Whole Body Method

Took a 1 on 1 with Lindsey Barr and she was amazing! She’s super sweet and knowledgeable. She broke down all the movements for me and I was able to achieve them all! I had recently strained my lower back while deadlifting and she kept that in mind and was checking in with how I was feeling throughout the whole session. Two thumbs up girly!

I started taking group classes at WBM over 2 years ago at their Midcity location, which I really loved. At the Echo Park location, I’m noticing all the same great things, the instructors are smart, attentive, dynamic (they don’t teach exactly the same thing each time, though the fundamentals are always the same) and the vibe is relaxed and welcoming. WBM lacks the pretension that other pilates studios possess an they don’t wear those awful headsets. They’re communicators and effective teachers. I also take private student sessions, which are fairly priced and both of my instructors have been outstanding. If you want to go to a studio where you can develop your knowledge of Pilates and also gain valuable knowledge about how to transform your body, this is the place. The people here care.

This studio is distinguished by having outstanding instructors who are thoroughly trained in classic Pilates. They watch you like a hawk. They know when you are sleeping and know when you’re awake. I’ve been taking Pilates now for almost two years. The last six months have been at WBM East with Sean, Jeff, Megan and Madison on a regular basis. Everyone attending class gets personal attention to perfect their form and perform steady measured reps. Now I understand that this is how Pilates should be practiced. This is a clean and cozy studio. The space is utilized well. They have affordable packages and cumulative rewards for attending classes. So many Perk Points = free classes and merch! What great incentive. I highly recommend WBM if you wish to get serious about a Pilates regimen.

After many years I decided to go back to Pilates and found this perfect studio, no hype, intimate, professional. great staff. I immediately felt welcome and the workout was just what I hoped and needed!
As a senior citizen I did not feel intimidated by the youthful surroundings. I look forward to continuing there… and it IS affordable!
Please don’t review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you’re connected in any way to the owner or employees.

This is without a doubt my favorite Pilates studio on ClassPass. I’ve been meaning to write this review for months and am FINALLY getting around to it but I can’t rave about it enough. I initially came in because I work up the street and the 7pm Beginner class with Sean seemed like a good way to avoid Friday night traffic after work and I’m so glad I did!
So far I’ve taken Beginner Pilates with Sean, Beginner/​Intermediate Pilates with Sean, and Pilates Fit with Nigel, Michelle, Jeff, and Elese. Without fail, every class has been a great work out and every instructor has been extremely attentive, fun, and welcoming.
The small class size really allows the instructor to customize the class to each student’s ability level and pay very close attention to make sure your form is correct and are avoiding injury. The biggest draw to this studio for me, however, is the constant variation. I don’t think I’ve every gone to this studio and just used one apparatus– mat, reformer, wundachair, jump board, stability ball, it’s never just one. As someone who has Class Pass in the first place because I like to mix things up, I appreciate that no two classes at Whole Body Method are ever the same.
Honestly, the only con I can think of is that parking can be rough, so get there early to scope out the meter situation. I wish there was a Whole Body Method closer to Hollywood — then I would come on mornings/​weekends too!

I love this studio. I have been with them since they opened at their Echo Park studio. They are a good fit for me.

*** Highly recommended.
I’m proud to say that I’ve taken my very first Pilates class at this studio.
I love this place because the instructors make you feel welcome and gives attention to each student so we can all get a great workout.
I also love the atmosphere and how I feel stress-​free whenever I step into the studio.

I’ve been coming to this studio for several weeks now and absolutely love it. They’ve taught me my first Pilates class ever and no other studio I’ve tried since then teaches as well with careful focus on classical technique. I’ve had a few instructors here and they’re all friendly and great. The studio is lean with free cold water and towels. Class sizes are small– no more than 6. It often feels like a private lesson. And every class I’ve done has been really fun! I use class pass and they treat me like I’m a regular member. Highly recommended!
Street parking, so come a few minutes early to search but I’ve never had a problem. They recommend socks, but I typically go barefoot.

Just had an amazing class with Jeff. So funny. I couldn’t stop laughing for the first ten minutes.
They are so nice seeing as I showed up to class TWENTY minutes late I have class pass and thought I signed up for the Mid-​City location. Wrong.
But the VERY kind front desk there said she would call and that I would be fine. Wish I asked her for name just to thank her. NEXT time
Showed up. Damn. Good looking Chris had to freaking be the front desk guy. Any time I’m flustered and then assisted by a good looking guy, I become super awkward and insecure but he was helpful and put my stuff in the locker area in the back while I got right into class. Class was so fun. Took the jump board class.
Jeff was really thorough in terms of making sure we did each move correctly. And yep, he, too, is a good looking man not a bad way to take class. Definitely recommend this place and I will be back. To BOTH locations.
Parking– do a meter because neighborhood parking is a biz-​natch.

I found Whole Body Method through ClassPass and have gone to two of Jackie’s Jump Board classes. The class is super fun and Jackie is a great instructor. She makes sure your form is correct while doing the moves and she is very knowledgable. I recommend this studio to anyone looking for classical pilates classes. They keep the studio very clean which is also a plus.

Really great classes. Classical technique. I really love the jump board classes!

I’m new to pilates, but the classes are AMAZING. I was hooked after 1 class! The class size is really small, very interactive, and the teachers help to make sure you are in the right position and help to adjust you to correct your position (which i love). all and all a great neighborhood studio.

I almost don’t want to write this review as I’m afraid if more people find out how awesome this place is it will get so popular and I’ll loose my favorite place! Let me start my saying I’ve taken pilates classes in Australia and New Zealand and was searching and trying out places all over Los Angeles until I literally stumbled upon Whole Body Method taking my dog for a walk! I love the classes, staff and times/​range of classes they have here! The pricing is incredible for classical Pilates (I searched all over town and this places rates are amazing) I’ve been going on average 6 times a week and my body has lengthened and toned! The staff are lovely and know their stuff inside and out. They challenge you mentally and physically! If you can’t tell– this place is amazing !!

Whole Body Method is great!!! I practice there two or three times a week and i have really noticed the difference in both my body and my health in general since I started.
I take classes mostly with Michelle. She explains things clearly, is patient and knows when to push you that bit further. Along side this all the staff are friendly and helpful.
I would thoroughly recommend whole body method.

Ive been training in classical Pilates (Ramana) for a little over a year at a small studio with very skilled instructions. I was looking around for a high quality classical pliates studio that I could alternate into my practice. since I have instructors I like, I have tried several studios and hadn’t found anything until now. This is it! 1. The studio is beautiful, peaceful with a good amount of the correct equipment. The instructors are very knowledgeable. I did an intermediate reformer class this weekend and it was CHALLENGING. which is exactly what I was looking for! Yay! Parking is a little challenging but the location is sweet. Welcome to the neighborhood! (PS they have a intro special on the website)

I am so happy that Whole Body Method opened a location in my neighborhood. All the staff are knowledgable, professional, and friendly, and the space is crisp yet inviting.
For those who don’t feel like it’s a rigorous enough workout, I’ve been going three or four days a week for over three months and my body has completely transformed.
Classical Pilates is a subtle but amazingly effective way to be fit. If you are doing it right, seemingly small movements work muscles you can’t get to in other ways — providing a truly whole body workout. Jumpboard classes provide some cardio (I still also do some other things for bigger cardio), and all the other exercises are amazing for strengthening/​muscle tone/​stretching and posture.
I especially love the 7:00 am morning weekday classes, as it’s the only time my schedule allows and not all studios offer this. All classes max out at 6 participants (and most have far fewer than this), so you’ll never find yourself in a huge room with 20+ other students. This means you get really focused attention from the instructors. Yamuna body rolling classes complement the Pilates workouts nicely.
I’ve had great privates with Kara, Jeff, Vivian, Felicia, and Kelsey.
Naturally, each instructor has a little different approach, and most of the classes I’ve done are with Kara (always focuses a little extra attention on buns/​thighs — very effective), Felicia (great all-​over workout), Brittany (teaches both Pilates and Yamuna), and Lupa (for Yamuna). I haven’t had a bad workout yet!

Sorry Eric. (I mean Jeff)
names are not my thing.
So to be clear… Jeff is my favorite instructor, not Eric. Who doesn’t exist.
I did try Body rolling yesterday with Lupa. It was amazing. Its like a deep tissue massage. It made me want to go and buy a bunch of different size rubber balls and make a night of it.

Whole Body Method was my first Pilates experience. The staff is friendly and I felt I recieved personalized attention. Since it’s a new studio, I was the only participant to the first class I attended. That was really nice! Even still, the classes are kept small for enrollment.
I also took body rolling classes with Lupa. She’s great! It’s amazing how deep into your tissues those Yamuna balls can get.
I was able to take the classes at a special introductory rate, which allowed it to be affordable for me. I took off a star because the classes are pricey. Also, despite having a postitive experience, I am still more of a fan of yoga.

I’ve always been interested in trying Pilates and when a friend from work told me about this new studio nearby I had to give it a go. The studio is comfortable, relaxing, and very clean. I haven’t had any trouble finding close by parking. I have taken two classes with the adorable Kara so far and I have really enjoyed it. She’s hands on and provides personal attention; you can tell she truly wants everyone to have the best experience possible. I’ve taken one class with Nigel and he’s awesome too.
I’m excited to make whole body method a regular part of my life!

I took my first-​ever Pilates class on this past Friday. I had been doing Pilates videos at home with a mat but this was my introduction to the reformer. I signed up for the Beginner class and Kara was my instructor. She was amazing!
I tend to find group classes hard to follow and know if I’m actually doing the moves correctly, but the small class size meant that if I wasn’t quite grasping what I was supposed to be doing, Kara would correct my movement before moving on.
The studio is bright and clean; the art on the walls makes it almost like a mini art gallery rather than a stark cold gym or a place filled with generic inspirational posters. It’s gorgeous and calm! They provide lockers and everything you would need — mats, lockers, even water! I am so excited to have a Whole Body Method on my side of town, I definitely want to sign up for more classes.