fire was…read morenearby so I called and spoke to Haydee. They offered an open gym pass for the day. This is a fantastic gym with everything you would need for a great workout. Everyone I met was very accommodating. I could tell very quickly that they have built a very solid culture at Fitness on Fire. Whether you are local or visiting you have to give them a visit. 5 Stars!