My daughter has been trying to make healthier choices and was excited to try Pilates for the first…read moretime. She signed up online for a free introductory class and was understandably nervous walking in as a beginner. Unfortunately, when she arrived, she was not greeted or acknowledged. She said the person at the front desk simply stared at her without speaking, which made her feel extremely uncomfortable and unwelcome. She ended up leaving before the class even started. First experiences matter, especially for young people trying something new and stepping outside their comfort zone. A simple greeting or welcoming interaction could have made all the difference.

I went to the free intro class and everyone was very kind and helpful! I loved the class and could…read moretruly feel the difference in my neck pain even after just the 30 min class. The machines are top notch and they walk you through your form and such which is helpful since I've mostly only done mat Pilates. I'll be doing more drop in classes as my schedule allows!

I'll start by saying my experience is probably different from most. From my perspective, the…read morestudio gets too crowded at times. Also, you'd better know what you're doing, even in the beginner classes, which there are very few. They move fast and there's very little assistance offered. I like restorative yoga, but that is very hit or miss depending on the instructor. The other reason for this review is I actually paid for private lessons and didn't receive all of them. When I contacted them about this, I was pretty much blown off and told I had until May to use what I had already paid for. There was nothing in the response about the private class I paid for (which was in addition to my package classes). While I may go back just to use what I've paid for, I think there are better options in this town. At this point, I'm using Lifetime fitness, which has more options and offers members more help with yoga poses.

I came in for a 12:30 class on Friday and I loved it! The room was warm but not super hot, the pace…read moreand difficulty of the class were exactly what I would expect from a level 2, and the cues were clear and easy to understand. I felt really comfortable in the class and the teacher called me by name even though I had never been in before. Overall, a wonderful experience. Next time I'll grab some food on the way out! It smelled amazing!

This is an amazing yoga studio! I'm short and plus size. The instructors are fabulous, they adjust…read morethe moves or give you options for a less intense pose. The heated part isn't overwhelming it's nice and especially in the winter, when your shoulders feel like they are in your ears. The heat is so relaxing it makes your muscles nice and gooey for those deep stretches. Though I dont know if they do this is every class, but my first class the instructor dotted this herbal oil on our foreheads during the mediation towards the end. And that mixed with the warmth,and the dim light setting. It's like Your body has stretched out, and relaxed, you're breathing super deep, it's pure euphoria. In fact I'm about to see if there's a class in the morning! You should come!

Ashley, the new owner of U POWER YOGA has really taken the studio to next level and beyond! There…read moreis a great variety of classes to choose from including beginner yoga, all levels flow, power yoga, yoga sculpt, yin/ restorative yoga, and even mat Pilates!! The instructors are all welcoming and supportive in their own way, and you feel like part of a community here. If you've been wanting to try yoga this is the place! If you're a seasoned yogi, this is hands down the best yoga studio in Edmond!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!

I did a class pass trial class here. I thought it was good overall, but I'm just not a huge barre…read morefan. It was a bit faster paced than some other classes I've been too but that probably gets easier the more you go. Welcoming owner and not super crowded class size which was a plus.

Pure Barre Nichols Hills is my escape from the stresses of work and life in general. The staff and…read moreclients welcomed me with open arms from the first time I walked in the door. If you've ever attended a Pure Barre class, you know exactly what I mean. If you haven't and you're looking for a way to get in shape, you've got to check it out. Your first class is free and the instructors will help to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience. Full disclosure: I am now an instructor, but started here as a client.

I recently came to the realization that I'm not a college student who gets to keep eating like crap…read more(or like a Yelper) and not have it affect things like my waist, or how my clothes fit. It took a while for me to come to terms with it. Either I have to start eating healthily, or I have to exercise. Ideally both. And since I like food too much to survive on stupid things like salads, it looks like physical exercise is the only alternative. So here's me trying. Or at least pretending to try. Anyway, "INTEGRIS PACER Fitness Center" is no longer a thing. It is now known as the "YMCA Healthy Living Center - INTEGRIS." A mouthful, yes. So call it HLC instead. Because of its cardiology-rehab focus, HLC tends to have greater numbers of elderly people than the average gym. This can be a boon for some: (1) There are few if any meat-heads grunting and throwing weights. (2) Classes when available tend to have plenty of room so you can just slide in even if you show up late (the classes are upstairs). (3) And old people tend to be much friendlier than us stuck-up young folk. (4) I also like that it's a pretty quiet gym. There's no pool, so that's certainly lacking compared to other locations. But there is a racquetball court. If you're expecting Gold's Gym, you will be disappointed. If you need to be surrounded by people going on about "all kinnnnndsss of gains" (and/or gym bunnies who don't actually work out) to feel like it's worth your time, this may not be the gym for you. Even if the equipment isn't the latest, super-techie, new hotness, they're all well-maintained and clean, and do everything you need them to do. Also, it's like... 14 laps around the track to equal one mile or something. Which is largely useless, because I always lose count at about the 7th or 8th time around. The rehab-focus is expected to continue even with the changes, so I don't expect to see too many changes in the overall feel of the gym, but we'll have to wait and see to be sure. Also... because of the greater than usual number of older folk, I have seen some very confident older men confidently strutting about in their confidently confident birthday suits. I have seen things... Wrinkled things... I hope I'm that bold when I'm older... P. S. There's this trainer named Kelly. I'm not sure if she trains at any of the other Y's or if she's only at HLC, but Mother of Pearl, she is good. Her muscle conditioning classes have been amazing. That DOMS tho... Consistently taking her (or other trainers') classes should allow you to continue being the food-obsessed Yelper that you are.

Ohhhh YMCA. My…read moreprevious membership at another gym ended, and I didn't really love it. I figured I'd start running outside and save money, but I wasn't quite as motivated to do that as I thought. I searched for gyms near me and the obvious answer (Golds, Planet Fitness) were a hard pass. I'm too old and too married for the nightclub that is Golds gym. And I loathe PF so much, I've contemplated picketing outside. Enter the Y. I don't think I'd joined before cause I was young and cheap and looking for promos that waive the joining fee and obviously matching all my workout gear and wanting to be cute). But now, bring it on. This specific location is mainly a cardio rehab center for Integris. Read: senior citizens, it's awesome. Literally no one cares what you look like or what you're doing. Most people are over the age of 50. It's so cute to watch them come in and chat and walk the track. There are also a TON of classes, just like a regular Y. The spin class is tough, and I've loved it. They're also at alllll times of day, starting at 5:40am, perfect for the commuter like me. The rest of the equipment is minimal, but just enough. There's free weights, machines, ad area and a small turf track. Bikes, ellipticals, treadmills and even a Jacobs Ladder. The front desk is nice. And there are complimentary towels. I knocked a star for equipment cleanliness. ::sigh:: I actually mentioned it to the front desk today and now I probably am going to be blackballed but it's pretty gross. They have spray so you can wipe down your machine after you use it, but it looks like that's as far as the cleaning goes. At least on the machines I've used (cardio). The guy said the staff cleans them regularly so I'm sure he thinks I'm a huge biotch (I tried to approach it nicely!) but I use the same elliptical every time. And every time there are sweat stains along the bottom, and he same stuck on brown stuff. I used my towels to wipe the back and black grime came off. It's visible to the naked eye and it really grosses me out. Not enough to quit, but I really hope they'll clean a little better!

My experience with the teachers and students was quite nice. However, Racheal the owner of the…read morestudio is quite arrogant. She seems to think that she is super smart but she is not. After I paid for a month of unlimited classes Racheal came in on the day I would have taken my fifth lesson and in front of the class asked me if I was vaccinated. I didn't feel it was an appropriate question yet I told her the truth. I am not vaccinated. That was not something that I was asked when I joined. If unvaccinated folk were not welcome I should have been vetted much more thoroughly. I respect a business's right to determine if a mask is required or whether or not unvaccinated people are welcome. In my opinion each individual should have the right to determine whether or not they wish to be vaccinated. Miss mighty Racheal had the audacity to verbally berate me. She went on to verbally castigate me for not being vaccinated in a global pandemic. She refused to give me a refund and threatened me with the FBI and bragged about what a powerful attorney she is. Racheal does not have a Yoga spirit. She is not a smart business person. This would be a nice place if it were not for her. People of color beware-you may not be welcome here.

I wouldn't consider myself a beginner yoga student necessarily, but I also don't desire a…read morefast-paced "work out". So I was hesitant to try a new studio since it seems every studio in the area is heated, competitive, fast, and not friendly for beginners/ those with injuries/disabilities. Wow, I was blown away by 3rd street!! This place is the real deal. Friendly, knowledgeable instructors. Calm atmosphere. Plenty of pose variations and prop modifications. Instructors teach beyond the poses and explain history of yoga, breathing exercises, etc. I love the quirky old building, super quaint. There's a reason this place has been in business for 20 years! Can't wait to go back.

I've been a member for 5 years now, and never see an end in sight. No matter your fitness level…read moreeveryone is welcome and accommodated. The coaches will always find a way to find what works for your body. I have seen substantial changes in my body composition over the years with gaining muscle and losing body fat. At 38 with 3 kids I can confidently say I'm in my best shape. Being in a room where everyone wants to see you succeed is the best feeling! If you're thinking about trying it, do it!

I love orange theory! I always get a great workout in and the classes motivate me to workout. The…read morecoaches are super encouraging. All fitness levels are welcomed.

Loved having Emily choreograph our wedding first dance! Such a great, fun, relaxed experience.read more