I'm new-ish to pilates and have always been intimidated by the machines and my lack of core…read morestrength, but I wanted to find a local studio to both get stronger and make new friends. Friday Pilates has treated me so well! All locations are very welcoming, the instructors are super kind, and each class comes with new movements so you never get bored.

Absolutely love the new Friday Pilates in Vail! The space is beautiful, welcoming, and impeccably…read moreclean. The instructors are amazing! They're knowledgeable, encouraging, and attentive to their clients! Shout out to Maddie, Diety and Peyton for making this Pilates newbie feel so welcome! Your energy and positive vibes are infectious! The classes are challenging, effective, and leave you feeling stronger and energized. Such a fantastic addition to the community--I highly recommend it! Denise V

I gave this location a second chance and I have to say I am glad I did. All of the instructors I…read morehave singed up with so far were fantastic. I like how the management is very attentive, they will listen to your concerns and will address them. What I also love is that the studio is super clean.

Friday Pilates Central is their second reformer Pilates studio after the home studio located…read moredowntown. I have practiced Pilates at both locations for over a year and the central studio offers the same great experience. The studio is spacious with a peaceful atmosphere and ample parking. The instructors swap between locations which is great because you have the ability to switch environments up if you need a change. Sometimes when there is an expansion, it feels like a decline of the quality of services but that is absolutely not the case with Friday- same friendly smiles, great playlists, and challenging workouts!

Definitely the highlight of my week coming to classes here and I always can't wait for my next!!read more

Update ! LOVING the…read moreremodel & transition from lets sweat to full on Friday mode . I tried both the speakeasy spin and the new infrared Pilates and absolutely enjoyed both classes . The new infrared room is my favorite ! Heat junkie heaven . The moody lighting , acoustics , cushy mats ( love that I don't have lug a mat around ) and infrared heat were awesome . Extra cuddos for showers & such a cute locker & vanity space . Parking ... it's still a scavenger hunt ...

I absolutely love Yoga Pod! All the classes are great, staff is very friendly, and it's an…read moreinspiring atmosphere! I highly recommend attending their classes!

This is a hard review to write because if I were rating the classes and instructors alone, this…read morewould easily be five stars. If I were rating my experience with the studio's policies, it would be closer to one. So three stars feels like the fairest reflection of a place I genuinely loved, but ultimately decided to leave. For almost three years, Yoga Pod was one of the rare places where I actually looked forward to exercising. The teachers are wonderful, the classes are excellent, and there really is something special about the community they've created. Unfortunately, over time I began to feel a disconnect between that sense of community and the way the studio's policies were implemented. The biggest shift began with a new attendance policy requiring members to arrive at least one minute early or be turned away. I understand why it exists, and I've actually noticed that classes run more peacefully because of it. What troubled me was how it was introduced: no community discussion or survey that I was aware of, no adjustment period, and zero tolerance from the start. I was turned away several times after arriving exactly at the scheduled class time. Having run small businesses myself, I would have approached that differently. The rule could still be the rule, but I would have wanted to understand how it affected longtime members and give people some grace while they adjusted. That's harder than simply applying a rule consistently, because it requires knowing your members and sometimes making judgment calls. But to me, that's also one of the great advantages of a small, community-oriented business. Then I had an unusual booking issue where a batch of classes ended up on my calendar on the wrong dates. I missed two classes and even showed up on the wrong day for one, genuinely believing I was scheduled. Yoga Pod investigated and found no known problem with their app; meanwhile, I regularly use other fitness apps without this issue. Ultimately, neither of us could really know what happened. When I asked how something similarly ambiguous would be handled in the future, I was told that unless Yoga Pod could verify a problem on their end, the usual policy would apply. To me, that means when no one can really know what happened, the default is that it's the member's fault. That's the part that just didn't feel right to me. I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with running a business this way. Clear, consistently enforced rules are simpler. But it's not how I've run small businesses, and I realized it isn't what I want from a place I consider my community. That became especially clear when I started looking elsewhere and returned to another studio where I'd accidentally allowed nearly $2,000 in credits to expire while dealing with health issues. I told them it was entirely my fault. They extended every credit another four months anyway. When I came in, they gave me a rose and wished me well. They didn't have to do any of it. They chose generosity. That's ultimately what this came down to for me. Yoga Pod communicates with extraordinary warmth and generosity, but when actual decisions had to be made, I didn't experience that same generosity in their actions. I don't expect businesses to waive every rule or excuse every mistake. But I care deeply about what happens when rules meet actual human beings. To me, that's when the values of a community matter most. I also want to acknowledge the people who made Yoga Pod so special to me. Shae seems to be the mastermind behind the unique class design. Kumari has incredible grace and kindness. Brij was sweet to me even when we disagreed on policy. And Mallory made me feel genuinely part of a community. I can adore these people while also feeling that the organization's policies didn't support me in the same way. The good thing is that leaving pushed me to look around, and I've discovered other places and classes I'm excited about. I'm sad to leave, but I'm also grateful this experience clarified what I want from a fitness community: I want to feel known and supported.

Don't be fooled by this nondescript strip mall yoga studio, inside you wild find a lot more!…read more I took a hot yoga class and loved the teacher's descriptive pace, the low lighting of the room, and the perfectly sweatable heat (and the refreshing cool air during shavasana when the teacher cracked the door open). I signed up for unlimited two weeks of classes for $20, a deal even for this typically affordable town. The staff was friendly and answered all of my questions. If you are new to hot yoga it seemed like they were ready to go into a bit of an introduction, but since I shared that I have a lot of experience they quickly moved on and had me on my way. My favorite part was at the end of the class when we were all given cold towels with peppermint essentials oils; I laid mine on my face during shavasana and then wiped down my face, neck, and arms for a refreshing drive home. The bathrooms have showers if that's more convenient.

I've been a fan of Sumits for about 3 years now. The best hot/bikram facilities in town, including…read moreroomy bathrooms with double shower stalls. The staff is Always so friendly - from the front desk to the instructors. The floor is mopped immediately after every class. Hint: They periodically offer 20% discounts on their packages. They're at random times of the year but always around TGiving and their studio's anniversary (whose date naturally escapes me at the moment). One of the things that has really made me loyal is their Instagram yoga feeds during Covid. They're entirely free. I donated a little while back and would encourage all to do so via their web page to help support these volunteer instructors! Namaste :)

Tucson Yoga Sol has the heat and traditional 90 minute class that I love. Bikram Beats class was…read moreequally challenging and I left want for nothing. Water never tastes so good. Great teachers, clean studio, super welcoming and friendly and made me feel at home.

It's a beautiful & clean studio with excellent instructors. I have been used to watching…read moreinstructors' demonstrations while practicing yoga so that that MacKenji's 75-minute-Bikram Beats on Saturday afternoon in the hot 100-105F heat setting was ideal to my liking. Her introductions were articulate, demonstrations were precise with low/upbeat music of which was great to follow through the entire class with ease without being overwhelmed. I have been practicing power vinyasa yoga over a decade that my expectations were high . With the instructor like MacKenzi , Tucson Yoga Sol will be definitely my go-to-studio to practice yoga or Pilates for years to come. Excellent studio, great instructors, & user friendly website. Highly recommended.

I dropped into CrossFit Fixx (Eastside) about a year ago while I was still new to Tucson, and there…read morewas a lot to like about the experience. The location is solid, the programming was well thought out, and the coach that day was knowledgeable and encouraging. The owner was also incredibly welcoming -- genuinely kind, present, and clearly passionate about what he's building here. The workout itself included both lifting and a short jog outside, which I actually enjoy as a change of pace. However, during that run, there was a moment that made me uncomfortable as a newcomer to the gym and to the city. I overheard a couple of members joking about and mocking Asian-sounding names. It may not have been intentional, but it landed poorly for me, especially as someone of Asian descent who was literally running just behind them. I want to be clear that this didn't feel like a reflection of the owner, the coaching, or the space itself -- more so a reminder of how important community awareness and inclusivity are, particularly in group fitness environments. As someone who values feeling safe and welcome when trying a new gym, that moment ultimately kept me from returning. That said, CrossFit Fixx has a lot going for it, and I truly believe it could be a great fit for the right people. I appreciated the warmth from leadership and the quality of the workout -- and I hope the culture continues to evolve in a way that makes everyone feel seen and respected. Another important thing is I'm in love class pass & Crossfit Fixx isn't available on Class Pass but I believe they do have a drop in fee.

Fixx was my first CrossFit experience, I have loved it since day one and continue to go back! Each…read moreWOD pushes me physically and mentally. The athletes and coaches at the gym are truly great! The ideology behind CrossFit that everyone cheers and pushes everyone to get better while trying to compete with you. No gym I'd rather be at! The workout capacity is within Covid guidelines, each person has their own workout "square" marked off to keep social distancing.

Definitely a complete opposite to it's sister location on Campbell. I took a class at this location…read moreawhile back , non - heated , no water station , no restroom . It's more of a good stretch type of class. Perfect for some . Note this is just a room , no lobby - if there is a class going on and you're waiting to start next class you must wait in the courtyard.

I really enjoy the classes at Yoga Oasis. The location is beautiful and the instructor was very…read morehelpful. The studio was very clean and the classes are offered at really good times.