Pil-oga-robic

I actually do not come here anymore due to a recent move, but since I was here for a good 5 months or so last year I thought I would leave a review!
I truly loved coming here on a regular basis. The classes were ass-​kickingly fun, and they always kept my interest and motivation going because the instructors would change up their workouts frequently. I think that can be one of the challenging things about working out — to not lose interest in the same routines, so I was so happy how different each class was. I also had never taken workouts seriously before coming here, other than yoga and dance, so this was very eye-​opening for me and I loved every bit of it, even when the days I was sore! :)
Keph’s Iso Fit classes were probably my favorite, probably because I have a dance background and his workouts felt very familiar and dancer-​minded. I always got a good butt/​leg/​core workout from his classes, and I still use some of his routines while I go to the gym now.
It definitely wasn’t easy when I first started, but this place got the ball rolling for me and I am so happy with the progress I’ve made in the last year. I am truly thankful for the experience I had at this studio, and hopefully I can revisit this place again down the road :)

Such a lovely place! I’ve been going to POR for almost two years now and I can’t stop loving this place. The instructors are great and pay close attention to each person. They also offer modifications (at least two kinds) with every move so their classes accommodate people at all levels. You’ll find mellow classes to butt kicking classes at POR– pick your poison!

After 6 months of POR, I have so many great things to say about this place, it’s hard to know where to start. There’s no «dragging yourself to the gym» here for nameless, faceless, repetitive boring workouts. These are evolving workouts that are modified for the needs of each class member and the group. The instructors pay close attention to individual injuries and levels and are encouraging while still challenging. The physical environment is lovely and the people are warm and welcoming. I look forward to coming here after a long work day, and that is saying something!

I’m not really the «got my spandex on, drinkin’ my wheatgrass, going to yoga class» type, so it’s nice to have a gym like Pilogarobic that makes you feel comfortable to show up and get a good workout in a really nice space. The classes are somewhat varied (I’m no expert, but they don’t seem to necessarily fit a mold), but cover ground from stretching, to strength, to cardio. All the instructors are super nice too. I love this place.

Wonderful place to go for a workout. I’ve had nothing but great experiences going here. The instructors are great people and really keep you engaged during class.
Definitely recommend this place. Go check them out.

I’ve only been here for 2 classes, but I enjoyed them as much as I could. I like the space and obviously, my opinion is going to be based on the only two instructors I had.
Emily was a little fast and too much with the cardio on a Friday afternoon. I felt winded and quickly developed a headache from running/​skipping around the room in a circle backwards/​forwards too many times. However, there was always the option to step out. I definitely enjoyed the foam rolling part of her class though.
I also took a class with Giancarlo who was extremely attentive for a class of 8 – 10 people. I find this surprising because I’m not used to any instructors who do this, but he would actually take the time to correct anybody who might’ve been doing the circuit exercises the wrong way. Granted I felt so sore for 2 days following his workout, I saw results in my triceps immediately. I can only imagine that anybody could be whipped into shape if he/​she took this class regularly.
Everyone is friendly here and if it weren’t for the fact that I didn’t live in Portland, I’d like to go back. I’m really curious about their hot yoga classes, and I hope I can give it a try the next time I’m ever in town.

I love this place. If you are looking for a good all around work out– this is the place to go! I love that there is enough to challenge someone at any level. I’ve been going off and on since 2010 and now I’m in a place where I’ve decided it’s totally worth it to budget this in every month.
The work outs– start on time, change so you never know what’s coming next, challenge me. There are a variety of classes to choose from which makes it fun.
The environment– aesthetically lovely and always smells amazing (both of which are very important to me!!)
The instructors– encouraging, but definitely push you to reach your best potential!
All around I can’t recommend this studio enough.

Had a blast! I took Giancarlo’s class on Friday morning and it was killer. He leads a strong class with great attention to form while offering constant encouragement.
Gorgeous studio with well maintained equipment. I highly recommend it!

Oh, pil-​oga-​robic, I love you so. Here’s a few reasons why:
1. I love the vibe. This doesn’t have the cold sterile feeling of regular gyms or cliques of other studios I’ve attended. Everyone – staff and clients – are warm, open and looking for a great workout. The staff really take the time to make sure you’re getting the most out of every class and having fun doing so.
2. I love that this isn’t your typical yoga/​pilates/​fitness studio. You won’t get this type of butt-​kicking elsewhere. The class options of pilates and yoga, booty blasting bootcamps and inversion swing classes make it fun to mix up your fitness routine. There’s always something new and fun with the ever-​changing repertoire and monthly themes to really challenge your muscles.
3. I love that I’m in the best shape ever. Thank you for the constant encouragement and really awesome arm definition.
4. I love that every class can be customized. The instructors and staff take the time to get to know your body. I have tendinitis and an angry hip flexor and during class there’s always a check-​in and modification given. Every client gets a complimentary one-​on-​one to discuss goals, take measurements and get personalized take aways (it’s fun homework!).
5. I love that it isn’t all about breaking a sweat. Taking part of The 60 Day Challenge brought into focus the overall wellness of your body, mind and spirit. It was so much fun! It built a stronger community within the studio and challenged us work on ourselves; showing how important it is to give your body back what you take out.

POR is a safe and inviting studio that offers a unique and challenging workout.
I love POR because it offers a variety of workouts that are constantly evolving. I don’t get bored with the same routine because the instructors are creative and change it up. I especially like how modified poses/​moves are offered because we’re at different ability levels and some have prior injuries. No one is excluded from a workout because it’s their first class or because of bad knees. What I like best is how instructors have a super positive attitude. It’s sounds cheesy, but you really need that person cheering you on when your glutes are on fire and your eyes are burning because your eyebrows are useless and don’t prevent sweat from getting into your eyes.
I like going to a cardio class and then stretching out the soreness with a yoga class.
It’s scary going to these classes at first, but it’s all in your head. You’ll have so much confidence after going to the first class because you’ve completed a really kickass workout. Don’t cheat yourself. Your body needs this and you’ll feel on top of the world afterwards.
Oh, and my ass*? It’s amazing. Thanks POR!

I have tried many (read: many many many) kinds of exercise in many different environments and even the kinds I liked I made excuses to skip classes. I have never been athletic (read: never played sports, ran track or even played tag on the playground). I came into this gym with a groupon thinking that I would go to my 8 classes and never come back. By the 3^rd class I was hooked. I am now going 4 – 5 times a week and am making excuses to go to more classes. I find the classes relaxing, challenging and fun. The hour goes by very quickly.
The good:
— The environment is relaxing and beautiful
— The classes are small (max 16) so that instructors can respond to individual’s needs (read: I have an injury and all of the instructors modify exercises for me at every class). All class packages allow you to meet with instructors one-​on-​one to address your goals and discuss ways to get there (e.g. injuries, weight loss, athletic improvement).
— The instructors are enthusiastic without being patronizing, energetic without being intimidating and supportive without being too forgiving (read: yes– they will still push you).
— Every class is different so you don’t get bored. The music is fun. Many classes end with relaxation and aromatherapy.
— The people at the front desk are welcoming and accommodating.
— The clientele span a wide range of athletic levels and ages, but everyone is there to have fun (read: I never feel judged by anyone).
— They have many props (mats, blocks, pilates balls, rollers, aerial swings, bosu balls, blankets etc etc etc) so you don’t need to bring anything with you.
— Each class (especially pilogarobic classes) combines cardio with strength training, so you get a full workout in an hour. Emphasis is on repeated reps to produce long and lean muscles, rather than lifting very heavy weights (to produce bulk).
The so-​so:
— Classes and packages are pricey. But if you are like me and have an injury, or you are looking for a type of exercise that you actually like– it’s worth every single penny. First class is free…
— Classes are often booked, but you can book in advance with class packages.
— No real change room or lockers (read: come prepared)

Awesome place to burn some calories and break a major sweat! I bought a groupon for here and have really enjoyed my experience. The staff is super nice and very helpful. All the instructors introduce themselves to you if they don’t recognize you (a nice customer service touch).
The workouts are great! I’ve tried the inversion swing, bootcamp, body fusion, and circuits classes– they are all amazing workouts and I was definitely sore the next day! I really love this place because there are so many different class options. You won’t get bored or tired of the same old routine.

I’m absolutely in love with Pil-​Oga-​Robics! Here are the top 5 reasons why I’m a POR believer and think you should become one too…
1. The classes are unique, even from week to week, so I’m never bored and constantly feel like I’m testing and stretching my body in new ways.
2. You know when you see models and say «how in the heck did they get THAT part of their body to look so good?» Now I know they must be doing a POR workout, because the nature of the positions and mix of muscle movement work those hard-​to-​tone parts of your body.
3. The space is amazing. I instantly feel at ease when I walk into the studio. It immediately takes me out of work mode and into a relaxing space where I feel excited to push my body to its limits.
4. The instructors really care and go the extra mile to make everyone feel as though the workouts are achievable by offering scalable options for everything.
5. It’s fun, interesting, relaxing. You feel tired, sexy, beat-​up yet energized at the same time.
Please PLEASE give POR a try! I’ve been an avid gym, studio and personal workout enthusiast for a long time and haven’t found anything that comes close to offering what POR does.

I have to say the new spot is AMAZING. They now have 2 studios, a great little room for massage, and a few more instructors. I loved this spot before but now I feel like there is more variety and you can really get what you are looking for.

All of these other reviewers can’t be going to the same studio I am! I have now been to 7 classes — a few pilogarobics and a few arms/​abs/​glutes. You know how many have started on time? ZERO. They have started as much as 15 minutes late, with no apology, and they have ended as much as 10 minutes early. These classes aren’t cheap, and when I pay for an hour I want an hour.
Hannah and Ishbel may be decent instructors (I’ve had better, I’ve had worse), but they are poor business women. They spend way too much time dealing with business questions before class, which cuts into class time. I really should have requested a refund after the second late class, but I kept hoping it would get better. It didn’t. I’m a busy gal, and I hate that they wasted my time (that I was paying for). I won’t be back.
As for the classes themselves, they were just okay. When they are 45 minutes or less, they would spend about 5 – 10 minutes on warm-​up, about 15 minutes doing actual exercise, and then 20+ minutes between stretching, rollers, and meditation. I’m not super fit, and I barely broke a sweat. It was definitely not the work-​out I was hoping for, and my bar is pretty low!

Pil-​oga-​robic is the best workout in town! Each workout challenges your body and makes you feel great. Pil-​oga-​robic workouts are always different and exciting. Ishbel and Hannah are concerned about each and every person in the class. They will adjust your workout to accommodate injuries to help your body heal safely while continuing to workout. I strongly recommend Pil-​oga-​robic if you are looking for a great workout that is never boring; always exciting.

Pilogarobics is amazing! It is the best workout I’ve had in years. The class moves so fast from cardio into a yoga pose and deep stretch to a pilates move. By the time you feel like you’re dying in one exercise they’ve moved you on to doing something else. You don’t even have time to think let alone realize you’re tired until your done and think, «Wow! Did I really just do all of that?»
You leave class feeling worked-​out but relaxed and rejuvenated. Anyone wanting to push their comfort zone with their exercise routine has to try pilogarobics — you’ll love it!

The short:
Two super adorable yet hardcore trainers who really care about helping you maximize your benefits from your time with them.
Very intense bootcamp and circuit training classes throughout the week with slower-​paced but still very effective yoga/​pilates classes in between.
Yet anyone at any level can join any of these classes.
Highly recommend ending your week with the foam roller class.
If you’re an exercise commitment-​phobic like me, this place might be perfect for you.
DO schedule a one-​on-​one before starting because it really helps if they’re aware of your physical concerns and goals.
The long:
I have a huge commitment problem when it comes to exercise. I have resistance bands, yoga mats, yoga ball and pilates videos sitting around at home that hardly ever get used. I am still on the same pair of running shoes I got two years ago that are still in good condition. Twice, I’ve had gym memberships that went unused for months before I finally canceled. It took me several months to reach Week 6 of Couch to 5k and then I decided, you know what, the couch isn’t so bad after all. I’d get all gung-​ho about starting a workout and then the passion fizzles in a matter of weeks at most. So, I figured, maybe I’m just not the type who could ever like exercise.
That’s what I had expected with Pil-​oga-​robic studio. I didn’t think I’d want to buy another package after my initial one-​month Groupon package. A month later, however, I found myself splurging on another unlimited monthly package. The next month, I bought another one. I started out with three classes a week and now I try to go five days a week. It’s the craziest thing to hear myself say this but I actually hate going one day without getting a workout. This is coming from someone who’d like to stab anyone who says jogging is addictive.
I really appreciate that Hannah and Ishbel always want to be updated on each person’s physical condition and their goals so that everyone benefits fully even in a larger class. They pay a lot of attention to everyone’s progress. The monthly one-​on-​one meetings and those measurements I thought I’d dread are motivational markers for me but also a way for them to track your progress.
People left and right are telling me how I’ve visibly lost weight and look better. My stamina and energy have also improved. Hannah is working with me on my pilates roll-​ups (like a turtle, I can’t roll back up once I’m on my back) and has even given me my own homework to do at home. My abs have gained a lot of strength and their range of motion has expanded.
I feel really lucky to have Ishbel and Hannah as my trainers. A++ Would buy again!

Pil-​oga-​robic is a great way to break up a routine. Everyday was a little bit different. Some days were more cardiovascular, others more Pilate’s and yoga focused. However, each session, the instructors incorporated all three.
I learned a lot from Ish and Hannah. They are energetic, knowledgeable and inviting. They with work with your strengths and adjust to your weaknesses. The classes are both challenging, fun and intimate. I took the class while it was being held outdoors. In the winter, they meet indoors. The energy is still the same, just different location.

Update-​They have now moved into the new facility. I didn’t think they could have gotten any better but this new space they have is amazing. I love the new programs they are offering as well. These classes are one you wont want to miss out on.
One of the best classes I have ever been to. Great instructions from great instructors. Its a well balanced workout and you feel great once you’re done working out. I would recommend this class to anyone.