My myofascial release sessions at Studio G with Genevieve helped tremendously in relieving the…read moretightness and pain in my chest and upper body.

I found Studio G in June of 2016 and have been a devotee ever since. Be warned... this review is…read moreactually a rave!!! FIVE STARS!!! Barckground: When it comes to fitness, I've done it all....I've done the traditional gym route... free weights, and loooots of cardio. Heck, I've even been a personal trainer before. I've done the home workout thing... p90X, barre workouts, good stuff. I've even done CrossFit... loved it. Whereas I've enjoyed many aspects of all the aforementioned types of exercise, I've never done type of exercise that I like so well as I do Pilates, and more particularly Pilates at Studio G. Studio G specializes in classical Pilates in individual or small group setting. Genevieve, and her team have done a phenomenal job of creating a warm and welcoming vibe in the Studio where people of all fitness levels feel at home. I find it sad that one often encounters a snobby attitude towards out-of-shape people at gyms and fitness studios. Trust me, you will not encounter that type of attitude here. Positive vibes only!! If you're looking to get back in shape, like I was, or, if you're an exercise fiend and you'd like to take your workouts to the next level, I assure you, Studio G has you covered! Pilates is very scalable to practically all level of fitness. All of the instructors are highly skilled and each bring their own unique strengths and personalities to the workouts. I've been a regular of Genevieve and Ryan for quite some time and thoroughly enjoy my workouts with each of them. I highly recommend either of them!! I've also had a couple of workouts with Tish and recommend her as well. She knows her stuff!! Both of the Studio G facilities are amazing. I love the 29th Court S location for group exercise. It's such a beautiful space with tall ceilings and large mirrors. The main studio on Oxmoor Rd is a wonderful space too. There's a nice front room with a couch an ottomans to sit on while you wait for your lesson and 3 separate rooms with various types of Pilates equipment. There's also a dedicated room for active isolated stretching and myofascial release...another great offering from the Studio! As a client, I appreciate that all of the instructors are required to pass a very rigorous and lengthy training course before they can instruct at Studio G. The level of training really translates into great workouts for the client. The instructors are very adept at diagnosing how the client can improve their form etc for maximum benefit. You really get your money's worth. In addition to the initial training, the instructors often attend seminars to hone their expertise and expand their knowledge base. I also love the focus of the mind body connection in Pilates. It's easy to get caught up in the chaos of our fast paced lives. Pilates is a great way to disconnect from the stressful state so many of us live in, reconnect with our bodies, and renew our minds. Pilates requires intense concentration to properly execute the movements from our center (core) with control, precision, and flow, all while incorporating deep breathing to power and fuel the movement. To me, Pilates is in an exercise league of its own - An exercise program that focuses on mind, body and spirit, that's capable of meeting the beginner no matter where their starting point is, but also very capable of challenging even the fittest amount us. I couldn't more highly recommend Pilates at Studio G!

I recently tried a beginner aerial yoga class at Aero Joe and overall had a good experience. This…read morewas my first time trying anything like this, so I was a little nervous. The instructions said to arrive early to sign waivers and get settled, so we arrived about 25 minutes before class to change, but no one was there yet and we had to wait about 10 minutes before someone arrived. There is a parking lot on both sides of the building which made parking easy. I would also recommend wearing long sleeves so the silks don't rub under your arms, and avoiding loose fitted clothing and jewelry so nothing snags while you're in the silks. One class was $35, but they also have a deal for 3 classes for $49 which seems like a great option if you plan to go back. Once class started, I really enjoyed it. Rachel was super nice, patient, and helpful, especially for beginners. She did a great job walking us through how to use the silks and made sure everyone felt comfortable. The class was fun, different, and a great introduction to aerial yoga. I would definitely take another class again!

every class I've taken and every instructor at this studio is excellent. I love Pilates, so I go…read morehere when I am visiting family in Birmingham. I actually tried an aerial yoga class., And it was fun!

I've been looking for a new form of exercise to help me slow down in life and tone; pilates seems…read moreto be just the right fit. I read a women's health article, by Dominique Fluker, that detailed her first time experience in a class as a curvy, Black woman and I was sold! Turns out pilates isn't just for skinny, white women. I booked an intro class at the Club Pilates in Homewood and was pretty intimidated by all of the equipment at first. However, the instructor was really informative and moved slowly enough for us to understand the reasoning behind what we were doing. I loved how the practice helped me zone in and be present. I also enjoyed meeting the other people in my class, there was a nice variety of genders, ages, and races. The workouts are challenging and leave me feeling accomplished but not overly exhausted. The area is always clean with a nice playlist in the background. I'm looking forward to this new mental and physical wellness journey.

This is the best program I have worked with and no injuries! I have improved strength, balance and…read moreendurance. Highly recommend for over 65 folks lie me!!

I visited MPOWER when I was in Birmingham for a wedding. I take megareformer classes on the reg in…read moreAtlanta, so I was excited to continue my journey with pilates while out of town. The studio I visited is conveniently located in Mountain Brook and there is ample parking on the street in front of the studio. There is some cute retail clothing located at the front of the studio, and it was very clean and maintained. The front desk was so incredibly friendly when I arrived at MPOWER, and the instructor I took, ET was so nice and helpful. This is your standard, full-body 50-minute megareformer class, but ET offered modifications throughout the class for those who needed them. You get a great workout, burn a ton of calories, and you'll be sore the next day! Best of all, your first class is free! Highly recommend this place for anyone in the Birmingham area.

Love MPOWER! The instructors are energetic and passionate. Lots of classes everyday and also you…read morecan take private classes. The place is clean too. I love Emma, she is amazing!!!

This is such a nice little workout studio in downtown Birmingham. It is at The Battery downtown so…read morethere is a small parking lot that is shared between them and a few other businesses so I'm usually able to find a space but have sometimes had to opt for street parking. All the ladies that work at this studio are super nice and helpful! They are on the second floor of The Battery. You walk in and you can place your stuff in the cubby holes and change shoes/into sticky socks. You initial your name at the front desk, and they also have a mini-storefront with things like clothing and accessories. The studio is impeccably clean! You have weights, straps, TRX straps, balls, the coolest foldable yoga mats, and these little round foot pads that they use to work out in. I have been to a couple of classes including their Fusion and Express (shorter) classes. The first class was challenging to me, but later on I really enjoyed these classes. They usually offer several morning classes from about 5am-8am, a noon class, and the afternoon classes are usually from 3pm-6pm. I usually pick the noon or early afternoon classes cause I'm just not a morning person lol. They also provide such an uplifting environment! I always feel so great after class and look forward to it so much.

4 stars because the class was great. The environment was welcoming and I got in a nice sweaty…read moreworkout. The price is a little high for my preference but I recommend!

I've tried many different tpyes of workouts (pilates, spin, weightlifting, etc...) and barre has…read morebecome one of my favs. The classes require my FULL attention, so it really helps me decompress and focus solely on myself for a while. Pure Barre in Homewood is my go to spot and I like how it's very cutesy, very mindful, very demure :) The instructors make sure to learn your name before class and do a great job at helping you adjust your form to get the intended impact of each move. They're also good and shouting people out throughout class to help keep us motivated. I've tired both the classic class and define classes. The classics kick my butt the most but define isn't far behind. I like how each class is different and helps you get stronger in different ways. I honestly hate the idea of sweating and intentionally being in pain, so I motivate myself with cute outfits and post workout treats, like a smoothie from Farm Bowl. I feel like I get my money's worth every single workout and I can feel myself getting stronger each time. I can now hold a 30 second plank and use the weights much more easily, but it took awhile and I still have plenty of room to grow. Bonus points for the friendly, girl power environment!

I started recently going to Pure Barre in Homewood, Birmingham. I was very nervous to start since I…read morehave been out of shape for a while but I was convinced that this type of exercise was the ideal for my body type and needs. I cannot say enough on how satisfied I am for making this choice. Apart from the exercise itself which is hard at the beginning but as you keep on going it gets better, I cannot say also enough about how welcoming this place is and how encouraging the trainers are to all attendees no matter the fitness level. The manager of the place, Anita, has been awesome in making me feel welcomed, explaining me the technique of each move, correcting me while exercising and encouraging me to continue. The same goes for all trainers! When I expressed interests in joining Pure Barre Anita immediately responded to my enquiry and provided me with all the information and options for me. Her level of professionalism was the reason I trusted going to this specific studio and I wasn't wrong. I love this place, the trainers, and Pure Barre although makes me shaking is slowly becoming part of my everyday life. I recommend this place 100% to anyone who is looking for a way to be in shape in a highly professional, relaxed and welcoming environment.

I finally found a gym where it doesn't matter which class you go to because every instructor is so…read moreknowledgeable that you get a great workout no matter what. It is a welcoming atmosphere and they make you feel a part of the group immediately. Each staff member loves what they do so each class is fun and challenging. Beautiful facility and very clean! I love Provision!

From the owner: A fitness studio that offers a low-impact exercise program to provide you with the strength,…read moreflexibility, and muscle to build a stronger you for everyday life. Through our Pilates reformer + mat classes and cardio class, Accelerate, we offer a healthy combination of cardio and toning to create the perfect fitness balance. Two low-impact methods. One studio. One community.

I have been waiting on this place to open since February! They finally completed construction and…read morepassed inspection and opened last month. If you're open to working out in a 116-125 degrees small sauna then this is your place. I absolutely love this place and the results that I am seeing beyond weight loss is real. I leave a class feeling so refreshed and I sleep like a baby at night thanks to HotWorx. I highly recommend popping in for a guest class you can't go wrong. Also, the staff is extremely friendly and they are always there to answer questions and provide suggestions.

If you want to reach a new level of fitness insanity, RUN TO HOTWORX. You could consider me insane…read morebecause I'll be going back! I really enjoyed Hot cycle and Hot blast. The heat in the rooms weren't overwhelming and still very breathable. I loved that the classes were 15 mins as well.