I have been going to CP for a month now, and as someone who has not worked out in over a year,…read moretheir classes are a great introductory to getting back into the groove of things. I am not new to Pilates and have done it before so here is my experience and what you can expect: Location[s]: 9.5/10 CP is a national chain and here in the KC area, there are many locations - including a new spot opening in Olathe on 119th. So far, I have visited the 435 and 87th Street location and the 135th and Quivira spot. I prefer the 135th spot because the member population is more diverse and has a better vibe. The type of workout and vibe you get will vary on the location, so keep that in mind. I appreciate the cleanliness of each location and the friendliness of the staff. Pricing: 6.5/10 For an individual drop-in class it is $35. They have a free intro class where you get a 30 minute preview of a full body workout. They also give you a price breakdown at the end of class. I went ahead and signed up for a 3-month membership because I knew I needed to come at least two to three times per week. This is $259/month for 3 months. Keep in mind that your goals are dependent on what you are needing and you may not have to pay that much a month. Personally, if you are just starting out, you can attend a drop-in class once a week and supplement for other workouts. They also have a "four-pack" that you can buy. Membership Offerings: 6/10 They do not offer yearly memberships any longer and you can do a number of classes per month. 4 classes (once a week) can be about $90. 8 classes (twice a week) can be about $150. Unlimited is as many times as you want for $259/mo. Yes, it is pricey and you can definitely hit up a Planet Fitness or Crunch for way less. Instructor Vs Class Type: 5.5/10 I rated this section a little lower. Why? After a month of attending classes, I will say that some of the instructors either do not fully know the flow of the movements (I have seen some instructors looking at clipboards or seemingly pulling workouts from the thin air) or they do movements that have nothing to do with what is scheduled. For example, if I am taking a CP Suspend 1.5 class, (This intermediate workout involves TRX bands.) then I expect the class to be majority TRX workouts, not 5 minutes on the bands and the rest reformer/mat/Bosu. That is not a TRX class. That is just an elevated flow class. I also have had better luck with the more seasoned instructors because they provide more variety and you never do the same movements or flow each time you take their class. Class Offerings: 5.5/10 The classes are booked on the app and each location has 10 reformers available per class. Depending on the location, a class can start as early as 6am. The Cardio Sculpt and Suspend classes are pretty popular, and fill up quickly. I have a busy schedule working full-time and managing kids activities, so it is more difficult to find a class I want to take without waiting. The times I have waited, I was able to get on the list an hour or two on the day of, but it is like a lottery. I have also been in a full class and only half of the attendees show up. I suggest booking the classes you want to take at least two weeks in advance or take a chance and go to a full class. Chances are, you can grab a reformer if people don't show up. I would also like to see the more popular classes offered more than once a week, more than once a day. I also like the classes that start at the :30 mark instead of top of the hour. Instructor diversity & population: 8/10 There are Black instructors and I appreciate the variety of people who attend. (Young, seasoned, just starting out, advanced..) This makes for a good experience and a good vibe. I can also tell that the instructors help one another out and sub when needed. I would also love a more upbeat playlist for the cardio classes. Overall: 6.8/10 CP is a good place to start your fitness journey, but long term, it is not for me. I will stick with my the 3-month membership, but after that, I will be cancelling and attending another studio where I get more of a challenge from master instructors with better class offerings. Further, CP is quite pricey and for what you pay for a 3-month unlimited membership, it is not worth it. What would make it worth the money is: a) more seasoned, energetic instructors, and b) more class offerings, with more accommodating availability and class types. It also exhausting to try to squeeze two classes in a week when most of them are waitlisted. After some light research, there are independently own studios that have better offerings and are less expensive.

This was my first time ever doing Pilates. The studio is very clean and they have nice equipment…read more In person, the front desk staff was very friendly, I didn't have much interaction with the instructor. I decided this place wasn't a fit for me for two reasons. 1. Being the astronomical set up fee on top of the very high monthly fee. They say the set up fee is so you can use the app... over $200 for that? But I can book a drop in class on their website without having to pay the fee. 2. The other is the amount of communication I received prior to my appointments. I received 15 text messages and 4 phone calls before my intro appointment. Every single day, asking if I was still coming. I decided to opt out of a membership package but I did pay for one additional class. When I signed up for it, they didn't even tell me I was added to a waitlist. I paid $34 and I didn't even know I wasn't secured a spot? Luckily I had to call and reschedule so I found out and booked a spot in a class that wasn't full. I received another two text messages and two phone calls with voicemails before that appointment. A nice studio, but the massive amount of communication is not for me. I like gyms with online booking so I can have an easy sign up process with minimal need for follow up.

I love Element Fitness! Been coming here for almost a year now. It feels like a miniature Lifetime…read moreFitness to me - there's a little cafe that offers free coffee & protein shakes, 2 separate studios to do your own private workout if you want but they also offer tons of classes, the locker rooms are really nice and include showers and a dry sauna, and the main gym area has a track plus TONS of workout equipment. It is stocked full of stuff for you to be able to do so many different types of workouts! The staff is super friendly. They make you feel right at home. I love this gym!

My husband and I have belonged to this gym for about a year now and couldn't be happier. They have…read morea really nice balance of weight sections, cardio machines, open spaces for HIIT workouts, and classes. The people who go to this gym make it a relaxed and positive atmosphere with individuals from lots of different walks of life. The locker room is clean, updated, and the sauna is a nice perk.

I Highly recommend this facility if you are trying to get back to function, after surgery. My…read moreexperience has been nothing but positive. I am beginning to feel improvement in only 6 sessions. I know that my road to strength is long...AND I finally feel like I have someone in my court to help me.

This place is awesome. My husband and I I started personal training with Erick, and he has been…read morevery helpful and knowledgeable on what we each specifically need. I always feel better when I leave.

I was disappointed they don't have hydrolounges. Also some of the machines have clear stack drift…read more The lat pulldown and shoulder press machines felt 30-50 lbs heavier than the plate number.

why is close at 8 pm during the regular days?? there where a lot of disappointed people including…read moreme. Lazy staff

Seriously challenging Lagree workout (in the best way)…read more I've now taken two Lagree classes at The Body Lab in Leawood while in town for work, and WOW. This is not a casual workout. For context, I'm a regular reformer Pilates attendee so I'm used to resistance training and core work. Lagree here absolutely humbled me. I was sore for days! the good kind of sore where you know the workout actually did something. I believe my instructor's name was Veronica and she was phenomenal. Clear cues, strong presence, and very attentive. She offered helpful corrections and encouragement without being overwhelming. It felt structured and intentional, not chaotic. The facility itself is: * Super clean * Bright and modern * Well maintained * Easy to navigate Check-in was simple and smooth. The vibe overall was welcoming and not intimidating. They're beginner-friendly but still deliver an advanced-level burn if you're experienced. I love that they also have a Prairie Village location that's on ClassPass! I'll probably book there next time to save a little money but I'll absolutely keep coming back whenever I'm in the Kansas City / Overland Park area for work. I'm tempted to try their heated yoga class, but I'm heat-sensitive and might pass out otherwise I would! If you want a serious, effective Lagree workout in Leawood or Overland Park, The Body Lab is 100% worth it.

I have been coming to The Body Lab now for almost a year & I have say it's the best workout in…read moretown! I've tried multiple studios in the Leawood/plaza/Praire Village areas & this is by far where you want to spend your money & get honest results. Always super clean, fun & motivational programs/competitions, & a FULL body work out. It's ran by a husband and wife & they both are a breath of fresh air with a great team of trainers. The nicest people you'll ever meet & true professionals in their craft. 1st class is always free. 5/5 Go check this place out!!!

I joined this studio a little over a year ago (pre-covid) and they have been amazing. It's the…read morebest workout in town! I like that I can go in for a class and not have to worry about my own programming. All of the fitness guesswork is taken out so I can focus on the workout. Could not recommend them enough!

We've been members off and on with OTF since 2013/2014. We keep coming back. After moving four…read moretimes and now settling into our new home, coming back to OTF just "feels right". The classes are always consistent, challenging and fun! We had the most excellent sign up experience with Dorothy! Super sweet and a pleasure to interact with. You won't be disappointed here!

Barre3 is the most inclusive and welcoming workout space I've found in KC!…read more I was nervous to try Barre3 because I don't have a dance background or much flexibility, but after taking a few classes through ClassPass, I ended up signing up for a membership. The workouts are genuinely fun while still being challenging. Over the last three months, I've taken Strength, Signature, and Mindful Flow classes, and every instructor has done an excellent job programming workouts, offering modifications to make movements either more accessible or more challenging, and giving helpful form cues throughout class. I also appreciate that the class routines change monthly. It gives you enough time to become familiar with the movements, build confidence, and progressively increase weights before transitioning into something new. The studio itself is extremely clean, and they provide everything you need, including mats, weights, blocks, and bands. I especially appreciate that it's not a heated studio and that instructors are intentional about the room environment by adjusting fans, temperature, and lighting so classes stay comfortable and focused. Another thing I've appreciated is how responsive the studio has been to member demand and that they genuinely care about their members. In the few months I've been attending, they've continued adding class times and formats, including convenient 5:45 AM and 5:45 PM options that fit well into a work schedule.

This is one of my favorite workout studios in the city!! I found this studio on ClassPass but ended…read moreup loving it so much that I bought a membership. They offer a student discount which is also a nice benefit! I've been consistently taking barre3 classes for about 6 months and I know I have gotten stronger. It's rare to have a strength class that is focused on lifting weights where the whole class is in sync with the instructor. I also love the signature classes which are more traditional barre. Other barre studios rely on traditional ballet position names, but barre3 is much more accessible in my opinion. The instructors are all wonderful, but I especially love taking classes with Meghan! The studio provides all of the equipment you need, including sweat towels and mats. In a world where the heated studio is taking over, it's nice to have a traditional studio format. The main reason I attend this studio is because they offer a 5:45 am class four days a week. The only thing I would change is that it would be nice to have a mindful flow (yoga focused) class offered later on a week day. Your first class is free, so you have nothing to lose by checking it out!!

This is my absolute favorite workout! Great for my skin, flushing toxins and getting a good sweat…read more 24/7 so I can get my workout in whenever.

This studio is clean and up to date! Love the people and the healing infrared sauna is so healing!…read moreI also love that they have a strength training area so it's not only sauna workouts you have weights and training machines for strength as well!