I've been coming here weekly since shortly after the studio opened. I have had such great…read moreexperiences with all of the trainers! I love their different class options. Anything from traditional Pilates and ranges to more cardio or off the reformers with light weights. I get such a good workout no matter the class or instructor! It's so cute and clean. The intimate class setting really gives you the space and opportunity to master your techniques! The trainers are able to give you more attention since the class sizes are small. It's been over a year taking 4-6 classes monthly and I have never felt stronger. Highly recommended!!

New boutique Pilates studio in downtown Monterey. They have 5 reformers in studio which makes for a…read morevery intimate class. I had the pleasure to meet the founder Arianna who was checking in guests and Melody was the instructor for the class that I took. She walked around the room at the beginning asking each guest if they have ever taken a reformer class before and if there were any injuries to be aware of. This was my first time taking a reformer Pilates class and Melody did an amazing job at thoroughly explaining all the components of the equipment and exercises. She walked around the room and made hands on adjustments (with permission). Grit + tonic is offering quite a few founders sale deals. I got my first class for $41 which is not the "cheapest" Pilates studio that I've seen in the area but the cost for the intimacy seems fair to me. Overall, I had a great time here and would come back.

Awesome studio, have been going to Carmel Barre for 10 years now and I attribute staying in shape…read moreto the great classes, the motivating, caring and fun teachers, and the community of friends that keep me going almost daily.

We throw around the words "life changing" often, but Carmel Barre really is life changing. Stop…read moreeverything you're doing and schedule a class at Carmel Barre. There are other barre studios in town that are good, but why go to the Chipotle of barre studios when you have the opportunity to be a part of an actual community? The instructors absolutely have their soul is in it. I've been pushed harder in these classes in an utterly respectful way than I ever have at my franchised barre studio. There are 3 studios. The Monterey studio is sun drenched (something out of a catalogue) and the beautiful windows open so you can feel a light breeze on your face during your practice. The Carmel studio is intimate and perfect for the Barre After Dark class (candlelit slow and intentional). Arianne really cares about your experience in a way that just isn't prevalent in fitness. She's authentic. Other students are helpful and excited to be there. Carmel Barre will be the highlight of your week.

I've been meaning to try pilates for years, in fact my best friend opened up his own pilates studio…read morein Long Beach so I've had ample opportunity to take advantage of some lessons. Being a novice, I felt comfortable and at ease with Tesia, my pilates intructor at Pilates Studio of Carmel. She demonstrates what she would like me to do which is great since I'm a visual learner. It was my first pilates lesson but I've spent most of my younger years taking lessons (mostly tennis) and then instructing myself and her style is very professional yet she creates a warm inviting atmosphere. Tesia is sweet, patient and overall a superb instructor. The studio itself is in a prime location in Carmel by the Sea and there are several windows giving it an open, clean and airy vibe. I look forward to taking many more lessons with Tesia there. Oh and Tesia is a hottie too! Haha! I strive to be as fit as her some day.

Cathy is AMAZING! I needed someone to help this beginner ease into Pilates and she made me feel…read morecomfortable and self-assured. Using the machines in a semi-private setting helped me feel less self-conscious. She has a wonderful way of explaining correct posture and positions that help you understand what happening to your body. She ROCKS

Andrea is a highly motivated Pilates instructor. She knows her business and is a whirling dervish…read moreof energy and encouragement for her clients, I appreciate her humor, sassiness, and caring attitude towards her clients. She constantly challenges each individual to improve their physical condition and always keeps great tunes playing in the studio, in short, she makes hard work in the studio as fun and upbeat as possible .

Great experience with a qualified, astute trainer. Most fun I have every week. Who knew exercise…read morecould be this much fun?

I have been going to Kate for about 6 years - you get a really good Pilates workout, definitely…read moreworth the hour! She also has amazing knowledge of the muscular-skeletal system and has really helped me on days when old injuries act up and keep me from being as active as I would like. Great hands-on instruction in the studio as well as things I can do at home to keep my body in the best shape possible.

What can I say about Alyssa? She can change your body sure, she can make you smile and laugh a…read moreminute into your session? Yes. She knows more about Pilates than anyone I know? Yes, and I am a studio owner. She got me here, she taught me, and has been the most influential person in my career. Alyssa is the kind of instructor you dream of, always happy and the best at explaining the whys and how's of Pilates. She is the best, and even though I have 30 Yelp reviews that say I am the best, she's geographically far enough away, my clients won't know! Many years ago when I was testing for Pilates, I asked Alyssa if I could practice with her, she invited me to her home studio to practice the day before my big pilates practical certification with Marshall Eklund, I was so nervous. She gave the best tips and put me at ease. The next day I went in and she informed SHE was giving me the test! (Of course she couldn't tell me when we were practicing;-) I cried then and there. She asked, " why are you crying?" I replied through my tears,"because you are harder than Marshall!" And that my friends, is the mark of the best instructor: hard, exact, precise, expects you to do your best---but is also the person who cheers you on relentlessly and invites you to their home to prepare. Alyssa is my mentor, my master instructor, and my friend. Go see her, your life, body and mind will thank you.

Alyssa is the best! She was one of my first Pilates instructors back in San Diego helping me…read morethrough a back injury. She is enthusiast, professional and more importantly understands the body. I miss her tons. Highly recommend!

Jen is a wonderfully experienced and talented trainer who uses a wide variety of techniques to help…read moreyou reach your goals. From free weights at the appropriate level, to stretches, releases, massage, and even cranial, she listens to you and adapts each session to where you are in your body that day and your goals. The studio is light and clean with super-sized thick mats for comfortable floor work. She focuses on your form, unlike other trainers I've had. I'm so glad I found her!

Best gym in town. Classes and community are phenomenal. Recovery options and equipment are top notchread more

They've made a ton of changes. Lots of energy, intensity, and purposeful decision…read more Things I LOVE: Growing and great group of folks. The trainers care! Programming is good and scales no matter the class size. Data, I love the data they track. Things I'm uncertain of: Is this a place for atheletes, is a for golfers, is it for fitness? Since I don't know, I'm not sure ownership does. Programming is less innovative since big changes. Not sure if its programming by committee or by russian roulette, but doesnt seem as connected and certainly less innovative. Would be similar to a crossfit, orange theory, F45 type class.