Island Fit Pilates

Fantastic experience: The studio is great, with everything you could need and a great location, but the biggest asset here is the wealth of knowledge Camille brings to each class she instructs! I started as a total novice and I feel stronger and more capable months later! I was nervous to try pilates but it's approachable and friendly here!

Fantastic experience: Island Fit is a beautiful, well equipped Pilates studio owned by a local Alameda resident. The instructor and owner is incredibly educated in pilates. I've been to three classes here and all are top notch. She asks that anyone new come for a free intro so she show you how the reformer machines work and get comfortable with the basics before a full class. Come support our local businesses!

Negative experience: This was such a disappointing experience. I signed up for the five class per month subscription, but immediately found it challenging to schedule classes because there's only one instructor and very few classes per week. Attendance was strangely sparse - sometimes there would be one or two other people in the class, but mostly it was just me. In hindsight, that should have been a huge red flag. In my first month, the instructor no-showed for one of my classes. I considered cancelling my subscription then and there, but she promptly apologized and credited my account, so I decided to give her another chance. In my second month, she no-showed THREE TIMES IN A ROW. I waited days for her to respond to messages. When she finally did, her messages were incoherent. She never credited my account. I cancelled my subscription and got my credit card company to refund my money. Clearly this is a pattern for her, and I can only assume she doesn't really want to be in the business of running a Pilates studio. But continuing to let people sign up and pay for expensive monthly subscriptions is SHADY if not fraudulent.

Negative experience: I enjoyed the classes here for the first few weeks that I attended this summer. Unfortunately, I made the mistake of buying a 9 session monthly package in hopes to save some money (it was a better deal at the time) and to help motivate me to continue my pilates practice. Soon after, the instructor became flaky and there were times when she didn't show up at all without notice. Contacting her via email to ask questions or to clarify her policies around making up classes were ignored. Camille seems like a good person, and when she does show up to class, she's a great instructor, but be wary of her flakiness and lack of communication. There is definitely a lack of consideration for others' time. I ended up trying to make up 7 classes within a 2 week window because I'd end up losing them all if I didn't use them within the month they were purchased.. 7 classes in 2 weeks was impossible to do for me as a single working mom, and considering the few classes that were offered weekly, there was simply no way. So in the end I lost a whole month's worth of classes and my time.

Fantastic experience: I love the Pilates practice here. Both Camille and Rebeca are attentive to making the positions correct and with purpose. Always making sure not to hurt ourselves. Offers alternative positions for comfort or to challenge yourself. The atmosphere is very nice. Camille and the participants make me feel like we've known each other for a long time. The studio is very clean and organized. It has variety in equipment.

Fantastic experience: I’m so grateful for Island Fit Pilates! The studio is beautiful (as is the equipment) and Camille is an excellent instructor. Her clear expertise paired with small class size ensures clients get personal attention to deepen and polish their practice. The classes are dynamic and fun with each one different from the last. I’ve learned a lot from Camille since practicing at her studio and can feel the results within my body. Thank you Island Fit :)

Fantastic experience: I have known Camille since 2011. I have taken classes at her studio and I have taken classes when she was a teacher at other studios where she learned her craft! She is amazing! Not only does she give you Pilates instruction but she gives you lessons through life. (Cheat Codes) She is not overbearing or pushy, she just shares her wisdom. She is a nurturing, kind and understanding human being and is always very encouraging. Recently, Camille lost her soulmate/best friend/husband. She is working through this tragic event as best as one can. I'm just happy that she's able to keep the studio open for people that are interested in Pilates. She is a go-getter, although she sometimes isn't perfectly."on.". She is very communicative and keeps me informed. She's transparent and I appreciate that! I always feel better after leaving her class. I feel confident and stronger. I highly recommend that you check out the studio. It is beautiful, warm, clean and welcoming. She takes a lot of pride in her craft and her studio, you can tell in how passionate she is. I give her two thumbs up!

Fantastic experience: This is not only the loveliest Pilates studio on the Island, it is unquestionably the best in the East Bay. I have followed the owner/instructor, Camille, for at least 9 years because her invigorating and engaging classes produce results. The new space and class offerings (a variety of reformer Pilates and jumpboard among others) exceed expectations. Island Fit offers a generous selection of equipment (the highest quality Balanced Body reformer machines, weights, springboards, antimicrobial mats, and more). The classes will challenge you to become stronger, and you will also find yourself having a lot of fun in a welcoming, attractive, and clean environment. Great for all fitness levels due to instructor expertise and quick ability to offer modifications. Start or continue your Pilates practice here!