I am JEALOUS of you Oakdale peeps, as you have the good fortune to see Karinne. I have been working…read morewith Karinne for 5+ years now (see my reviews of Karinne at Real People Pilates in Berkeley) and each year she becomes MORE integral to my well being and core strength (not to mention abs). :) What distinguishes Karinne from the average pilates teacher is the following: 1. instantly modifes exercises to work around injuries while still making you work but not putting you in pain afterwards 2. focus on alignment & control - small circles harder than big circles 3. works the entire body in one session - arms, legs, core, back 4. pays attention to problem areas- will pause and ask you to do neck stretches if she sees your neck tensing up; if you tell her you want to reduce bra flab, she'll work your mid-back as well. 5. precise cues - succinct language or visual demos 6. homework - ask and she will give you exercises to do at home Whether I am injured or not, Karinne makes me work (i.e. feel the burn) while being careful to not cause me pain during or after our session. I have tried other pilates teachers, personal trainers and No One Can Work My Body Safely Like Karinne Can. She has X-RAY VISION, I swear and no matter how many layers of clothes I wear, she knows when I am not contracting my transverse abdominis, when I am shortening my right side, when I am not sitting on my right glut (so more weight on left side). She can also tell me when I am not putting enough weight on the outside of my feet (I tend to over pronate when I walk) and when I mentioned knee pain from a past knee injury from yoga, she watched me walk and gave me simple advice - more weight to outside of feet and point knees inward so in line with 2nd and 3rd toes - and the knee pain went away. How cool is that? Karinne has a wide range of clients: non-athletes, yogis, gymnasts, dancers, runners, teens, to people in their 70's, injured people. Her sunny disposition, humorous wit and positive outlook can dispel even the sourest of moods should happen to be in one. As a former bikram yoga teacher who has high standards for teachers of movement (pilates, yoga, dance, etc.), Karinne is the BEST. Take advantage of Karinne's time in Oakdale. I want her BACK in Berkeley.

Karinne is one of the most intuitive, precise, and kind people I have ever had the privilege of…read moreworking with. I wish I could work out with her every single day! Not only do I see her for Pilates as often as I possibly can, but my mother and father both see Karinne, and they are both so much taller and stronger since they started! As a massage therapist and yoga teacher, I am very aware of my body. To have Karinne explain the movement, the breath, and tell me which muscles should be doing the work has helped me create strength and balance that I never could have imagined in my body. Karinne has that special something you want in a teacher: she can walk you through the exercises in a way that makes sense, and she will push you just a tiny bit past your comfort zone so that you can grow. I couldn't recommend her more!

My review is for the trainers and the Pilates reformer classes…read more I've had a wonderful experience with every trainer there so far, and I've been shopping around looking for the right Pilates studio and am finding that it can be difficult to find a place where every trainer is very intuitive and educated on the body. I have gotten a great workout every time, but never really felt like I was super pushed past my limits. Great studio, great staff and truly enjoy the reformer classes!

Great community and vibe clean studio and very supportive staff. I have beet to a lot of studios…read moreand this one is special.

My favorite gym of all time. You have extremely professional & knowledgeable instructors, small…read moreclasses and everyone is supportive of each other. I feel great after each class, and laugh throughout them... some of the instructors are hilarious! Highly recommended!!

I love how each class can be adaptive to where ever you are in your fitness goals. The instructors…read moreare knowledgeable and take the time to work with you. It's a very upbeat and a fun way to get your workout on!

I love how it's small and less crowded than other gyms. I like that there is limited space and need…read moreto rsvp for a spot. I take advantage of the shower after to rinse off. I use the weights as well with the help of the on screen workouts.

I took advantage of the free workout and was instantly sold! The facility is exceptionally clean,…read morethe staff is helpful, knowledgable, and kind and having 24-hour access and the freedom to book sessions based on personal availability is a huge plus. I like the Hot Stretch class for recovery from my workouts at my other gym, but the yoga and pilates classes are great, too. There is also a free weights area in the back on the facility for a weight workout. The benefits of the infrared lights and working out in the elevated temperatures made this a no-brainer to sign up for a membership.

Elevate Community Yoga is the hidden gem of Modesto! I was new to the area and looking to restart…read moremy yoga practice after a 6 year break. Once I walked into Elevate's studio I knew I found my place and my people. The community here is so special, the studio is inviting and has everything you need whether you are a beginner or have lots of experience. Ellen's class on Sundays are my weekend staple, she has a way of approaching the class that is both challenging but also meets you where you are in your experience level. She is kind, approachable and experienced. The owners Cat and Paul and wonderful people, they have created an incredible environment for the community and they are invested in their guests experience. Each instructor brings something unique and special to the class and I highly recommend checking this place out.

I've taken multiple classes here in the past and all the instructors have been excellent! Being a…read morepractitioner of yoga for many decades, I can sincerely testify to the quality of this yoga studio. It is an oasis in Modesto. Today I took Cat's chair yoga class and loved it, as I'm just getting back into practice after some recent health issues. I was thrilled to be introduced to her. She & her husband own the studio and it is truly "elevating".

Cute local yoga studio that offers a variety of classes, ranging from gentle candlelight…read morerestorative to active vinyasa flow! So many kind and dynamic teachers here! Reasonable prices and "community classes" are only $10!

My husband, Brad, and I have been attending I Am Yoga Wellness Studio for about 2 years now. We…read moreboth enjoy the yoga sessions. I will be 70 years old next month and doing yoga 3 times a week has kept me pain free and mobile. All of the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. As our yogi says "The light in me sees and honors the light in each one of you".

From the first step in to The Studio, I felt welcomed and encouraged. As someone who was a very…read morecompetitive (and still am) athlete, sports were my life. I had such a fixation around, my workouts, and that they needed to be HIIT type classes, and I needed to feel the soreness, for it to have been a good workout. Boy, was I wrong. I have stepped outside my comfort zone, since getting older, and having some knee, ankle issues and Pilates is the ONE thing that doesn't hurt either of them. I get a great workout in, while being kind to my body and joints, and each and every instructor I have seen, takes the time to ask about you, your issues and helps adjust as needed. 10/10 recommend The Studio and their classes.

From the owner: We are a small town, small business, women owned boutique Pilates and Yoga Studio. We host many…read moretown events and offer group classes as well as one on one training. From Pilates mat, reformer, chair to Yoga and meditation, we have it all. We hope you can join us soon!

I wish there were ten stars, because if there were Now and Zen Yoga would earn them…read more Every class i have ever attended here has always been wonderful, soothing and fun. I attended an All Level Yoga class tonight 4/26/26 with Monica and she is a great teacher. I had let her know during class that I had sprained my left ankle a little bit and she had me adjust my techniques so I would be putting no strain on my ankle and during class she allowed me to adjust my techniques as I needed to. That's a sign of an excellent instructor and I am so grateful and relaxed now. I was feeling grumpy before class and that vibe has become happy. Thank you Deb and Bill for creating a wonderful space and for having wonderful teachers. I highly recommend coming here. They're The Best in San Joaquin County!

Now & Zen Yoga Studio has the best welcoming vibe! With a variety of classes offered from several…read moredifferent types of Yoga, Mat Pilates, Sculpt classes, and Barre, it's easy to find classes that work for you, your body, and your schedule. The owners (Deb, Bill, & Liana) are the kindest people in Lodi, and it's no wonder this studio has been successful in Lodi for over 22 years. Highly recommend 10/10.