PowerCore

I attended Pumped Up Pilates (jump board) with Vanessa, and while she’s a knowledgeable and engaging instructor, the class leaned more toward weightlifting than cardio, which wasn’t quite what I expected. It felt more like a HIIT class, with the reformer being used more like a cable machine—a shift from the traditional Pilates focus on lengthening and strengthening that I personally prefer. I also noticed one participant wearing outside shoes on the equipment, which felt a bit unsanitary, especially since we often touch those surfaces with our hands and other parts of our bodies. I was surprised this wasn’t addressed, as grippy socks are typically standard in Pilates studios. If you’re looking for a more traditional jump board class, you might want to explore other options. That said, this class could work well for those who enjoy a hybrid Pilates/fitness style. I liked the studio overall, and since they’re on ClassPass, I plan to try other classes there—but for jump board, I think I’ll look elsewhere. TL;DR: It really comes down to personal preference!

I had a really disappointing experience at this Pilates class. I have taken a lot of Pilates classes, and none of them have been this bad. The instructor was not only rude but also seemed uninterested in creating a welcoming environment. I told her it was my first class, and responded with “okay and? go sit your stuff down.” Didn’t give me any instruction on what to do. Instead of offering guidance or support, she was dismissive and condescending. The class felt uncomfortable from the start, and I ended up leaving early because of how unprofessional the atmosphere was. I won’t be returning, and I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone looking for a positive fitness experience.

It’s disgraceful that a supposedly reputable studio employs someone who so brazenly belittles the very women she’s supposed to support. The hostile, dismissive attitude toward potential clients and community members with differing opinions is shockingly unprofessional. If this is truly representative of the studio’s values, it’s a blatant indicator of just how little they actually care about their clients—or women, for that matter.

I personally don’t appreciate instructors blasting their political opinion about “how humiliating it is for women to think they lost their rights” on their TikTok platform while employed as an instructor at this studio. It’s one thing to have your political beliefs, but don’t shame women who think differently than you and expect them to trust you during a workout.

The women at this studio, both staff and clients, are so friendly and welcoming. Always a great workout too.