Club Pilates is a big name with boutique vibes. Its Clarendon studio opened last August, joining a gaggle of sister studios in the DMV, all with max class sizes of 12 and real people answering the phone. The Northern Virginia franchise has eight locations—all of them accessible to members with unlimited plans—including studios in Pentagon City, Falls Church and Tysons, with at least four more on the way. In terms of convenience, “that’s like Starbucks,” says franchise director of operations Erika Surma. Classes are clearly labeled by level so newbies can feel comfortable, and instructors weave in modern gym elements like TRX bands, all while maintaining focus on what’s at the—ahem—core of the exercise. –Susan Anspach
Other top vote-getters:
Club Studio Fitness
Mind the Mat Pilates & Yoga
The Pilates Loft
Praxi Pilates
RTR Pilates