[solidcore] Downtown Brooklyn

Brooklyn, Retail H, 219 Livingston St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | ★ 3.9 (29 Review)

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[solidcore] is a high-intensity, low-impact strength training workout on a custom-built reformer machine. It utilizes slow, controlled movements to push your muscles to the point of failure in order to build back stronger.

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Kathryn Middleton

★ 5

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Tanya L

★ 5

Been going here for almost three months and I love this location. Very chill when you come in, but butts are kicked once we start class hah.

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shannia nunez

★ 1

Horrible location. Traffic & parking around the area are unbearable. Do your self a favor and try another location. Lost 2 hours of my day, trying to get there and getting out. Didn’t even get to be in class. Unless you are walking to the location, do not book here.!

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Hannah Brockman

★ 5

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Maya Nair

★ 5

Barbie is an amazing instructor!

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Angel Brodin

★ 5

Good workout! Bryce A is a great instructor.

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Gloria

★ 4

The workouts are pretty good, and the instructors are great, but too expensive. When my one-year membership ended, they 'offered' a 5-class pack for $204 with a 1.5-month expiration instead of the usual 1-month expiration. But that’s $41 per class, and a single drop-in class is $42.

Plus, when I signed up for the year-long commitment last year, they promised to occasionally waive late cancellation fees, but they never did.

Meanwhile, I became a student and wanted to explore other options since they also advertise a 'student discount.' However, it’s just the one-year commitment price, but without the commitment.

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Claire Kutchka

★ 5

Literally the hardest workout I’ve ever done. Pushes you to your limits and you WILL see results. I came from a background of some Pilates and weightlifting. This will not be like anything you have done before. Once you get the hang of what to do you’ll love it. Start with the basics so you can learn the terms.The instructors are SO SO good and make the class fun. They help you to modify each move if needed or amplify if you’re ready. They are super encouraging and positive. It’s expensive but worth the investment in yourself and your health!!!

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Melinda F

★ 1

I was a loyal patron of this Solidcore location. I held a weekly streak of over a year long, and loved working out with the kind, fun instructors at this location (particularly Raven S., Portia B., Marcelle W., Barbie S.I, Blu W., and Hadiyah G. -- they're truly rockstars, so talented and so motivating!) Going to Solidcore DTBK was even sometimes the highlight of my week, and I was considering membership since I was so dedicated.

But in November, I entered the studio at 7:02am for a 7AM Saturday class. This seemed fine -- the door code/my app still worked, so I entered, found a locker, and put away my belongings. I grabbed my water bottle, dashed to the class room at 7:05am and found a reformer. The instructor, Jordan P., put her hand on my back as I got into position, and told me "I needed to leave since it's 7:06AM." I was baffled -- I entered the studio within the grace period, was not disruptive, had been to over 50 classes, and had been to many a class that started 5-10 minutes past start time. It likely turned to 7:06am as I got onto the reformer -- that's how quickly I entered the room. Additionally, plenty of people go to the bathroom at the start of classes and join in AFTER start time. The room had plenty of empty reformers. I've also always been punctual, but all of this meant absolutely nothing to Jordan P.

She insisted I need to leave and see the receptionist, so I was ejected from class -- but there was no receptionist even there. I waited 10 minutes for her.

When the receptionist arrived, she told me I could try to come back in an hour and get into the next class. I came back, and then she told me that because I was a Classpass member (she never asked me for my status or name beforehand) I actually couldn't get in. Now I had wasted two hours of my day on trying to get into a class after being unfairly kicked out of one, and was essentially told there was nothing that could be done despite my longtime loyalty to the studio. I was essentially considered a second-class citizen customer because I use Classpass.

The receptionist did not even offer a comped class voucher or any other solution since she "is not a Classpass employee." That was the only timeframe I could attend that week, so I ended up dropping my Solidcore streak of over a year. I am extremely disappointed and saddened by how dismissively I was treated by Jordan P., and am not sure I will be returning at all to this studio.

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Skylar Kim

★ 5

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C B

★ 5

Great teachers, with a good community vibe. I’m so happy location opened up closer to my home. Too many great teachers to name but they include Rachel, Katie and Portia!

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Cayla DeRegis

★ 5

love this studio! definitely take a class from Angela or Hadiyah 💖

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Nisha Swarup

★ 5

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Ying Chen

★ 1

The worst place and worst ruler, worst service, worst reception.

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Ginger Hansen

★ 5

Hmmm… I went to Google to find this studio where I signed up for a class while traveling and saw a few bad reviews… mostly from people who show up late to class or missed or late cancelled. 😅 and I felt compelled to leave a review.

Solidcore is not for the faint at heart. If hardcore is not your jam, Solidcore won’t be your match made in heaven.

I’ve been a Solidcore unlimited member for a few years now. I found it through ClassPass and knew right away that this is what I needed in my life. I actually love that they charge me a late cancellation / no show fee that hurts enough so I show up (for myself). 🤣 It helps with accountability.

If you’re new to Pilates/reformer, try a foundations class. Show up early so the instructor has enough time to introduce themselves and give you a download. Ask questions. Watch the videos in advance if that makes you more comfortable. Know your door code. I find that almost all solidcore instructors I’ve had are great and some are exceptional. And some are hard and some are SUPER hard - pick your hard 🤣

Doors auto lock if you’re more than 5mins late so make sure you have enough buffer. And have fun!

Oh, and the best part - it helped me cinch my core without bulking up the rest of me. 💙💙💙

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todd ring

★ 3

I'm a member in another state and absolutely love the workout. I was in town for work for the week and decided to go to this location a few times. The studio is nice. Make sure you're changed beforehand because they don't let you in until a few minutes before class and if others are also needing to change, you may miss the first minute or two of class waiting for a bathroom to open up like I did.

What I found to be odd and unenjoyable is how a few of the coaches treat the class like a HIIT/F45 type of vibe. I've been a member for years and have been to several studios in different states but have never experienced the screaming and intensity of the coaches like I did at this location. You're supposed to move as slow as possible, and it takes a lot of focus and concentration sometimes to balance or stay in the move. The screaming and shouting does not match that energy at all. I quit HIIT because I wanted to do something less stressful. The vibe at this location raised my cortisol levels and I felt so stressed. Virginia was the only trainer here who really matched the vibe of the workout. I felt motivated but not like I was in a boot camp. Her music was also perfect.

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Hanna Gbordzoe

★ 5

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Krish Shethia

★ 1

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nes22

★ 1

Was a minute late…. Literally came in at 4:01 for a 4pm class And the person said “no maam” and wouldn’t let me in. Have some consistency in your “rules”. You delayed the last class by 4 minutes, what happened to the late comers who were allowed in then? These are expensive classes that we plan our days around, I get not letting in people who are like 10+ minutes late… but a minute? its just inconsistent, and insanely unfair.

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dini 1999

★ 1

Came two minutes late and was not allowed into the class. Got charged a thirty dollar fee as well. Very hostile atmosphere.

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Athena Pappas

★ 5

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Naseem Al-Naji

★ 1

Pin wasn’t on the right corner of the street so I was 5 minutes late to get in and so they turned me away. I even tried calling multiple times to find the location to be there on time but kept going to voicemail despite someone working at the desk.

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A R

★ 5

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Erkin Sabah

★ 5

Small studio but great vibes. Recently had my first class of Solidcore and it was tough but felt amazing. Coach Barbara had an amazing playlist and she did an excellent job guiding us through the various exercises. Will definitely come back for another class once the soreness goes away :)

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Mary Magiera

★ 5

I can’t say enough good things about this location! I decided to try Solidcore about a week ago and was so nervous. I thought it would give scary cult vibes and be intimidating, but the staff here have been incredibly warm and welcoming. Every coach I’ve had has made class fun and I truly look forward to my workout. There is zero judgment from the staff or other members so if you’re new, don’t worry. I recommend anyone new to try the starter class before jumping in. Also, Solidcore will definitely make you super sore during and after but it’s worth it!

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Haddy liang

★ 5

The most killer workout ever!! Love Portia :)))

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Sold By Syl

★ 5

Solidcore is amazing! One of the most challenging workouts and you’ll be sore for days! The facilities are super clean and the equipment is top notch. One thing I wish they provided is towels - you will sweat and for a $36 a pop class, they should be providing towels, it’s basic. But other than this pet peeve, the classes are truly amazing and I highly recommend them. It’s not your run of the mill Pilates, it’s Solidcore!

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Jasmine Green

★ 5

So excited for this location to open!

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Eric Ning

★ 5

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