OMpower

5 stars on their spinning classes — try Enrique he is the best, but don’t fall for the reboots. Total waste of money and time, they are just not equipped to handle those and inspite of paying 80 a session you will be lugged around rooms because the next class has to start. You could have a 1:1 session for that price with the nutritionist.

Rowing with Duncan is the best! He takes the time to teach instead of going through the motions. I value that in instructors. Cycling with Enrique is legit because he trains you as if you’re going to competitively cycle. His calm aura is contagious.
4 stars because there’s no shower, so eliminates working out before work.

I took a yoga class here and wasn’t overly impressed. The yoga studio was not quiet, allowing you to hear cycling and other strength classes going on during your practice. The instructor was super sweet but not very challenging (and I signed up for Power Yoga). I was looking for a different yoga experience but willing to try one of their other classes they offer, such as spin.

Yoga with Bryant! Love starting and ending my week practicing Yoga with Bryant.
Yoga is not Bikram style super hot cardio exercise! Yoga, to me is a form of meditation, helping me bring awareness to the present moment and that in turn helps me strengthen and align my posture and get my body and mind working together.
Bryant is a very encouraging guru, he takes time and effort to help students grow and attain whatever they wish to get out of their yoga practice.
A special shout out to Devine Hardy! Hope to take her dance class sometime soon.

I used to come here a couple times a week because my office was just around the corner. Unfortunately, I no longer work in the area, but still try to take classes here when I can. I’ve tried the cycling, rowing, and yoga classes, and love the variety of workouts I can get in one place.
Cycling — I’ve taken classes from a couple different instructors. I really liked Enrique’s classes when I used to be able to drop by on my lunch break. The Wednesday evening classes with Nan are my FAVE!!! Her music selection is so eclectic and upbeat. I especially like that she includes arm workouts when you’re on the bike. Not only is it great to get a bonus work out on your upper body, I kind of like how the pain in my arms distracts me from the pain my legs. Is that weird? It just helps somehow.
Rowing — I had my first experience with rowing at OMpower and Duncan is a great teacher! I personally preferred the 30 minute express classes the most. It’s amazing how you can get such an intense workout in just 30 minutes on the rower. They recently expanded into an upstairs loft area and now have more rowing machines, so YAY more open slots.
Yoga — I’ve only taken a couple yoga classes here, but had really great experiences. The space is big and open, and the classes I took weren’t super packed, so you have plenty of room.
Also, there is a SUPER SWEET dog that hangs out here and I love petting him before and after my workout. (But if I have food in my bag, I have to make sure to stash it out of his reach, haha.)

So I only went here once for the pilates class that they were doing on the weekend. But the venue itself is really clean, and pretty large, and they have large ceilings so it doesn’t feel so confining. There is street parking with metered spots available but you have to really hunt around for it. So budge time for that if you are driving.

Love the cycling classes here. They have heart monitor straps available for you wrap around your chest that automatically sync to the bike you sit on, allowing you to monitor how close you are to your anaerobic threshold. Huge drop down screen with video tailored to the rides — the instructors provide great commentary to go with the video too, which I think is pretty neat. Every Wednesday they have a DJ come in and spin music for the 5 pm class. I’ve taken classes from a few instructors and I like them all. Nan always crushes her class and really has me working the whole time. Take her class for an awesome workout. Her music is awesome and she’ll have you doing cool moves on the bike to keep things interesting.

Nan is the only spin instructor who gets a 5. I’ve taken Robs class who should be a motivational speaker since all he does is talk and parade around the front yet doesn’t ride … and don’t get me started on his music … The Ritz Carlton elevator has better music. I thought I’d give it a go and take Enriques class … man what a bore. Music is meh. Basically you stare at the screen the whole time and follow the road. LOL ill stick w Nan since I know she’s da bomb!

Love Rob Cox’s spin classes. He is always prepared & technical. His workouts are consistently challenging and focuses on mindfulness. It’s not like the other fun fast-​paced spin classes, where you realize you’ve been breathless for 20 minutes straight. Rob’s classes seemed to be designed to keep you focus on your breath. Plus — their bikes are state of the art. So so so smooth & cushy, never got the case of sore butt bones!

The instructors at this studio place greater emphasis on the cycling aspect.
That said, the workouts don’t involve as much up and out of the saddle or arm work as the newer trendy studios. This determines the type of music played. I.e. Endurance workout doesn’t lend itself for 160 bpm pop music
I enjoy Enrique’s classes the most. He has a lot of energy and enthusiasm. Plus is very patient and helpful with novice riders. He’s the best!
Unfortunate though, the studio increased the price by 40% without warning. I can’t justify going as often as I would like to now especially given I already have a gym membership. This class was a fun alternative to my standard workout now feels like a splurge

I’ve only taken yoga classes here through classpass, and they’ve all varied depending on the instructor. I love that the classes are — for the most part — pretty empty… no matter what time of day. There’s a large mirror on the left hand side so you’re able to see your form. There’s also a lot of natural light that makes it especially soothing when taking a morning or evening class. The yoga class I’ve taken here, relative to other studios, have been fairly easy. Of course you can always push yourself to do more, but this studio seems to be more for those who like to add it as part of their exercise routine (like to stay flexible or to supplement another sport). There are less *yogi* type people here, so unlike Laughing Lotus in the Mission for example, there is no incense floating around.
I have yet to check out the other classes — not sure if I will, but I’ll definitely be back for more yoga.

So a 40% price increase this year with no explanation.
Also– all the old teachers are gone and repalced with people that can’t teach.
at alost $ 20 bucks a class– at least have amazing teachers. There are many in the city to draw from– most of these people just started teaching. No explanation for all the great teachers who left and the huge huge price rise.

There are gym duggies inside and the instructor/​front desk people were awesome! I usually wait until 3+ visits to write a review (so far I’ve been once), but this place was really great and I don’t need time to think about it. I’ve been to several cycling classes and this is the first one where the instructor actively went out of their way to help me get the bike to the correct position for my height. Will def be going back.

I hate giving studios 1 star, but I honestly haven’t had a worse workout. I tried a spin class through ClassPass and sadly wanted to just get up and leave after maybe 1 or 2 minutes. It could just be the one particular instructor, but I’m reluctant to try another class.
I’m not the biggest lover of spin classes, but I do enjoy ones like SoulCycle that have good music to ride to and great instructors that motivate you. This class was unfortunately lacking in everything:
–MUSIC: Probably the most important to me in a spin class. I need music with high energy to keep me going. The music in this class was just… bizarre — a combination of slow, calming music that I would chill or relax to and of what I can only describe as tribal drum music. Not only was the playlist incredibly disappointing, but there were really awkward silences in between songs.
–INSTRUCTOR: I believe the instructor I had was Maryam. I didn’t find her motivating at all. In fact, at the beginning of class, she told us that we can work as hard or as easy as we want and that she wouldn’t know if we’re taking it easy. In a way, that’s kind of her to be okay with going easy on ourselves, but that sounds more like a yoga attitude. I think spin instructors should motivate and push the class more. She lacked energy in general throughout the class as well.
–WORKOUT: The class was 45 minutes of just straight up cycling, which I personally find to be incredibly boring. I like classes that keep things interesting by including an arm workout. I guess this studio’s way of making the class more interesting is playing videos of scenery or biking trails, as if you’re actually biking somewhere outside.
Possibly the only good thing is that the studio doesn’t require you to have special cycling shoes.

I’ve spent quite a bit of time at OMpower, and the instructors are fantastic and the space is large! Be sure and catch Bryant’s yoga classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday or Jason on Tuesday and Thursday for a good time on the yoga mat!

I love this place! The studio is in an awesome location (I’m a bit biased because I work in SoMa) and it is SUPER clean and updated. I’ve always walked by the studio but could never bring myself to pay for a class here since it’s pretty pricey. Then Fitmob gave me the awesome opportunity to take classes here. Woo hoo! I’ve taken both their spin and yoga classes.
Yoga: I love taking the Friday yoga classes! It’s such a nice break from work in the middle of the day. They have beautiful hardwood floors and the ceilings are draped with this very peaceful and beautiful white cloth. They also have a mini heater in the room so that the room is nice and warm even on those cold, rainy days. The studio doesn’t have that bad gym smell that yoga studios sometimes have and there are tall ceilings, so the whole place feels very roomy. Very clean space!
Spin: Their spin class is amazing. All their bikes are new and updated with machines to help you track your RPMs. What I love the most is the big screen at the front of the room where they show scenic routes so it feels as if you’re actually biking outside! I’m not a big spin person myself, but if I had to take a spin class, this would be it.
Overall, very nice and CLEAN gym. The changing rooms are also always kept tidy and the bathrooms always smell nice no matter what. LOVE IT ALL!

I’ve been to OMpower a few times now for yoga classes. They have a nice studio in SoMa all the way down Townsend street towards the embarcadero.
They have different types of classes, including fitness, yoga, cycling, etc. The interior is very nice and has large changing rooms, a nice spacious room for classes, a few other side rooms for other fitness activities and a comfortable reception area.
While the prices are not exactly cheap, I have had nothing but good experiences coming here. I would definitely recommend it to others in the area.

This review is for OMpower’s newly added Mommy & Baby yoga class on Wednesday’s at 3:00pm…
…which i LOVE!
I emerge feeling connected with my baby, inspired by the other moms in the class, and above all, refreshed and well stretched out! Even as a 2^nd time mommy, it’s hard to pay attention to yourself (arguably harder?) and Elika (and her sub Shirley) makes you feel like you’re the only and most significant person in the room. As an additional perk, assistant Rebecca! will snuggle with your baby when needed to make sure you can focus on your moves for just a few minutes.
Small class size, lots of mommy tales and bonding, in the neighborhood, and above all, baby friendly?!
did i say it yet? LOVE! and i just gotta spread it!

I started training for the AIDS ride from SF to LA in March 2012 and when the ride came in June I was totally ready thanks to OMpower! If you are new to cycling go to Jim’s class, you’ll feel like you are at cycling camp in the middle of a history lesson. (he describes all the terrain in detail) Thanks to Jim I figured out how to tackle hills and use the gears on my fancy new bike.
When you are ready to have your ass kicked in the middle of a dance party on a stationary bike that feels like a ride at Disney Land… go to Vanessa’s class. She can push you in that «I think I like you, maybe I hate you, but you’re cute so I’ll do what you say sorta way».
Buy the package deals… way more cost effective.

Cant wait for the candlelit power yoga classes with someone playing that Steinway grand piano to start soon!