Body Design

Very nice place! I got a deal on groupon and it was a great buy! I love the small classes and individual attention. The most people I have had in class was a total of 6 people! All the other classes have been about 3 – 4 people total. There are a variety of classes offered with many different class times to fit anyone’s schedule. I highly recommend this studio.

I just had a facial from Mary, and had to run a few errands at Fashion Island. While I was there I got a bunch of compliments on my skin from strangers and was still in sweaty workout clothes /​makeup free.
She has been taking care of my skin for forever. I don’t like going to anyone else. No one compares. She has the best products and knows everything! You’ve missed a beat if you haven’t scheduled with her yet.

I’ve had a pleasant experience with every single teacher here over the past year. I’ve only taken pilates reformer classes, but have been doing different levels on and off :)
They helped me get in great shape for my wedding and now I’m sticking around because I feel so much stronger!
LOVE IT HERE!

I take Pilates, Yoga and TRX classes at Body Design. The instructors are friendly and knowledgeable; I especially enjoy Lisa’s classes. There are several classes offered each day, and you don’t feel like sardines in a stuffy, smelly, closed in room. The facility is fresh and clean with windows viewing the Ocean — the class goes by so fast!
Absolutely recommend this studio.

Sue is great

I love this studio. I’ve been going to it for the past couple of months. The instructors are great and really want you to have good form. I recently had surgery and didn’t work out for 3 weeks. My first class was today & I let Brittany know my situation. She was so attentive to me and make sure I didn’t overdo it eventhough I kept wanting to push myself. She probably kept me from tearing anything. Totally recommend this studio.

Got wonderful deal through Groupon and really enjoy classes there. Very good location, nice instructors. Highly recommended!

Cute nice and clean workout place. Review is only for Alex’s trx class. I am in love with her class. Just kicks your ass. She’s amazing. Totally attentive to you and will be there to motivate you and correct your posture. I am addicted!

I purchased a Groupon for 10 classes and I’m so sad it’s over. I really loved the TRX classes here.
I’ve taken Nicolas at another studio and he’s awesome, but Alex is AMAZING too. I feel like because she’s a woman, she understands the areas we want to work a little more. It’s definitely heavy on the glute and core area which I love.
It’s a great place to workout and the classes are small so we definitely get individual attention.
Definitely recommend this place!!!

I was new to this area when I first joined and noticed a groupon was offered (still available by the way) for 10 classes at $ 59. The gym is on the outter ring of Fashion Island on the second floor of Edwards Movie Theater, so it can be confusing to find on the first time.
I like this gym because of the variety of classes offered. I alternate between YRX and Reformer Pilates, but they also offer a variety if other classes like gyrokenesis, bar, body fit, weights, private classes. There is also a full gym as well. I think the best part if this gym is that there are no «grunters» and every classes is boutique (4 – 6 ppl).
The staff here are very helpful and know each member on a first name basis. I recommend this to anyone who wants something new/​different in their workouts. I’ve been coming here for almost two years now.

Coming up to my two years anniversary with Body Design. I love the variety of Pilate and fitness classes and levels. The schedule is flexible and easy to sign up to try. Class sizes are small with 7 students max. The teachers are professional and you don’t feel too intimidated and yet you can progress at you own pace and level.

You will not find a better gym. I have been working out at Body Design with Susan for 30 years. That should tell you how much I love this place.

I agree with Shane. I have been coming to Pilates for quite a while now. I really love the studio and most of all Dianna. She is always funny and comes to life in her classes. I have not been back since she is teaching less. I really hope she comes back with more evening classes. There is an instructor there who never seems happy and is blatantly rude. I quite going because of her. Hopefully they will offer more affordable packages as well.

Diana is amazing! She’s by far the best teacher you have on the roster! I really wish you could have her do more classes … as some of the other teachers just don’t care as much or put in the effort she does to really work you.
I’ve been coming here for almost a year now and I absolutely love it!

Been coming for about a month now and so far so good. Originally signed up with this gym to take barre classes but I can’t ever wake up early enough. Barre in the evening please, Body Design? :)
5 stars for Diana’s reformer Pilates class. You can tell that she genuinely cares about her students and her class is the perfect variety/​pace!
5 stars for all of Alex’s classes (TRX, butts n guts, cardio fit). Great workout every time. :)
I would have given 5 stars but I take a star away after attending a couple classes taught by instructors who just seem like they don’t want to be there or have a genuine desire to help their students.
With that being said… you just have to be selective and attend the right classes! Really wish Diana taught more reformer classes, evenings or more days would be awesome.

I’ve been really enjoying Pilates classes with Savannah & getting my butt kicked with Alex in TRX! Bought a groupon, loved it & signed up for more!

This review is only for the Pilates Reformer Classes. I have been to this studio several times over the last 3 years (you can buy another groupon or living social if you haven’t been a client in over a year)
Pros:
1) Very convenient location
2) Polite, professional, friendly staff
3) Many class times available
4) You can’t beat the view out to the ocean while you are working out!
Cons:
1) Staff can be inconsistent. Some are very knowledgable and some less so.
2) Some classes are pretty full of people, which can lead to less instruction
3) They are not strict about who can take higher level classes. (Some may consider this a pro instead of a con, but as a more advanced student it’s frustration when beginners slow down an advanced class.)

I came here via a Groupon deal for 10 classes. I have already been four times and I LOVE it! The only thing I would change is moving it closer to my house (I live in Laguna)
The gym is just serene. I have never been to a place like that, I feel so comfortable there. There is a balcony that goes all the way around, and if you prop open the balcony doors you get this amazing ocean breeze — you wont even need a fan. I feel inspired to work out harder and a little bit more when I am there.
I find it strange that people are knocking Savannah. I have taken her classes 3 of the 4 times that I have been there. Let me start out by saying that she is a strict instructor but she’s a GREAT instructor. Having taken her just a few time, she’s already corrected me SO much and taught me new ways to position my spine so that I can get the most out of my workout. And she does it consistently, even when the class is full. Very attentive.
I don’t know why people are being prissy about her. She does her job very well & her workouts are intense. She’s not there to be your BFF or gush over your new prada bag. She’s there to be a great instructor. Hands down, she’s been the BEST pilates instructor that I have ever had. I wish that I could move this gym closer to my house :(

I love Body design! :) Im pretty lazy about going to the gym but I really enjoy coming here. I’ve been coming here for over 6 months now and I usually take Pilates with Savannah and Diane and TRX with Alex and they are great!
I would definitely recommend this place to my girlfriends!

I love everything about Body Design, the classes, the teachers and the students who go there. The instructors provide a very comfortable environment for students to ask questions as well as giving as much personal attention to everyone, even with a full class (8 students). All instructors bring their own unique style to the classes and will tailor the classes to the level of the students in them. What makes Body Design different from other Pilates studios are their fusion classes, my favorites are Savannah’s Cardio Pilates, Sue’s TRX/​Pilates and Lisa’s Power Yoga. With a combination of the aforementioned classes I have seen a drastic change in my body; I have gone from average to toned and lean. I still have some more work to do but I know I won’t be going to a regular gym for it.
I was so surprised to read the review below regarding Savannah’s class be boring. I attend Savannah’s classes regularly and I always find them to be challenging. Savannah is pleasant and always willing to help students before, during and after class. There are a few moves that I still have a hard time getting right and she will always come by to help me with my posture and positioning to ensure I am getting the max out of the exercise.
The great thing about Body Design is if you want a different style Pilates or personality in an instructor you have many classes and instructors to choose from.