I signed up for the trial week, to see how I would adjust to the studio/atmosphere, and also…read morebecause I wanted to try hot yoga. As busy as that shopping center is, parking is generally always available ( and free for anyone unfamiliar with the area). The instructors are very warm and welcoming and gave me all the information I needed to prepare for my first class. The trial week was awesome. The hot yoga classes (also known as HPF) are super-hot, however, it's an incredible workout. I had the pleasure of having Jocelyn and Remi as my instructors and they were WONDERFUL. Very patient, and had such great auras... I enjoyed the trial week so much, that I've decided to commit to this studio. The fellow yogi's in the HPF classes are really cool too, so the community feel is definitely a plus

Danielle's 6am class was terrible. She complained the whole time when she was doing the movements…read morealong with us about how hard they were. She had nothing correctly planned out and would yell at us to move in ways were our form wouldn't be correct.

Can't say more good things about the work the team does here. Ryan has put together an incredible…read moreteam and helped me identify what my goals were up front. He's program includes an easy to follow eating program that genuinely creates good habits without throwing how you want to eat on its head. He provides different recipes for different meals to help get you started or find ways to fix that sweet tooth craving. The workouts are amazing and kick my butt. In just a month, I've notified a considerable difference in how I look and can't wait for my workouts with bri. If you're looking to loose weight, put on muscle, start healthy eating habits, or have someone help keep you accountable, YOU CANNOT GO WRONG WITH RYAN AND HIS TEAM!

This gym seemed like a great idea. I had a personal referral. I did a consultation and Ryan was…read moreawesome. He explained everything in detail. I was interested in the 6 week challenge. However, my partner did not think it was fiscally responsible to pay $800 for 6 week challenge right now, but next month would work. When I informed Ryan that I cannot make the commitment "right now" but will love to join "later". His response was "we don't do be backs" and ignored my message about returning. I am left to assume that I am no longer able to join the gym at any time in the future so, I want to say if you're not absolutely sure you can spend the money, do not go to this place. As a fellow business owner, this could have been handled better and with more decorum.

A great experience for a first timer…read more Let's start with the basics, parking was easy and convenient (free too for anyone unfamiliar with the area). The young lady at the check in desk was very sweet. They have lockers positioned in the front, which is convenient for you to put your things in there. They sell water and energy drinks if needed. The studio is very clean and very well kept as well. Amanda was my instructor and what a joy she was. I was very nervous as it was my first time taking a Pilates class. Not to mention , I signed up (unbeknownst to me at the time) one of the harder classes. I thought to myself, yikes! Maybe I should come back to a beginner's level class. But Amanda was so encouraging, and informed me I could modify some movements, and she mentioned that she would position me near some folks who are pretty seasoned and would be able to help if I needed some guidance. I didn't know exactly what I was expecting, but that class kicked every ounce of my butt, but in the same breath, I will also say it's probably the best workout I have ever done. I worked parts of my body that I didn't even know existed lol! There were so many moments throughout the class that I thought to myself... Can I make it through? But Amanda was right there cheering me on and motivating me every moment of the way. This definitely exceeded my expectations for a first time Pilates experience. As difficult as the workout was for me... I made it through :) and since I was so proud that I did, I booked myself another class next week. I have to give another kudos to Amanda, I think having the right instructor when it comes to any workout class, plays a big part on your ability to push yourself through.

I had my first class on Monday & Adriana our Instructor did a great job for newbies such as myself…read more Her pre-class instructions were clear which made following her quick prompts during class easier to navigate. Over the past week, the additional classes I took had the same great & some intense Instructors with the same objective of pushing you to finish strong. One Instructor had me say a few choice words to myself after class, yet all with love & light. & only after the next day of recovery - LOL. The encouraging emails after your class simply rock...or should I say glide? I give myself a B- for showing up & returning with no shame in taking breaks during class to recalibrate my lower back/core, hence why I'm here. Agreed that the membership prices are a little steep. However, the 2 Week Unlimited offer is the right opportunity to learn a new fitness regime & boost your overall health before making any commitments. Regardless of which Instructor is at the front desk everyone is welcoming & engaging while motivating you not to walk out the door - *smile*. Very good client service across the "Sweatlana" board.

Everything! I absolutely love Pure Barre. It's wonderful for my physical, and for my mental…read morehealth. I always feel happy and proud after every workout. The instructors are fantastic. Every time I finish class, I know they are going to be positive and smiling. I would highly recommend this to all ages.

I absolutely love this location and Mona the instructor and Christie the Owner are so welcoming…read more Everyone is always so nice and encouraging I look forward to the variety of classes and even want to go on Sundays! It was so challenging but very rewarding. My entire body is the most sore I've ever been in my life though However, I have a lot of lingo to learn and definitely need to practice my poses. Would highly recommend not just for a good workout but have made really good friends going too! Thanks so much Mona and Christine- I recommend this studio to everyone!

If you are using or thinking about using Just Yoga in Sandy Springs, do not use a debit card to…read moremake payments. After Bikram Marietta closed in November, I, unfortunately, tried Just Yoga. Although I did not like the dictatorial style of teaching by Julie, the owner, I did like other instructors and decided to give it one more month for January. I paid $80 for January and after a few more classes, decided the very rigid teaching style of the owner was too much. The payment was for one month and not as an automatic monthly charge. I never use debit for reoccurring charges because there is no recourse. Credit cards do allow disputes on unauthorized charges. Julie continued to charge my debit card for the next six months. I rarely review debit transactions. only credit card charges, and did not see the reoccurring charges until June. I called Julie to get the charges credited back. She refused and would not accept that I had only agreed to the January charge, not a reoccurring monthly charge. This would have NEVER occurred at Bikram Marietta and I regret more than before that Nadra had to close the studio. If you use Just Yoga, pay in CASH. Do Not use a debit card and I advise against keeping a credit card on file.

***This review is for Julie Benham's 26/2 hot yoga class at Just Yoga. This studio also features a…read more"hot flow" class taught by another teacher, but I don't study other types of yoga so I can't comment on their efficacy.*** This is it. Just Yoga. Real hot yoga with nothing extraneous. Julie Benham is an expert in the 26-2 and is focused on helping others heal themselves and grow stronger in the process. She studies the science of yoga, and is a constant learning type - so her knowledge is not stale or copypasta. You'll learn something new every day, if you listen. I've practiced the 26 postures of hot yoga under many guises and in studios all over Atlanta and the country. This is the first space I've found where the energy in the studio is completely neutral, the space is visually quiet and the teacher is tuned into what is going on in her students' bodies. Her voice gets in your mind and helps you turn all your thoughts directly to your breath and movement. I'm inspired by Julie's teaching style and I look forward to practicing here as often as I can. Oh yeah, one more thing: she doesn't stick to the dialogue, but for the first time in my practice, I can say this is a good thing. You'll see.

Pilates Tutor is an awesome place! The instructors are…read morewonderful, the other clients are so friendly, and the studio is beautiful (and clean!). They definitely know how to make getting in shape feel great.

This place has helped my back and legs after knee surgery. Instructors are great and it's a fun…read moreplace to workout !

I have been going about 4 days a week for the past 1.5 months to Team Octopus. The people are…read morefriendly and the coaches are great. I take Kickboxing with Richard and Performance Fitness with Q although the gym offers other activities like jiu jitsu and muay thai. Richard and Q are the bomb diggity! No doubt. I am super not into working out and was as weak as a twig when I first started. However, the coaches, especially Q, really pay attention to your form and makes sure it's correct. My snatches and deadlifts were janky AF before going here. The Performance Fitness class he teaches are similar to Crossfit. They consists of a combination of weights and high intensity interval training exercises. Richard's Kickboxing classes are also great and he teaches us different techniques frequently. The exercises are not mundane and you get a good cardio workout. My svelte figure hasn't emerged yet, but I am stronger now and look forward to working out. Woot! I don't even know who I am anymore.

Unethical business practices. You can't just cancel the membership if you decide it doesn't work…read moreout. They will charge you hundreds of dollars regardless of whether you use the gym or not. Then if you don't pay, they will send your account to collections and DESTROY YOUR CREDIT!!! I have had perfect credit my entire life until these people continued to charge me for a membership I cancelled. I received no communication from the company at all and had no idea they were racking up charges on my account. I didn't realize until I was getting prequalified for a loan that Chamblee Team Octopus charged my account over $1100 and then sent the account into collections! My credit score dropped over 100 POINTS!!! And I had only been to the gym one time when I initially signed up! Shame on these people. When I called the business to inquire about this issue, they cited a 60-day notice policy to cancel and said I must pay nearly $400 to get my account out of collections. SERIOUSLY, BUYER BEWARE

Another day, another Highland Yoga location! As I've been exploring different studios, I decided to…read morecheck out the Sandy Springs location, and it definitely did not disappoint. First things first... let's talk about the parking. Parking is free and conveniently located directly in front of the studio. If you're familiar with the Sandy Springs area, it's in the same shopping center as Kroger, making it incredibly easy to find and access. My instructor for this class was Dayna, and she was so warm and welcoming. One thing that really stood out to me was that she immediately recognized I was new to this location. Rather than simply checking me in, she offered to give me a quick tour of the studio and shared a little about Highland Yoga before class started. That extra personal touch made me feel genuinely welcomed, and it's something I always appreciate when trying a new location. The studio itself is spacious, clean, and very well maintained--consistent with the experience I've had at the other Highland Yoga studios I've visited. It's clear they take pride in creating a comfortable environment for their members. Another bonus for me was the class schedule. They offer an 8:15 a.m. class, which I found to be the perfect middle ground. It's early enough that you can get your workout in and still have plenty of time to tackle the rest of your day afterward. Overall, this was another wonderful Highland Yoga experience. Dayna's kindness and hospitality really made this location memorable, and I would absolutely return to take another class with her.

This was an outstanding class. This is hot yoga, not traditional Bikram. I took Jen's Flo class at…read more12 o'clock on Saturday. It was excellent. Great strong flow with strength techniques and music that helps condition the body. The heat is just right for your muscles to get the warm-up they need. I've been working through a shoulder injury, and this was a perfect class for it