I love Pure Barre. These workouts have improved my hiking endurance and climbing. It's always…read morechallenging. I love how positive the instructors are. My favorite is that I get a full body workout in under an hour.

I would give pure barre 10 stars if I could. I love this place so much, it is practically my second…read morehome. With a variety of 3 different barre classes, pure barre is a workout for everyone of all ages. Some are in their teens while other superstars are in their 70s. Pure barre is the only workout I have stuck with for so long. At over 800 classes, I can testify it works! I am a better more confident version of myself since coming here. What do I love about purr barre? Well, the workouts are great and exciting. I love switching it up between classic, empower and reform. It is always a challenge. They have some of the best playlists and lets not forget about all of the awesome retail. The instructors and desk workers are fantastic. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly. Each and every class, the instructor walks around the room multiple times to correct your form to make sure you are getting the very best of your workout they encourage you to drop your seat a little lower or make your heels a little higher. They call everyone by name, which I love. Class times are offered every day, almost all day, making it super convenient for anyones schedule. As for the others who attend these classes, they are truly wonderful. I have made so many friends since coming to pure barre. It is a community of amazing women. Thinking about giving it a shot? You absolutely should! With many different membership and class pack options, you're guaranteed to find the right price for you. I would recommend pure barre Mt Lebanon to everyone! A workout that works & you have fun doing, it while making friends & wearing the greatest attire. What more could you ask for?

Defined Pilates is a boutique Pilates studio in Bethel Park. I tried the Defined Mat class, and it…read morewas a perfect blend of energy, strength, and mindfulness. The workout emphasizes core strength, smooth transitions with muscular engagement using a mix of weights and resistance bands. The class is low-impact on the joints but high in effectiveness--expect a serious burn in all the right places! It hurt so good!!! The amazing, skilled, motivating instructor kept saying to think about mind-body connection and I felt that. I really enjoyed this class and my experience. They offer other types of class styles and have the typical reformer Pilates as well- check them out!

Prior to discovering The Yoga Factory, my daily life was dominated by rigidity, chronic stress, and…read moreconstant physical tension. My mind raced with anxiety, my body ached from habitual tightness, and I felt unfulfilled and unhappy overall. After taking the plunge with a one-month trial membership, the transformation has been remarkable. In just three weeks, my anxiety has decreased by 70-80%, my thoughts are calmer and less racing, and--most importantly--my body has begun to release long-held tension, leaving me free from the persistent aches I once accepted as normal. I am deeply grateful to the kind and supportive staff at The Yoga Factory for fostering such a safe, encouraging environment--especially for someone navigating anxiety and body image concerns. This studio has truly transformed my mind, body, and overall well-being. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking positive change.

I love catching a yoga class wherever I visit. I enjoyed the Valentine's Day practice at 6am…read more Great way to start my day.

If you need the gentle stretching and mindful work offered by an experienced, knowledgeable…read moreteacher, the gentle yoga class offered at the north hills branch on Saturday mornings by Shika Pasria is exactly what you are looking for. Shika focuses on mindful breath and healing yourself through meditation. I am an older woman who is enjoying the experience she is offering. Shika urges you to listen to your body, not her voice! You don't need to be an athlete to benefit enormously from this class.

Review #500 !!! Once…read morefree yoga in Schenley Plaza ended for the summer, I was forced to find somewhere new to do yoga in Pittsburgh. The Plaza had amazing instructors from South Hills Power Flow, and I had really high standards going into my search. I also used to practice at the Bikram studio in Lawrenceville, but I have trouble hydrating enough for Bikram. So I was looking for somewhere that had a variety of instructors to try out, but I am pretty open to any style of yoga. I did a lot of research looking into prices, and I settled on trying out Schoolhouse Yoga. You can get a 12 class pass for $100, or $8.33 per class. I really like the different teachers here, and I like that everyone has a different style. It keeps things fresh. Classrooms are kept at a reasonable temperature and are not particularly warm but not too cold either. I really LOVE Jennifer's class because she is this positive and radiant presence in the classroom, and the world just needs more people like her. She is very informative, and she doesn't physically adjust students. I like being adjusted, but I know that is a sore point for a lot of people. Jennifer does more sun salutations and less balancing, and she does a lot of stretching but doesn't leave you holding anything too long. Her yoga 1 class is great, and her yoga 2 is really intense. I love it! Linda is also super informative, but she has a different style. I love her dedication to core strengthening. She does more balancing than Jen, and she really watches that everyone is doing every posture correctly. She asks first but will also do physical adjustments. I also feel like she does a good job working your entire body. She has a very calming presence, and she is super positive. Her Sunday morning class puts me in a great place for the week. Monique's class I wouldn't really consider to be Yoga 1 but more along the lines of gentle stretching. Monique is really pleasant; her style just didn't work for me. This class wasn't for me, but it would be good for anyone with injuries or people who like meditation. I only have a few complaints. 1. The studio is too small. I don't like feeling crammed in, and it feels that way when there are more than about 15-20 people for a class. 2. While most of the people practicing here are super cool, I have felt some shade being thrown by some of the female students. I do sometimes feel unwelcome in the Sunday morning class with Linda, though, as many of the students try to turn the class into a private yoga session. There are some middle-aged women who have conversations all of class and never shut up. It's really inconsiderate. The instructors, however, are all VERY welcoming, and it's worth suffering through this to have class with Linda. 3. The class times are too limited for anyone who has a busy schedule. Most days classes don't start until 9 and the last class starts at 7:30. A 6:00 or 7:00 AM class would be better than having classes in the middle of the day. Due to some of my frustrations, at the beginning of the New Year, I decided to try I am Yoga up the street. They have the $29 for 30 days intro special. With my student discount, their classes are the same price as Schoolhouse, and they are much more conveniently located. However, I am so hooked on Jen and Linda's classes that I cannot wait for my 30 days at I am Yoga to be up. While that studio is much less crammed with a better schedule, I just love the teachers at Schoolhouse more. Overall, other than a few minor complaints, this place is great!

I started going to Yoga Flow in Shadyside through the ClassPass app. I've only gone early in the…read moremorning so there are only a few other people in the class, which I like. I really enjoy that the classes are heated. I've only taken classes with Julianne but she is awesome!

I really love this studio. The instructors make the class challenging and I love how hot the room…read moregets! I look forward to the classes and leave feeling like I accomplished something. Classes can go over the time slot so plan for that

Had a great experience at Flo!! I've only taken from Marissa but she is a great instructor and was…read moreso welcoming. Class was awesome and I was worried an hour would seem never ending in the heat but Marissa motivates you the whole way through. Only note is the instructor mic goes in and out a lot so you may miss some of the cues. Not blaming Marissa at all because I know technical difficulties can be out of our control!! Also the aesthetic of this studio is beautifulllll, will be back!

Flo Yoga Studio, in the South Hills, is a modern, clean, and welcoming space that offers an…read moreexceptional workout experience... all in a heated room. Unique lighting and music, which sets an energizing tone from the moment you step inside, all curated by the instructor!!! With six different class concepts to choose from, there's always something to fit your needs, whether you're looking for a calming yoga session or a high-intensity workout. I loved the Sculpt class. It hurt so good!

I finally tried out V3 on the recommendation of a friend - I wish she had spoken so highly about it…read moreto begin with; I would have gone sooner! The experience was a good one, and if I were going to be staying in Pittsburgh, I would likely buy a membership! I was recommended to V3 after looking for a place in Pittsburgh that does hot yoga. I had heard they were good, but wasn't sure how long I'd be in town, so I didn't sign up for a membership or even take a first visit. That was a mistake. They offer free seven day trial memberships and so I finally went in for a visit. The forrest yoga class was AWESOME. I don't remember the name of the lady who instructed for that class, but I think it was a double name (like Anna Lee). She was friendly and professional, gentle yet challenging. The class was full enough to have comfort in numbers, and small enough to allow the instructor to actually see everyone. She made enough comments throughout the class to give people feedback and encouragement as to their form. Having had some exposure to yoga but not being an expert, the feedback was great! I'd go again, and probably will when I come back for a visit. In the meantime though, it was a worthwhile trip and their prices looked definitely reasonable. *I've been to Core Power Yoga and another major chain. The instructor here was comparable in knowledge to even the "big names", and the atmosphere was definitely more personal. **The class I went to was a hot yoga class; their calendar is on their website which lists which classes are hot classes and which aren't. Major props to them for that one. ***The negative point which stands out the most to me is their reviews on Google maps and places; every review reads as though it could have easily been written by an employee of the facility, and some clearly were. One even included a claim by the owner of "I guarantee it!" If the organization were to remove these artificial reviews, I would recommend V3 much more readily.

Two years ago, I was a yoga newbie…read more I've never been athletic or flexible; I never had good balance. I was a gymnastics and dance school dropout as a child, and I've never liked working out. Plus, I'm in the over-50 demographic. The only reasons I even considered trying yoga were: 1) on the advice of a personal counselor who thought it could help me unwind; and 2) the attractive pricing offered by this studio (then called V3, now called Take Yoga). Honestly, I was hooked from the first day. The instructor for my first class (Leigh Ann) was young but wise, patient and clear in her instructions. She never made me feel as if I "didn't belong," and has been a source of inspiration and encouragement ever since. I am now a faithful practitioner and usually get to two classes a week. I would come more often if I could! Each of the instructors at this studio has a different teaching style, but I have enjoyed all of the classes (even the tough ones, and the hot ones) despite the fact that I'm often the oldest student in the room. The atmosphere is welcoming and non-competitive, and the other students are friendly. Plus, the place is as clean as can be. What yoga has done for me: My balance, posture and strength have improved remarkably. My family has noticed that I'm calmer, and I feel more centered. Yoga has helped every aspect of my life; I'm convinced that it helped me recover from recent foot surgery and now that I'm back on my mat, I'm a happy camper. I highly recommend this studio! Namaste!

I tried to join this studio, but they gave me the wrong time for my first orientation. They…read moreverbally confirmed my second orientation attempt but didn't enter it into the system. They also gave me the wrong pricing. The monitors are way inflated at $120+, and they offer a 50% off deal, except they really don't. The most frustrating part of the weeks-long experience trying to join is they almost never answer the phone. There's no way to easily work out the inaccuracies. Now they have all my personal information so I'm anticipating OTF spam for the rest of my life. If you're not sure about trying this place out, I recommend trying other places first.

Wanted to wait until after completing my first transformation challenge to post so I could talk not…read moreonly experience, but results, as for the price, this matters to me. Highlights: Pros- 1. The instructors- they are friendly and energetic, many take time to encourage class members by name which is real motivation, additionally, they essentially conduct a group personal training session, giving just the perfect amount of personalized attention to ensure perfect form but not so much that you can't go at your own pace. 2. The ambience- the lighting is perfect, dim and cool, the music is great, and the atmosphere is contagious. 3. The results- I get a great sweat every single class, and am seeing and feeling some excellent results, you really can't help but get into shape... and you can do so at your own pace. 4. The cancellation policy- this is definitely a mixed bag, however, knowing I will be charged $12 for a no show or canceling less than 8 hours in advance means when I commit I really commit ( non premier members lose the class, value approx $28). While some people may find this frustrating it is just the extra push I need. Cons- 1. The location- nice spot in the east end but can be a parking challenge 2. The price- I do think it's worth it but at approx $60-$160 a month, it's definitely more than a workout, it's an investment 3. Scheduling- for the most part this has steadily improved and you can count on being able to book two weeks out at 9 pm each evening but sometimes that isn't the case and typically by 5 am the next morning classes are full, I've had to stay up until as late as 1 am to get into a class... or forgotten and been locked out entirely... for $150 a month I almost feel spaces should be guaranteed 4. Technology- sometimes this goes down, once or twice a month since I started, and nothing is done about it... the problem is you then have no record of your workout and the record is a big plus Ultimately, I would highly recommend OTF to anyone who needs an extra dose of motivation, who wants to get fit fast, who struggles to get in a full body burn, who wants to have fun and is ready to invest in themselves!