Inspire

I’ve been going to Inspire 2x/​week for at least 6 months and I LOVE it. It’s an amazing workout and I actually noticed a change in my body after about 2 – 3 months. If you’re new to pilates, I would recommend going to the beginner class. If you can’t make that, then I’d recommend going to a class later in the day. I think the early morning classes are filled with mostly regulars, so the moves aren’t thoroughly explained.
The instructors consistently correct form, offer modifications, and provide new routines and moves. After 6 months, I’m still doing new moves weekly. LOOOOOOOOOOVE it.

This is a really great workout! You’ll be sore for the first month or so but stick with it. It will be worth it. I started feeling the difference after the first couple of classes. I started seeing the difference in about two months. I’m 59 years old, BTW. The instructors are very helpful and careful to correct you if you are out of alignment. I would strongly recommend going to the orientation class they offer once a week if it is your first. time as there is a lot to learn and the transitions are quick. The class is only 40 minutes so it is intense. Don’t be afraid to modify the moves, use the support bar, or take a break if you need to. Just keep going and you’ll be amazed at what you can do as you get stronger. It’s so important to keep doing resistance work and intense workouts as we age. If you are out of shape and new to this type of workout I would recommend starting with a few private lessons.

I was so excited after leaving this class! I had purchased a 2 class intro package and was excited to sign up for the second time. Using mind-​body, it turned out that I did not get notified that I had gotten into the waitlist, so my 2^nd class was used as a no-​show. When I tried to contact the studio, they were impossible to get a hold of on the phone, so I finally emailed, and was told that unused classes are not credited back. I let them know that I had not even been notified that I was removed from the waitlist, and then I was let know that the intro class package is 1 month so my time had expired. What an ordeal! It seems as though if they were trying to get new students into the studio, they would not have a small print expiration date in the details of the purchase. This isn’t something I would have ever thought I would have to read through when you sign up for something like this. Studios that are that difficult to work with are not worth the $ 35 for one class! What a racket.

If you are ready for a killer workout come to Inspire! You will feel the burn and you will see results! I’ve tried other pilates classes and never got the challenging workout that I was seeking. However, Inspire is actually Lagree Fitness, so it’s a different method than normal pilates, and I much prefer it. I would also say that these classes are not for beginners. These are very advanced and challenging classes, so just know what you are signing up for!

I am writing this update because Inspire has won back my love, with new instructors. Their full body workout is the best in town. I believe what they say, 30 classes to a new body. You will be frustrated the first few classes because it is HARD but after a few weeks you will be able to hang with the experience folks. I love Inspire.

I went to an all levels class since it said beginners were ok to come (I also teach yoga, run, hike, and go to all kinds of classes including barre and Pilates). I told the instructor at check-​in that this was my first class — she said I’d be fine. This was absolutely not an all levels class. I got the 15 second machine overview but then she got right to business.
As a fitness instructor myself, I have learned to never assume my students have warmed up their bodies just before my class. This instructor provided no warm up, no cool down, no framework to the class. We got right into some serious ab work that required immense shoulder flexibility that without a warmup, that’s dangerous! This was a trend throughout class — my body was not prepared for the movements we were being asked to do.
My form was also never corrected. With movements that are that intense and extreme, the instructor should have had a much closer eye on us. I was also never offered a modification — to be honest, I don’t think I ever completed any one movement correctly to its full range of motion.
I was lost, confused, and left feeling discouraged and angry. What a terrible and dangerous experience.
I should have left and would suggest you do too.

I love The Lagree Pilates method– I attend a studio in San Francisco 3x per week. Inspire knocked my socks off during a visit to Seattle. This came after I had a horrible experience at a studio on the East Side which gave me the mistaken belief that maybe only my studio in California could live up to my expectations of the method (us Californians tend to forget that others can do things just as well in other places :)– snotty, we know)
First, I was greeted upon my arrival by the instructor, Ari. The studio was open early enough to give ample time to new students to get acquainted with the facility. She spoke with enthusiasm from the get.
Ari is an incredible instructor! She gave the correct names to the moves and during the current move she would give the class notice what would follow next, which facilitated smooth transitions.
It is so wonderful when an instructor not only calls out ways to improve the moves but takes the time to, for example, to physically move your hips or help you turn your hand to get in the right position. This helped to maximize this workout.
Lagree emphasizes the use of modifications and Ari knew of a modification for all the exercises, which was much appreciated. My body is a bit in vacation mode and the availability of modifications were my saving grace in Ari’s intense class.
The instructor was high energy throughout the class! It is wonderful to hear inspirational word me when you think your muscles cannot push any further.
Thank you Inspire for a wonderful workout. My muscles shook for hours after the class. This is how a 40 minute workout should make you feel! I cannot wait to take another class at your studio!

I had to update this to let you all know that they are constantly bettering their teachers and they way they coach. I appreciate them being constantly aware of how we can get better! Burn baby burn!
Worth EVERY penny

A really good work out but just too pricey for me! Also, a lot of people say this is a cardio workout. As someone who is strong but definitely not in great cardiovascular condition, I did not feel that I got any cardio in during this class.

I have been coming here 3 – 4 days a week for the past 2 years, and my body has completely changed. I am stronger and lighter than I have been in 10 years! I have tried out most of the instructors at this studio, and they are all very good, just different styles. I typically take Trixi’s classes; she really mixes up the exercises for each class to keep my body guessing. If you are new to SPX, I recommend taking a beginner class first (the fast pace of a 40 minute class can be daunting) and then trying out a class with each instructor to see which style works for you. If you are looking for a bodybuilding or boot camp style, try Trixi. If you are looking for a pilates style, try Rebekah (she will fry your abs in the first minute or two of class!). Rebekah also teaches a good barre class that will get your heart pumping.

Trixi is the best! If you want to get in shape she’s amazing. She will kick your butt and it won’t be easy, but you will GET RESULTS. She will come around to every individual and help with positioning… It’s not just words thrown out at you and you follow. Those minor tweaks she makes make the biggest difference. Caveat don’t go to Trixi if your looking for a hug after every push up you do. She’s like a drill Sargent, but I love her. She’s the greatest cheerleader and knows how to really see your level your at and customize things.

I started using ClassPass and did the Barre class earlier today. This is one of the best sculpting workouts I’ve had in a very long time! I am hooked and can’t wait to go back. Rebekah is truly amazing!
It was the perfect combination of toning and cardio. Rebekah made sure I was utilizing the right muscles and corrected my form. The class was fast-​paced and everyone there was super nice.
If you’re looking to really change your body, give this place a few months of your time and you won’t regret it. Such an amazing experience.
Give it a try. I highly recommend it!

Great workout, wonderful instructors! Love Trixi who always makes sure you are using correct form to get max results, and Rebekah who always encourages you to keep going… simply great place to truly get in shape!

One word: results.
This is one of the best sculpting workouts I’ve ever been to. I feel much stronger, have noticed myself become slimmer and more defined, and have gotten comments from friends and family that I look great. I continue to incorporate yoga and running into my weekly exercise plan, but I highly recommend this studio and Lagree Fitness to everyone. Give it a try.

This studio gave me my first exposure to the world of SPX and I’ve been hooked ever since ! It’s just the right amount of strength — building, anaerobic exercise and time I need to see results in the typical female problem spots. After about 5 classes I noticed I was getting stronger and after 15 classes I saw my waist, hips, thighs and upper arms slim down by at least ½ an inch!
I did notice myself plateau after a few months but I finally had to give in and incorporate cardio (spin) into my regimen.
My fave instructor has to be hands down Trixie. Her background in professional bodybuilding makes her classes a little more intense and technical than the others but it teaches you how to do the moves correctly and be mindful of your form.
I’ve encouraged 2 friends to join inspire, both newbies to SPX, and they both loved it and saw their bodies change quickly.
If you have tried every workout and have not seen results, give this an honest try.

This place is not for beginners.
I purchased the 1x beginner class + 5 class package. Three sessions were great. Three sessions were not. This was due to one of the instructors. I’m a runner and run 9 – 12 miles/​week. I have great cardio history and I’m not a stranger to working out. But I’m a total beginner when it comes to muscle strengthening and Pilates. One of the instructors was really fantastic. She let me take my own pace, would occasionally correct me on form and provide helpful tips. I felt fabulous after those workouts and hopeful that I would get stronger and continue. The other instructor however made me feel like a total idiot. I’m sure she thought she was trying to give me helpful tips, but on both classes she would call me out, uncomfortably manhandle my body in positions that my body would not fluidly bend, nor were strong enough yet to support. She made me feel pathetic when I couldn’t do something and weaker than all the «experts» she kept referring to in the class that had been doing this for several years. I did not appreciate it. I found myself trying to find classes that did not have her as the instructor, and eventually I just gave up and turned to another gym. They’re too expensive and my time too precious to be dealing with instructor anxiety. I’m now regularly attending the BodyPump class at Queen Anne Seattle Gym and love it. I feel stronger and healthier and feel confident that I can keep it up for the long haul.
I think Inspire works really well for those who are very experienced with Pilates. However, I would not recommend it for beginners. I had pre-​conceived ideas that Pilates was difficult and the equipment looked like a torture chamber. My perception of the equipment is no longer valid and in fact it’s very ingenious, but if you’re a beginner, they physical part is challenging. If you want to do Pilates for the long haul, I would recommend a place that is better suited for beginners.

Each instructor here brings a new spin to their class so you can get a different work out each time. The classes are up beat and energetic — I can’t get enough. I have been attending Inspire about 3 – 4 times a week for the last 5 months and my body is proof that this place can do wonders. I have a fused upper spine, had been in a car accident, and was completely out of shape. After 3 months I noticed my pain was reduced, I felt stronger overall, had better posture and could see muscle tone I hadn’t seen in years.
The instructors gave me alternate exercises for the ones I either can’t do or that trigger irritation so I don’t feel like I’m unable to participate fully in classes.
Unless you are already somewhat athletic and/​or have taken pilates previously, I would highly recommend taking the Beginner class on Saturday before diving in. I took the Beginner class twice before getting into a regular schedule and it helped me understand the machine, as well as get a good feel for the pace of the class and what to expect (and if you’re unsure about anything, ask! Every instructor is there to help you reach your goals).
Inspire is a perfect combination of toning and cardio. The classes are fast-​paced so the time flies by, and the instructors make sure you’re utilizing the right muscles and will correct your form.
If you’re looking to really change your body, give this place a few months of your time and you won’t regret it.

I love this studio, I love the instructors, and I love pilates! The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable. They take the time to adjust you when your form is incorrect and give great pointers throughout the session. They also know when you’re having a «weak» or «off» day and are great about coaxing you through it when you are having trouble. Whats better is they have a great sense of humor and aren’t afraid to laugh with you. I have a bad knee and I’ve found that just mentioning this to the instructor at the beginning of the class makes a great impact. They take the time to modify and adjust when needed, consistently checking in to make sure you feel stable. They really pay attention.
After a month or so you can step it up a notch. Not feeling challenged? speak up, let’s add some weight or tweak the excercise to make it work for you. They understand the overall goal is to walk out of there feeling like you got your a$$ handed to you, in the best possible way of course… and they make sure it happens. The instructors know it’s not cheap to go there and they make sure you get your money’s worth. After one month of going 3x per week I could really feel a difference in my body. I feel stronger, more aligned, and toned. No more under arm flab! Hello lifted butt!
I definitely recommend trying different instructors and taking the time to find out what works best for you. I also recommend this studio to my friends and co-​workers all the time and I will continue to do so.

If you want to get injured, come here! It took me over a year of physical therapy and going to a real pilates studio (4x per week) to get over the injuries I endured here. As far as I can tell, these instructors have had no formal anatomy or pilates type training other than a weekend here or there. They NEVER corrected my form other than to tell me to bend in more contorted ways that led to my injury. While I wasn’t in marathon running shape, I wasn’t in terrible shape either. I was using this workout to supplement my running and build my glute strength. Instead I was left unable to walk up stairs due to a bum knee. I’m lucky I didn’t end up needing surgery.
The good news is that through this injury I discovered how real Pilates can benefit your body. My advice to you… if you are looking to build core strength… find a reputable Pilates studio with certified instructors. Then suppliment that with some cardio cross training and you’ll be in the best shape of your life.

I haven’t worked out since 1997, seriously! I walk QA for exercise but thought I should start doing something else to work my upper body. I decided to try Inspire after my girlfriend raved about it. the first week, I was so sore I could hardly move, the second week, I was sore but recovered much faster than the first week and so on.
The staff is amazing, the owner Sue, has been incredibly helpful and patient with me during my transition of learning this new exercise technique.
Bottom line, Pilates is the most effective workout I have ever had. I highly recommend Inspire!