Adore Linda! Fantastic instruction along with small group size. I love the sense of community that…read moreLinda encourages will definitely be returning!

Wonderful for new beginners. Will do private class to evaluate and get you familiar with machine…read moreand understanding your limits if needed. I love Shannon she is great gives individual feedback and help. I won't go anywhere else

This studio has been a godsend. The owner, Jill, is a real mensch. And the studio itself lives up…read moreto its name. It's a home for every type of body and everybody -- to get fit, no matter your physical condition or ailments. I got my life back because of this place. Major back and neck issues that I thought would plague me forever have improved significantly. The core strength I never thought I'd get back is slowly returning. This is the real deal.

I took one class towards the end of last year (2025) and I loved it! I didn't return until about…read moreFebruary 2026 due to scheduling, but since returning I've been HOOKED. I've tried several different instructors at this studio to see who fits my vibe and I can honestly say, every instructor I've had class with has been 10/10. Marlene, Maki, Linda, and Nicole's classes are the only classes I've had the pleasure of attending. They keep you coming back for more! I've been locked in for about 2-3 times a week for almost 2 months and my results are ... WOW! LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE!!!

i purchased a 5 pack class to try out club pilates…read more this location is a but far for me but there is no issues with parking so thats a plus! i havent taken a class with every instructor yet, but the instructors that i have taken have been good there are only 12 reformers, multiple level classes and a good schedule. there is an app which makes booking and cancelling classes easy! parking: located in the rolling hills plaza, closer to the pch/airport dr entrance/exit. no issues with parking

I had another amazing class led by Tess. If you are searching for a full mind and body workout -…read moretry one of her classes. We start by stretching and getting our bodies ready to engage. She is very professional and friendly. She addresses your individual needs. It's a great 50 minutes of exercise. Plus, as we age, balance is crucial and Tess spends time working on stabilizing our core and balance. You must try one of her classes! You will not be disappointed!

Absolutely the BEST muscle toning and balance classes! I love all the instructors. The studio is…read morespotless. I especially like Tracy and Christy, my evening instructors, they are awesome! They have my highest recommendation. Cheryl

Don't judge a book by its cover nor a Pilates studio by one class, but in this case I must!…read more What a delightful morning class with Mary Kay! Seems like there is a regular core of folks in each class but enough space for new folks to come and in. None of the clique-y vibe of some similar group class studios, either. Ample parking in front free lot, which us good as the room has more than a half dozen reformers plus a cadillac. Group classes combine a bit of floor (when I attended it was mainly a few stretches and prep for the reformers more complex balancing so nearly all of class was on the bed) with reformer. You'll want pilates socks for this studio. They have a smart and tidy method of giving each class attendee a plastic bin to put each person's personal goodies in then return at end of class. Keeps things tidy and clean! Music was a mix of newer pop, country etc. not very loudly played which was nice. Just enough to focus when things got tough. Pilates is like that: seems easy but the workout sneaks up on you in intensity. I found this studio through ClassPass, which was nice as I wouldn't have discovered it in a drive by, tucked away as it is. Mary Kay was delightful and welcoming. TL/dr: low key but strong energy at this local Pilates studio

I can't say enough about Back to Function. From a friendly greeting from Jennifer when you walk in…read morethe door to your appointment with an incredibly knowledgeable chiropractor to personal Pilates instructor Whitney. My family members & I have been going there for over 10 years now and are always impressed. I've been helped with different pain issues & worked out with Dr. Chad & always enjoy Pilates with Whitney. The whole team is super knowledgeable & caring and always makes sure to get you "Back to Function"!

Finding a great chiro you can trust, not only to make you feel better, but to function better in…read morethe long run is hard to find. That's why I'll take the trek from the OC to come to the South Bay to visit Dr Chad. He's helped my daughter overcome numerous gymnastics injuries (knee, shin and ankle) and he's gotten her back to function every time!! He keeps her in the gym and competing at the highest level. Can't say enough great things about Dr.Chad and his staff. Thanks for everything Doc!!

I took an introductory class and was hooked. There are various packages that are affordable with…read moremany classes, times and instructors. I tried intro beginning classes with many instructors to get a feel for how each conducted their class. Equipment is clean and well maintained. Instructors are helpful, gently correcting form and non judgmental. Classes are small and allow the instructor to provide guidance to all. Participants are friendly and instructors are top notch. If you are thinking about taking Pilates, I would definitely come here and give it a try!

This place has changed my life. I am so thankful. It's my home away from home. I'm forever…read moreappreciative to Joyce, the owner who caught me looking in the window one day. Antigone, you are fabulous! Such a patient and kind soul, and one hell of a work out, "Two for Tuesdays with Tiggy". Bobbie, thank you for ensuring my lines are right, thank you for the push, especially at 0530 in the morning- lol! Again, Pilates has forever changed my life and Pilates Effects is to ultimately thank!

This is a great place. It's usually pretty clean and the employees tend to be pretty friendly. I…read morelike that it's a 24/7 access facility. You just have to be a paying member and download their app. In their app, you can boom your class. I like that they have 15 minute workouts so you really can't make an excuse that you don't have time to workout. I like the infrared rooms because you feel like you get a good sweat, a good workout and reap the benefits of the infrared saunas. They also have a small area in the back where you can do free weights. So yeah I'll come back!

Someone from the head office called me and corrected their mistake. Thanks for the customer service.read more

It is a top quality pilates studio with very knowledgeable and quality instructors…read more I'm very lucky to have access to Pilates Studio South . Thank You

A great little Pilates studio, well-equipped and very clean. I am really enjoying my classes here…read moreand would recommend this studio, especially for someone looking for a smaller class setting.

I love yoga and was looking for a place after work to check out…read more The space only has one room and is pretty spacious. If you're new the person at the front will give you a tour. It gets pretty packed fast, everyone is really nice. If you leave a mat or water bottle, they usually have it at lost and found. I hope to come back!

This is really nice studio. It's small but they did an excellent job with the flow of it and the…read morespace. Bathrooms, locker rooms, showers are clean and organized. It doesn't feel crammed or stuffy. It is comfortable. I had a membership from mid-Jan 2026 to mid-June 2026. The instructors are friendly and approachable. They greet you and try to check in with you and have small talk. My struggles came with class scheduling and cancellations. I have a full-time job plus 2 small children, so I think my individual situation was difficult to manage with their limited class schedules plus cancellations. I think if you have more flexibility in your day and/or no small children, it wouldn't feel as frustrating lol so maybe my experience is unique. First big inconvenience: Not many Hot Power Fusion classes (HPF). They offer one at 8:30 am and then one at 8:15 pm. The morning one I can't attend as I am at work. The evening one was hard to make because I had to rush home after to get the children ready for bed. But I tried to make the evening ones as much as possible. Would be nice if they offered one more HPF somewhere in the day between the other two. Second big inconvenience: When I first joined there would be many class cancellations due to maintenance. It proved to be quite inconvenient since I work mornings (and could not attend those classes) and then the evening classes would be cancelled due to maintenance. There were times where I would go many days without being able to go into class because of lack of options. Third big inconvenience: In March 2026, they temporarily closed the location down for 4 weeks so that they could make repairs/improvements. I had only been part of the studio for 2 months, so I was very disappointed that I now had no access to it. While it was closed, I was allowed to visit the nearest one in Hermosa beach, but that location is 30 minutes away (assuming no traffic). Which didn't work for me. So, for the time it was closed, I placed my membership on pause. That was frustrating. Fourth big inconvenience: Once it reopened in late April, the studio continued to have many evening cancellations. This time it was due to training (before it was due to maintenance). So again, there were less options to attend class because of these training cancellations. I was very frustrated by my experience here. I really enjoyed class once i was in class but to actually find a class that fit my schedule was difficult. Then when I did find a class, it was often cancelled. It affected the quality of my experience, so I eventually cancelled altogether and found another local studio that works better for me.

This was my very first time doing Pilates and OMG I loved it!!!!!!…read moreThe instructor was very kind and explaining everything well. Music was on point. What a great work out! I will definitely be back!!!

I've been doing Pilates on and off for the last two years and I was living in West LA. I'm…read moretemporarily living here in Torrance and decided to try this studio. My experience may be different from someone who is completely new to Pilates. It was instructed to come 15 minutes early before your first class so I did. A class was finishing up but the studio is very clean and for me self explanatory. So I put all my stuff in the cubbies provided, self-checked in on the Ipad, and waited for the class to finish. My first class was with Brittany and she did briefly explain the reformer to me, but I told her I had used a reformer before so I didn't need a thorough explanation. There was another girl in my class who was new so she helped her. The LIT class, which is their entry beginner class, I will say is a pretty good workout. I liked that even in the LIT class Brittany gave you the option if you wanted to do a higher level of weight/work for more of a challenge. The space is very clean, the reformers are in great working shape, and decorated more trendy. I enjoyed the music here (but if you are looking more for an experience where its playing more elevator type music then I would say this studio is not for you). Another thing I like about this studio is the variety of different classes like the cardio-jump board class, straps, classic pilates, etc. I took a jump board class with Allie and it was a great workout! Allie was also super sweet. I'll be back!