Where do I start! As other clients of Naya's have shared, she is caring and nurturing! We all have…read morevarious needs, modifications, and unique goals! Naya calmly accommodates, suggests, and corrects us to maintain the goal of improving our health and reducing the risk of injury! Yay! Naya is fun, funny and has a magical way of connecting with people! Thank you Naya for you guidance, patience and warmth! You rock!

How am I just now reviewing this business! I was lucky enough to meet Naya ages ago and find her to…read morebe one of the most caring and nurturing people in the fitness industry. She is genuine, thoughtful, and actually cares about the integrity of your body and your overall well-being. I have known her to go out of her way to help people with back injuries and given them life changing advice, but you have to be willing to do the stretches. I do them and they feel great! As a fitness instructor I find her to be attentive and well spoken. Her instructions are clear and descriptive which helps me keep track of thinks like my lower back and other movements that might actually cause injury. So many instructors forget to make adjustments and keep you aware of posture etc. Her ques and explanation of how and why things work keep me interested during the workouts. As a formerly injured individual, her passion is likely helping people prevent or recover from injury, however others looking for body sculpting and weight loss can benefit from her routines. I really can't say enough great things about Naya and her company. If you can't get to her studio or gym classes the remote, ONLINE classes are really top notch especially when I'm out of town. So check her out, in person or virtually, you won't be disappointed.

Sara is excellent at knowing what to do to keep my bones strong. I have neck and back issues and…read moreshe knows how to keep me strong.

I have been training with Sara at Ellis Fitness Studio for a year now, and I truly look forward to…read moreour sessions! I have definitely seen results, including increased muscle tone and feeling stronger in my other activities. And being 61, I feel good that I am taking care of my bones, especially important for women as we get older. Sara makes weight training fun, and we always share a good laugh. She keeps me engaged with a wide variety of exercises and makes adjustments as needed. I'm really glad to have found her!

Nadia is such a competent trainer, keeping my workouts varied and challenging in just the right…read moreway. I have injuries that she competently works around, keeping me training hard enough to strengthen me, but not hurt me. I like the facility, everything I need there, and centrally located for easy gym runs when the mood/time strikes. She mixes science based testing to help me gauge my progress. I am doing really well at this gym. I highly recommend her for all ages.

This is a wonderful supportive and safe place for workouts and a variety of strength training…read more Nadia is a fantastic support and a knowledgeable coach. She knows how to push you towards your goals without browbeating you. Additionally she has a Bio Density machine to help build bone density and keep osteoporosis and osteopenia at bay. Check her out!!

I've had the pleasure of being a student in Bex Urban Yoga for 3 years of pure bliss. Bex teaches a…read moresimple, gentle and profound practice that facilitates the release of physical and emotional stress and tension. One word of caution, Be careful it's addicting!

I have taken Bex classes at Bay Club, Yogaworks Larkspur, and had the joy of attending one of her…read moreretreats at Ratna Ling in Jenner, CA. Bex is a one of a kind teacher who really knows how to get her students to the core of yoga - the breath. She serves up wisdom and guidance in just the right pace and quantity so I can digest it while flowing through the asanas. I always feel rejuvenated after her classes and as though I am getting stronger every time. Her music is great, she starts on time and there is always a seated meditation to begin class. I always look forward to her quick chant at the end of savasana to seal in the practice.

Erika is the BEST teacher!! She is professional and kind and skilled. This is the first type of…read moreexercise that has not hurt me after many injuries in my life. I'm very grateful to her and to have found Gyrotonics. I highly recommend her. Her studio is as peaceful as she is, and though I'm strengthening my body with her help, I feel like I'm restoring it as well. I always leave feeling calmer and more at peace while stronger and walking taller.

My recent bone density study proves my bone density increased in my spine and hips compared to 2…read moreyears ago. I attribute this to taking calcium and vitamin D3 and the weight bearing gyrotonic movements I practice once a week at The Flow Space. Aging gracefully with ease, comfort and grace is possible at the Flow Space. Highly recommend working with Erika!

You can trust Deirdra to take on your health and wellness goals as her own…read more She's incredibly knowledgeable in human anatomy and its many quirks. If your body has limitations or presents something unique, she will study up and create a plan that works for you. Moreover, she's invested in teaching how to make strength and health a life-long practice. Workouts hit that magical balance of entertainment and pain. She knows how to push and how to keep you smiling while doing it. When I joined one of her small group practices, I met customers that had been working with her for more than 10 years. That kind of customer retention perfectly reflects her talent and dedication to clients. Whether an athlete taking it to the next level or couch potato just getting started, Deirdra is the coach you want in your corner.

I have worked weekly with Deirdra Rogers for over ten years. She is the best thing that ever…read morehappened to my body! As I approach 80 I am fitter than I have ever been in my life. Deirdra plans every workout carefully to include strength and anaerobic cardio training, always taking my personal needs into account. She knows just how and how much to encourage me so that I have seen great improvement since I began working with her. She is always attentive to the slightest detail and offers helpful corrections when necessary. An additional plus is that with her great sense of humor, Deirdra is fun to work with!

Roc Pilates is my favorite place. The large spacious studio is equipped with new reformers, always…read moreimpeccably clean and well organized, the decor is pleasant to the eye, and there is always free parking on premise. Christine is very accommodating and informative, and along with the other instructors is very attentive to each client. Roc Pilates is my little heavenly place and I walk out after each session feeling more toned and amazing. Thank you to Christine and Wendy and Ysabel !!!

There is a ton of research that supports how regular exercise can help boost mood and reduce…read moreanxiety & stress. So recently I started going to ROC Pilates classes with instructor Christine (as well as streaming yoga classes from Jessamyn Stanley of Every Body Yoga through the Underbelly app - highly recommend :). Pilates is so much more than a workout! This mind-body practice will target muscles you never even knew you had, and includes stretches that feel ahhh-mazing. I would recommend committing to a couple of classes a week to begin to understand the foundations of pilates eg learning the basic moves, getting the breathing down, eventually getting into your flow! You may have to fumble a bit through the first few classes because you are doing unfamiliar moves and learning new ways to move your body. Consistency is key, I've been doing the classes for almost 2 months now & I finally have my rhythm down. It feels really good, and I'm improving my balance, coordination, posture, and confidence. I feel strong! Christine is an excellent instructor. She is nonjudgemental and kind. She gives individualized attention to ensure your form is properly aligned, and to incrementally guide you to more advanced moves. Also the space is calming, clean, with brand new equipment and sustainable touches (eg machines are cleaned with lemongrass & tea tree oil, and there are hand towels in bathroom as opposed to paper towels). Wonderful experience :)

Yelp is asking me what went well?Honestly~Everything at the studio goes well! I have an amazing…read morePilates trainer, usually I get to visit twice a week, 4 to 5 Group classes that work perfectly with my schedule. It's been with me through many sizes, many strengths, and a sliding scale of ability - the birth of a child. This studio has been able to go up and down with me. The pain in my body has dissipated - one session at a time. When this studio first opened, it gave me my life back, at my pace, my ability, my schedule. Cue the Core continues to give me and feed me what is welcomed and what is needed. I fear to share my personal trainers as I really don't wanna share her. But I am willing if you ask me directly. Needless to say, the women at Cue The Core are inclusive, loving and kind. There is someone for everyone. The studio is so amazing. We even have some men. Including my amazing husband. Who joined the studio a year after he saw the gift I was receiving. Thank you, Cue The Core, I love all of you. Thank you for being inclusive.

I have now been practicing pilates for oof 20 years with varying levels of investment and…read moremotivation. I think it's saying a lot that these teachers have kept me engaged and consistently attending for around 5 years. Firstly, I love the community of loyal followers they have amassed and I have best time seeing new faces in the studio as well. It's not like other studios where new people are made to feel like they are walking into a private sorority event. To this point, Cue the Core offers classes that vary in levels of difficult and experience. There are classes For beginners, advanced and everything in between. Importantly, I find I can jump into nearly any class as Karen and Wendy call out modifications for those who need/ want them ( mods that allow people to up the level of most moves). I find this flexibility opens up the availability of classes I can join. It's a welcoming place for people who are curious and want to try it out as well. Admittedly, I'm picky now since I've tried many different styles, different studios, and different teachers. I know what I like. Also My body has changed as I've aged, so my goals around exercise have changed. Karen , Wendy and the teachers they have brought on (shot out to Deborah, Gen and Susan) offer more than 50 minutes of awkwardly messing around on equipment. They each have deep knowledge and extensive training. A little of my journey with Karen and Wendy... When my goal was to work out without losing my pelvic floor, I felt safe with Wendy and Karen...they had my back. When I craved a more toned version of mom bod for summertime, despite back pain from spending 95% of my life picking crap up my kids left on the floor... guess who got me confident in a swimsuit? (Karen and Wendy in case you aren't following). Now, I am maybe the strongest I've been in years and feel good about how I look. My fitness focus is on continuing to grow lean muscle without risking injury. It's nearly full circle - I find myself prioritizing form and breath while maintaining strength and flexibility. Wendy is a master teacher with classical background knowledge and training. I trust her to push me without injuring me. Karen brings athleticism to my practice and even weights (which I would normally balk at). She is also a trained wellness coach who is clearly dedicated to bringing her deep knowledge base in that world to the studio. The studio itself has come a long way and reflects the breadth and depth of Karen and Wendy's interests. I mean, come on... they've got a Cadillac (if you know you know) , can pull out a ladder barrel for privates and have outfitted each reformer with towers!! Don't see that everyday ... and for those who are familiar, these added apparatuses add such diversity of content and muscle/ tendon target to a class. I had never even heard of Fit Springs (think Pilates using springs suspended from ceiling- ish) before they installed a whole room of them. Did I mention their main reformer room set up includes CHAIRS for each reformer?!?? My favorite class is currently a classical class where we move between the reformer, mat and chair. It's advanced and challenging and feels soo good to see not only my own progress but the progress of the women who get the pilates shakes through these classes with me... I mean, bring on Jackknife... Big Twist Teaser?!?? Pshhh been nailing that one for months. Any thing Inversions? Child's play. Ok... I'm mostly joking about feeling like I've mastered these moves... each milestone we reach, master teacher Wendy reminds us there are always ways of advancing most moves and she encourages us from a place of safety and confidence to step out of complacency -as ugly as it looks the first couple times through (we laugh A LOT). It's kind of magical... we shall see if I can pull off the Boomerang with even a modicum of grace by the end of fall. lol. Outside of classes, they've got a spectrum of offerings from speciality, pop up and themed class events ( Bubbles and Bounce- pilates with jump board and sparkling wine?... amazing combo!), to non- class but mind and community building offerings (Book club anyone?? So good!) and inspirational goodies ( the past few weeks have been fun with playful and healthful takes on a summertime favorite ... lemonade). I don't even like lemonade but on my way out of class yesterday, you can bet I happily sipped on the "bright and connected" combo I created from the menu and spread of add-ons (basil, rosemary, juicy strawberries, to name just 3 of about 10 offerings) Karen put out for people to try out.