Pop Physique Long Beach

FIrst of all, I hate working out. I despise the gym and by no means am I a dancer and I am far, far from having a dancer’s body. But I absolutely love Pop workouts! They are FUN and REWARDING. Time flies! What an insane, great workout. I’m also quite out of shape, so if I can keep up with the workouts, anyone can. I come out feeling long, lean, and sore! Been attending Pop for about 6 months on and off. It’s a great way to stay fit and flexible. You will need to add cardio in addition to this to get your heart rate going. This class is all about using your own body to challenge yourself. I never thought working with 1lb. weights could get so incredibly tough. The studio is clean and very welcoming. I’ve yet to try their cardio class, but I will soon!
Newcomers:
1. Take off your shoes right as you walk in. Stuff your things in the cubbies below the window.
2. Grab a purple mat off the wall and grab a spot near the mirror!
3. Grab your ball, a set of light weights, and heavier weights.
4. Get ready to bend, hold, and shake to the music like you’ve never have before!
5. At the end, grab a towel and sanitizer to clean your mat.

I love this place! This is my first experience with a bar studio and so far it’s been a lovely experience! The staff and instructors are all friendly and the classes will kick your bootie into shape. 3 classes in, I’m already feeling and seeing results. I have gym memberships to Gold’s and 24 Hour and those classes are so different from a barre workout!

I can’t believe I haven’t written a review for Pop yet. I started going about 3 years ago at the Seal Beach location. When I learned Meghan was opening a studio in my neighborhood I was ecstatic. I love this place, and my workout tonight is a perfect example why. Lately I have fallen out of good habits and hadn’t been in a while. Talia kicked my ass while simultaneously making me feel amazing and the hour flew by. I am looking forward to Saturday when I can be back again. I have worked out most of my life, either with a trainer or at a gym and I have never had a workout that staves off boredom while simultaneously delivering amazing results. I cannot recommend this place enough

I’ve been coming to pop physique for 2 months now and it has been the best work out decision I’ve ever made. I usually don’t work out a whole lot but Pop Physique is something that’s stable, easy, super fun and extremely rewarding. You feel the difference within days after a couple workouts. They really don’t lie about pop being addicting. You would be too after seeing and feeling fast results. A couple my favorite teachers are Ashely and deidre.

Ashley is awesome!
I love how the workouts BURN during class, you go home feeling pretty good, then two days later you feel the muscles you worked out, and with a vengeance!!! Painful but GREAT FEELING!
I can only go with specials as the regular rates are out of my budget, but when I started a couple of years ago with the New Member unlimited one month for $ 100, boy, did I see results in just that one month! Not huge results, but noticeable. I wish I were rich so I can afford going for a longer time than just these specials spurts. Oh well, I’m happy with what I can get. All the instructors I’ve had are wonderful!

I’ve been going to Pop off and on for 9 months now. Still the same clean, great studio with very nice and friendly instructors.
Specials may vary between this studio and the others so make sure to clarify before signing up for classes. Here they offer $ 129 per month unlimited, or each class is $ 17.
The thing that I love about Pop is that every workout I’ve been to has been different from the one before, all thanks to the varying styles of each instructor. Try out different classes to see which instructor is your favorite. Although the basis of the routine is the same, some instructors will really push and challenge you more than others. Lately, I’ve been taking classes with Jessica and Deidre, but you really can’t go wrong with the other girls. Some of the girls here also teach at the Seal Beach studio and vice versa.
Bring your water. You might want to by their socks (with grips). Mats, weights, and other props provided along with sanitizing spray and towels for you to wipe things down when you’re done.
Don’t be scurred– it will burn and it will hurt, but it will hurt so good!

I love this place! I’m usually those kind of people that doesn’t like going to places or doing things by themselves I always have to have one of my friend join me with something like this, but I feel comfortable going here by myself. The workouts will kick your butt. You’ll feel the burn on all parts of your body abs, butt, legs, arms, shoulders… I also like the music they put when we’re doing the routine. So far I’ve only been there twice and even though I’m slightly sore I’m going today for my third time its addicting. The instructors are very nice, motivating, and they’ll help you with the moves if you’re having trouble.

Love this place! It works out your whole body especially your core and booty! The instructor Ashley is super nice and energetic, she’s always willing to encourage and help you in the class!

Absolutely love it!!! Been coming for 3 months & I’m not stopping anytime soon. Bootcamp is a bit much, I don’t like high impact, yoga is just a little too serious for me so this literally saved the day! All the instructors are awesome! I never felt like I was being left behind. A+++++

5++++ stars for the workout, location, and the measurable results you see fairly quickly after beginning your pop physique routine. I usually get up bright and early to catch the 6am class with Jessica who is SUPER kind, professional, highly skilled, and just an overall lovely person. With that said she’ll kick your arse with her routine-​all while SMILING!!!-but you will love her like your favorite pair of heels once you see how great your hips, thighs, and abs are both looking and feeling. I cannot say enough about how much I appreciate the attention to detail she gives and how she cares enough (as all the PP instructors do) to give you your moneys worth up until the last second! The workouts are complete and thoroughly timed. I am so amazed how they manage to fit something in for just about every rusty, unused muscle in your body.
Just a bit about me: I am a busy mom of two, one special needs child, happily married with two jobs (I consider my motherhood/​wifehood one if those two) and and overall full life which can keep me anywhere on the lower end of the energy pendulum from day to day. But if you want to start out the day with some «umph» and bursting with energy get moving. I feel better, I think clearer, my lower back which was injured in an accident is now feeling stronger and by all means my clothes are fitting much better.
Thanks pop physique. Special shot out to Jessica– my go to gal for brutally honest discipline for my body. Don’t let her petite frame, warm smile, and the fact that she’s up bright and early looking as sleepy as the rest fool you. In fact do your self a favor and just expect excellence from all the gals.

First off, A+ workout. Second, I’m a guy! My girlfriend Kelsey introduced me to pop physique mid 2013. I’ve been doing it religiously til I moved about a week ago. Now I’m POP-​less :/
The workouts hit every muscle including the muscles you don’t hit in heavy lifting so it’ll give you that silent advantage in whatever you’re into.
For me — I play basketball and POP helped me dunk an NBA sized basketball on a 10ft hoop!
Kelsey, Ashley, Deidre, and Karen are my favorite teachers. Don’t be afraid of taking the newer teachers. Remember everyone starts somewhere — they’ll be your favorite teacher’s favorite teacher one day. Switch it up!
I wrote this review mainly for the guys who say it’s too feminine. Yes, it is geared towards girls but once you get passed that, mentally, you’ll really benefit from POP! So girlfriends show this to your man! For single guys — you’re in a room full of girls! But don’t be a creep! Lol
Thanks POP

I’m happy to report that the owner, Megan, personal called me to address my concerns and she assured me that she was taking immediate action to correct the issue. Since I spoke with Megan things have greatly improved. LOVE Pop Physique!

Love Love Love!
I have had a personal trainer for 3 years before having my first child and I feel this workout is almost as beneficial and shows similar results. Pop Physique works all the core muscles a girl wants to work. It starts off with plank, moves to arms, thighs, butt, and then finishing off with core/​butt again. I am no dancer, but the use of ballet, pilates, yoga, and cardio shows results. I have been going to Pop in Bixby Knolls for six months now and I am getting all kinds of compliments on my new after baby body. I also noticed some pregnant women come too, so you can continue your workout during pregnancy.
I love Megan the owner, she has always been really sweet and all the instructors know what they are doing and make an effort with each person who comes to class.
Thanks for coming to Bixby Knolls/​Cal Heights we needed this.

I was curious to try out this class, when I saw it on Groupon. 5 classes for $ 40 seems like a deal! Since regular price is $ 20/​class! I showed up to the class, 15 min early. My instructor was Kelsey. She was cheerful and very pretty. It took me about 5 min to fill out the paperwork it was just 1 page front and back. I have never done Pilates, yoga, etc. My work outs consist of the gym 2 – 3 times per week. The class started promptly at 6:15 and ended at 7:15. I definitely did feel «the burn» it is VERY intense and I woke up sooooo sore! But I felt good, I worked out muscles I did not know I had! Lol Kelsey was very encouraging, but was going a bit too fast for me. There were poses that she asked the class to do that I was NOT familiar with since I have never done yoga, or anything else. They may be «simple» but for someone that has never done yoga, I was lost L that would be my only suggestion. Maybe slow down a bit when you have new students? Or brief them before class starts? Idk. just a suggestion. but overall GREAT class. I was out of breath, but I will be back next Tuesday! J And I have already recommended Pop physique to a couple friends and coworkers!

I am so excited (and sore) to start my 2014 at pop physique! They know how to push you to do your best.
The staff were so sweet and helpful.
The room is clean and the windows are covered (so no creepers peeking in).
TIP:
— Wear socks, that’s mandatory. If you forget then you can buy a pair.
— My first mistake, don’t wear short shorts. Capri yoga pants or long pants are recommended.
PARKING:
— no problem, they have a lot of spots.

Okay, so it has been a few months since my initial review, and… dare I say that I have dabbled in barre classes from a couple other studios. But guess what, I like Pop Physique most of all! Other places either move so fast that you have no time to focus on technique or their instructors do not give clear enough directions or guidance. I’m here to stay! By the way, it hurts so good and I do notice that I am a bit leaner than before. I put my gym membership on hold because I get a total body workout here and I still run in addition to barre class. I hope to try their Pilates Barre sometime soon.

So I’ve already left way too long of a review for Seal Beach and how much I love it but I love this studio just as much and even more so after the amazing experience I had tonight. I attended the 7:30 pm class and it was basically like having my own personal pop trainer!!! I could not have asked for a better instructor for it too. Prior to this I had only taken class once from Amanda C. and I absolutely loved it so I was so excited to take from her again.
Amanda was so energetic and excited even with a late class and she gave me one of the toughest workouts I’ve had in my 5 months of taking Pop. She took the time to fix my form and was honest with me when I was doing something right/​wrong. She’s a dancer with a pilates background so her form is amazing, she’s super strong and a great teacher. It was seriously one of the best Pop experiences I’ve ever had. I highly recommend her as an instructor and I’m really honest about who I’d prefer to take from and who I wouldn’t. She’s super fun and sweet but always keeps her focus on form and staying safe so you don’t get hurt or over-​do it during any part of the workout.
Supposedly she’s been subbing a lot for other instructors during the holidays so I really, really hope she continues to be on the schedule a lot. I’ve taken from her at 6 am at Seal Beach and trust me, she is worth getting your butt out of bed for. I just wanted to take the time to rave about her because it still means so much to me when you come across an instructor who takes the time to put the proper form and energy into their teaching and who you can tell genuinely loves Pop as much as you do. Did I mention she’s super nice?
Bottom line: Take class from Amanda C., either here or at Seal Beach. You will love it!

I had been loving (Seal Beach) Pop Physique for about a year before this location opened in Bixby Knolls. I am so happy for this location! It’s clean & gorgeous & it is walking distance from my house! I adore the instructor Kelsey! she knows everybody’s name, always has the best form correcting tips, plays GREAT music & makes every class super fun, yet a total challenge. Kelsey has ways of making you work more than the one muscle group you think you’re working on… gotta love her! This workout will lift your butt & lengthen your muscles… just check out the instructors for a sample of what you could look like if you stick with it! If you are looking to change up your workout routine or just wake up muscles you did not know you had, this is the place for you! They always have specials so if you think it’s too pricey, just like them on Facebook & wait for a deal.
*****if you buy a deal or a series of classes, be very aware of the expiration dates & make sure your schedule will allow you to use them up by the time they expire******

I purchased the Livingsocial deal for 1 month of unlimited classes for $ 39. Definitely worth it! I get a great workout each time I go.

First timer for any type of Yoga, went in for their free yoga session their first week open and mannnnnn did it change my mind about Yoga.
I have madddd respect for Yoga because this Pop Yoga worked me out and even worked muscles that may have never even seen a workout Lol… The instructor she was wonderful and very understanding to those who could not always handle the yoga moves but encouraged us to keep going.
My muscles were sore for three days after this class but in a great way, I had more energy at work and slept much better at night. It’s def worth trying if you have not tried this type of Yoga. They incorporate weights, balls, bands and ballerina bars. I have flat feet, penguin toed and knocked kneed so some of the poses were detrimental on my feet even though I have taken modern dance many years ago the ballerina stance on the balls of your feet will kill you if you lack arch support like me.
I am testing out Bikram Yoga, Pop Yoga and Regular Yoga to see which one will best fit my fitness and spiritual needs. Hopefully I can come back and take some additional Pop Yoga classes while I try out the other Yoga’s…My MD Dr Tyson in Bixby suggested this to me for health reasons and it was the best thing yet…
Studio is very nice, modern, clean and serene. Great experience. Glad to see them in my neighborhood