At 250 classes now with another update! Still love love taking classes here. The results really compound on my body and i can visually see the definition and strengthening especially on my core but also my back and arms and legs (full body)! Bernie is a great manager and always has fun pop-ups like matcha and coffee in the studio. Yes, some of my fav instructors aren't as available to teach at this location bc they keep opening new ones all around the Bay! (Sf, Mt View, and most recently Palo Alto) But i still have faith i'll always have a good coach to attend class with and push me to move past my limits. Half the battle is continuing to go to classes and u will get results!! Recommend Solidcore all the wayy!! read more

See all

Definitely a challenging workout, however reformers are super close to each other so you are practically hitting your neighbors. Book a class between 4 and 7 pm is impossible since members book it a month in advance. It's difficult to follow the instructor cause he/she talks super fast and music is too loud. I wish they slow down by 30 seconds and removed at least 1 reformer from each row. read more

Horrible! Expensive and the instructor blew me off. At the end of class I had some questions about the straps Right strap was very weak I had no resistance. Meanwhile the left one was great but I was so off balance so to that. I had zero help w that and I was asking for help read more

I've been coming to this location for a year now and I honestly get so excited whenever I take a class. I currently have the 8 classes/month membership and it's the perfect amount for me since I'm come 2x/week and do other workouts during the week. The studio is always so nice and clean, and the front desk people and instructors are AMAZING! It really feels like such an amazing community here and I've also made so many close friends here. Special shoutout to Jaimee, who is one of my favorite instructors! I would definitely recommend taking her class if you want to get a good workout in. I've also taken classes taught by Sam, Nate, Bernie, and Presley pretty often and they're also so, so great read more

Solidcore - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

Honestly pretty annoyed about this place. I've never been to a Solidcore studio where they lock you out until 10m before class... and they are literally standing in front of the door and at the front desk. It's SO rude. They could easily prop the door open or make the door code work before 10m. You are paying $40 for 50m. The least you can do is let me wait 15m before class to sit inside on a bench and get settled with water. read more

I've always wanted to take a Solidcore class! If you didn't know, you can get a discount for nurses, just email and ask for the rates of the packages they offer :) I did a drop-in class and it was $40, a bit pricey for one class, but understandable. If you know nothing about lagree and nothing about Solidcore, I suggest you do some background research before coming to class, or show up at least 10-15 minutes before class starts to get familiar with the mega former. I took a 5am class with my friend! The workout was okay it was challenging but also confusing at some points. The instructor was good, she provided adjustments and was very helpful throughout the class. However, again it did get confusing at times and was a very fast paced class. I have taken lagree classes before so I did have knowledge and background prior to this class, so it did make it easier for me. It was hard to hear and comprehend some of the moves that needed to be done, which in turn made me have to look to the person next to me to see what we were working on. Nice clean space, under the blue lights! Bring a towel if you tend to break a sweat, water bottle, and some grippy socks! read more

See all

I'm sold! I tried solidcore with the first timer 4-pack earlier this month, and loved it. It's a challenging workout in all the right ways -- I love that you can modify or amplify each exercise, so you're always getting the level of workout that your body needs. I come out of the classes sore in the best ways. The instructors are amazing -- they get everyone's name at the start of class, so they can give personal shoutouts throughout class. Yes, the prompts can be unfamiliar, but if you take workout classes semi-regularly, it's not hard to follow along. They repeat each prompt 1-2 times, and you can pick up what others around are doing. I personally love how straightforward the studio is. The studio is simple, but I'd prefer that over trying to cram in a million amenities at the expense of maintenance or breathing room. I actually like that the studio only opens 10 mins before class -- yes, you may wait outside or in your car for a few mins, but it takes the pressure off of having to show up 20 mins early to get your preferred spot. And since you can keep your shoes/water/etc in the pit of your machine, you don't need to spend time finding a locker etc. I will say, the classes fill up quickly, especially during peak times (before/after 9-5s). I opted for the 4-pack of classes instead of the 2-week unlimited, because the classes that I wanted were full for the upcoming week. Definitely hoping to be back, either on the membership or with another class pack! read more

I've taken two classes here and would like to buy more in the future. The downside is that Santana Row is an inconvenient location, even though one parking garage is right next to the studio. The studio is pretty bare bones and the rules are very strict. Upon registering, you get a code to get into the studio, but it only opens like.. 10? minutes before class, so if you get there earlier you just stand outside and wait. The doors lock 5 minutes into class so you can't go in at all if you're late. In terms of the workout itself, it's super challenging. I do a lot of barre classes and work out a lot in general, and would consider myself to be relatively strong (though not like, an athlete or bodybuilder haha), and these classes have kicked my butt. They're definitely really effective and a great core and full body workout. Aside from the physical workout itself, I personally am not a big fan of the class. The music is super loud and it's kinda overstimulating with how quickly the instructors speak and cue you. I think you'd get used to it eventually, though. I've only taken the intro classes, not the main ones, and they're still really challenging even though it's at a slower pace.. and still loud/overstimulating for me haha. I talked to one woman who's gone to [solidcore] pretty frequently for the last year or so and she said the intro class was still hard for her. I'd recommend checking out this studio if you're looking for a new workout to challenge you, even if it's just a few classes. read more

I was in search of a full body workout that was low impact and high intensity after a wrist injury earlier this year. I came across Solidcore and never looked back. The community manager, Bernie, has the most FIRE playlists and her energy is so contagious! She's always encouraging like a workout bestie you never knew you needed. The studio is always clean and the recent addition of Salt and Stone products adds the perfect amount of luxury. My core has definitely gotten more solid since coming here and so has every other part of my body! read more

MEH. My friends and I booked an intro class together to try, and it was bo-go, so we tried 2 classes. I didn't love my experience here. We were advised to arrive 10 minutes before class and we came earlier to anticipate for traffic and parking. The studio was locked, so we were waiting outside and taking up space on the sidewalk. I thought we came early as newbies, for a tour? A talk about amenities and offers??? Maybe to use the restroom? Nothing. We came early for absolutely nothing. Our original instructor was supposed to be Presley, but got a text and email stating that Savannah was going to teach the intro class. Savannah should not be teaching an intro class, as she did not provide alternatives/easier options and she was quite fast paced. For a first timer, I was not having a good time. She isn't interactive, and honestly, it seems like she does want to be there. Bad vibes all around. Also, not sure why they allow the next class in when I'm not even done wiping down the reformer? It's chaotic like that. There needs to be a buffer period to allow the class to clean and pack up before the next class comes in. It would also help with traffic flow, as the studio and locker area is all in the front and tiny enough as is. I expected that since we didn't get the speech before class, it would be after class when front desk would approach us and ask us about classes and maybe talk about bundles/deals/offers. Absolutely nothing was reviewed with us. I shared all this same information via text to the Client Experience Manager, Meagan, when Solidcore asked me for feedback and got a boo boo excuse for a response. "Unfortunately, our Monday shift was open today due to an unforeseen circumstance. We would love to have you back in and help show you around and speak with you!" I didn't even go on a Monday.... So unorganized. If you're gonna defend yourself, at least get it right. We had one more class left, and we booked another intro class. This time, Presley was the instructor. I must say, the experience was a 360 difference. She provided alternatives in case what we were doing was too difficult, learned our names, and was so kind, patient, and made sure to include everyone in the class. Presley is highly recommended for anyone who has never taken Solidcore before, as she is patient and informative, explaining the mechanics of things and the whys of what to do so we don't hurt ourselves. Workout wise, it's a great workout. I was sore after and used muscles I didn't even know I had. It was humbling to shake like bambi within a few minutes of class! Spicy workout. OVERALL, Solidcore is expensive and lacks the amenities (no showers) and customer service for the price. If I am going to pay $40ish a class, then I expect the price point to represent the services. Yes, it's a great workout, but I won't subject myself to their chaos and lack of flow. read more

See all

I've been going to Solidcore for the past five months and I LOVE it! I tried out most of the other Lagree studios around San Jose, but none of them are as intense and fun as Solidcore. I currently have a 4-class/month, 6-month membership. One of my favorite perks about having a membership VS having ClassPass is being able to bring a friend every month! They also offer student, nurse, and educator discounts, which I plan to use once my current membership ends! My favorite instructors are Kendall, Sara, Kevin, and Jasmine. I've taken 3 different classes: intro, signature, and focus. Intro: I took 3 intro classes before jumping into a signature class so I'd have a good foundation. Don't expect a full 50-minute workout here. It's about 15 minutes of demos and explanations and 35 minutes of actually working out. The instructor is very hands on and demonstrates every move before you do it. I had Jennifer F. for most of my intro classes and she's really good at emphasizing good form. Signature: Going from intro to signature was definitely scary for me, but I was honestly fine. When in doubt, just look around and follow others! I love the signature classes! A lot of people throw themselves into a signature class and are really confused/have bad form but instructors are usually really good with correcting form if you're new. It's also worth trying different instructors because each one has a different structure to their class. My least favorite classes are the ones that end with core or obliques LOL. Some instructors are also a bit easier than others! Focus: This class was HARD, especially since I was still sore from a class two days before. A lot of people take focus classes to skip obliques, but I personally like the signature classes more. Focus classes are split into three sections, so you stay in each area longer, which makes it more intense. Signature classes are a bit more balanced since it's broken into four body parts. Overall, I absolutely love Solidcore for the dark lights, loud music, and vibes! I've always feel comfortable here and definitely plan to continue my membership! read more

Try out solidcore if you like lagree/megaformer and want something slightly more intense! Things I like: - good workout that targets a range of muscle groups in 50 minutes, and as the name would suggest...great at building your core lol - loud music to help me dissociate from the pain of the workout - classes run super early in the morning (some as early as 5:10am) and late into the night (as late as 10:10pm) which makes it much easier to fit a workout class into my busy schedule - they're on classpass! Things I don't like: - it's located in Santana Row, which means parking can be a pain sometimes, and don't even get me started on how bad it can be getting out of the Olin parking structure - their machine, the sweatlana, is less comfy than the megaformer - I've had a few times when I've shown up right on time and their door was closed/locked, and the code they tell you to enter to unlock the door doesn't work, and then there's also not anyone there at the front desk. This doesn't happen every time--I've probably missed about 1-2 classes because of this happening. **I'd recommend aiming to get to class at least 10 minutes before it starts to try to avoid this situation. ** read more

Such an amazing place and a challenging work out each time discovering muscles I didn't even know I have. My main work outs are HIT classes so it's always a treat to reset and concentrate on the movement and my core. The instructors are amazing and always stop to help and make sure you are on track. The studio is super clean and includes all the personal touches like Oribe dry shampoo and lotions. It's like a Pilates spa/ retreat. I like doing early for the convenience of parking and Santana row is always so beautiful and quiet before the rush. read more

Solidcore - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

I took my first class here last night from Nathalie! She provided SUCH a fun and challenging class! I had gone to megaformer classes at other studios previously, but this environment was definitely the most positive, upbeat, and fun class I have been to. It can be a little challenging trying to keep up with all of the instructions during class, but it moves so quickly that if you miss something, you'll be on to the next move soon. Nathalie was also great because she kept repeating herself when it came to things that I'd miss the first time (spring changes, which line to move your elbow to, etc), which I really appreciated. She also came around before the class began to get our names and she hyped everyone up all throughout the class. I really enjoyed Solidcore and look forward to going back soon! read more

I just finished my 2 week unlimited for $99 for new clients & I'm so glad I challenged myself to do this. I've taken lagree classes before but have never enjoyed them as much as I have at [solidcore]. The energy here is very uplifting & there is so much community here! I have taken classes with a few different coaches & was here during the grand opening to take classes with coaches from different locations. Enza & Mimi have to be my favorite coaches so far! Their energy is inviting & just the right amount of energy I need to wake me up at 6 AM. [solidcore] has been very challenging but in the best way. I've seen my body transform & get stronger in just 2 weeks. Definitely took advantage of the unlimited & took 1 class almost every day during the 2 weeks. Membership prices are a little on the high end for the "average" person, but seem to be consistent pricing for all other locations. I'm so happy they finally opened a [solidcore] in the Northern California area & I can't wait to become a member & see everyone under the blue lights!! read more

See all

I really love reformer Pilates and the studio is great and run super efficiently. I think my only issue is the really strict cancellation policy and inability to move your class credit to another class. If you can't make it I wish there was a number to call or an agent to speak with on chat. If you have a pretty set schedule in your life and know that you can make a class after signing up for it then this is the studio for you. But if you're in a life stage with young kids where schedules can sometimes change at the last minute, you might find yourself frustrated with the inflexibility of being able to adjust your classes or even reach someone if you need some help with adjusting. I really liked all the instructors I got to take classes with. The reformers are new and work great. The music is always really fun and makes working out for an hour go by quite fast. read more

Came here using classpass and was pretty happy with the experience. I had Sarah and she was great, I did have a bit of a hard time figuring out what to do but I think that's my own fault since apparently I signed up for a class that was a bit more advanced but Sarah did her best to keep me on track. I was sore for like a week after the workout. I would definitely consider coming back to check out some of the other classes. read more

I am a founding member and have loved taking classes here for the last 1.5 years, but recently things have been going downhill. They seem to be losing their best coaches due to scheduling or to other studios, and it's so busy now that the classes I typically take get fully booked (not even a waitlist spot available!) within a minute of the next months schedule being released. Theres often no front desk worker or manager to speak to about issues, and customer service hasn't been great. It's frustrating as someone who actually enjoys the workout. If things don't improve I may need to consider cancelling my membership. read more

As a new client to Solidcore I'll admit I had a bit of anxiety not only starting at a brand new studio but also being new to this style of workout class. I purchased a 2 week unlimited new client pass and the experience after concluding my first week has been nothing short of awesome. All the instructors are great and I've witnessed the community already building. I love the playlists and that the workouts can be modified to suit any level of athleticism. Solidcore has easily become one of the things I look forward to in my regular routine and I encourage anyone curious about the studio to give them a try! read more

What a fantastic addition to the Santana Row area! My friend invited me to try a class, and Jamie was our instructor. She was AMAZING! Even though I consider myself quite active and regularly engage in strength training, this workout was challenging! Expect to focus on your core for most of the session. Having tried various types of Pilates, I can confidently say this was the hardest. I do wish I had known about the intro class before hand; starting with that would have been a smarter approach. Trying something new can be a bit daunting, especially with all the components of the reformer to learn and understand. At times, it was hard to follow along, but I attribute that to being a first-timer. Despite this, I would definitely come back! Just make sure to arrive early, as the Santana Row parking lot can get quite busy. **ps my core was sore for a good two days! Shout out to everyone who does this regularly, you guys are killing it! read more

Solidcore - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

The instructor Vyvy didn't even show up. My friend and I went to the 6:10am class today and all of us waited till 6:40am and still nobody lol. Vyvy was also the coach for the 5:10am class and also was not there. read more

So glad I got to sign up as founding member, with 3 free classes before they actually open to the public. All the teachers/trainers are wonderful and care for their members. Jamie and Natalie are the best here. I was in pain for 4 days afterwards, but hey, no pain no gain right? They whipped my sorry out of shape body, in order, and I like it. The place is tiny so they only allow you to come in 10 mins before the class. After the class, you clean your reformer, then leave. You can book your class on the app, if you cancel within 10 hours of the class, you lose that class, FYI. You have option to pay 1 class a week up to many more as you are willing to pay. SOLIDCORE is definitely a good addition to Santana Row, right across Hot Yoga & Smitten's Ice Cream (the former Dy Bar location). SOLIDCORE is a high-intensity, low-impact fitness regimen centered around resistance training using reformer Pilates machines. The workouts are designed to deeply engage the core and multiple muscle groups simultaneously, resulting in improved strength, flexibility, and endurance. Each class at SOLIDCORE is structured to provide a challenging and invigorating full-body workout, catering to all fitness levels and encouraging participants to push their limits safely. The method emphasizes slow and controlled movements, targeting slow-twitch muscle fibers to maximize muscle burn and effectiveness, making it a popular choice for those seeking a comprehensive and transformative physical fitness experience. I do wish the waiting area is bigger! read more

See all

Love solid core but PLEASE, for the love of god can we stop using single use wipes every time someone uses a machine?! Can staff take five extra minutes to wipe down the equipment in between classes with cleaning spray and a rag? I can't stand the unnecessary waste and really would love to see better read more

I'm visiting my folks from NYC so thought I'd check this studio out. This thing that you aren't allowed in until 10 minutes before class is absurd. If it's cold outside or you need to use the restroom you have to just wait it out - pretty unprofessional for a big waiting room in the studio. The instructors seem to also be confused ok what the moves are. They demonstrate one thing prior to class but then ask us to do something different, whether it's a type of lunge exercise or arm exercise. Now I've done enough classes to recognize where they went wrong but not everyone is able to. The instructors should probably learn what they are expecting us to do. Lastly, the music leaves a lot to be desired. This is meant to be an intense class - I'm not trying to listen to Fireflies by Owl City to get motivated and pumped up. Just overall felt like what the hell is going on. Was it worth expending a class from my stash on this studio because it doesn't seem like they care to make it like other studio classes. read more

I was really excited that Solidcore was coming to San Jose and at Santana Row! It is conveniently located with parking not being an issue. Unfortunately, Solidcore is not for me. It is really repetitive. We do the same 3-4 ab moves, 3-4 leg moves, 3-4 obliques, and if your lucky 3 arm moves. Even though the class is 50 mins, there's no dedicated time for stretching which I think is really important after taking such an intense class. I also had a horrible experience with Danielle. There was an issue where I apparently booked 1 too many classes, and she came up to me as I was waiting for the next class to end, telling me that I need to remove a class or I will be charged. I was asking her questions for clarification on why the app let me booked then because usually it will tell me I will need to buy a pass if I'm overbooking. She didn't really give me the time of day and spoke to me in a threatening tone. I did not want to come to back after that and I avoided her at all cost. On a brighter note, I love classes with Doug! His classes are super fun and I really enjoyed them. read more

Signed up for their 2 for 1 special which meant each class came to about $20. I don't see how anyone can afford buying single passes each time (which is about $40). Probably more worth your time to get a monthly membership if you see yourself coming in for acouple of classes a month. As for the class, it definitely was challenging. I do a lot of gym workouts but this works all the small muscles you normally don't see or use. The more shakes the better and you will definitely feel it acouple days after. For the instructors, some are also better than others. I found one hard to hear and confusing to understand when trying to explain certain moves. I found myself just looking around confused and trying to mirror the others around me. This is definitely hyped up and bougie when it comes to workout classes. It could be intimidating as the general crowd are younger, fit girls who come here daily. I wished they offered a free trial class or intro class. I also found it was a little hard to get ahold of someone from the specific studio when first signing up. If you want to try a different workout I would say there's also other reformer Pilates places that offer the same thing for maybe half the price. You are really going here for the name and experience. read more

Solidcore - Gyms Near Me - San Jose, California

Holy heck. What did I do to myself? Was I dying the whole time? Yes. Was I lost with most of the moves? Yes. Did I feel out of place? Slightly. But it's ok! My friend brought me as guest and I had a good experience. Enza was encouraging and she really tried to help with my form. Not that I knew what I was doing of when she was coming to help me, I was already mentally dying so all her help was lost in my sweaty haze. My only gripe is the location. I hate coming down to Santana Row. It's way too crowded. You have to park in a parking garage to access Solidcore. I don't care for the socks optional part only because it's weird not to want to wear grip socks while doing this...but that's just me. I've taken some lagree classes before but this was kind of a different intense. Would I do it again? Yep, I'm totally a glutton for punishment and food so I need to work it off somehow. read more

Three stars for the instructors ( I loveeee them all) and I like that it feels clean. It is absolutely infuriating though that you can't get a hold of someone over the phone and you won't hear back over email for 3+ days. They need to fix their customer service ASAP. read more

I was inspired to try something new and decided to give [Solidcore] a go after finding out they were relatively new in the area. I took advantage of their BOGO special for new clients and walked in with zero experience on using a reformer. I would say I'm well versed in HIIT workouts and this was hands down by far the most challenging and humbling workout I've ever experienced. I had no idea I could sweat buckets just from my own bodyweight in such a short amount of time. I took my first two classes with Bernadette (Bernie) who was awesome in helping me with the reformer, correcting my form, and supplying me with towels so I didn't drown in my own sweat haha. Overall she brought great energy and a fire playlist to get me through the shakes. Love it here and would highly recommend. read more

Impossible to get a hold of them they keep recurring charges and will not get back to you after leaving countless voicemails. Bad business practice. read more

Great atmosphere and the vibes are AMAZING!! I did the $100 2 week unlimited membership and I'm so happy I did. So close to work and the classes don't book up as quickly as other Pilates places typically do. Love it here read more

The whole team has such beautiful energy, and I always walk away feeling muscles I've never felt before

I was 6 mins late to class and Danielle, the store manager, refused to let me into class. I explained how I was rushing over and I was stuck in traffic but there was a lack of empathy and care even though I'm a founding member. I found this highly unprofessional especially since this was the first time I was late. Unfortunately I'm stuck paying for this membership for the rest of the year but please don't come to this solid core location. It's not worth the price you pay. read more

Tried my first class here thanks to a friend who had a guest pass. The class was fun and very fast paced. Great energy and music. However, be cautious if you are unfamiliar with how to use the reformer / don't have a background in pilates or HIIT as there are many students in the class and there is a high risk of getting injured if you don't know how to protect your body and do the exercises with proper technique. Instructor was very nice and helped with technique and modifications when they could, but there were lots of students in class to check on so not every move of yours can be watched / corrected. Overall, would recommend for a great workout as someone with prior experience in the gym. read more

Hate to be that one, but the cancellation policy needs to be reviewed. I completely understand no-show/late cancellations, but we should be able to at least reschedule same-day for classes at a later time in the day. Life happens, and sometimes we can't make a super early morning class. I still want to attend the class, but you lose $40 because of that policy. For that, I'll pass on solidcore. read more

really good classes, very small. this could be a good or bad thing- whatever you prefer. however the prices are absolutely insane. i would not go back, there is no discount or good deals for members, all prices are the same. read more