Hayward, we have a Pilates studio. ACT ACCORDINGLY…read more I was driving down Foothill and I saw it. A new studio. Clean branding. Something I hadn't clocked before. And I did what any reasonable person with a long-standing Pilates intention and zero follow-through does: I went home, found the website, signed up for the intro mat class, and did not allow myself to talk myself out of it. (The website by the way is intuitive and easy and takes about 4 minutes to sign up.) Here is what I need you to understand about Hayward and Pilates: there wasn't one. Not here. People have been driving to other cities, making it a whole production, giving their dollars to other neighborhoods. And then Kora Pilates opened on Foothill. Latina-owned, independently run, and built with a level of care and intention that frankly puts a lot of bigger studios to shame. I walked in a few minutes early. The woman at the front desk (I'm sorry I didn't catch her name) welcomed me, checked me in, and when I mentioned it was my first time, she gave me a full tour. The reformer room. The mat room downstairs. The cafecito lounge! The lockers. The bathroom. And the refresh stations, which are these lovely little mirror-and-product setups so you can go from "I just sweat through a 45-minute class" to "I am a human person who exists in public" without having to go home first. THIS IS A DETAIL. Someone thought about this. My instructor was Nadia, and she was excellent: specific, encouraging, giving real feedback about what parts of my body should be activating when, which, as a beginner, is exactly what I needed, because Pilates looks gentle from the outside and then twenty minutes in, you are shaking in places you didn't know could shake. The 45 minutes flew by. I was sweating. I was humbled. I felt genuinely worked out in the best possible way. And the whole design of this place (I have to say it because it matters) is cohesive and considered and cool in a way that tells you the person behind it has taste and gives a damn. Light neutrals, clean lines, every detail in conversation with every other detail. This is what happens when a business is built by someone with a real vision, not assembled from a template. Here's my thing about places like this: we have to show up for them. Hayward does not have an abundance of independently owned, thoughtfully designed, locally run wellness spaces built by people who actually care. When we find one, we don't just leave a five star review and move on. We go back. We bring our friends. We vote with our dollar like our neighborhood's character depends on it. Because it kind of does! I don't want to see Kora Pilates leave. I want to see it thrive so hard it has a waitlist. Go take a class! Hayward deserves this. And so do you!

As someone who has done at-home Pilates and taken modern Pilates classes down in SD for a while…read morenow, I was really excited to see that Hayward finally has a Pilates studio. I came a few times while I visit home (the Pilates addiction is real!). I'm all for supporting a small business, however after giving this studio several chances, I'm disappointed to say that they are just not that good. It could be that Kora's classes and their take on Pilates isn't aligned with what I look for and enjoy. I almost feel bad for leaving this review considering that my interactions with instructors and other clients were all so positive. I love the community Kora has created, but the classes themselves fall flat. The reformer flow class was genuinely the strangest reformer class I've taken (on 5/19). Anyone that does Pilates knows that mat and reformer are 2 separate things--so why did this class combine the 2? If I'm signing up for reformer, I should only be on the reformer. I should not be getting onto the floor on a mat when I signed up and paid for a reformer class. It was so odd. The entire time I was thinking to myself "wtf is going on", and I never broke a single sweat. It made me question where the instructor got her certification. I left feeling so unsatisfied with the workout, which is a terrible feeling especially when they charge $30 per class. I really wanted my money back after this one. I recently took their new heated mat class (7/27) and was disappointed once again. I don't know why I keep wanting to give them chances, maybe it's because I love the exercise and I keep thinking they will improve. The description of their heated class says the class is heated at 85 degrees--which is a lie. I walked in and they had space heaters on the wall, which resulted in the room not even being hot. I've taken a few hot Pilates classes where I'm already sweating when I walk in the room. This was just so disappointing, and again, I paid $30. The amount they charge for classes is almost unjustifiable considering the mediocre workout itself. They don't offer class packs and are not on ClassPass either which makes it even more inconvenient and less accessible for a lot of people. I do think Kora has been a great addition to Hayward. I gave them a total of 5 chances because I wanted to believe they would improve. I don't plan on returning.

RockSalt in Castro Valley is fairly new and had their grand opening two months ago. As a first time…read moreclient, I was very impressed by the lovely ambience, cleanliness and good vibes. We were a large group and the instructor, Celine, was very kind and patient. As the class is very fast paced and intense, she checked in a few times to show and how to correct the form or movements. Every so often, with the breaks in between, water breaks to stay hydrated. Definitely had a good work out that left me feeling sore. As it does get hot and even hotter during the summer, would recommend more fans to keep cool. Overall, lovely studio, wonderful atmosphere and great instructor.

I've had a wonderful experience here, and a big part of that is thanks to Abe. He is incredibly…read moreresponsive, professional, and truly goes above and beyond to make sure clients feel taken care of. From answering questions to helping with membership options, he's been patient, understanding, and very accommodating. You can tell he genuinely cares about creating a positive experience for everyone, and that level of customer service really makes a difference. It's not something you find everywhere. The studio itself is also fantastic--clean, welcoming, and led by great instructors--but Abe's support and attention to detail really stood out to me. Highly recommend this place, especially because of the excellent management and service.

I'm so glad I took the leap and decided to join Moxie! I was previously a member when it was D's…read moreFitness, and after being away from the gym for quite a while, I wasn't sure what to expect. What I love most is that Moxie is a women-only gym. Even when it's busy, it never feels overcrowded or overwhelming. The gym has lots of updated machines and equipment, and it's always clean and well-maintained. The staff are incredibly friendly, welcoming, and make you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. A special shoutout to Cassandra! She seems to know everyone by name, which really speaks to how dedicated and personable she is. She always takes the time to greet members and genuinely helps create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Thank you, Moxie, for making it such a positive place to get a work out in. I'm so happy to be back!

It's an ok gym, pretty clean for the most part with a variety of equipment but weights are not well…read moreorganized and the equipment there is visibly outdated. It would be great to see some newer equipment and additions like a Smith machine or hip thrust machine. My sister and I had an uncomfortable experience when we visited together. A trainer asked us to swipe in separately, assuming we were trying to share a membership. The way we were approached didn't feel very welcoming or respectful. It's also frustrating to see the owners opening a new Pilates studio while this location still needs updates. And honestly, for a women's-only gym, it's surprising there's no childcare option. I think that would make a big difference for many members. I prepaid for an annual membership and honestly unsure if I will renew when the time comes.

I am taking zumba classes here. Love it! The instructor is amazing, super friendly and she dances…read moreso well! The music is top notch. Such a great class to dance and keep yourself in a good shape.

Michelle is extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and an all around excellent yoga instructor! She has…read morean obvious deep love and respect for the practice of iyengar yoga and she is incredibly welcoming and understanding. The studio is spacious and well decorated. There are plenty of yoga props/supplies to utilize and help accommodate different mobility levels. In-person and online classes are available which really helps as a busy mom!

Michelle is a game changer!! She is one of the bestest yoga teachers in the Bay Area. Very…read moreknowledgeable and a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher who goes way out to help get into the poses that help us get into that "tranquil". She is the best period!!

I LOVE the instructors and I love the classes! I tried most classes during the 2-week unlimited…read moreclasses trial and it was a great experience; I got very toned and sweat way more than I thought I could. My top three favorite classes were Vinyasa Flow with Katya, Hot HIIT Pilates with Carolyn, and Original Bikram with Lee. There is plenty of parking, lockers for valuables are available, public cubes are available to put stuff down in. At minimum, you will need to bring your own yoga mat, sweat towel, and water bottle. There are a variety of ways to sign up for classes - single class, memberships, and class packs that can be shared by 4+ people. While I think the staff and classes are great, the facilities could improve. The ventilation could improve, the floors are not wiped after every class, and there are no sanitizing sprays/wipes to clean the shared weights and blocks.

My friend & I came here for the first time on Sunday morning for the Vinyasa Flow Yoga (Heated:…read more80-85F) class and it was good! The online website was a bit outdated in my opinion and had to download the Mind Body app to book the class. The studio is located in the middle of Mega Mart and FedEx Shop, in the little "alleyway". Once you get to the door, there's a sign outside that says Yoga Journey Studios. The studio is located on the 2nd floor and you can take the stairs or elevator. Once you get to the 2nd floor, the studio is on the right side. I was greeted by the instructor and she checked me in a took a photo for the profile/account. Then she gave me a brief tour of the studio. There's a small couch area, some wooden cabinets to put your stuff away (no locks), and there's some smaller cabinets that can fix your wallet (with a code lock). For the women side, there are 3 shower stalls, 2 sinks, 2 benches, & wooden cabinets inside the shower area. The vinayasa flow yoga was amazing! The room was warm enough that I sweated a little bit. The instructor was clear and supportive. Please modify and listen to your body! They provided 2 blocks and a strap if you want to use it. In between the classes, the room was being cleaned which was nice. The restroom is located outside the studio, down the hallway on the left and there is a code to it. The only thing I would tell them to improve on is: 1) to provide more information in the email/app confirmation to tell people to bring towels (since you'll need to rent it there) - Ofcourse, I knew to bring a towel. And maybe let people know that if they didn't bring a mat, they can rent one. And maybe tell people to bring slippers incase they want to use it in the shower or to use walk around the lobby area. 2) provide a filter water fountain? I didn't see water anywhere. There's a free large parking lot outside of the studio connected to other stores/restaurants in the plaza. Other than that, if I lived closer, I would come back for another class.

Their yoga classes are top notch. It's been great to have another affordable yoga class nearby, and…read moreat reasonable times for me. After every class, I feel like I got a good stretch, and a good workout. The best thing is that each class is for beginners and advanced students. And the instructors are very encouraging during class. Mats, blocks and straps are provided. It's in nice, big martial arts school with mirrors.

Such a lovely studio!!…read more I came for a level one pole and dance class taught by the owner Rodney. The studio itself is decorated with love and is very clean. Rodney is an amazing teacher. He is a passionate, veteran instructor who will also keep you safe. I enjoyed his cues such as smiling, or reminders to slow down and really feel engagement of my body to do certain tricks. I hope to go again! Maybe even check out the aerial yoga class. :) I have been recommending his studio specifically to my friends who are into burlesque, but I also know he'd make any novice feel both comfortable and rewarded with just the right amount of challenge. :)

Rodney is a wonderful instructor.We had a fabulous class.We laughed and learned to connect with our…read morebodies. To relax trust and breathe.I will go again. He has a class called yummy. I think I want to join this class. It makes stretching fun. The older I get I have a better understanding of health. This starts with the body. He has other classes to take. Look up hem up try one or two. You won't regret it.