Melrose Pilates

My favorite instructor was Shauna Michele — she was amazing! She is very attentive and really pays attention to every students I highly recommend every students to take her class!

I have to start with saying I’ve taken Pilates at almost every studio in LA. My first time back to Pilates since a knee injury and Sarah was my teacher. The class was a semi private and she went above and beyond with being incredibly conscience of rehabbing my knee, rather than overworking it. Very technical and incredibly educated on the muscles and movements involved in all the Pilates techniques. Awesome class and teacher and I will be back! This is not the fanciest studio, but the machines are nice and clean and the workout is really what you are there for. ;)

I love this Pilates Studio. It feels like what I imagine to be old school, traditional, pure pilates. Renee and Shana are both so knowledgable, in tune and hands on. Only 5 reformers, so it does feel like a private session because everyone gets attention. The space is clean and simple.
Its always a challenging workout and there’s a lot of emphasis on form, which I appreciate. My knee pain and back pain are practically gone since I started here with classpass. I definitely try to hit my 3 per month. highly recommend!
People on here who deduct stars for a full parking lot need to relax and park on the street, its really not a big deal. People who deduct stars for no music are not really understanding what this is about, which is breathing, core-​strengthing and form. more in the vibe of yoga and less of an EDM-​y high energy bootcamp or some pilates hybrid workout.

I went to melrose Pilates on my class pass… I been trying several classes around town… I have no problem going new places with new people but this was the only one I left and just paid the late/​no show fee.
I arrived 10 minutes early instead of the suggested 15… When I arrived there was already a class in progress… Not only was there nowhere to stand or sign in I got awkward stares from all 4 women in the class including the instructor. Not a «we are almost done» not a «welcome sign in here» not a word, nothing but weird vibes. So I spent the next 5 mins finding the bathroom then finding the bathroom key. I had to ask the next door yoga studio for one of their loaner keys because the 4 times I crossed past melrose yoga doorway all I got was more unwelcoming rude looks. I couldn’t be bothered to stick around to see what happened next, when the previous weird class was totally running overtime.
I’m sorry but they can keep that $ 15 no show fee and their bad vibes I’ll stick to the welcoming studios at 8am! Plus that parking lot is hell.

I’m pretty confused about what happens at this studio… The studio is on the second floor of a small business building, they do have parking in the back. I arrived a few minutes early so I could let the instructor know that I’ve only been doing pilates for a few months… The equipment is pretty jammed into a small room, but they certainly have everything from reformers to cadillacs, etc! There was no music playing, and even though there’s a class scheduled before the one I was going to take, there didn’t seem to be anyone taking a class. A few women were working out on 2 of the machines… and another woman was chatting with them about general life stuff… Someone else came in, said «hi» to the chatting women, and just got on a machine and started working out… Finally the standing «chatting» woman looked at me and said «are you new?».
I realize the class sizes are «small» 1 – 5 people, and I’ve taken private classes before, but I’ve never had an instructor set up a machine, and leave me just sitting on it, then wander away to look at her phone for 5 minutes before coming back to help position me and instruct me in one exercise. Then she wandered away, and started chatting with the other women. I did see her set up another piece of equipment for one of the other woman, but she didn’t appear to be «teaching». I would’ve given this place 1 star, but the when the «chatting-​phone checking» instructor DID spend a moment with me, she was obviously really good at understanding pilates and explaining how to breath… too bad she spend a total of about 15 minutes of that hour actually doing any «teaching»… I realize I had a groupon, but isn’t the point of Groupon to introduce people to your business? As someone new to pilates, I’ve been looking for a couple of different studios to use as my regular studios… but this won’t be one of them!

Melrose pilates is a workout that I always look forward to. First, there’s free parking with an attendant. Second, the classes are small (no more than 5 students) so they can really pay attention to form and personalize the workouts a bit. Shana, Shauna and Renee are all wonderful instructors who really know what they’re talking about. Even though you’re laying down most of the workout, my inner thighs and abs are often sore the next day.

Shauna is amazing!!! She always pays attention to every students needs and limits. She make class fun with great music and her encouraging up beat personality. She works all the muscles I forgot I had! She definitely gives a great NEW workout every time.

As a classpass holder, I’ve gone to a ton of different studios in LA and this was by the far the weirdest experience.
The studio is hidden off of Fairfax so I was a few minutes late to class. The studio is outdated though the machines are nice. The instructor even had the nerve to eat during the class which was pretty distracting for me. She also proceeded to take care of studio procedures like taking out the trash-​I found it completely unprofessional.
In addition to all of the above, there was no music playing which made the energy of the class and studio rather awkward. I really hate to write a bad review & give a business such a low rating but I was totally disappointed.

Average workout. The parking lot was full so I had to find street parking. The place is clean but a little run down.

I’ve been taking classes with Shauna who is really a great instructor. She is very patient but also challenges you in a good way!

Melrose Pilates is one of my favorite studios in LA. The location is great and the studio has a fantastic vibe that makes the work out even better. I take semi-​private lessons with Shauna Michele and she is incredible. She has been working with me over the past couple months and every time I leave her class I feel ready to take on the world. She pays detailed attention to everyone’s level and progress and carries that over from class to class to make sure she is giving you a workout that is effective and beneficial to your specific body. I can both see and feel the changes my body is going through since starting with her and I absolutely love it. On top of all that she has an amazing personality, makes you feel extremely comfortable while still challenging you to push yourself and plays great music throughout. Take her class. you will not regret it!

Shauna Michele teaches a semi-​private amazing class with music that is second to none. I took two classes of hers in a row. I am not sore and I actually feel in control my core! She was able to explain to me what was happening with my body and helped me create an inner dialogue with each exercise allowing me to set myself up for maximum alignment. She was able to see the areas I needed work on and help me be mindful of the work.

I don’t know how many ways I can say that I love this studio. The owners, the teachers, the location. It’s amazing and I feel at home and comfortable every time I’m there. They are so hands on, even the most seasoned Pilates student will learn from this team. I look forward to every single work out!

Shauna is the best Pilates instructor I’ve ever had. She’s really nice and attentive and caring with her students and she pays a lot of attention to injuries, which is great. Also, English is not my first language and she knows I sometimes don’t understand the exercises so she always makes sure that I’m doing them correctly. I really appreciate it. Thanks, Shauna!

Love the small class sizes. Instructors are good and I always find a muscle I forgot about that ends up sore for a couple days

Awesome place. Tried a few Pilates studios and now I am a devotee to this place. The class sizes are small, you get individual attention (you can even do the Cadillac in these group sessions which is rare). Each of the instructors is awesome — Shana is incredible and is also an acrobat! Incredible! Renee and Jocelyn are awesome as well. They really understand the mechanics of the body and aren’t just going through the motions. Great studio, great vibe, great people. Huge thumbs up!

I have been going to this studio on and off for about a year. The class size is small, no more than 4 students at a time. I initially came in with horrible back pain. Actually my chiropractor recommended pilates. Right away, Shana (my favorite instructor) was there for me. Some of my lessons felt more one on one as opposed to a group. Following about 10 sessions my back was in much better shape. I have tried other studios and can tell you that this is the place if you are serious about pilates and want to reap the most benefit from your sessions. FYI: sometimes you can find this place on Groupon

I agree with all that Rachel R said…
Clean, fun, extremely professional & knowledgable instructors, awesome pricing, small class size. I love it. Check it out…

Love Melrose Pilates! Classes are small, individualized and a great work-​out.
The studio is clean and the instructors are terrific! There is free parking with an attendant. Could not ask for more.

I’ve being doing pilates for 18 years and have tried many fitness studios
and Melrose Pilates (formally Nyce Bodies) is the most fun I’ve ever had getting in shape. The instructors have a way of working you really hard without you knowing it. I love the people there and the parking is free. Oh, and the price is very affordable!