This is my home studio, and I'm absolutely obsessed! I've been attending classes here for over a…read moreyear, and it truly feels like home every time I walk in. The instructors are not only knowledgeable but deeply educational -- they've helped me build strength and body awareness in ways I never imagined possible. The foundation of every class is rooted in true Pilates principles, which I love. If you're new to Pilates, Club Pilates studios are such a great place to start. You'll learn proper form, alignment, and movement with instructors who genuinely care about your growth. I've seen a few negative reviews about membership cancellations, but honestly, those policies are pretty standard across any fitness studio. What really matters is the quality of the classes -- and HVCP is superior. By showing up here, I've found an entirely new passion and a healthier, stronger version of myself. Pilates for life!

I want to give this location a big thumbs up! All of the…read moreinstructors and teachers and staff are so so nice! I honestly was so welcomed the first time I went in, even the men and ladies that were in the class before said "your gonna love it" and they are right! Each teacher has their own style but also consistent with each other where you don't feel lost. They have their own styles! They are all so amazing! I can feel myself getting stronger and in one month my whole Body shifted and is getting even stronger. Love classes with Alexis, Amira, Katerina, and Julia! All So so great! I'm Hooked forever

I've been going here for a few months now and it's truly a gem! All the teachers, classes,…read moreavailability is top notch! I drive all the way from vancouver 3x a week because it's just that great. I've completely transformed my lifestyle, health and exercise because this place makes it so easy to commit, it's so much fun and effective!

Wow great place very friendly place to work out. I will be back closer to summer timeread more

I've been seeing Mandy at Body Mechanics for over a year now, and the work I do with her has made…read morethe biggest difference for my back/hip/neck health. I came to Mandy after a few years of chronic hip and low back pain. I had been seeing chiropractors, a massage therapist, cranial sacral therapist and a physical therapist for many months, with only a little progress. I came to Body Mechanics after reading about Mandy's dual approach of energy work and Pilates. I knew that I was ready to gain strength, and also knew that many of my issues were energetic in nature (holding old energy patterns). Let's say that I had a good feeling about trying it out. My first session with Mandy left me buzzing from my toes to the top of my head. Her powerful energy work helped me to release a ton of tension just in that first session. In my time at Body Mechanics since then, I've gained a lot of strength, insight, and empowerment. It was the first work that I'd done where I felt like I was driving my own healing, as opposed to passively receiving healing (which certainly has a place!). The studio has a great vibe and I'm excited to try out the Pilates classes there and experience the other teachers...they all have great energy!

If you are a new mom, do yourself a favor and take a "mommy and me" Pilates class with Mandy. It…read morefeels amazing to ease back into movement with Mandy's thoughtful guidance, and the studio is very baby friendly with a changing table and comfy chairs for nursing. There is also massage and other body work that I look forward to checking out!

Love, love, love! After having 2 babies, my body was feeling old and worn. Jack has been amazing to…read morework with, he has the patience of a saint and skills of a ninja. I was feeling very intimidated by my lack of fitness skills, but Jack is always encouraging and quickly adapts exercises to meet my abilility. I feel stronger with every session! If you are looking for someone kind, compassionate and knowledgable about the body, Jack is your man. Very glad I found Vital Body!

From the owner: Vital Body Studio is a holistic fitness and therapeutic exercise studio specializing in the Pilates…read moreMethod and the Gyrotonic exercise system. We are Portland, Oregon's only Sliding Scale Pilates/Gyrotonic studio! We offer highly experienced, individualized, one on one training to everyone, from the exercise novice to the elite athlete. If you experience back pain, are recovering from injury or interested in preventing injury, are a post natal mother, are a dedicated athlete, or are over 50 and interested in staying physically functional, strong, and flexible for the long term, we can help.

Eric delivers private dance lessons (such as ballet and Argentine Tango), group dance/fitness…read moreclasses, private training, and pilates instruction. I have received private lessons as well as group lessons from Eric and in my opinion he is a great teacher. I have primarily studied beginning ballet with him, as well as Argentine Tango, and group classes which incorporate basic fitness/pilates/barre exercises. Eric does a great job at teaching both the choreography and the form of the various dances and exercises we practice in class. But what is equally important is that I I don't get bored or frustrated in class. He has amazing patience (I am 36 and learning ballet for the first time, if that tells you anything) and a great sense of humor which keeps the class relaxed and interesting. No tedious treadmill here, and no nasty looks when you don't do the moves properly right off the bat. He is also truly a professional and teaches to professional standards. I would definitely recommend him as a teacher.

Eric and I have been training together for years and I adore the guy! He knows the body like know…read moreother, he has a wonderful way with his clients and he is a fantastic person. Eric is always ready for a new challenge and he is a pleasure to work with. He works hard and only wants the best for his clients. You will not be disappointed!

I love this studio. There are a number of very experienced instructors here...it's not a push push…read morepush kind of place, the practice is more trauma informed and heart driven I've found, with a variety of props offered for supporting folx with diverse bodies and experience levels. The vibe is growth, wellbeing, and community. I got my first yoga membership to this spot! An investment, but well worth it -- thank you Elk Rock! PS there is a fancy coffee place next door you can check out before or after if you want a very good treat or want to meet a friend and make it a date!

I've been to a few of their classes now with several diff instructors & every class has been…read moregreat!! The teachers are all so warm & welcoming & they do a fantastic job at taking us through flows. I feel like there is a good range of intensities throughout the classes. This yoga studio feels so accessible & inviting. I see more diversity in the humans attending classes here which is something that is important to me. I also don't think they charge you a mat rental fee if you forget your mat which is awesome (but I could be wrong about that). Will def continue to come back!

I'm giving it five stars because I'm a regular and I will continue to be. Pilates has helped me…read moregain core strength back after a massive disc rupture. I love all the teachers, who are super knowledgeable. The staff is great too. I got grandfathered in on pretty sweet pricing, so it continues to be a good investment. I do wish they had a suggestion box because I would mention these things: 1. The teacher gets to choose their own music, but sometimes it's not a workout vibe at all lol. Or we can barely hear it. I understand the instructor is talking the whole time BUT I go to other gyms where it can be done. Good music that I can hear motivates me and makes it more enjoyable. 2. Due to this location being new all classes are level 1 or 1.5. But it's been over a year now and I'm ready to get some level two classes (that aren't in the middle of the work day) goin! I'm looking for more of a challenge. 3. I just reached 100 classes which felt important to me, but no one there acknowledged it at all. I had to mention it to them which felt yucky. Y'all should be hyping up your clients who come consistently! Overall I enjoy the place but it can definitely use some updates as well.

I love this place! First time ever doing Pilates and everyone was very sweet and helpful so I…read morebecame a member!

Going to Portland Parks & Rec yoga classes for years, I finally spoke up to a yoga instructor about…read moretightness in my hips that has made me wonder "why can't I bend at the hips like other people?" I have never done any "alternative therapy" healing or any healing because I successfully care for myself, am healthy, on no medications and have only seen a doctor once in the last 30 years for an injured knee. Well, the instructor mentioned Shelly Stephenson as a resource and her chosen modality. Wow! What a smart, knowledgeable, good-humored, effective, down-to-earth practitioner! That she (in a former life) was an accomplished dancer lends factual credence that she knows the human anatomy, not just from books, coursework and clinical settings, but also from her personal artist-athlete experience. I did 10 structural integration sessions with Shelly, Shelly did all the work. My body flows like it hasn't flowed since I was a teenager. One day, after a session with Shelly, I noticed that I take short little steps when briskly walking, and realized that was my bodies learned compensation and I could now take longer strides with ease. I had never had that perspective before. On the basketball court, for the first time, I could dribble between my legs as the length of my stride was enough to now allow the ball to pass through. That was another recognition that my body has changed, more optimally, its relationship with itself. And yoga? In the mirrors, though I can do some poses well, many asanas are accomplished better, I have much more grace of movement and range of motion. I feel good. I am hip. And if Shelly sees that a different approach will be better for you, she will gladly refer you to someone of quality she knows in the vast world of Portland's healing modalities. She is honest, practical and insightful. I am glad I went to her, the whole experience left quite a positive impression on me. Thank you, Shelly. Damon B.

I have been seeing Shelly for Pilates for about 2 years. She is a great Pilates instructor, able…read moreto explain the movements and adapt as necessary for each person's ability. Pilates with Shelly has made me more flexible and much stronger. I recently did a series of KMI sessions with Shelly. Each session focuses on a different area, but is adapted to suit particular needs. In my case, Shelly helped greatly with my chronic lower back and hip pain, freeing up areas that felt "stuck." My muscles feel longer and my posture is better. I feel like I am moving more freely. KMI is amazing, and Shelly is great!

This gym has a great view. Equipment is evenly spaced. One equipment needed repairs and I went to…read morefront desk and Andrew repaired it in 5 min flat! I was able to use right away! Btw... this was leg press. We all need this!

Dirty gym. Old equipment. No presence of cleaners at all. I complained to the General Manager and…read morehe did nothing but say "yeah I know about it, we're getting it worked on. These other reviewers are not wrong. I left LA fitness because 24 hour was cheaper through a work discount and I'm not going to lie, I'm started to doubt my move. LA Fitness always had cleaners cleaning and the bathrooms were always decently cleaned. 24 hour had dust bunnies and trash in the bathroom showing no signs of cleaning In the last 24 hours. What a shame I was excited. I guess I will try the Gladstone location.