Pilates Room Studios

I wish that the instructors were Nicer. I felt like they didn’t even try to correct anyones form and they just try to get through the class quick as possible. Super disappointed with the classes. Club Pilates is so much better but you get what you pay for…

Honestly I’m disappointed because it’s said it was 8 classes for 25 dollars and I found I just I had one instead the eight they offer, when I make my first reservation they said I have seven left but now that I want to make use of the rest it saids I don’t have enough credits. I think really that it’s a fraud, honestly it’s not worth being there for less

So far, so good! I love that booking classes online is so easy. There are times I wish the instructor would show us the exercise on the reformer herself instead of just explaining it with words. But that’s ok. There is plenty of parking.
So far, so good… there’s isn’t much else to say. I think I may sign up for a membership after my Groupon period ends!

I wish I had read the reviews before trying this place.
I tried one class, I thought it was good. I emailed them today to merely to ASK where the link was to sign up for the additional special offer because I wanted to see what the details of the offer were. I just wanted to see where to go to do it because I could not find it on the site and just from asking that question the person who received the email decided to sign me up for the 1 year contract with auto pay.
They are also blocking me from using the classes I have left that I paid for because in order to bypass the screen I have to sign the contract. I am not willing to sign it because I did not ask to be put on a contract.
This business is being run by someone who has zero business ethics. It is nothing short of s scam.

The main reason for 3 stars instead of 4 or 5 is because of their broken AC. So far I’ve been to two classes here. Then it got hot. The AC wasn’t working during my first classes, and there’s no phone number so I can call and see if they ever fixed it (the other ladies said it’d been broken for more than two weeks) so I’m waiting for the weather to cool off again before I venture back.
My first class was fine. I’m coming back from a surgery after which I wasn’t allowed to lift my arm above my head/​do weights for 6 – 7 weeks, so I’m weak. I told the instructor this and she told me just to take it easy if I felt anything pulling. We didn’t do anything that required modifications for me, but to my disappointment, she never told me how to fix my form when several times I know it was pretty tweaked (’cause I’m still weak!) nor did she check with me after class to see how I felt, when most instructors would probably ask.
My second class was much harder, but the instructor was more attentive. She did provide modifications, corrected my form, told me when I did stuff right (always nice to get positive reinforcement).
Also, be aware when you sign up for classes, it doesn’t always indicate which ones are hard or easy. So first I did «Pilates All Levels» which means obviously it’s for all levels, and you can use modifications if you’re more of a beginner or have injuries. No problem, that’s what it was. The second class I took was «Butt & Abs» and everyone waiting (and the instructor) warned me it was a difficult class– yet when I signed up, it didn’t say how difficult it was, or I would have waited until I was more in-​shape again to attempt it. I mean, it’s not like I wasn’t allowed to use modifications, but I did require more attention than others, and maybe it’d be helpful if they indicated the difficulty level on the website.
The reformers are not wood but metal, which to me are harder to work with than the wooden ones. Another thing to know beforehand is there’s nowhere to put your shoes/​purse when you come in (most places have bookcases for storage), so you have to put it under your reformer or beside it. There’s also nowhere to wait, so if you arrive early you have to wait for everyone to exit before you’re allowed inside. So don’t get there early, and don’t bring a huge bag.
After class, Pilates studios expect you to wipe down your equipment– most provide you with towels and spray. Here they use paper towels.

I did the $ 19 single location month trial at the studio in Point Loma and loved it enough to sign up for a whole year! Some instructors are better than others, but I’ve learned which instructors I like the best and I know to do the exercises at my own pace. The 50 minutes go by SO FAST and the classes are really fun for how much of your entire body you’re working out. Make sure to bring the gripped socks because they WILL make you buy them for an insane $ 20 at the studio. I bought a pair of gaiam socks from Amazon for $ 10 (still expensive, but more reasonable). Beware of the class and membership cancellation terms and fees!

I always get a good work out from going to the studio. The teachers educate the group a lot. If you are a new person at the studio they will have a separate introduction for you and whoever else is new. I find that this is very helpful especially because the equipment can be difficult to use it because remembering all of the different things you can do on the machine can be challenging. The studio is very simple and that as soon as you walk into the studio you are in the actual classroom. I see on some of the reviews that this confuses some of the clients because there is no place to wait inside and have to wait outside instead. I feel like as long as you know this ahead of time there is no problem. The awkward moment happens when you walk into a running class and everybody stares at you. oooops!!!
The classes flyby because of how great the instruction is and I really like going to this studio. I will definitely be returning! Thank you for your wonderful help!

Doesn’t feel like a workout cause I’m having fun. The 1^st time my friend and I signed up, we took the Abs and Buns class at the Friars road location, it’s an advance class and I’m a Pilates virgin… I’m so glad Victoria (instructor) was so patient with us in explaining the moves and training us on how to use the reformer. Had a great time and a good workout. I was sore after but I like it! 2^nd class We took was the one in Mission Valley, I like the different workout positions Missy had us do for the class. She was very clear on the instructions for the different positions, beginners can really follow. Both Friars Road and Mission Valley location has lots of parking available. If you want to check this place out don’t forget your Pilates Socks «ToeSox» it’s a requirement, they sell it on the locations incase you forget, water, towel. Also, don’t forget to spray and clean the reformer after each class session.

I have been going to the Pilates Room Studios for 6 months now and I love it. The equipment is top-​notch and instructors are very good and friendly. They have a wide variety of classes and it’s easy to sign up for them. My favorite instructor is Betsy, but it also has to do that she teaches the EXO POWER class at the Little Italy location, which is different to other Pilates classes. If you are looking for something that really challenges you, definitely take her class.
I still remember the first class I took and how burned out I felt after it; I can definitely see progress in my strength and endurance.

I just finished my one month trial and signed up for the year membership! Im absolutely in love with Pilates! My favorite instructor is Marissa! She is the best! Like many of the other reviews said, some of the other instructors seem like they want to be anywhere else and kinda act stuck up. But other than that the classes are challenging and fun and I can’t wait to continue!

I am seriously shocked to read all these bad reviews. People don’t know how to read apparently… When you sign up for a membership they make it very clear that it’s an auto renewal… Not sure why everyone is so outraged?
Anyway, I love the Pilates Room. Ania, Chrissy, Lily, Marissa… All amazing and inspiring instructors. They don’t make you feel bad if you can’t do something… They’re very encouraging and positive. The room is nice, and the equipment is nice. There is always plenty of parking. There are TONS of time options which is great because I’m a graduate student so my schedule is always different.
I read someone else’s review about there not being enough spray bottles… What an odd and unnecessary complaint. There are almost always enough spray bottles and if God forbid there aren’t– you wait 10 seconds until someone else is finished. What a concept! Wow!
I get a great workout at the Pilates Room, and want to thank the staff for always being so great! Keep up the good work and don’t listen to the haters!

Its a scam, they never alert you that the membership is auto renewal, NEVER EVER not even the instructors, I hated how sneaky they were with this and know they are trying to charge me every month again. Be very careful. Classes are ok.

I would love to write more about this studio but I cannot get anyone to call or email me back to attend a class. I purchased a groupon for 8 classes but before signing up you have to activate the voucher. I have written an email, left two voice mails and even tried walking into a studio to get someone to help me activate it and nothing… The woman I tried to speak to in the studio was so incredibly rude that I was tempted to just ask for a refund right then and there but I decided to give them one last 24 hours before pursuing that option. Still haven’t heard back but hopefully they will return calls soon.
After looking at other people’s reviews about sub-​par customer service (among other things) I am now realizing that this studio is definitely not what it markets itself as, «#1 Pilates location in San Diego» — definitely not. This studio is a prime example of «You get what you pay for,» as the $ 35 bargain price is turning out to be more of a hardship than money well spent.

I enjoy coming to this Pilates studio, it’s 10 minutes from my house. Other studios over charge you for classes, but for new clients there is a deal of 8 classes for $ 25.00 and a $ 49/​month membership after your first month, that is a deal!
The good thing about the Pilates Room is that they have other studios with other instructors that you can go and take a class at. There is classes from beginners to Tabata to EXO chair, totally work the try! You will definitely see results after the first month!

My anger with The Pilates Room does not stem from the classes or the instructors, but rather their business practices. I signed up for the trial period and loved it and then signed up for the 6 month membership on June 15^th. I knew I was moving in 5 months, November, but was willing to eat the cost of the final month. At the time I signed up there was no ‘contract.’ I received an email saying «Hey, your trial period is almost up, do you want a membership.» And I was like, «Yes, I want a 6 month membership.» And that was that.
Flash forward a couple months, my credit card was compromised. I sent an email as soon as I got a new card telling them that I need to change my card on file. They told me how to change it using their MindBody App and I did. The following month, I received multiple threatening emails in one day saying I was going to be reported to the credit bureau for not making my payment. I mean there were a LOT these emails sent, like at least 4. After two days of emails with their ‘customer service’ we finally figured out that changing it on the App did absolutely nothing and that I had to change it on their actual website. When I went to change it and then process my payment, a contract popped up that I had to accept. And yes, maybe I should have read it but WHO DOES. And I really just wanted to get the stupid thing payed because they were being hostile about it. Anyway, apparently it said in there that my membership would auto renew if I do not email them 30 days before it expired.
Flash forward to November, I move. And I think to myself, «Oh should I tell them I am not returning or remove my card on file. I mean it’s probably not necessary, I only signed up for a six month membership.» I tell myself I’ll worry about it once I am settled in, and then I totally forget about it. So now on December 15^th I get charged and my membership is auto renewed for another six month contract! YAY. Of course no one answers the phone, as per usue. So I send an email. I send multiple emails. I am fuming at this point. They will not reimburse my $ 60 but they will cancel my membership. I mean $ 60 dollars is a lot for me. If i was rolling in dough I wouldn’t have been going to this particular pilates studio.
MORAL OF THE STORY.
— Don’t lose or have your card compromised or they will threaten to report you to the credit bureau.
— Read your contract, ’cause your membership is going to auto renew.
— CANCEL YOUR MEMBERSHIP 30 days before this happens and hope for the best.
POOP COMPANIES who do not appreciate their customers utilize auto renew. It is a scam-​oriented business practice. They bank on us not paying attention, and lets face it, most of us don’t :(and then we are trapped in another 6 month, 12 month, etc contract.

PROS || Probably the best deal in town for Pilates classes. You don’t HAVE TO SPEND $ 20 for Toe Sox there, but you do need to have them, because it’s safer and more effective. Luckily 1 million other places sell them for $ 7. Would you go to a spin class in flip flops? That Unilocaler needs to have her head checked.
CONS || They got rid of the spring boards!!! They said people kept getting injured, but I think it’s more related to the fact that they let first-​timers come to super advanced classes with no training. I almost quit right there and then, and might still, because spring boards are my fave.
Instructors are VERY hit or miss. I love some of them and avoid others like the plague. For most though, regardless of what level you are at, they give you options to challenge yourself, or take a lower-​impact route, which is fine with me.

I would have signed up and attended Amanda’s class in Carlsbad today, However, she was so rude, i didn’t take the class and will not sign up to take any of the classes offered. Such a bummer, because i was looking forward to trying the PRS out.
Perhaps if you hired people who are nice and friendly and don’t act like they are bored, you would have more people attend.

I like the other locations a lot more than this one. I haven’t been to it in months but when I went the machines didn’t allow me the full range of motion. I asked an instructor at my first class in this location because the machines are totally different that the 2 rooms downtown and the one in mission valley. He said I’m sure you’re probably set to the same settings as everyone else so you should be fine. Halfway through class I realized I wasn’t on the same settings and couldn’t figure it out. The next time I went the instructor also wouldn’t help me to fix it. I found the machines frustrating to use to the point where I hated class.
If you ever have a problem with your account either incorrect absences or them charging your account early, customer service is now terrible. They used to be pretty good but now it is terrible. Also, my friend is military and when she unexpectedly had to deploy they wouldn’t let her pause her membership for free and charged her the $ 20/​month to pause her membership. NOT a good sign and just overall terrible service for such an expensive membership.

I have taken classes with almost all of the instructors. My favorite instructors are Fernanda, Betsy, and Stefanie because they provide challenging, fun workouts. I’m not here for a stretch and a few situps – I’m here for a rewarding, sometimes sweaty workout.
I like the three of them because they are awesome, knowledgeable, and no-​nonsense instructors. Don’t mess! Just when you think the rep is over, they’ll add in another 10. Yes!
Fernanda has a fun, dry sense of humor, and doesn’t let you slack off.
Betsy is sweet and enthusiastic and provides great corrections.
Stefanie is personable and funny and mixes things up with interesting and unexpected exercises.
All three of them tend to talk more during the workouts, which I prefer, because it distracts me from the pain (just kidding). If you want to feel challenged and sore the next day, go to one of their classes.

I’m very pleased with the Pilates Room in general. I attend classes at both this location and the Mission Valley location. The machines are a bit older at this location, but the quality of the workout that I feel I am getting is excellent at both locations. Many of the instructors teach at multiple locations, so I can always find a class taught by one of my favs (Betsy, Marissa, and Fernanda).
I appreciate that there is always parking in the lot shared by other businesses in the plaza and I find it convenient that this studio is located next to a CVS (you never know when you might need something from cvs lol).
I shopped around for pilates class deals and the packages offered by Pilates Room can’t be beat! With several different classes for all levels of experience I like that I have been able to grow in expertise, but there are still classes that kick my booty and others that I look forward to being at the fitness level to take (Tabatha pilates).
All in all a great experience with the Pilates Room