Scheduling: Classes filled up fast and needed to be booked well in advance, which made it hard to actually get into the classes I wanted. Even though they have added multiple instructors, the actual number of class a day doesn’t reflect that. there’s a break in the schedule around 2/3pm with no classes offered, despite clear overflow and waitlists at other times. Feels like an easy fix that just isn’t being addressed. On top of that, I didn’t connect with most of the instructors’ teaching styles, so I ended up only being able to take one specific instructor’s classes which made a pretty narrow window for a membership.
Instructor energy: A few instructors had this “mean girl” vibe with instructions during the workout that came across as more condescending than motivating. Not the encouraging environment I was looking for, especially as someone who just started out.
Resistance levels: Coaches would tell you that you needed to be on a specific resistance number instead of giving a range. To me that’s not realistic for everyone in the room, especially newer members. Compared to other lagree studios I’ve tried out in Columbus. They’re the only ones who don’t offer a rage for this.
Cancellation policy: This was the deal breaker. Their policy requires cancelling 10+ hours in advance. One of my last classes I cancelled a 4:15pm class at 6:45am that same morning due to waking up ill, and which is over 9 hours and 30 mins of a notice and still lost my credit. Most studios I’ve seen run on an 8 hour window, which is already plenty of buffer. In my opinion 10 hour minimum doesn’t account for real life events. Like sick kids, work changes, whatever comes up and just feels punitive rather than reasonable.
I’ve since switched to a studio in Columbus that allows modifications without judgment and gives resistance ranges instead of mandates. Night and day difference in how welcome I feel walking in.
Tamar Oostrom
Nov 2025
Butcher shop is a girl’s girl. I love that they have childcare (at rates so low they have to be doing it to support parents!) and they’re flexible with classes when pregnancy kicks your butt. For those reasons, this is basically the only workout I’ve kept up with in this season of life.
Collab With Nilou
Oct 2025
I’ve been going to this studio for about a year now , between their German Village and Open Air locations , and honestly, there’s a reason classes sell out so fast. This is Lagree (mega reformer Pilates), and even the beginner sessions will push you in the best way possible. I love it here. The trainers are all fantastic, but my favorites are Emily (early mornings!), Brigid, and Erika. Highly recommend if you’re serious about getting stronger and loving the burn.🔥
Caroline Bank
Nov 2024
Incredible (challenging) workouts with fantastic music, energy, and community!
Patrick Sheehan
Nov 2024
Took my first class ever and it exceeded expectations across the board! The music was great and our instructor, Mona, was really great. She took the time to show me how the reformer worked before class started and gave great advice on helping me through my first class. Everyone should take her class if you get the chance! 5 stars!!!
Susan Horava
Mar 2024
I never thought that when I stepped in for my first Lagree class I would find such an amazing, supportive and knowledgeable group of instructors! I look forward to each visit. The workout is fantastic but what is even better is the community that everyone at the Butcher Shop has created. I am at least twice as old as most people working out but the encouragement I receive makes me feel like I fit right in. If you want to seriously get into the best shape of your life and find the instructors that brighten up your whole day look no further. I love this place!
Katherine Stach
Feb 2024
I just hit my 30th class at Butcher Shop and have nothing but amazing things to say about the workout, studio and staff. Every class I've taken has been challenging in the best way possible and the instructors are always incredibly motivating. Going to reformer pilates for the first time can be intimating due to the different moves and terminology and I've found that the instructors at Butcher Shop always do an incredible job of explaining and demonstrating the moves. I look forward to every class I take here and cannot wait to attend more!
Jan Verhoff
Feb 2024
This is my happy place! The moody lighting, the energy from all the Butchers, and the incredible workout that looks different everytime.
Haley Bond
Feb 2024
I love this place and these people! Such a welcoming environment and definitely the most effective workout I have ever done. I look forward to my class the second I book it! If you are looking for a sign to start, this is it!?
Brittany Talley
Feb 2024
There is a reason why this place has 5 stars! I've tried so many different types of workouts - Barre, Yoga, HIIT, traditional weight lifting, and even rowing. Although I still love these forms of workouts, I cannot get over how effective Lagree at the Butcher is! You really feel these workouts and on top of that, the results (especially for your core) are seen so quickly! The cherry on top is that all of the staff and people in class are beyond welcoming and friendly. Cannot recommend enough!
Annie Hornyak
Cancelled my membership after 8 months.
Scheduling: Classes filled up fast and needed to be booked well in advance, which made it hard to actually get into the classes I wanted. Even though they have added multiple instructors, the actual number of class a day doesn’t reflect that. there’s a break in the schedule around 2/3pm with no classes offered, despite clear overflow and waitlists at other times. Feels like an easy fix that just isn’t being addressed. On top of that, I didn’t connect with most of the instructors’ teaching styles, so I ended up only being able to take one specific instructor’s classes which made a pretty narrow window for a membership.
Instructor energy: A few instructors had this “mean girl” vibe with instructions during the workout that came across as more condescending than motivating. Not the encouraging environment I was looking for, especially as someone who just started out.
Resistance levels: Coaches would tell you that you needed to be on a specific resistance number instead of giving a range. To me that’s not realistic for everyone in the room, especially newer members. Compared to other lagree studios I’ve tried out in Columbus. They’re the only ones who don’t offer a rage for this.
Cancellation policy: This was the deal breaker. Their policy requires cancelling 10+ hours in advance. One of my last classes I cancelled a 4:15pm class at 6:45am that same morning due to waking up ill, and which is over 9 hours and 30 mins of a notice and still lost my credit. Most studios I’ve seen run on an 8 hour window, which is already plenty of buffer. In my opinion 10 hour minimum doesn’t account for real life events. Like sick kids, work changes, whatever comes up and just feels punitive rather than reasonable.
I’ve since switched to a studio in Columbus that allows modifications without judgment and gives resistance ranges instead of mandates. Night and day difference in how welcome I feel walking in.
Tamar Oostrom
Butcher shop is a girl’s girl. I love that they have childcare (at rates so low they have to be doing it to support parents!) and they’re flexible with classes when pregnancy kicks your butt. For those reasons, this is basically the only workout I’ve kept up with in this season of life.
Collab With Nilou
I’ve been going to this studio for about a year now , between their German Village and Open Air locations , and honestly, there’s a reason classes sell out so fast. This is Lagree (mega reformer Pilates), and even the beginner sessions will push you in the best way possible. I love it here. The trainers are all fantastic, but my favorites are Emily (early mornings!), Brigid, and Erika. Highly recommend if you’re serious about getting stronger and loving the burn.🔥
Caroline Bank
Incredible (challenging) workouts with fantastic music, energy, and community!
Patrick Sheehan
Took my first class ever and it exceeded expectations across the board! The music was great and our instructor, Mona, was really great. She took the time to show me how the reformer worked before class started and gave great advice on helping me through my first class. Everyone should take her class if you get the chance! 5 stars!!!
Susan Horava
I never thought that when I stepped in for my first Lagree class I would find such an amazing, supportive and knowledgeable group of instructors! I look forward to each visit. The workout is fantastic but what is even better is the community that everyone at the Butcher Shop has created. I am at least twice as old as most people working out but the encouragement I receive makes me feel like I fit right in. If you want to seriously get into the best shape of your life and find the instructors that brighten up your whole day look no further. I love this place!
Katherine Stach
I just hit my 30th class at Butcher Shop and have nothing but amazing things to say about the workout, studio and staff. Every class I've taken has been challenging in the best way possible and the instructors are always incredibly motivating. Going to reformer pilates for the first time can be intimating due to the different moves and terminology and I've found that the instructors at Butcher Shop always do an incredible job of explaining and demonstrating the moves. I look forward to every class I take here and cannot wait to attend more!
Jan Verhoff
This is my happy place! The moody lighting, the energy from all the Butchers, and the incredible workout that looks different everytime.
Haley Bond
I love this place and these people! Such a welcoming environment and definitely the most effective workout I have ever done. I look forward to my class the second I book it! If you are looking for a sign to start, this is it!?
Brittany Talley
There is a reason why this place has 5 stars! I've tried so many different types of workouts - Barre, Yoga, HIIT, traditional weight lifting, and even rowing. Although I still love these forms of workouts, I cannot get over how effective Lagree at the Butcher is! You really feel these workouts and on top of that, the results (especially for your core) are seen so quickly! The cherry on top is that all of the staff and people in class are beyond welcoming and friendly. Cannot recommend enough!