This was such an amazing class and studio. I booked a 1 pm core focus class and was so happy with…read moremy experience and instructor. She took the time to ensure I was doing all the exercises the proper way, and checked in frequently to adjust the settings to make sure that the workout was challenging but also doable. The reformer machines here are brand new, and the facility itself is so bright and clean. My workout was hard but also effective, and I was definitely feeling it the next day! If you're new to reformer Pilates, this studio is a great place to start and learn the basics. I will definitely be back to take this class again.

This studio is everything! The studio is so beautiful and spacious. The equipment is brand new and…read morethe instructors are amazing. My fav instructors are JieYan and Celia :) When I'm in JieYan's classes i feel confident and whenever anyone needs any adjustments she's quick to correct so you're never confused on what's good form. Her advanced classes are insane but honestly they're the best pilates classes I've taken. Celia is quite adaptable to the folks that take her class. If there are more folks that are beginners then her classes are slower and lighter for the benefit of the class but when there's a bit more experience around the room her classes can get pretty challenging and fun. Either way I'm breaking a sweat and really focusing on my muscle mind connection with her. They're both so wonderful and have really made me feel so much stronger in just a month. Can't wait to go back

My boyfriend and I tried the 3-week unlimited new student special at both locations. The spaces are…read moreclean, and the community is incredibly welcoming. The classes aren't overcrowded, and the teachers are great. We loved the variety--Hot Vinyasa is a super intense workout, standard Vinyasa brings total calmness, and Vinyasa Flow is the perfect middle ground. We dropped it to 4 stars due to the pricing and schedule. A $20 drop-in fee and monthly memberships are way too high for Queens--they're closer to Manhattan prices. Also, working until 6 PM leaves me rushing only to hot yoga. We'd love to see more variety in the later weekday schedule!

I recently started working out again after almost a year of sitting on my couch doing nothing and…read moreThe Yoga Room was the right mix of a gentle welcome back and kick in the butt I needed to reignite my fitness routine. The space itself offers a calming atmosphere, mindfully decorated with Buddha statues with pleasant aromas and complimentary tea. The studio itself is spacious and welcoming with a large bathroom, plenty of room to hang coats and store shoes and multiple workout rooms. I took a morning Sculpt and Tone class which was full but not overly packed. The pace of the class was well timed with spurts of work followed by enough breaks to recharge and start the next section of class. The class was a mix of lightweight training and Pilates movements that worked every part of my body. I walked out of class feeling accomplished and ready to take on the day. Classes here are pricey, but worth the investment in my opinion if you're planning to come here on a regular basis. After purchasing one drop in class I received a gift certificate for $30 which will cover another (not sure how long this promo will last) so it's like getting two classes for the price of one!

This is a welcoming space but pretty expensive for a place that lacks some amenities!…read more I went to the signature form and flow class which was an all levels class but definitely not meant for beginners. The instructor spoke and went really fast which made for a great workout but if I hadn't been taking yoga classes, I wouldn't have been able to follow. The space is very pretty and peaceful but located on a quiet street in Long Island city. It is pretty expensive! They didn't have any water but do offer mats!!

What a beautiful little Zen gem in the heart of LIC. Relax in comfort at this minimalist yoga…read morestudio. The staff is wonderful and you feel the mood as soon as you walk in. The prices are reasonable for this area. They also have special events so join the website so not to miss anything. This place is OM-tastic!

My cousin and I got to try this place out during our vacation. My cousin picked out this place so I…read morejust assumed it was a regular reformer pilates class. Boy, was I wrong! I took a pilates class a couple weeks before our vacation so I thought I was ready. Think of this class as a more intense pilates. Our coach, Vanessa, was super sweet! She went over the basics of how to use the machine. She made sure to use demonstrations so we wouldn't be lost and also looking at other girlies who were far more experienced than me helped a lot! If I lived in NYC I would have loved joining as a member for more classes.

I love FORM50 this helped me get stronger and do planks on my toes. I love Kenny and Selena and…read moreStephanie so much

Of the 15+ group fitness studios I've frequented, Barre3 is my absolute favorite! I've been going…read morefor the past few years and it is a staple in my weekly rotation of workout classes, as it's a well-rounded, full-body workout that makes you feel challenged but never burnt out. The workout is as easy or challenging as you make it, and modifications are always provided to make movements more accessible, with instructors providing detailed guidance on form. The mindfulness/breathwork section at the end of very class is also very rejuvenating. I usually take their Signature60 format, but enjoy taking the B3 Strength and Mindful Flow formats every now and then as well for some variety. The studio itself is beautiful and very spacious, with tall ceilings/windows and plants/cute decor displayed throughout that make the studio feel very cozy. They even have free coffee in the mornings! The staff is also incredibly kind and welcoming, both the front desk staff and the instructors!

The class was great. I really liked it. It was weights, Mat, band and ball. We didn't really use…read morethe bar which was fine with me. The floor is not carpeted so if you have sweaty feet like I do just a little bit of a warning maybe wear socks. I did it barefoot which was fine. I felt the class was a bit crowded. I took it on a Wednesday at 6:30 PM. The space is quite beautiful. They have a lot of merchandise you can purchase. There is a changing room and bathrooms. I didn't use either so I'm not sure if they have anything to freshen up. They also have lockers with a key and cubbies You can leave your things.

This was rough. I came here to do their free 30-minute intro class, and found it very difficult to…read morefollow along with. The instructor didn't demonstrate any of the moves, just verbally described everything she wanted us to be doing which is confusing for people who are new to reformer Pilates like me. The intro class was only 30-minutes - it started late and the instructor spent most of the class correcting only one person who was the most verbal about being confused -- when we all were looking around at one another trying to figure out what we should be doing. At the end of class the staff came in to talk about package options for classes - all of them seemed to require a commitment beyond just a month. This place earns stars for how clean and new everything is, as well as its central location. Beyond that, I wasn't impressed.

the receptionists do not explain the class schedule and arrival time clearly. We were only two…read moreminutes in the bathroom, yet they used the excuse that the class had already started and rushed us, while still making us pay for the class. The communication and customer service should definitely be improved.

I have been working with Mary for over three years. Through regular sessions and listening to her…read moremany tips, I got in control of my flexibility, appearance and weight. I leave her sessions appeased, and she always adapts our work to my personality, goals and physical state. Pilates with Mary is a key helper to your health.

I came to Ragan Pilates after hip surgery and a year of PT. I never thought I would be active again…read moreand within one year I have no more hip or lower back pain. I had taken other Pilates classes before, at gyms but Ragan Pilates is a much more hands on, personalized and professional experience. If you want to get fit & or feel good then try it!

I'd done a few solidcore classes before the LIC studio opened, so I was ecstatic when this location…read moreopened last year in such a convenient location and have been going ever since. This location is pretty comparable to other solidcore studios in the city, and actually has a relatively spacious classroom with more reformers than usual. The studio and equipment are always clean and well-maintained. Regarding the workout itself, it's definitely the most challenging, intense workout I've ever done and IMO not suitable for complete beginners just starting out in their fitness journey. I genuinely do believe you have to be somewhat of a masochist in order to enjoy and thrive in solidcore. But it IS effective -- since I started taking class regularly in the past year, my core strength has increased dramatically and noticeably improved my performance in my other workouts. The only drawback is that modifications are rarely given, and in a full class instructors may not have the bandwidth to give everyone individualized attention and correct everyone's form.

Love that there's a Solidcore location here in Long Island City. They have a decent size studio…read morewith two rows of reformers. They have a lot of on peak and off peak class times to choose from and a lot of membership packages as well. The prices are pretty on par with the NYC area.

I purchased authentic Classical Pilates apparatus for my studio from Pilates Designs by Basil. All…read morethe pieces are so gorgeous with such attention to detail. Everything is beautifully made I just love it! Customer service is fabulous as well, they packed everything with such care that it made it all the way from New York to the Yukon in Northern Canada with no problems. I highly recommend them!

I can't say enough good things about Pilates Designs By Basil and the people who work there…read more First let me start with the obvious: There is no better quality of pilates equipment out there. Nothing will last longer, look more beautiful or be as secure. You will never have to worry about the safety or quality of your equipment if you own Basil apparatus. Second, in case I need to school you, Basil is a legend. He worked at Gratz for years before starting his own company and has seen hundreds of pilates instructors in his time. He knows what we need. He knows what will last. He knows the history, the future, and most importantly, how to give you what you need today. Every piece is made by hand in Long Island City, NY- and you can tell. My entire studio is outfitted in Basil's equipment, and even people who know nothing about pilates will walk in and immediately mention how beautiful the craftsmanship of the apparatus is. Which brings me to the other half of the team, Panos and Sylvia Adamopoulos. The two owned Universal Designs, Inc, a high end custom furniture design and manufacturing company, before teaming up with Basil. When I was looking to outfit my studio, I wanted to be hands on with every aspect of the process. It was the most expensive aspect of starting my studio and I wanted to be sure I was making the right decisions. Basil, Sylvia, and Panos warmly invited me to the factory where I got to see every step of the manufacturing process. (For all you pilates classicists, let me remind you that Gratz will NEVER let you step foot in their factory today, let alone hold your hand through your decision making process) On my trip to the factory, I met the hard working people who make these beautiful machines and got to watch them in action! I was able to customize plenty of aspects of the apparatus as Basil himself explained to me why I may want one option but not another. I had already been teaching pilates for 8 years before this experience and let me tell you- I've never learned so much in one day than I did the day I visited. After my visit, I was in close contact with Sylvia throughout the purchasing process. I must have asked her for a dozen quotes for all sorts of scenarios! She patiently and clearly walked me through every combination until I made my choices. And when the guys delivered my equipment, they put everything together in minutes and did not leave until they knew I was satisfied. Here I am, three years later, and my apparatus is still beautiful. Everything is exactly as it was the day I opened. And anytime I have thought something was wrong, I have spoken to Basil himself to fix it. Once he even came to my studio to show me how easy the problem was to solve :) . I would never ask him to come out to me again, but this is what I mean when I say these are the most caring, quality assuring manufacturers in the industry.

The one star is for the ridiculous non-responsiveness of this business…read more I recently purchased a class online, they accepted my money but to date (almost two months later) I haven't been able to register for a class, or get anyone to call me back from this business. Left messages and sent emails. Nothing. Finally gave up on confirming a class for the money I paid, I simply asked for a refund. Again, I requested the refund of my online payment via email and phone. NO RESPONSE.

I absolutely love this space! It's such a great addition to the LIC community…read more The classes are fun, challenging, and well rounded, and the instructors are motivating and super friendly. There is also a fantastic variety of classes. My personal favorite is Power Tower, which will make you sweat and have your abs sore every time . Go here and do Pilates! It works!!!