I have numerous imbalances in my body and see Rene for one on one sessions to help build strength…read moreand correct those issues. What a difference it has made! I also take classes with Martine and they are fun and challenging! From extremely specific training to group classes, this Pilates studio can really offer a wide range of sessions. The definition of versatility!

Purifying Pilates is an excellent place to work out if you've had an injury, or want to exercise…read morejust a little to get visible results. During a session, I barely work up a sweat, but I know I've worked plenty when I feel a just-right amount of muscle soreness the next day. Due to a back injury, this is important so that I don't create more problems from over-doing the workout. If I have a sore spot when I arrive, the workout is modified to accommodate the issue. Purifying Pilates has been a fundamental component in healing, strengthening and maintaining my back. During my workouts, we target all of my muscle groups, not just the core. As a result, I have occasionally surprised my husband with my arm strength, and I've got better posture than him. Rene and Martine attend supplemental Pilates workshops, which shows their commitment to keeping up-to-date on the latest techniques. They bring that knowledge back to the studio, which helps to change things up a little during the sessions, and keeps it interesting. I look forward to my time here; it's private and relaxing. The studio has it's own restroom, a space to prepare and enjoy a cup of tea, and it's convenient with cheap downtown parking directly behind the studio. Rene and Martine are very friendly, and make me feel comfortable exercising there. They also sell things like yoga socks, toe-stretchers (feels really good!), exercise balls, thera-bands, microwave hot pads (Smart Spine, I think it's called), etc. to use at home. There's a small selection of nutrition bars and drinks for sale, too. Thanks to Pilates, I'm pain-free and active, two years and counting!

I feel like I need to give an updated review for the new studio in Burlingame. It's the same great…read morevibe and trainers. The studio has expanded next door where private sessions are held. If you are a Pilates practioner you will love the studio. For new comers, you must enjoy the intro class package.

Wonderful experience every time, great classes and such a clean and welcoming environment! I'm a…read morehuge fan

I really wanted to like StretchLab, but my experience was incredibly disappointing…read more First, I specifically asked to use TrueMed for my FSA payment and was told everything had been completed successfully. Later, I found out it hadn't actually been processed correctly. That was extremely frustrating, especially since I had confirmed it upfront to avoid exactly this kind of issue. When I contacted the San Mateo team to resolve it, I felt brushed off rather than helped. There was little accountability and no real effort to correct the mistake. It felt like once they had my membership, customer service was no longer a priority. Second, I found the team to be relatively inexperienced. Some staff didn't seem fully confident in their techniques or in tailoring stretches to individual needs, which didn't inspire much trust. Between the billing confusion, mishandled TrueMed/FSA payment, dismissive customer service, and overall lack of professionalism, I can't recommend this location. I'd strongly encourage anyone considering signing up to fully understand the billing terms and payment process beforehand. I plan on using my remaining credits that I cannot get a refund for at the Burlingame location.

I've been coming here for several months because of a frozen shoulder. Every different technician…read morebrings a different level of experience and knowledge. I've never had a bad experience and whoever I'm with is terrific. Jordan gives a great neck and head massage. Marcus has helped me not only physically but mentally when I came in with heat exhaustion. Hailey knows how to move a women's body and gives a high level of relief. My range of motion has improved and I always walk out feeling better!!

This woman is the best! I have been doing private sessions with Veronique for the most part of a…read moreyear at the studio she taught in before she opened Soulful. I have never in my life seen results like I got working with her. I have worked with other Pilates instructors and never got the attention or knowledge that I get from her. She is so aware, and so good at explaining, that I just get it. Someone else posted Veronique as a "guru" and I think that word fits perfectly!

I've been doing my Pilates at Ellie Herman since I began 6 years ago - it's a wonderful place with…read morewonderful people, and I have never had any reason to stray . . . until EHS-trained Pilates guru Véronique Thoma opened Soulful Pilates just a stone's throw from my place. I strolled over for a reformer class today and was lucky enough to get a private class (because the studio *just* opened about a week ago and the classes have not yet filled up). I doubt one will be able to draw on that kind of luck for long. Véronique is a skillful and thoughtful instructor, and it was a pleasure having her put me through my paces on the reformer. As for the studio (a sunny corner one block of Haight street that has been home to an Auntie Pasta [remember that place??], a web design firm, and most recently, an architectural office) it's been beautifully renovated. It's bright, clean, well organized, and all the equipment is brand-spanking new. Soulful Pilates gest 4 stars for awesomeness, and a one-star bonus for being so close to my house.

3 years at CrossFit Burlingame and still loving it! The…read morecoaches are awesome , they know how to push you, support you, and help you become better every day. Great energy, great people, and a community that makes you want to keep showing up!

I wanted to give CrossFit Burlingame a fair shot, but after a few months, the logistics and the…read moreenvironment just aren't working for me. I honestly dread coming here. For $300 per month, save your money and go somewhere else. You've been warned. The Good: The onboarding process was seamless, and they are highly responsive via text when you are first signing up to learn more. The workouts themselves are solid if you like Mayhem programming.(lots of cardio) the programming doesn't lend itself well to being able to scale handstand pushups or overhead squat where I have seen other boxes have better scaling options for these. The Not-So-Good: The Commute & Parking: Getting here is stressful. The streets leading to the gym are incredibly narrow, and people tend to speed through them (I've actually had a couple of close calls/accidents). Parking is strictly street/residential and very crowded; I've had to park a 15-minute walk away before. I came 39 mins early once and there was still no parking to be found and just gave up and went home. For $300 per month this is insane. People filming: Fitness influencers do not blur your face when filming themselves. Some fitness influencers consistently film themselves and don't ask if they can blur your face if you're in their frame. I think that's just common courtesy. Or else you yourself need to accommodate and move yourself out of their frame. Big box gyms do a better job enforcing this. Limit on class signups: they max each class at 28-30 signups and there's really no limit but the gym can comfortably handle 16-19 people. There's not even enough space in the gym for 28. One time there were so many people some people had to leave and couldn't even fit. Some people come in 15 mins late and crowd the back and there's just chaos and safety issues when there are 28 people in the gym or more. Some people also don't signup. Atmosphere: It feels a bit unwelcoming and feels very chaotic and disorganized. Coaches just run the class without much personal interaction. In my months here, no coach has ever introduced themselves to me. Cleanliness: The facility needs maintenance. The bathroom is frequently out of order, and the floors leave a heavy black residue on your hands during floor movements. Cancellation: Be aware that the cancellation form is pretty buried on their site, and getting a response via email might never happen. It's almost impossible to cancel or get a response about cancellation. It's a decent place if you just want to put your head down and workout, but keep the parking, cleanliness, and hands-off coaching style in mind before joining. Not all workouts are posted on app: some of the classes's workouts like workshop or power building are not posted so you're gonna be in for a surprise if you sign up for those.

Tina is amazingly dedicated to health and fitness and has a deep passion and knowledge of her…read morecraft. I originally sought her out for yoga but since we've worked together she has developed a program for me that integrates strength and flexibility. Result: I feel better than I have in years. She mixes things up and keeps workouts fresh. She just moved to a new studio that has a full complement of machines and weights as well as a separate yoga studio. Try a few sessions with her...you will be hooked!

This is the place to go to get into excellent shape!! Tina is an amazing coach, she works with you…read moreto ensure that you are working hard safely (something that many teachers dont pay attention to). Her workouts are Hard but produce the kinds of results that we are all looking for. Tina has a broad range of expertise from cardio to yoga to spin and she is focused on providing the best experience for each of the various styles of exercise. That's what makes it fun to work out with her. All in all, she is one of the best!!!

Helena is a fantastic trainer! In my youth I was a dancer, but now I'm in my 50's, out of shape…read more(especially after COVID cut off my ability to attend yoga and Zumba classes), and have had MS for almost 25 years which has impacted both right-side strength and balance. I got to the point where I was walking with a hiking pole because, due to foot drop, I kept falling and had more trouble walking the mile up the hill from BART to my office. Since I started working with Helena, I am able to walk that mile pretty easily and have given up the walking stick entirely. What particularly impresses me about Helena is that, between observation and asking me questions, she has been able to diagnose the source of my issues and design an exercise program to remediate them. Further, although we work exclusively over Zoom, she is excellent at identifying when I'm not doing an exercise correctly and suggest improvements to my form (ex: center your weight over your arch and keep the dumbell close to your supporting leg as you lower it to the floor). She is also great at keeping me motivated and knowing when to push me and when to back off. I so grateful to have found Helena and look forward to working with her for, hopefully, years to come! She is worth every penny!

Highest recommendation…read more Excellent trainer Extremely knowledgeable Tailors the program to my specific goals (in my case improving bone health through strength training and making sure that as I age I stay healthy and strong) I've seen great results in just a few months I am 44 years old and have never been stronger Definitely exceed my expectations I was a total newbie at lifting weights, and I've grown to love weight lifting. It feels great and I've never felt stronger I highly recommend Helena to anyone looking to hire a personal trainer, whether you're looking to get fit, get stronger, improve your bone health, or age more gracefully through strength training I didn't realize it but she's actually a competitive weight lifter who has won regional tournaments. Yet she teaches in a very approachable and encouraging way even to a beginner like me Unique amongst trainers, she has a Master's degree in Kinesiology, which has equipped her with a deep and comprehensive understanding of the science behind human movement, exercise physiology, and biomechanics. Highly recommended

I've been seeing Helene since Oct. I've enjoyed good results, and I look forward to our weekly…read moreappointments. It's a small place, but for the one-on-one Pilates instruction I'm seeking, it works fine and keeps the prices affordable.