Motivate

After a three month break from Lagree-​style Pilates, I decided I missed it too much. However, I moved away from my former studio, so I decided to try Motivate instead.
My abs are still sore, four days later. And I consider myself to be relatively in shape.
Lacey is awesome, she’s so high energy and motivating (which is key at 7AM). The studio was really cute and clean, class was super hard but felt like it passed quickly, and the equipment was top of the line. The new megaformer is unlike anything I’ve used before and my muscles were BURNING.
It’s one of the best and most unique workouts I’ve ever done and I highly recommend it! It’s not easy (or cheap), but it’s so worth it to get into the best shape of your life.
Also, there is plenty of free parking off Jackson Street, which is awesome.
Try this place!

Even though I haven’t been to Cereza’s studio, I’ve taken her classes many times at the studio she taught at before she opened Motivate. I LOVED her classes!!! She is a top notch instructor! I wish I lived near this studio; I would go all the time!

I’ve been going here for a few months now and just bought another month of membership. I had 24 hour fitness membership for the last 11 years or so, and took their workout classes there but it wasn’t motivating enough. It is more expensive than 24, but I think it’s an investment to your body and health.
You can’t go wrong with ANY of the instructors at Glendale Motivate. They are ALL very nice, motivating, and make you work. If I had to choose, Jasmine and Sarah are my go-​to instructors because they always fix my form and push me to the limit. I love these workouts because it works on different muscle groups that I never knew existed. Cereza, the owner, is also a fantastic instructor and a total sweetheart. She really takes care of you and responds quickly. I’m a huge advocate of this place and I personally recommend this place to everyone I know. The first class is free so you have nothing to lose.

Now that I go three times a month (via ClassPass), I feel like I’m part of the Motivate gang and it makes all the difference. I know the styles of the instructors and they understand how to push me, so the workouts are as intense as one should expect from this sweat-​inducing, muscle quivering contraption that is the megaformer.
Bring your own towel because you will sweat.
Complimentary parking is underground and located off Jackson.

Jazmine was AWESOME! Her routine was great and loved her energy! Her timing and cueing was perfect! Super important when your suffering for what feels like forever while holding movements! Lagree veterans know what I’m talking about
Totally coming back!!! First class is free! Bring a towel and grip socks!

Visited 3÷14÷2016
I read the Unilocal reviews and I knew I had to try this place out!
Free street parking.
Clean studio. Restroom also clean. They have a sitting area where you can put your stuff.
You need grip socks. Bring a towel!
There were only four of us this morning so it felt like almost a private class.
Reformers.
Class was not easy! We REALLY had a workout. Sweated! We were sore for a couple of days. One of the best workout classes ever!

I’ve only been going for a month, it’s such an intense and quick workout. Perfect class times to head to after a day at the office. I have boxed for years, so I thought I was in decent shape until I got into this class. It’s really straight to the point and efficient. Jasmine and Sarah’s classes are the best, they are so patient and nice. The machines are intimidating, but so worth it.

Tried Motivate via Classpass as my first ever Pilates class and I fell head over heels in love. 45 minute class KILLS and I burn about 450 – 500 calories. LIKE SERIOUSLY?! So awesome! I took my first class from Jasmine and I loved her energy so much that I always come back to her. Major bonus points to her as well for remembering my name from the moment I took my first class. She personally greets everyone By. Their. Name. This blows my mind because I’m terrible with names but it makes for an awesome friendly environment. My favorite Pilates studio by far!
Oh and there’s plenty of safe FREE parking. I mean what more could you ask for?

Only been here a couple times, but I love this place. The instructors are very helpful, giving clear demonstrations of the moves and hands-​on adjustments if you’re doing it incorrectly. The studio is simple but clean and equipment is new and easy to use. I always leave these megaformer classes sweating and feeling good.
There’s a bathroom and cubbies, but no shower or towels provided.

I’ve only taken 3 classes here but even from the first class I was in love. The classes are tough but in a good way. You know you worked hard in those 45 minutes and you will be sore. If you’ve ever been to Pilates Plus, that is exactly what the classes are like. I liked the teachers I had; they keep you on pace and prepped for what exercise is coming up next so it doesn’t feel frenetic. The studio is barebones and the machines are easy to get around. There is underground parking available and they require grip socks for classes. I’m not sure if they have spares you can borrow if you forget them but they do have socks for sale if you’re really in a bind. Regular class prices are more than what I’d like to pay but if I ever see a groupon for this studio I will buy it in a heartbeat!

I’ve only been to Motivate twice now, but I’m definitely hoping to attend more classes here. It is on ClassPass, but I have noticed the classes fill up, so reserve ahead of time. They offer parking below the building off of Jackson. The studio itself is nice, clean and I believe has 10 – 12 reformers. They use the the Megaformer machine, which make for a great workout. I’ve taken Pilates classes elsewhere, and to me this is the most challenging. It’s constant movement, which keeps the heart rate up for the entire class. Much of the exercises are standing, which requires balance and core, where a lot of other studios incorporate many laying down exercises. This is definitely the sweatiest Pilates class I’ve been to, and also left me sore the next day — all in a good way!

I absolutely love Cereza. She is super attentive and walks around and adjusts your move if you’re doing it incorrectly or if you need to push yourself a bit more, both of which I really appreciate. I also like that she shows you how to transition so you don’t lose time. Exercises flow after one another and you’re not jumping around the machine. I’ve taken classes at probably 5+ other studios through classpass and she’s one of the best instructors.

I’m a regular doing Lagree workouts and I ran out of the membership at the studio I usually go to, so decided to try this one because first class free!
I really liked the instructor, Sarah, that taught a kickass class (not literally, we didn’t do that much glutes workouts that day)! However, I was honestly a little offended that a lot of people in my class were not wearing grippy socks, and the instructor didn’t enforce that (that’s like wearing sweatpants to a fine dining restaurant to me lol). Anyways, one star off cuz no towels/​showers/​actual lockers.

I love Motivate Glendale. I tend to overheat and get migraines when I work out– even after doing a spin class I would get them. Not with Lagree though, and I’ve honestly never worked out harder or sweat as much as I have with Lagree. I guess it’s because you keep your heart at constant fat burning rate but don’t go much higher to where you get over heated and sick. I’m hooked! Also Lacey with Motivate is amazing, she’s very patient and informative. She makes you feel completely welcome and not the odd man out even if it’s your first time doing Lagree.

ClassPass Review — 45 Minute Megaformer
Awesome workout. Prepare to get sore. It’s very similar to Studio Metamorphosis in Pasadena. Motivate’s studio isn’t as nice, but it’s a great alternative, especially if you live in the Glendale area.
I work around Glendale, so it’s nice to just drop in for a work out.
This is a full body work out that will. If it’s your first time, prepared to get lost numerous of times throughout the class. It’ll take a few classes in order for you to fully transition through the class seamlessly.

I’m officially addicted to working out at Motivate in Glendale.
I never thought I’d enjoy: 1. driving to 2. attend a group class 3. pushing my limits. And that I’d be getting these kind of results easily & so fast!
I look forward to going even when I’d rather stay in bed, just go home or not have to drive anywhere. I miss the feeling of endorphins & lean strength I get every time, in between classes. There’s a huge difference I’ve experienced when I couldn’t go for six days.
I find I’m not craving sugar or unhealthy foods like I used to. I eat better foods, drink more water & take my supplements consistently too. In turn, my energy, mood & physical lightness are the reward! It’s a new level of well-​being.
Plus, at 45 years old, with three grown kids, not having exercised in decades expect for a few stints, sitting on my butt most days/​nights, these workouts for only 45 mins are doing wonders for my physique. Anti-​gravity machines! Woo!
Best investment for taking care of me. Completely worth it!

The 45 minutes workout targets you to work out every part of your body and I like how Cereza constantly pushes and motivates us to do our workout slowly to make the most of it. When I first stepped into the the studio, she makes sure first-​timer like myself is briefed on what to expect when the class starts and explaining that she will give step-​by-​step instructions during the class. She’s very friendly and very clear instructions is given.
Tips:
~ Bring Grip socks, helps prevent from slipping when doing the workouts. You can get socks there @$ 12 if you do not have one.
~ Bring water bottle and a small towel
~ Free parking in the building’s basement garage

I love this new Pilates studio! It’s become my favorite. It’s conveniently located in Glendale and I live in Burbank so it’s awesome. We didn’t have a close enough reformer Pilates studio here and I’m really happy about this one that opened. I’ve already been here about 5 times and will probably attend a class today as well. In 45 min you get a full lower body and upper body workout (and of course the core with all of it). I’ve been to many Pilates studios but I love how Cereza has designed her class. It’s efficient in a short amount of time.
She’s the best! :)

This is an excellent new studio on the East side, in Glendale. The owner is super friendly and has many years of experience with the Lagree method. So if you are looking for a Pilates Plus type class, with the newest equipment– this is it! It was my first time on the Megaformer and I loved it– very smooth and you don’t have to fiddle with switching stuff up– only the springs. That makes for super fast transition times, which means your heart rate stays up! I was dripping sweat. And groaning in pain from the leg work especially– she didn’t take it easy on us– which is why we come! Lol. Bonus– there is free parking in the building. The studio is clean, brand new, centrally located and in a cute park of Glendale. I recommend checking it out and supporting this new small business!

The Lagree Fitness workouts are designed to work every element of your body in a quick 45 minute class. You will work your lower body, upper body, and core in every class with the megaformer machine.
I highly recommend taking a class — you really don’t have any risks because the first class is free!
Cereza is an amazing trainer! You will not regret taking a class with Cereza! She will take the time to introduce you to the machine and its parts and help you with the different exercises as a beginner.
I have been taking her classes at a different studio for about a year and a half and I have never been stronger in my life! I attribute that to lagree fitness and the trainers that push us hard! I am so excited for this studio!
Don’t be intimidated, sign up today and do it for your health, mind, and body!