The Dailey Method

The classes are good, but very, very crowded after work. I started the unlimited classes three months ago with a three month commitment required. As soon as I did that, I of course started traveling like crazy and was unable to use it. I reached out the email address listed on the site three times to try to cancel, and still can’t get a response. This is the second time my emails seem to go into a black hole. Incredibly frustrating. When you’re paying that much for a membership — or even a class — you should be able to receive a response to your inquiries within a few days. It took me over two weeks.

Awesome studio! I come here via ClassPass and never had a bad experience. The classes are always small so you get the instructor’s attention at all times. All the instructors are great providing instruction, challenge, and energy at every class!

Its weird I haven’t reviewed TDM yet as I’ve gone to this location over the past 4 years. I recently took a class with Alison Noda and let me tell you she is not kidding around. Her class is one of the most challenging classes I’ve taken. She has a strong focus on form and strength. She is always mixing up her routine and I never know what to expect except BURN. I came limping out of her class as my muscles were so fatigued from shaking so much. Who knew an hour long class could get me as sore as when I ran the 13 mile course tough mudder. This is a great workout and great facility. It is pretty convenient to get to when you take muni to embarcadero. Plus bonus after a good workout nothing better than grabbing some yank sing express next door! Try it out!

I really like The Dailey Method — I didn’t start taking barre classes until 2 months ago and they are awesome! The instructors are always very attentive and friendly and they’re always willing to help you out. The classes here are less full than the ones at the bar method but I’d say they’re very similar. I definitely plan on coming back here regularly. :) It’s only been 2 months, but I definitely notice a difference in my body.

I totally agree with Darcy below — I started Dailey here at 121 Spear in December of 2014 thanks to a thoughtful gift from a friend, and have become a total addict!
What do I love? Flexibility in class schedule, tons of personalized attention, really well-​rounded classes with focus across the spectrum of exercises (and tons of stretching built in) and the most motivating, kick-​butt, inspirational group of teachers, including Sungho (we miss you!) Rachel, Peri, Leah, and Katina!

Even if I am dead tired after work, I enjoy coming to DM classes. The instructors are motivating and push you to the limits for your own benefit. I especially enjoy (ed) classes taught by Sungho (no nonsense, really focused workout that emphasizes the form; she is very hands-​on with adjustments too!); Jamie (creative workout routines with attention to detail and a proper form); and Audrey (great instruction and direction with enjoyable stretch, spine adjustment and mini-​massage of your feet at the end). But other instructors are wonderful as well.
After six months of taking classes, my flexibility, strength and posture improved. People who say they do not see the difference might not be taking enough classes regularly. I would suggest at least 3 – 4 classes per week in order to notice any improvements.
The only criticism that I have is with regard to the cleanliness of the exercise rooms. Neither the carpeted floor, nor mats look like they get cleaned on a regular basis. I would suggest providing mat wipes and letting students pick their mats and wipe them before the class. Sometimes I bring the towel to my classes because the nagging thought of lying on a dirty mat where hundreds of women sweated distracts me from following the routine and keeping the proper form.

Took my first class at The Dailey Method yesterday with Rachel and had a great experience. The workout is great for toning and you will definitely feel the burn. I liked how the class focused on arms just as much as legs. My triceps were extremely sore afterwards! Rachel was really good at adjusting people and making sure everyone had the correct form. Small adjustments really make a difference! The class also requires grip socks, which you can purchase there if you don’t have any.
Minus one star because I felt like the class was a little crowded. The studio itself is quite small but I’ve been to smaller studios where I didn’t have a problem with space. When on the floor, I had to move around a couple times so the girl in front of me wouldn’t kick me. I’m also not a fan of the carpet. I didn’t really feel comfortable laying down on the carpet or putting my face near it during child’s pose. Who knows what kind of dirt and sweat is hiding in there?! The locker room on the other hand is quite spacious with plenty of lockers and showers. They also provide free toiletries and towels.
Overall, good workout! Will probably try out their other locations as well.

I can’t even begin to describe how much I love The Dailey Method. I began taking classes in November of 2013 because it was across the street from my work and my favorite teachers had left my home yoga studio (I used to be a bikram addict and never thought I’d find something I enjoyed as much, needless to say more). What began as a 30 day intro special turned into 2 years before I knew it.
The teachers here are amazing (I’m looking at you Sungho, Katina, Jamie, Leah, Rachel, and Peri) and are constantly revising their classes to provide the best experience possible to their students.
The regular barre classes are fantastic for toning and they offer interval classes to get your cardio on, I love the variety of options. They also offer so many classes each day, one is bound to fit your schedule no matter what.
Sign up for the new student special and then do the auto-​pay unlimited classes, you won’t regret it! I haven’t felt so toned, energetic, and fit in a long long time. Love you guys!

I love, love, love TDM. I bought the 30 day new client intro around 2 years ago with absolutely no intention of continuing after the 30 days were up. I was super out of shape, and that first class left me unable to walk 2 blocks to dinner the next night. But I stuck with it, and 2 years later, along with gaining strength and flexibility, I’ve gained a community.
The teachers at TDM Rincon have gotten to know me over the years and know exactly how and when to push me. Since I tend to take classes at the same time every day, I’ve formed relationships with the teachers who teach those time slots. Sungho, Rachel, Katina and Leah continually challenge me, but somehow also manage to make me smile and laugh when really, all I want to do is cry. You can tell how much they care and love what they do. I’m much stronger than I have ever been in my life, yet each class continues to challenge me. I love how each day is different– I never get bored, unlike traditional workouts.
Go here! Though it is super expensive, it is totally worth it.

Things to Know:
— Free parking on Sundays and easy street parking (whoo!)
— This is located in the little plaza on the main floor (go up the small stairs and it’ll be to the right)
— Grip Socks/​Socks required for class
— There is no A/​C on the weekends so they crack the door open and have a fan — but in my opinion it wasn’t really too hot
I took the class with Allison (? or Alyssa) and I loved the class. This was the third barre class I’ve been to, but the first time at Dailey Method. I decided to take my husband to this class after I forced him to get Classpass with me. LOL :)
The class was really great and invigorating! Allison was an excellent instructor that was very caring, relaxing, and also instructive. She always showed examples of the next move before the transition as to keep us aware of what the next transition would be. I found this effective as we were still in the first position, watching her doing the second position and by the time she counted to change positions, we knew what to do and had a really nice «flow» that really kept you active and aware.
Aside from this Allison was great and came over to readjust me and my husband as well as other class members.
Her class really got us sweating, shaking, and sore! This is the best feeling and really made me and my husband feel like we got our day off to a good start!
The overall facility is fine. It wasn’t absolutely amazing or beautiful, but it was clean and what it needed to be and had everything you need for a good work out (all the weight, resistance bands, mats, etc).
Definitely, will be planning more trips to Dailey Method!

I’d never heard of or been to a Dailey Method class before, so as part of the Class Pass system, I thought id give it a whirl. It was 6am on a Monday morning and suffice to say it was a massive effort to get up and out the door at that time. Not only was I greeted with a massive smile and welcome, but I was also given a nice pat on the back for rolling out of bed at that time. Ah recognition! I’m such a slave for you!
The studio is small but perfectly formed, spotlessly clean, nicely lit, with really nice changing rooms with lovely showers.
The class itself was a lot harder than I anticipated! Wowza you definitely work! I had a lady that was at least 30 years older than me by my side, so my motivation was not letting her do something I couldn’t! The instructor was really friendly, professional and strict. She took no prisoners but not in an annoying /​scary way, and gave lots of alternatives for those not quite as advanced amongst us!!!

The Daily Method is located right inside the Rincon plaza. I’ve been to a handful of studios in SF and this one seems a little older and less clean than the ones I’ve been to. The average age is also higher.
What I like about the barre class is that the instructor cares about your form and will push you! But for me the class is too focused on strengthening and less on lengthening.

Great instructors at this studio!
This studio is super conveniently located close to my office so it’s easy to go on a lunch break or right after work.
The bathroom/​changing area is really nice and spacious so it’s easy to clean up and go back to work

My mission to check out every fitness studio in SOMA continues! (Thanks, ClassPass).
I’d still consider myself a bit of a barre newbie (5-​ish classes at The Bar Method, maybe 15 at Cardio Barre under my belt, plus one trip to Pure Barre), but I have to say that I didn’t entirely love the class or the facilities at TDM.
Of course, every workout is what you make of it, and there are always adjustments to make the exercises more difficult, but a few things stood out to me that I think could be improved:
–Late comers to class. I understand every facility has different rules on this, and it was a 4:30 class, so I understand it’s difficult to get away from your desk in time for class, but I usually pride myself on coming in early to secure a spot in the room, and it’s disruptive when someone waltzes in late with no regard to the time or my space, and sets up right in front of me in plank — with no socks on to boot! No one wants crusty feet in their face!
–Layout of the room made it difficult for everyone to get a spot at the mirror. One thing I LOVE about Bar Method is that the teachers really prioritize that new students are by the mirrored wall to check out their form. During floor work as well as barre work, not everyone got a spot, and due to how people were spaced out, I often couldn’t check out my form to compare it to the instructor’s directions.
Overall, I still enjoyed the class and might be back since it’s just a few blocks from work, but if I had the choice, I’d frequent another barre studio when I have the urge to break a sweat right after work.

The Dailey Method is not a class that I look forward to.
To be honest — when I went last week — I had to keep on telling myself that the class was almost over — every 10 minutes. I kept on silently repeating to myself:
«and this too shall pass.»
But that’s largely because every one in the class seemed to be Daily Method pros and I was definitely one of the most inexperienced and weakest participants there.
That being said — despite my poor form and confusion with many of the structured movements — the instructor Michelle was exceptionally attentive. She came over to me a number of times to correct my positions and offer encouragement. Her energy throughout the duration of the class was also impressive.
I can definitely see how the Dailey Method can whip someone into defined shape — and while I may not look forward to class — the pleasant burn afterwards is always nice.
Trust.

You’re guaranteed a great workout at The Dailey Method. I’ve been here a few times with ClassPass, and I love that it’s conveniently located in the Financial District.
Each class varies, which means you’ll never get bored, and all of the instructors are fantastic. You WILL be sore the next day.

I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while. I have ClassPass and lately I’ve been having fun trying different barre classes, but I hadn’t gone to Dailey Method until yesterday.
The downtown studio was clean and offered some small amenities (like mouthwash and feminine products, etc.) that were «nice to haves». I don’t see these little touches at a lot of studios, so this extra effort helps make customers feel welcome.
The front desk staff was super nice and friendly. I was given a brief tour of the studio since I was new, without feeling pressured to buy any products or passes.
The class itself was something else. Audrey, the instructor, was awesome! Per Dailey Method’s aim, she focused a lot on alignment to make sure the students do the postures safely while still getting a good workout. Sometimes, things went a little fast, but I found that this attention to detail helped me a lot as a beginner to make sure to fix those little problems early on before they become bigger ones in the future — if you do the same thing «wrong» or «not safely» over and over again.
In the end, I actually found that the Dailey Method wasn’t really for me (which is a bummer since there are a lot of locations around) and that I personally preferred other barre classes, but that’s not to say that it isn’t awesome and would be fun for anyone to try at least once. So perhaps I’ll give it another shot sometime ;)

I attended 19 classes as part of my new client unlimited month package special for $ 100, which allowed me to attend as many classes as I wanted to in a 30-​day period.
If you’ve never done barre classes before, the focus is on tiny, repetitive movements that target muscles (mainly your thighs and abs). I took a majority of their Mixed classes, which they considered to be an intermediate level. Towards the end, I added in some Express and Dailey Interval classes, which are considered higher-​level intermediate as they are faster paced. For the beginners, or who want a slightly slower pace, I recommend going with the Principles classes.
I enjoyed the time that I put in here, and shoutouts to Peri, Sungho, Jamie and Georgia specifically for the amazingly fun classes and experiences that I had in their classes!
Sadly, I just couldn’t justify paying the prices that they’re asking for ($ 22/​class, or $ 160 for unlimited classes, but only at the Downtown SF location near the Embarcadero). Their other packages really weren’t going to save me much money either. True, you do get leaner and stronger, but I just didn’t notice enough of a difference for myself that made me feel like it was worth it. Maybe I wasn’t dedicated enough, but it was what I felt.
Still, I would recommend both the studio, the instructors and the facility overall. I had a lot of fun here, and I never felt as though my time was wasted. I also liked that they pushed you to go beyond your limit if you could, but never to the point of injury. I still find myself doing some of the movements occasionally, when I want to get a good stretch in :)

In SF for a short business trip I needed to fit in a quick workout. I picked the Dailey Method after reading all of the rave reviews on Unilocal.I was not disappointed.
The class is killer. Little teeny tiny movements, in fast repetitions. I was shaking and totally feeling it in class. As I type this, an hour after class, I’m still feeling the burn in my muscles. I wonder how tomorrow morning is going to be…
My only regret is that I’m leaving tomorrow and won’t have time to take another class. I will certainly go back next time I’m in the city.

Try Dailey Interval. I went to my first Interval class with Aaron yesterday and it was amazing. I woke up sore everywhere (a good sore) and really felt like I got a workout. This workout is like the normal Dailey Method class but on steroids. No ball, no weights and no time in between. A mini sun salutation in the beginning instead of leg lifts, fast reps in high and low seat curve, full arm and forearm plank transitions (!!), squats and arm exercises, ballet barre exercises but 10x faster than normal, etc. TRY IT. I can’t wait to go again.
It’s so intense that they expect you to sweat so they offer handtowels. Less than half the girls take the towel since no one really sweats that much. But it’s still a workout! I would recommend wearing the obscenely expensive socks in the interval class or something with a grip since the reps are faster and you’re more likely to slip.
The only downside is there’s only one interval class a day if there is one offered and it’s usually earlier in the day. Sometimes at 4:30 p.m. — who gets off of work at 4? 3:30? I wish they had a later interval class everyday.
I tried a new instructor, Brie, but she never showed up on the schedule again. She has the best taste in music and is really good. Please bring her back!
TIP: To avoid ugly carpet elbows, instead of robot arms, put your palms on the ground with your arms straight during back-​dancing. In low seat curve, try not to have your elbows rest too firmly on the carpet when doing kickstand curls.