Boston Body Pilates

Ugh, I miss this place. Classes are wonderful. The morning classes are not too full. The instructors are great and music is great. Its expensive but they have great deals around holidays. Easy parking, you’re in and out. It’s perfect. The Boston location is nice and down to earth (women in their late 20’s early 30’s coming straight from work), the Belmont location is a little intense (women mid 30’s + all wearing Lululemon and huge diamond rings, most not coming from work) but if you can put that aside and feel comfortable, it’s worth it. Katia is a wonderful instructor. The Belmont location also has two adorable dogs that will greet you :)

I’ve been coming to Boston body for over ten years! I have taken private and group classes and worked with all of the skilled instructors. Whether you are looking for a mind body connection or just s great work out this is the place for you. The owner Zayna is also an instructor she is fabulous !! This studio is the whole package including a mentoring program to become certified.

I LOVE Boston Body, and this studio is only second to their Boston location. Wonderful teachers, beautiful studio, and great workouts. The teachers really help you to dig deep and get a very effective workout. I suggest taking a bunch of the classes and find the forms and teachers you like best.

This review is so long long long overdue.
The «too long didn’t read» version is: Body Body is amazing, the instructors are fabulous, Zayna (the owner) is a sweetheart, and the clientele make the classes so much fun. Belmont is my favorite studio, with the Newton studios in 2^nd place, and the Newbury location coming in last.
(Not so much a fan of the Newbury location because a lot of the classes are later in the evening, which I don’t prefer. I also feel as though the atmosphere at the other locations is a bit more welcoming/​less intimidating especially for «newbies», but not to the extent I would remove a star off the rating.)
The full story:
My friend’s wife was my Pilates instructor and when I found out she moved to Body Body, I took a barre class, and joined the next day. I was living in Medford, which was a 15 minute no traffic drive to Belmont in the early AM (and another 15 minutes to Newton – when I wanted to take a Barre class with her or do Jumpboard). So location was key to where I was living.
I started doing classes after a long time of being too sedentary for my own good. I wanted to gain strength and lose fat, and Pilates/​Dance always got me in the best shape the fastest.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: I’d take 2 classes, generally a mat and reformer, or mat and barre. Wednesdays I did 3 classes– mat, reformer, and barre. (Not working at the time, I was able to get in there early with a smaller class size, and really work hard to get back in shape).
I took barre classes with either Barbara Dawson (who I found out has left) or Melissa Milling (not sure if she has moved on) because I found they really gave a tough but fun workout. Katia, Julie, and Mariama were also great. Naomi, Melissa, and Barbara always gave the best reformer and mat workouts, and they really were able to make sure you have the proper form and adjust the workout as needed to suit your needs. I had Julie for chair a couple times, and she was awesome at that, too.
I always got my butt kicked by the instructors and time just flew by because of the friendly and welcoming environment. Just within a month I noticed my body dramatically changing for the better. After a few months, I had lost a total of 8 inches of fat off my 5’1 frame, from all over my body. My back, hips, and neck were also in a lot less pain than usual which was amazing. I felt so much happier every time I left class, and I do miss a lot of the «Pilates friends» I made during my time going there.
I can say I was 100% in the best shape of my life for 2012 and I owed it to Boston Body.
I haven’t been able to head back there because it’s just too far of a drive where I am now, and I really wish they had a studio closer to me. I can say it’s a huge pain finding somewhere that offers the quantity of classes early in the morning, and with quality instructors.
So, if you’re looking to work out without feeling like you’re working out, you want to gain muscle and lose inches rapidly, and you want to improve your posture and flexibility, I HIGHLY recommend taking a class or two at Boston Body because it’s amazing.

I am so glad my roommate introduced me to this place!
I’ve been here twice: once for a barre class and once for a mat class. I have to say, I love it! The routines are challenging, and you will be sweating. A lot. But, at the end of the class, you feel relaxed and ready to take on life’s problems. The instructors are very good about teaching you the proper techniques and are very welcoming and encouraging to newcomers/​beginners. They have a wide selection of classes, and I was able to get into the classes without any problems.
The classes here aren’t cheap, but I think they’re worth it. For Cyber Monday, I was able to get 5 barre classes for $ 65. Then, a week or so ago, I was able to get 10 Barre classes for $ 193(ish). However, it’s worth it! My body was purring after one of the workouts! And plus, you’re investing in your own health. Definitely worth $ 19 a class (and more).

I was looking for a Pilates only studio and stumbled upon BBP. Their class schedule is very convenient for people who work 9 – 5 (they offer early morning and night classes). The studio is extremely clean and I find the staff to be welcoming. I love the Pilates Mat classes and the sculpt classes. The only gripe I have is the pricing. It’s very pricey but well worth it for me. Also, classes are 50 minutes. You really won’t find a better place in the area, especially if you’re new like me. They know they’re stuff here.

The studio is clean and beautifully decorated. The instructors are nice. I enjoyed the little holiday mixers that they scheduled.
The classes… though enjoyable, really were not difficult. I didn’t get much of a workout here and have found a more challenging studio, with better client communication as well.

Good Pilates classes, HORRIBLE spin classes.
Lovely pilates studio — very clean and great equipment.
Pilates classes are very good and the instructors very focused on the correct form and safety while giving you a good workout. The reformer classes are worth the extra cost.
Spin classes are a waste and they should lose their «Spin» certification.
The instructors and clients basically use the time to have a townie gossip session and do not follow Spin class format or etiquette. Lauren, who teaches most of the spin classes, chats the entire time and you are essentially just riding a flat road. There is no instruction about form and the Spin format of trying to raise your heart rate is not followed. The classes could be really good but the constant chatter between the instructors and the clients gossiping about everything from who is sick, who had a baby, recipes, «my moms boyfriend» etc just ruins the workout completely and the instructors do not care about following the Spin format.
The one exception is Sarah Gold who does have a good spin class and includes everything from jumps, hills, etc. If you want a good spin class here, take Sarah’s class; otherwise go elsewhere for Spin.

I amf fairly new to Boston Body but feel like after years of searching for a place where i can learn, become stronger, and feel better about my exercise habits, I feel like I’ve reached my final destination with Boston Body. I work full time and my schedule is erratic, so I. m not a ‘regular’ per se, but I have always felt welcome, and the teachers have always been quick to offer helpful suggestions and give me positive feedback to improve my experience. Zayna has created a warm, comfortable atmosphere and I don’t think previous comments about the clientele are accurate. I look forward to my classes and my only recommendation would be to maybe add a few more classes maybe on Friday early evening or Sunday afternoons for those of us who are limited to the 6:30pm weekday timeslot.

I started coming here because of a BuyWithMe promotion: $ 45 for one demo class, one private lesson and two equipment classes AND $ 25 for one month of unlimited mat or Sculpt with Props classes.
Needless to say, I got my money’s worth! I figure I went at least 16 – 20 times last month.
I had my private lesson with Elaine, who has turned out to be my favorite instructor. I try to take her Thursday evening and Saturday morning classes. Thankfully, she just added Monday evening classes as well! I also like Lauren’s classes. The instructors are all specifically trained and very knowledgeable, though.
I’d never done pilates before this and it turns out I love it! Finding motivation to exercise on my own has been a challenge always. I’ve always found that I need the structure of a class with the instructor there to push me and remind me to make the necessary adjustments. I actually ENJOY going to classes! I feel great after and have felt better on the whole since I started going to class regularly.
The Belmont studio was my pick (of the four: Boston, Newtonville and the newest location, Concord) because it’s a five minute bus ride from my apartment. The studio itself is very nice– clean and well-​maintained. BBP provides mats and after every class you wipe them down just like at the gym.
The staff has been very nice, welcoming and helpful. Because I bought the BuyWithMe packages, I got a deal if I purchased a class card or a membership. I ended up buying the 60-​class card because it was the best deal and would keep me there the longest! I wish I could afford a membership so I could go as many times as I want to a week, but alas, I am not made of money.
Which brings me to my main gripe: it’s expensive. Seriously costly. I couldn’t afford this on my own and that sucks. I wish they had some more economical choices. More offers? Better deals? They must be making a mint, so surely they could afford to lower prices a wee bit?
My other suggestions: perhaps more 6am classes? Classes on Fridays or Sundays? The only classes offered on Fridays are between 8am and early afternoon. Not so much for working folks.
As another reviewer mentioned, the clientele can be a bit snooty. I’ve noticed this has changed in the last few weeks as the BuyWithMe expiration date nears; there’s more of a mix. I’m definitely one of the bigger girls in all my classes and it’s easy to feel inferior to those snooty ladies, but hey– I’m here doin’ it, so suck it, Snoots McGoots!
I hope to be able to continue after my 60 class card is up. I really enjoy this and hope they can come with a way to make this more affordable and accessible for those of us who aren’t Belmont housewives.

I bought a ten pack of small group pilates reformer classes about a year ago — Now I am finally writing a review.
The concept is great — small group pilates reformer classes. Makes a reformer workout a little more affordable — still a splurge for me at least.
The reformer classes really help you feel your abs working.
Unfortunately this studio is not ideal (for me). It is clean and well kept. But the classes are just 50 mins. Why not just round it up to 1 hour? It goes by too quickly — especially considering the warm-​up and warm-​down. Not much time left in the middle. Some days were great and others I felt I hardly worked.
I felt a little out-​of-​place in this studio. I don’t think the instructors are terribly impressive — one teacher sips on a 32 ounce ice coffee during class and I believe that is all she consumes during the day.
Let’s just say the vibe is off. The instructors and clients are a little too stuck-​up for my taste. A mix of older women in their 50’s that run around with fresh manicures and tight yoga pants (+botox), snooty newly wed women with huge diamonds or spoiled 13 year-​old girls that are obsessed with their weight because of their deranged mothers.
It’s too bad pilates is so elitist. The workout can be great and relaxing at the same time. I’m sure I will do it again at some point.

I have been a member of Boston Body Pilates in Belmont for about a year now. It has changed how I work out. I used to go to the gym and dread it, and now I find it such a pleasant experience. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The class size is so small that you get needed individualized attention. Zayna, the owner, is also a teacher, and she is incredible. The only reason why I am giving it 4 stars is because of the price. It is expensive, and they just added spinning, for an extra expense. Many people thought this was going to be included in the price. However, I am a devoted fan and feel like it’s worth the money.

I started pilates to help my back, and so far, it has worked!
Boston Body is clean, well-​equip, and the staff is knowledgeable. I enjoy that the Belmont location has a fairly diverse selection of classes, but sign up early. There’s been a large sign-​up boom in the past few months, and at times it is difficult to get into the high-​demand classes.
They would have earned 5 stars if they had a little more availability, or peak hour classes were easier to get into.
If you want a good core workout at a great facility with nice and personable staff, try out Boston Body!

As a pilates novice, I stumbled upon Boston Body’s Belmont location just days before they opened in August 2008 and couldn’t have been more delighted with what I found: a serene, suburban oasis; challenging but accessible exercise moves; a genuine interest in educating clients on proper technique; and a welcoming, friendly owner (Zayna) at the helm.
Classes are offered on the pilates reformer machine or as a mat-​based session. The pilates equipment classes are a lot of fun – and the instructors will help you understand what to do with all the pulleys and other gizmos. The mat-​based classes are more akin to what you’d find at a gym: a strong focuse on core work, with a little bit of leg and arm work thrown in for good measure. Tara’s classes are excellent – both on the mat and on the reformer.
Classes are pricier than the drop-​in yoga classes offered elsewhere. And I know that’s comparing apples to oranges, but it’s important to keep in mind. Perhaps you’ll get more exercise bang for your buck if you hit up a power yoga class, but if you want a small class with personalized attention in a very comfortable, all ages and body sizes welcome environment, you really can’t beat Boston Body.
Classes are offered at a variety of times, six days per week. No classes on Sundays – and not on the major holidays either. There are some monthly unlimited package deals that make it much, much more affordable to incorporate a regular pilates practice into your life.
One last note: Because class sizes are small, you will want to make class reservations in advance online, to ensure a space in class. Be aware, however, that there is a 24-​hour cancellation policy, and if something crops up during the day and prevents you from making it to class, you’re out a few bucks.