Core Pilates Henderson

I feel compelled to leave a one-star review to draw serious attention to the long-standing sound system issues within the studio. The sound system at Core Studio Henderson is in desperate need of attention. During a recent class I attended, the music and the instructor's microphone malfunctioned simultaneously, cutting in and out every one to two minutes throughout the session. This constant disruption was so frustrating and distracting that it completely undermined the class experience and brought me to the point of nearly leaving the class mid-session. This problem is not new. It has been an ongoing issue for at least a year, if not longer, and highlights a serious lack of attention to maintaining the studio’s equipment. Beyond these repeated malfunctions, the sound system itself is of poor quality. The microphone produces excessive noise and distortion, while the speakers deliver cheap, hollow sound with no depth or bass—far below the standard expected in the studio of this caliber. Core Studio Henderson is situated in a well-regarded neighborhood, and customers naturally expect a standard of excellence that reflects this location. Unfortunately, the current state of the sound system does not meet these standards and is damaging to the studio’s reputation. It is past time for Core Studio to: 1) Conduct a comprehensive inspection of the sound system to identify and fix these ongoing issues. 2) Upgrade the equipment to a professional-grade system that ensures consistent performance and sound quality. Addressing these concerns promptly is not only critical to improving customer satisfaction but also to maintaining Core Studio’s standing in the community. I believe this concern will be given thoughtful consideration to resolve these issues and invest in the necessary improvements to ensure the studio meets the high expectations associated with its location. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Look forward to seeing tangible improvements in the studio’s sound system in the near future.

Aubrey was amazing and very attentive! Pace wasn’t too fast either. Great class for beginners or advanced.

I’ve had 6 private sessions with Erica McShane so far and she’s an awesome instructor. I’ve never done pilates before so I wanted to take a few private lessons so I could be prepared if I decided to join group classes but I enjoyed her as my instructor so much that I bought 20 more private lessons. I leave feeling great after every session. She is knowledgeable and very detailed. For example when she notices the position of my toes needing to be changed and when I move them where she tells me to I can feel the difference in where the workout is targeting. She is friendly and professional. She also makes sure I am comfortable and feels safe with the movements we are doing. I highly recommend private lessons with Erica especially if you’ve never done pilates before.

PROS: Really love reformer Pilates and this is an adorable studio with tons of options for great instructors. I feel more in shape doing core in under two weeks than I've spent at months at other gyms. Love how the classes are only 50 minutes, but you really feel like you get a good workout in. Each class has unique movements so they don't get repetitive. CONS: 1. They charge you $15.00 if you don't cancel your reservation within 24 hours, which I think is pretty absurd. And that's even if the class is not full and there's a waitlist. Your spot almost NEVER goes unused if you cancel. A lot of gyms have a similar policy but its usually anywhere from 4-12 hours. If I sign up for a Monday 6AM class, I would have to cancel by Sunday at 6AM in order to not get charged... People are busy and things come up, I think a 12hr period is FAR more reasonable.. 2. They allow people to sign up for classes 2 months in advance. I try to sign up for the popular 9:30AM or 8:30AM class on Saturdays and they are booked out weeks in advance. Pretty unfair for someone who just signs up and can't get into a weekend class their entire first month. Other gyms I have seen will open up their books a week in advance, so it gives everyone a fair shot for signing up.

I am on my third month at Core and fall more in love with each class. Every instructor is so talented, they keep every class fresh and new so you are always doing something different. The playlists are also different with each class which keeps it fun. The facility and props are kept exceptionally clean and they sanitize everything after each use. Even though it’s a small studio, I never have a problem getting into the class I want and I personally love the class size. I’ve done reformer for over a year before coming here and I wish I would’ve found Core sooner. There is no better workout than Pilates and Core just knows how to work every muscle, make you sweat, make you smile and I always leave feeling better than I came! Try it out, you won’t regret it!