Align Pilates

I tried Align about a year ago when a groupon was offered and have been going regularly ever since. I love their barre classes– they are a perfect mix of cardio, bare/​toning moves, and some yoga/​pilates. Their classes are great for someone like me who gets bored working out. Heather is my favorite teacher– she makes the classes really fun, plays great music, tells funny stories/​jokes so you barely notice that you’re working out. Heather, and the other teachers, make a point to learn names of those attending their classes.
Align often offers deals online or through groupons so it’s much more affordable than other barre/​yoga studios in the area. Their location in uptown is convenient, especially since they offer free parking (evenings and weekends) across the street.
I would definitely recommend Align, especially Heather’s classes!

I don’t relish having to write this negative review. I like the studio and wish I felt inclined to keep going. But due to the poor customer service I will be looking for another studio.
I purchased an unlimited December pass. Twice when all classes were cancelled except for a «holiday» class, I asked to be added to the class as it would not work online. One time, no issues; my request to be added was granted. The second time I was told that not only was the holiday class not included in the «unlimited» pass I bought, but that my pass had already expired. When I referred them to their own Facebook post indicating that on both accounts they were incorrect, they simply stopped replying to my email.
I just wanted to take a class. Had there been offered classes other than the «holiday» class, I would have gladly taken one of those. However, they had all been cancelled. Its upsetting they would not acknowledge their mistake, but rather just ignored me, all for $ 20. It seems poor business practice to alienate and willing lose a long time loyal and paying customer. Perhaps be wary of any purchase made at this studio.

Everyone’s talking about Barre classes… so when I saw a groupon for Align Pilates and it’s Barre classes. it I bought one to try a class out for a month this past summer.
Is Barre dancy? No, not at all. The classes are pilates focused, muscle toning and low impact cardio… but you will be dripping in sweat after class and feeling your muscles the next day!
Align is located in a very convenient area in uptown and instructors are all very nice and helpful, addressing you and remembering your name.
Class is never over-​crowded, and they have online registration, so no worries of being turned away at the door from a FULL class, as long as you are there on time…
I really enjoyed trying out the class with the Groupon, and was impressed with the studio.
I, however, enjoy a variety of things in fitness… so I am staying loyal to my gym, LifeTime Fitness, which offers a variety of fitness options that works better for me and helps me stay consistent with my fitness goals.

Tried the one week pass & fell in love. Tried several classes… headcount was just right (not too many people, not too few people). Fabulous Uptown location. Warm & genuine instructors.

I first went to Align over a year ago when I bought a Groupon for Barre classes. I took a couple of classes and to be honest, I found it really difficult and the teachers not really interested in helping out newer students, just getting through the class and joking with the regulars. I’ll also admit, I also am not really coordinated and felt like a giant blob next to all the beautiful sticks that attend this class.
I did a couple of Reformer 1 classes and liked them a lot. However, I ended up getting a gym membership and not coming back to Align until this year when I decided to take Reformer again.
Align offers some classes on Sundays that are led by teachers going through the training. Therefore the classes are discounted. Not all, but most of the morning ones.
So far, Reformer has been great. I think I’ll gather the courage to try Barre again. Just an FYI, from what I gather, the Align Barre is its own style and not part of any national franchise program.

I’ve been a regular Align customer for 5 months– and an unlimited member for 3 months. I’m a long distance runner and there is no better compliment to my running then the barre classes– the instructors are all amazing (and learn your name/​individual strengths within weeks) and change up the classes regularly to keep it challening and fun. I’ve brought numerous friends with me to try out the classes with me, and they all love it, too. Also, I love that this place isn’t a meat market (i.e., people don’t do their hair/​makeup to come to Align– it’s refreshing…)
From a workout perspective, the classes are challening– I’m definitely in the best shape of my life after going to 2+ barre classes a week in addition to my running regimen. Omaur, Heather, Danielle and Ranier are all AMAZING instructors– so it’s hard to go wrong!

I absolutely love Align Pilates!
I wanted to try Barre classes and so I bought a Living Social for Align. I didn’t even know where Align Pilates was when I bought my deal and it is conveniently located in the heart of Uptown. The staff is extremely nice and they actually try to learn people’s names.
All the instructors have their own style and choose their own music and so you can find one or a few that fit for you. If you really want to sweat I recommend Omaur’s class. It is my favorite!
I wish they had more classes in the evening. They have a lot of classes during the day, so if you work in Uptown you will be able to get to more classes. Align is kind of expensive in my opinion (I believe it is comparable to CorePower), but the classes are definitely worth it!

I started here on an Amazon Local deal and really like the studio. I have taken multiple Yoga, Barre, and Pilates classes. The teachers have been very nice and offer adapted exercises for those people with various body limitations or who want a greater challenge.
Unlike other Pilates/​Yoga studios like Core Power, at Align you have to sign up in advance for classes. This is good because people can’t just squeeze into your space right before class starts (there’s a limit to each class) and because (for me at least) it motivates me to actually go. It’s bad if you can’t get into the class you want or, when you are signed up, if you don’t cancel more than 24 hours before because (for people who pay class by class at least) you still have to pay.
My favorite class is Barre. You work muschles you didn’t know you had and the hour flies by. Just make sure you like plank :)
I know they also offer beginners classes for Pilates, Barre, etc. that you could take if you’re nervous about jumping right in. haven’t taken them myself but have heard good things.
They also have good deals on Sundays.

I’m a former dancer and a current runner. Barre class was intense enough for me to sweat profusely with shaking muscles and really get a good all-​around workout. The studio is clean and the equipment is in good shape. Pilates Mat classes are nice too for strength training.
Cons: very crowded classes but this may be due to my schedule limitations as I can only make it to the very latest classes of the day during the week. Also, the classes are quite pricey; if you are on a budget I recommend trying a month first so you can get great instruction from the most experienced instructors and then after that just go on Sundays when trainees teach and the fee is discounted.
I also recommend trying several different classes from several different instructors since each has their own style. My favorite is Heather R.; she is so pretty, positive, strong and graceful that it is contagious!

I’ve only been to three classes so far and I have to say I am in love with Align! The location is great, space is clean and bright and the classes are kick ass. I went to my first ever Barre class on a Monday night, although it was crowded, it made the class a little more fun. There was a lot of yoga-​like moves, tons of core work and even some arm exercises thrown in. As someone who works out regularly, this class wasn’t extremely challenging but an hour later I felt it for sure. The next day I could barely laugh my abs were so sore, which is one of my favorite feelings. I have also attended a Mat Pilates class, which was a first, and loved it. I felt like I got not only a great workout but Emily (the instructor) was super helpful even though there were people will all levels of experience in the class. On Sundays you can go to a reformer class which at lifetime cost over 80 bucks… here you can pay 10 bucks as long as you reserve a spot, does it get any better? Sure, some people might say Life Time has more «qualified» instructors, but for 10 bucks to get on a reformer for an hour, you’ll still get a workout and feel great afterwards. I am incredibly excited to attend more classes and after this month ends I am already considering a full membership.

I’m downgrading my review, due to certain issues that have come up with the reformer classes. Align offers teacher training, and these individuals (as well as other employees of the studio) are allowed to use the equipment at any time. As a result, during a reformer class that has an open spot on one of the six machines, someone can come in to use that equipment. There are only six reformer machines located in a small space, and so having one person doing their own thing during a regularly-​scheduled class is incredibly distracting. In addition, there has recently been training classes going on in the same room (but in a different area). Our instructor that day was sick and was unable to speak loudly enough to cover up the noise from the training class. Even if she could, it still would have been difficult to follow her given the commotion that was going on with the training.
I have cancelled my membership as a result, and informed the studio of my concerns. I received an email from the studio manager which stated — «Align is a Pilates teacher training school and so trainees are allowed to use the equipment for their personal workouts, which are part of their requirements to complete the training program and employees are allowed to use the equipment as well.» She pointed out that I could take other classes — barre, yoga, etc. — and not run into this problem. At $ 150 a month, I would expect that I could take ANY of the classes they offer and have a great class free of unnecessary distractions, and not be forced into classes I wasn’t particularly interested in.
That being said, I still highly recommend Jennifer, Ellis, and Shannon as instructors.

Another rave review for their barre class — it’s amazing. The class combines yoga, ballet, and pilates for a great workout. The instructor I had was Michelle, she was fantastic and had the best music.

After two classes, I am totally hooked on the Barre class. Never have I felt so good after getting my ass kicked. Danielle’s music is great and her workouts keep you moving, while working every area of your body, particularly abs and thighs/​butt. For those that don’t know, a barre class incorporates pilates, ballet (lots of plies) and a smidge of yoga for a great cardio and strength building workout. There is more on their website about it.
It’s also very motivating to have an instructor who is obviously in awesome shape cheering you and a room full of other high energy women on. While this isn’t the only exercise I’ve done, I feel like I got immediate results. I can already feel the tone and did lose weight in those two weeks. I just wish it was closer to my house!

Knowledgeable staff, they are also have a teaching program.

Align is a great studio for any level of Pilates experience. The staff is excellent and the studio is always clean. If you are on a budget but want to try out Align, I suggest you go on Sunday — they have $ 5 mat classes and $ 10 reformer classes.
They also added barre classes to the studio recently. I went on Sunday for $ 10 & am hooked! It’s fun, upbeat & anyone can do it. Just be prepared to be sore the next day!
Align also has bootcamps, workshops & tropical pilates/​yoga retreats.
Easy online booking on their website!

Absolutely addicted to this place!!!
It’s clean, great location, and the instructors and staff are amazing! I am brand new to pilates and the experience at Align is better than I could ever imagine!