This review for Darci Kinney-Brawley of Pilates on Purpose is by one of her male clients to help…read moreothers see how much her skills, experience, and caring mean to her patients. I am no stranger to injuries and pain. I have had eight knee surgeries and five total knee replacements. In college, I played on nationally ranked football and wrestling teams, and won Golden Glove heavyweight boxing championships in Ohio & Pennsylvania. I coached football and wrestling at the high school, college, and semi-professional levels, and each had a winning record. Mainly through Darci's extensive training, I was able to, at 81, medal in the CA, National, and World Senior Games in 1-, 2-, & 3-mile power walking events. Thanks Darci!

Pilates on Purpose is a quaint studio equipped with a reformer and all the other necessities to aid…read morein your workout and fitness journey. The class sizes are small, which allows a more intimate setting, and it allows instructors to help guide you with proper form. All of the instructors are great, but I recommend Imani. She has an extensive background in dance, yoga, Pilates, fitness and overall body movement. She had a sweet, graceful demeanor and engaged in every person. She especially helped me correct my form with each exercise, and is an awesome teacher! Her class emphasizes core and strengthening/stretching the hips, lower back, shoulders, groin and abs. The staff are all so friendly and Pilates is a good tool to enhance your fitness goals, gain strength and gain a super strong core. Pilates on Purpose offers a complimentary price for your first class! Not only do I recommend, but I will attend again!

The studio is well lit and has a lot of natural lighting. You must be there early to find a parking…read morespace. The class I took was with Paige, I told her I was new and she gave me a break down of the reformer. Paige really motivated the class and kept me going when I wanted to stop for a break. She was friendly and motivating. I was shaking through the whole workout ‍

Newport is FILLED with pilates studios and this place lost a customer. Ownership only cares about…read moremoney and absolutely does not care about you as a customer. Parking is terrible. You either get a good instructor or someone who is rude and not warm. I used to come here because of proximity to my house now I will go somewhere else thats further away for a better experience.

I have gone to 9 different Pilates classes/studios in the past 2 weeks and Sofia was the BEST…read morepilates instructor that I had a class with. She was soooo kind, helpful, and encouraging. Before class started, she went around to each person asking how they were, seeing what modifications they needed, and explained the reformer and class thoroughly. During the class, she communicated very detailed and was really helpful in demonstrating the different sets and techniques. After class, she went around to every person asking how the class was for them. I really appreciated how present and engaged she was with everyone! The studio was clean, cozy, and well equipped. It had a lot of reformers with towers and had all the tools needed for the workout. I did the a** and abs workout and it was great. It definitely pushed me and I just know i'm going to feel sore tomorrow! Extras- Parking is great! Right outside the studio. They are soooo welcoming as you come in! There's a shelf to put your belongings, a water station, and a bathroom. Thank you again! See you again soon :)

My first time at a Studio X and I really liked the Costa Mesa location!…read more First pro: parking is super easy and free!!! Secondly, the instructor came up to us and asked us about any modifications needed. I thought that was nice because believe it or not, not a lot of instructors take this initiative to go up to students. Sophia was really kind and helped us with our posture and form throughout the class. The machines were clean and easy to use. This was my first time using the tower and I enjoyed it! Her class flow was so good and I felt like I got a very balanced workout because we worked on everything. The beginner class is still challenging for me so it's gonna be a while before I move up a level haha. Music: it was kind of like EDM? I really liked it. And yes they have a bathroom! Surprisingly not all studios have one. I can't wait to come back again!

I've been taking Lagree classes at this Costa Mesa studio for about three years and have always had…read morea great experience with the instructors--everyone has consistently been professional, friendly, and welcoming. Unfortunately, we had a very unpleasant interaction with an instructor named Anika after class today. My husband came with me as my guest. The app wouldn't allow me to check him in because it said he hadn't signed a waiver. However, we took a class together last Saturday and this wasn't required then, so the process was confusing. This was only his second time attending as my guest. After class, we were asking the instructor we took our class with and the instructor for the next class, Anika, on how to go about the process of signing the waiver and checking in. Anika's tone was very rude and condescending. Eventually we ended up in the corner area with the instructor from the class we had just taken, who was kindly helping my husband create an account and sign the waiver. While this was happening, Anika approached us and told us that we needed to leave because her class was starting. At the same time, she also insisted that my husband had to sign the waiver before we could leave. This was confusing because her class hadn't even started yet--the clients were still arriving--and we were already in the process of completing what she said needed to be done. The issue wasn't the policy itself, but the way it was communicated. Her tone was rude and condescending toward my husband and our friends who were with us. My husband and two friends, who have also been taking classes here with me for years, were all surprised by how we were spoken to. We've never experienced this type of interaction with any other instructor at the studio. We truly enjoy this studio and the Lagree classes, which is why this interaction stood out so much. I just hope future situations like this can be handled with clearer communication and a more courteous approach.

I tried Be Fit Pilates for about three months with one of their memberships, and unfortunately my…read moreexperience was mixed. Some of the instructors were very friendly and welcoming, but others came across as uninterested and not very approachable. One thing that stood out to me was the lack of posture correction or guidance during class. Even when it seemed like people were struggling, there wasn't much hands-on help from the trainers. In a Pilates class, proper form is really important, so that was disappointing. I really wanted to love this place because the studio itself is nice, but overall the experience didn't meet my expectations.

Had the best time at Newport Peach Such a fun workout and definitely humbling in the best way.. I…read morethought the step and lighter weights would be easy... meanwhile by the end I was SWEATING. The whole aesthetic is so cute, very nostalgic 90s vibe, and the instructor brought such great energy. Everyone was super welcoming too. It was also really sweet seeing the moms coming out of the mother's class with their little babies when we finished Loved switching up my routine with something different and fun. Thank you for such a great class!

I'm in month 11 of working out at Newport Peach. That's a first in terms of longevity for me, so I…read morecan confidently say this place is Best in Class ... and sass! The very first time I went, I limped out and could barely move for 2 days (I was really out of shape). But I couldn't wait to go back. You can see the thought that has gone into creating this studio - from disco balls to live plants to lighting that is adjusted throughout class to create the right moods. The mural wall is the latest addition and it brought the fun factor from a 9 to a 10. The space accommodates 12-15 per class - most of the morning Peach Step classes I've taken range from 6-12, which feels just right for energy without being overwhelming. The awesome-factor continues with the instructors. They all care, they're well-trained, and they deliver sessions focused on strengthening and toning the female body. They're also queens of playlists that keep us moving and having fun! I trust them and I'm thankful for how hard they get me to work. I'd highly recommend Brittney or Reme, especially if you're checking it out for the first time. Newport Peaches come in all shapes and ages - ranging from 20s through 60s, it's a space for everyone. And that's not just a tagline, it's a real feeling among the women who work out there.

First time doing pilates on a reformer and this place is awesome. Classes are very intimate,…read moreworkouts are great, and I am always left feeling sore the next day. Instructors are great about modifying any workouts so that your needs are met. Only complaint is the mirror placement, as some others have mentioned. As a newbie, I like to be able to see my form, and the mirrors are staggered so you can't see yourself.

Was able to take a Coeur Reformer class with Alexa and throughly enjoyed my experience! She was…read moreable to create an intense workout while still prioritizing balance and form. I love this location because of the convenience, intimacy of the class, ease of parking, and proximity to home. In addition, as someone who has a variable schedule, this studio I've found has the most availability for classes. However, getting to trial classes at some of the other locations (Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley), there is only one con of taking workout classes here: the mirror set up! While I was taking the class, I was in a place where I couldn't see myself in the mirror and look at my form which was unfortunate. My instructor Alexa was kind enough to give me and several others who were in the middle of mirrors form corrections throughout the class. Otherwise, this would get 5 stars from me!

Escape Pilates...what can I say...I'm in love already! Such a cool spot and I love that the garage…read moredoor is open for some fresh air. I intentionally booked a class with Sol because I heard so many good things about her. Wow she did not disappoint. I already booked my next class with her. Good quality machines and equipment. The machines aren't too close to each other and there is a cubby space at each spot where you place your items in. 10/10 highly recommend I can see myself coming here a lot in the future. Wish it was closer to where I live but the quality of instruction you're getting is worth the drive. Parking: free and plenty

Tried out escape pilates for the first time this morning! I took a class with Emily and she was…read moregreat. I loved the reformers, the pace of the class, and the music. Emily also explained each movement in a way that was easy to understand and follow. I appreciated that although i'm newer to pilates, I never felt out of place or behind. I felt like we were all at different fitness levels and there was a comfortability and encouragement in that. The studio itself was cool, it was in a garage style space. It was nice to have the garage door open to get that fresh air and breeze. There was also lots of parking which was nice! I also appreciated that they had a reformer machine in the front in case people needed to learn how to use it. Thanks Emily!