[solidcore] Ballard

Seattle, 2425 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107 | ★ 4.5 (19 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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Katie

★ 5

I came back to working out regularly after several years of starts and stops. I took the beginner class to acclimate myself to the fast pace and machine and now I’m addicted! It’s an effective workout for me that focuses on building strength and stamina which is so important for healthspan. I enjoy all of the instructors and get a lot out of their individual approaches. I can feel and see a big difference in my body after 30 classes. I started out with twice a week, then moved up to 3x, now starting 4x a week on the committed+ plan which I can also use in other solidcore locations when I travel. Love this location and this approach.

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Elliott McMurray

★ 5

I originally bought a new customer four-class pack to try out this workout because I had heard pilates-type workouts are good for hypermobility. I discovered that to be true and got so much more out of it!

As a slightly chubby and not-all-that-fit newbie, I have found the coaches for the Starter50 classes to be friendly, kind, and helpful. They are great about explaining the machine, modifications, and correcting form. I am visibly trans and queer and I was never treated any differently. Genuinely, I have never had better coaches for an exercise class.

Even better, the workout has been quite effective in tandem with the dietary changes I had already made. After just four classes over three weeks, I am already noticing my strength increase and my body composition changing. I really enjoy the challenge of the classes and the endorphins afterward are unmatched. I am hooked!

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C S

★ 5

My current addiction! Challenging workout with fabulous instructors. There’s always a way to make the workout more challenging so you won’t get bored.

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Ciao !

★ 2

It wasn't worth what I paid for. Other gyms offer better programs, more space, longer sessions, and more active movement. It felt more like attending a school lecture than a workout class. The instructor Olivia just kept talking the whole time — if it were a cheaper or longer class, maybe it would be okay, but it felt really unsatisfying.

Also, it clearly says that regular socks aren't allowed, but the instructor was wearing regular socks.

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Lena Gudder

★ 5

love love love this location. Solidcore is challenging in all the right ways. Literally had me down 4 pounds after my 2 week trial. Gerard is my favorite although i have never had a negative experience with any coach there.

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Sarah McGeehon

★ 5

Highly addictive workouts & motivating coaches. What more could you need

Don’t let the sticker shock hold you back. We all spend so much money on food/ alcohol that harms our bodies, spending a small fraction of that to support our personal health is a great trade off.

Don’t take my word for it, try it for yourself

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Margaret May Corbet

★ 5

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Kelly Strom

★ 5

Michaels the best ! Great workout, clean facility, 10/10

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Nicole Buggy

★ 5

Waking up early for a Monday 5am class is tough. But Michael made it so worth it! If waking up early is tough for you and Mondays even more so, starting your work week with Michael’s Monday 5am class is a great way to kick things off! His humor, music, and overall presence made the experience so much fun. If you’re thinking about trying it, this is your sign to just do it! You won’t regret it!

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Vannesa

★ 1

Please fix your google maps location. Had me over 5 minutes late and I am
Coming through class pass.. had to download the app and figure out how to add a class and it does not works. Nobody comes out to check or see if anyone is outside. Not a good first experience

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Arnold

★ 5

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Christine Li

★ 5

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Suhkyung Kim

★ 2

If you’re already a 10-year pilates person seeking another new level of intensity, this workout can be highly effective. Otherwise, starter class is a MUST.

I’ve been doing HIIT, weight training, and vinyasa for several years, but Solidcore’s typical course was pretty challenging because of the equipment. The middle panel of it was quickly sliding back and forth with just a tiny amount of pushing, which made me felt really unstable in the beginning. It took the entire class to get used to it.

Overall ambiance was shaded and deafening. It was pretty difficult getting used to the machine while following the fast instructions at the same time. Instruction was not only just fast, but also having a lot of loud crackling noise from mic, which made my ears numbing and painful.

Although I had a solid understanding of the limit of my movements and somehow picked it up trying out, I couldn’t help thinking that there would be quite a chance to get injured for whom don’t do workout often. I myself was pretty confused and even freaked out when the machine seemed out of control…

As most postures were done on the sliding panel, slightly moving all the time, it was also harder to grab timing to ease myself even though the nature of the workout was super intense. It was not like yoga or other workouts done on the ground which one could always stop and take a breath and resume…

Probably it would’ve been better if I get my feet wet with some starter courses, but unfortunately it was not. I’d better stick to familiar workouts which I feel much more comfortable. Those can be super intense as well as this one, but with more control and inner peace. Simply not mine:)

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Laurel Baker-Kang

★ 5

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Lia Hardy

★ 5

Love the studio, great workouts and great instructors!

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Mary Ulziibileg

★ 5

Great coaches! Tough workouts but pretty addictive. Really love this place and so glad I joined. Does wonders for mental health

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Trey Harnden

★ 5

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Brittany Harrington

★ 5

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Craig Cainkar

★ 5

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