I finally found the place with answers to all my questions!…read moreI have been working out regularly for almost two years, but still struggled with back and neck pain. After losing 60 lbs and gaining much strength, I still had issues with pain, so bad that sometimes I had a hard time just getting through the day. When I met Miranda, I was immediately impressed with her knowledge of muscle relationship and function. When she started working with me, I was amazed! I'm just beginning to learn about all the benefits of Pilates, but the work Miranda has done on my body is already awarding me with great results. I truly feel that this place and Miranda are my missing link in my fitness journey!!

Miranda was my Pilates go to back in 2006. I found her personal studio last spring and couldn't be…read morehappier. She's always connecting personally to each of us through out our hour of Pilates. She's constantly going to retreats to give us fresh updated Pilates classes. Miranda has helped me recover from total knee replacement. Mind Body Strength ! Thank you Miranda

I have been a member of KaiaFIT for 3 years now. it has kept me coming back day after day, which…read moreisn't easy when it comes to joining a gym. The Kaia community is an embracing and inviting one with lots of fun nuances that keep it from ever getting boring or routine. The diversity of classes and their straight forward approach really works for my schedule! I would recommend Kaia for any womanlooking to get fit! it's worth the money and time!

The program in Chico is brand new, maybe about 6 months. Classes are held in an uninsulated…read morewarehouse space on Hegan Lane. Equipment consists of a dozen yoga mats, some strength bands, a half dozen kettle bells taped to look like purses, and chin-up bars. The gym does not have bathroom facilities such as showers, but it does have a water cooler. I can understand and even overlook the spartan conditions considering that it's such a fledgling program. However the uninsulated building is a problem. Remember the scene from Rocky where Stallone exercises inside a meat locker punching away at a side of beef? Conditions inside the gym in the mornings aren't that far off! Don't get me wrong, I'm no wimp. Heck, I just got back from a winter camping trip over New Years where I endured freezing temperatures for just under a week. The problem with the gym is the combination of sweating and cold combined; it's just not good. Obviously having just joined, I have no idea what summers are like, but I can't image they are pleasant in Chico's triple digit heat! The other limitation of the gym are its hours. Kaia FIT holds four classes a day, and that is it. Unless a class is being held, the gym is not open for members to exercise. This is far from being a full service fitness facility, and considering what you pay, it isn't a great deal. The one feature Kaia does provide is a single sex environment; men are not allowed. But unless you really have issues exercising in mixed company, I would take my money elsewhere. If honest local poster like me are getting their reviews scrubbed from Yelp, I wouldn't trust them.

I highly recommend Elite Barré fitness studio. This place is a hidden gem. If you want to get in…read moreshape, yet still have fun this is the place for you. If you've never tried Barré I suggest you come take a trial class to check it out. Unlike bigger facilities. when you join Barré the instructors will know your name from day one. Michelle, the owner has made this into a warm welcoming environment. The classes I've attended so far have all been females. The instruction is set to any level or size and you will benefit as long as you keep moving. I am making my way through the instructors and have enjoyed everyone I've had so far. They all provide a Barré/pilates type class but each person does it a little different. This is one small business we should support. You won't regret it.

Seriously girls, if you are looking for total body workout you've gotta try this studio out! It's…read morea total body sculpting and toning workout from head to toe. Not to mention some of the most encouraging women I've ever met -from the owner, instructors, and fellow barre babes. Try your first class free to see what you think. There's even a fantastic 2 week rate to try it out, because we all know you've gotta try something more than once to see if it's a good fit! If you are looking for a body transformation this is the place to go and it's great for every level of fitness.

Francesca was extremely helpful on the phone listening to my issues and needs for strengthening my…read morecore due to disc related back pain. Even though my schedule didn't fit for working with her my contact with her made me feel she is a really knowledgeable and dedicated Pilates instructor . If I can change my schedule I'd work with her right away .

Francesca really knows what she's doing. I get incredible workouts that are customized, exciting…read moreand show results. She inspires me to attain my goals for flexibility and strength with her unique brand of barre and detail oriented Pilates sessions. A gem on School Street in Ukiah.

Love! Love! Love!…read more When I first moved into this area, I was looking for a new exercise that I would love. I went to various studios: cycling, yoga, pilates, HIIT, infrared studios, and then I went to Pure Barre. Why it was different for me? Five years ago it was hard, today, it's still really hard. You're body gets better and you get stronger, and even though the workout is the same, it's still hard. How the heck does that make sense? Your form gets better so the intensity goes up, you continue to "find your shake" as they say. I still crawl out of there, but I go to turn of my watch and I'd burn anywhere from 250-350 calories consistently in a 50min class. Bonus: you become part of a community. Literally you walk in the door and the staff will greet you by name, don't ask me how they remember after seeing you one time, but it's like walking into Cheers! (only the older ones will get that). Everyone has been kind and welcoming including the other members. If you haven't tried it, I highly recommend! But don't quit after the first one, let it challenge you!

I bought a Groupon for this studio for 10 classes and so far I love it! They provide any extra…read moreequipment needed like bands, mats and exercise balls. The instructors are also super great, they take time to correct form as needed but the class is fast paced and totally easy to follow if you have some barre experience. The studio is also stocked with cute workout clothes and socks are available for purchase, grip socks are needed for every workout. The room is a pretty good size and not crowded at all so I had plenty of room for all the complicated moves I probably failed at. I can't wait to finish up my classes and possibly stay for more!

My friend and I had the most perfect workout class and spa day here at Body Heat. We purchased a…read moredrop in class and started our morning with a hot Pilates class. The class was fairly challenging but there were options to make it easier or harder, depending on your level. Afterwards we were able to enjoy the spa amenities! They had various rooms and devices. We did 40min in the dry sauna, rinsed off, a couple minutes in the red light, and finished with a couple minutes in the cold plunge. The sauna and cold plunges were able to accommodate two persons at once so I can see this being a great couples activity. Afterwards my body felt so amazing and relaxed! All the spaces were so clean and felt new. The bathrooms were very clean as well and provided shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the showers. I believe we met the owner at the front desk and she was so sweet and accommodating. She helped us navigate all the spaces of the spa and provided clean towels and eye masks. I'm not local to Sacramento but I'm definitely paying this place another visit whenever I'm back in town. Highly recommend!

I love this place! I am a morning person and always want to do everything early and I am thankful…read morethe classes here start as early as 5am. It fits so perfectly with my schedule! Also, the staff here are one of the biggest reasons that makes me continue to go back..I tried this place recently with my friend and we didn't know we were going to love it as much as we do now. We ended up deciding to get a membership together and I love the feeling I get after a workout here. April and Bianca are very good instructors and I am so glad they are there at Body Heat. I never want to miss their classes because I love how it makes me feel after I am finished.. it honestly just makes my day better. Thank you Body Heat

I keep calling, leaving messages and emailing wanting to get started as a new client. No response…read morewhatsoever.

Studio Six (Shelby & Brooke) has changed my life! I came in as a newby to Pilates and was…read moretransformed way more than expected. Not only is Shelby VERY knowledgeable about the body and diagnosing areas of strength/weakness/injury, she also is very passionate about helping you see and feel results. I worked out with her twice a week for about a year all the way through the final few weeks of my first pregnancy. She (and Pilates) really helped me prepare for having a baby physically and mentally. There were many days when the nausea and exhaustion that can sometimes come with pregnancy would make me want to miss a class, but I knew I would be encouraged and glad to have made it once I got to spend time with Shelby and Brooke. I couldn't imagine what I would be like without having been introduced to Pilates. If you're looking for a work out that is carefully designed for your level of experience, or even just a new way of thinking about how your body is designed to maintain proper health, then certainly I would recommend Studio Six. I've been to many other yoga studios, taken lots of gym classes, and worked out with trainers, but Shelby tops them all in terms of knowledge about the body and health. I just can't say enough about her or this studio!

Been weightlifting for years and it was starting to become a little monotonous. Was searching for a…read morenew type of workout to get excited about. Enter **LAGREE**. Heard about it from a girlfriend at work, and fell in love! I've been going since October, and can feel myself getting stronger, physically but also mentally. The instructors are all super friendly and motivating. I'm sweating literal puddles during each session, and I walk out feeling like a badass. If you're on the fence about joining, just do it! You won't regret it.

This was my second attempt back at the studio and I am glad I gave it another try. When I first…read morecame, it was overwhelming and I had NO idea what was going. I swore it off however I went and tried other studios where I could get more confident and understand the form. So coming back to Instaphysique I had more of a foundational knowledge and knew what was ahead of me. But not only that but you also start to find instructors that you prefer their cues and/or energy and that makes a HUGE difference. I love my classes Kristin and Marisa. Clear cues and they have no mercy on my hammies and booty cheeks - but in a good way. When I started I was 5 months postpartum and they were very dedicated to giving me modifications but as soon as my strength started to build again, they challenged me without being pushy or making me feel bad if I couldn't follow. Some tactical things: parking is great in the morning but once 12p and beyond hit, you're fighting lunch and dinner crowds in the parking lot. Not impossible but just not princess parking. There are two clean restrooms in the studio. There isn't really a designated bag/shoe place but you can have it at your station or against the wall. Classes are a bit pricey, I have a membership to cut some cost. However, it's a great 40 minutes and it goes by super fast. I find it to be a VERY efficient burn.

Today my bf I and tried a dynamic Pilates class with Sharon for the very first time, and I LOVED…read moreIT!! It was a great workout, and I felt like I really worked after. She explained everything really well, and made us feel very welcome. 10/10 recommend!

I love this place!! I've been trying different places in the area for the past year, and Ulu is the…read moreperfect fit. Amazing instructors, and the classes are the perfect amount of challenging. It's a small studio, so the classes are never over crowded and instructors really take the time to get to know people and personalize the workouts. I only wish they had more early morning classes so I could go before work, but honestly I love the classes so much I don't mind going at night.