Had an excellent experience in Bucktown. The instructors (confident, great practices, no small talk, true to the class description), the space (big studios, all windows, good heat that doesn’t get necessarily humid), the cleanliness (overall maintenance, mat cleaning machines). Didn’t have the same luck in NYC at the new Downtown Brooklyn location – it wasn’t bad, but my Chicago experience would probably keep me coming back in the long term.
I absolutely love the Bucktown CorePower location! Every teacher I've had is welcoming, funny, and clearly knows their stuff. The classes are challenging in the best way — hard enough to push you, but you always walk out feeling accomplished.
Special shoutout to Kayla, Darcie, and Elena; my three go-to instructors. With any of them, I know I'm getting a great workout and leaving on a high, even when I'm low-key dying halfway through (in the best way possible).
My only real gripe has nothing to do with the teachers, it's more of a corporate-level thing. For what we're paying monthly, the studios themselves aren't very nice. You have to pay extra for towels and water, and the showers and bathrooms feel pretty bare-bones, nothing that feels premium or worth the price point. Honestly, the amenities feel more like a $50-a-month neighborhood gym than what CorePower charges. I know that's not something the Bucktown team has any control over, and it seems to be a known thing across CorePower locations in general. The facilities aren't great, but the classes and teachers are what keep people coming back.
The teachers manning the front desk were incredibly kind and welcoming! Silvita’s class (C2) was absolutely lovely! Her sequencing, pacing, music and cueing were all perfect. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Corepower Bucktown has been a "home away from home" for me. I have been going there since it first opened 13 years ago. The instructors like Monika M, Laura N were my introduction to how they made every class feel like it was full of family. Since then, I have discovered many more wonderful instructors like Michael K who have followed in that same tradition.
I am, however ,growing frustrated with the management of Core Power generally.
The cleanliness of the studios in Bucktown and Lakeview have suffered. And, the "homelike" feel of the studios in general seems to be being replaced by hard pressing sales people who are more interested in signing up "customers" than giving students an experience that will keep them returning.
My monthly membership has increased twice in the last year. The last increase was done without notice. When I reached out for an explanation, I was told that an email was sent. There was no email. Many others have complained about how the "feel " of Corepower is becoming less personal.
Please remember that people come to yoga to escape the foolishness of external forces. Corepower Yoga has always been a clean, safe sanctuary for that. Please do not make it the McDonalds of yoga.
Your instructors have spent time developing a community. Please remember that. Communication is key.
The staff is very friendly and professional. The studio is always clean. The teachers are knowledgeable. I always feel better after leaving. Keep up the good work.