Jill is fantastic and is single-handedly curing my 4 year long chronic back pain. A whole new world…read morehas opened up for me literally all thanks to her classes. I've tried EVERYTHING and Pilates was a last resort. She is the best teacher here by far. I wish she taught more! As others have mentioned, it's impossible to get ahold of management, which sucks. It is, however, the cheapest place around, so pros and cons...

Maureen is great and a treasure, but this review is about the non-existent management. They don't…read morerespond to emails, they don't pick up the phone, the voicemail is full. It's impossible to get anything solved with them because they seemingly do not exist. Even when an instructor leaves the management a message, nothing.

The Vibe: A Moving Meditation…read more It never ceases to amaze me how yoga seems to meet us exactly where we are and offer exactly what we need. Today was one of those days. The Guide: Sabina Weber * Flow 2 Flow 2 with Sabina wasn't about challenging ourselves to get into the deepest expression of any pose. As she beautifully framed at the beginning of class: "We use the poses to connect to ourselves." That became the entire practice. We began on our backs with deep breathing, slowly easing into our bodies before movement emerged, one pose unfolding into the next. Throughout class, Sabina's cues brought us inward: * Connect to yourself. * Breathe into the space you've created. * Let the body feel good. At the peak of the flow, she instructed us that if we lost connection with our breath, we were in Child's Pose...and to stay there until it returns. The beautiful part? That was never necessary. Even while completely drenched in the infrared heat (sweat pooling around my mat), the practice remained gentle, graceful, and deeply connected, a true breath-to-movement meditation. The soundtrack echoed everything Sabina was teaching. Breath In, Let Go by Aurenza (AURENZA - Breathe In, Let Go) filled the room, reminding us to soften, release, & return. The Tribe: A room full of yogis breathing as one. I arrived early and was the first person in Studio B. Every time this happens, I wonder: "Am I going to be the only one here?" (This may actually be one of my favorite rituals in yoga...) Lying on my mat with my eyes closed, I listened as the room gradually came alive: The sound of feet on cork flooring, mats unrolling, and blocks finding their place around the room. Then Sabina entered. I opened my eyes to a room now filled with yogis. (There's just something really beautiful about that moment. ) The Space & Place: A gathering place for slowing down. North Ray made a wonderful first impression. I was welcomed immediately by Aubrey at check-in, who helped me get settled and acquainted with the space (a reminder of how welcoming yoga communities are). Worn wooden benches and scattered shoes on the concrete floor are signs that this community has been here before and keeps coming back. The aesthetic blends industrial and cozy: Exposed ceilings, warm wood, soft lighting, plants, retail displays, & artwork throughout create a space that feels calm and modern. Studio B continues that feeling: Expansive ceilings, a cork floor beneath your feet, soft globe lights hanging overhead, a skylight above, & plenty of room to move and breathe. Practical Notes: The studio offers $3 valet parking on-site, but I arrived early and found plenty of street parking. The she/they locker rooms are clean and beautifully designed, with plenty of lockers and built-in locks, showers, restrooms, and a styling station stocked with thoughtful amenities. The Sum-Up * Infrared heat. * Steady, gentle breath. * Ease & grace. * A room full of yogis moving in a collective rhythm. This was a gentle class where I softened. That's exactly what I needed because, I swear, yoga always meets you where you are. Loved this!

The best practice I've ever experienced. The temperature was perfectly hot, bringing you to a slow…read moresteady sweat. The room itself had incredible ambiance with low lighting from the skylight and the silent space offers momentary relief from the busy lifestyle most of us take on. Also clean and spacious locker rooms!!!! I am so excited to come back :)

Sum Up: No mirrors. Dark room. Learn the flow...and then it's all yours…read more Vibe & Music: James Blake - Through The High Wire. There's space in the track: Minimal instrumentation & pauses that matter. (Foreshadowing the class.) The Space: Minimal/Somewhat Industrial. Front Entrance: Matte black wood, clean lines A simple check-in Props stacked right outside the room The Yoga Room: Dark. Black walls. Candlelight. No mirrors. Plenty of space between mats. (The darkness pulls you inside your space, inward.) The Class: WeFlowHard Vinyasa w/Kelly Choi We started on our backs. Kelly brought everyone into the same place: Breath. Then lightly layered in core, just enough to wake up the body and connect you inward. From there, the structure takes over: Each flow builds in three rounds: Round 1: Slow, both sides You learn it Round 2: Breath & movement You feel it Round 3: All Yours You dance it out in your rhythm You're trusted to move as a collective or at your own pace. No pressure either way. Each Flow: Flow 1: Warm-up Flow 2: Short, connective sequence Flow 3: Balance & focus layered in (Example: One-Legged Mountain Pose Airplane Shiva squat Half Moon keep going...) Just enough to hold your attention...and then release it. We finished off with light core, stretching & then suddenly...savasana. The Teacher: Kelly Choi Calm. Steady. Easy to Follow. English cueing followed by Sanskrit. She sets the rhythm and lets the structure do the work. Because you're listening to remember, your mind stays engaged enough that time disappears. Genuinely, the fastest 60-minute class. What I Noticed: It's not intense, but the structure works. Once slow. Once a little quicker. By the third round, you're not really thinking anymore. Your body remembers. Your breath takes over. And then you're just moving. (Think less, feel more.) Practical Notes: Free parking lot Lockers (with locks) Private, gender-neutral bathrooms & showers Mats & towels available for rent Props right outside the infrared yoga room The room never got too hot, just enough heat for a light sweat.

Hi Y7 Team, I wanted…read moreto share feedback about a recent Sculpt class. There were not enough towels available for our mats, face towels, or for showering afterward. About half of the class seemed to be without towels, which was especially frustrating after a heated Sculpt class. I do want to recognize Ciara, who was very kind, understanding, and professional about the situation. Unfortunately, my interaction with the other employee at the front desk was the complete opposite. She was dismissive and came across as having an attitude when I simply asked about the towel situation, which made me feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Ciara demonstrated exactly the kind of customer service I would expect from Y7, and I think the other employee could benefit from following her example in how concerns from members are handled. I understand that supplies can occasionally run out, but the combination of having no towels and then being treated rudely when asking about it was disappointing. I hope this can be addressed with the team. Thank you, Austin

It is beyond disappointing because the teachers are great but their policies are awful and they…read moreseem to change person to person. I was on a waitlist once so i just showed up to the class hoping i could get in. After the class had started they let late people in who were over 5 minutes late and I wasn't able to take the class, which is fair enough...However I then had booked a class, couldnt find parking and was 2 minutes late for the class (their is a 5 minute grace period) I was told I couldnt take the class because they gave it to someone on the waitlist. But when I was the waitlist, the same did not occur. Then today I went to take my 9:15 class. I guess I had a $15 fee for missing a class, (My kid had been sick and they have a 12 hour cancellation policy) I keep a limited credit card on file there as one time I got a fraudulent charge for $125 from a meter outside their facility. So I offered to pay with Apple pay (which they take) But I was told they cant take the apple pay and I would need to go home and get my waller otherwise I couldnt take the class, I had already paid for. If I went home, I would have missed half the class. The gentlemen also said to me " We need a card on file. I explained that I can pay the card down when I get home and he said and I quote " This can't keep happening, this is how we run our business" But this had never happened before, I have had fees in the past, and they have always been paid. Its a shame as I mentioned because some of the teachers are awesome but theier rules are inconsistent at best and the delivery is rude and untruthful. I have had many memberships over the years and never have i had such inconsistent policies. I wont be going back again which is a shame.

Hype is such a gem. Everyone there is so amazing - front desk staff, the owner, the instructors…read more It's all wonderful! Nicole is a phenomenal instructor and she keeps the energy so high. Such a good burn and sweat, and she doesn't make her classes unnecessarily over complicated. There is a parking lot but it's quite tight and limited, so I would get there early. Easy metered parking right next to the lot if you can't get a spot. There is a shower as well with basic amenities.

I love Village PIlates! It's an amazing studio that has a great vibe, aesthetic, and incredible…read moreteachers. Because it's small, I feel seen and taken care of in every class. The owners have been great to text if any issues arrise - their customer service is impecible. It's my first experience with pilates and I couldn't recommend more highly.

Avenir Hollywood is amazing. The competition around here is stiff with Pilates studios everywhere…read more The studio is clean, equipment is new, parking is plentiful and the instructors are excellent - engaged, correct your form, and I got the best workout I've had in a long time.

This Pilates studio as a whole has been the reason that I am more confident in myself. All of the…read moreinstructors are great , completely versed and fully able to help you get to the best version of yourself. I feel myself getting stronger everyday and feeling my posture getting better from sitting all day in a stationary position. I love Avenir Hollywood!!!

Heartbeat House is hands down one of my favorite places to move, sweat, and just feel GOOD. The…read morecardio twerk class with Lindsey is everything. Her energy never disappoints and you can tell she genuinely loves what she does. It's infectious. The class is so much fun, super inviting, and welcoming no matter your level. You walk in and instantly feel comfortable, which is not always easy to find. Lindsey creates such a positive vibe that keeps me coming back every single time. The music is also on point. It's a great mix that keeps things fresh while still honoring the roots and culture behind twerk. You leave feeling empowered, energized, and honestly just happier. If you're thinking about trying it, do it. You won't regret it.

Enjoyed another Groov3 class here today with Dee Brown! The studio is spacious and has cubbies for…read moreyour personal items. It can get pretty warm in there.

There's probably some sticker shock (understandably) around the one-off price of $35 per class, but…read morethe real value with One Down Dog is in the unlimited packages. During the unlimited three-week intro period ($79), I did 22 classes -- yes, my personal life is *that* exciting ;) -- so that's not even $4 per class. That average will go up a bit now that I'm on the monthly unlimited, but the value is still incredible. It's a nice, modern, secure studio, and I've found all of the instructors and desk managers to be very pleasant. Given the high per-class fee, I'm guessing that some people will get a bad impression of this place if the one or two classes they happen to try aren't ones that fit their goals, as they'll just think ODD charges too much for classes that they don't even like. But there's no way to get a sense of all the instructors and all the classes by going just two or even three times. Regardless of what the given class is called, there will inevitably be some variation from one instructor to the next. The "flow" naming convention can seem (be?) counter-productive at times, but it's ultimately a good thing that classes vary based on the instructor so that you have options in terms of pace and vibe. Experienced yogis will probably find the use of contemporary music in some (though not all) of the classes to be a little jarring. But again, you just need to find your preferred instructors and classes. There are also a few classes here that are explicitly not yoga, like HIIT and mat pilates, but that's very clear ahead of time and it's nice to have those non-yoga options at a yoga studio. I would personally like to see a few more classes on the weekends and maybe a few more classes that go longer than 60 minutes. I'm otherwise very happy I found this place and will continue to take classes there regularly.

Coming here every other morning has been life changing for me. Prior to joining, I had only ever…read moredone yoga and Pilates at home and I was so anxious about joining a studio, especially in LA, but the entire staff has been sooo wonderful and welcoming. The front desk staff take the time to learn your name and make you truly feel at home, and the instructors are all knowledgable, kind, patient, and explain everything so well. I'm so thankful I found ODD.