Beginners feel safe
The most common theme by far. First-timers arrive nervous about the machine and leave saying they were guided through it rather than left to cope.
Nearly 700 ratings from KARVE members, submitted after attending class.
4.9out of 5
★★★★★
700+ post-class member ratings
For first-timers only. Valid 14 days. Prices include VAT, and you can cancel or reschedule free up to 12 hours before.
KARVE is rated 4.9 out of 5 across roughly 700 post-class member ratings, with 95% giving five stars and 98% rating four or above. Members most often mention the instructors' hands-on corrections, how welcome complete beginners are made to feel, and the women-only room. KARVE is a women-only Transformer Pilates studio in Ar Rawdah, Jeddah.
Every rating comes from a member who booked the class and attended it.
For first-timers only. Valid 14 days. Prices include VAT, and you can cancel or reschedule free up to 12 hours before.
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Arrive ten minutes early and an instructor will walk you through the Transformer and set your resistance before class begins.
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Dedicated KARVE BEGINNERS classes are smaller than regular classes and run in a separate private studio, paced for a first time.
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Resistance is adjusted to each person, so the same class works whether it's your first session or your 300th — without anyone being singled out.
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Move or cancel your booking free up to 12 hours before class, if your plans change.
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Grip socks are required for class, and they're available at the studio if you don't have a pair.
Public reviews can come from anyone. KARVE ratings are different: each one is submitted by a member after she books a class and attends it, inside the JoinIn2 system every KARVE booking runs through. That is why the sample is nearly 700 deep and still averages 4.9.
The most common theme by far. First-timers arrive nervous about the machine and leave saying they were guided through it rather than left to cope.
Members single out instructors watching form closely and adjusting position mid-move — not just calling out the next exercise from the front.
Changes noticed within a few weeks come up repeatedly, usually described as strength and posture rather than weight.
Women-only, lights low, music high. Members describe it as somewhere they can stop performing and just train.
A selection of longer reviews from members.
“Since this is my first time joining any Pilates studio, I found Aisha to be very, very supportive and warm to be around. I was very anxious as a beginner to set foot on a reformer.”
“Duaa came in to explain the Transformer as it was my first class, and explained what to expect and how to get the most out of the workout. She offered modifications and progressions for beginners.”
“She pays close attention to every detail in our movements and makes sure to correct our form in a clear and professional way.”
“I was shown around the space, which is spacious and beautiful. It was a very warm welcome and informative as well. Time was taken to explain the nuances of the machine.”
“Her classes are diverse and well crafted, and I can already see changes in my body after attending just a few sessions.”
“This is my second reformer Pilates class ever, and I can't help but love KARVE a tiny bit more every class, because every class truly pushes me out of my comfort zone in a good way.”
“Loved the mini warm-up before diving into the workout. She makes the effort to explain how we are benefiting from every move.”
“My instructor gave me time to understand the steps and helped me throughout the entire session. It's truly a blessing to have a great instructor who guides you step by step.”
“Very understanding and helpful. She guided my hands and core, and the overall tilt of my body. Very hard, but this was my first class so I was expecting that.”
“I can already see changes in my body after just a few sessions — powerful, effective, and unlike anything else.”
“Since day one the transformation has been incredible — and the class still challenges me.”
“The best class since I started — I felt every single muscle.”
“What a class — I felt the burn in every muscle. Super effective.”
“As a beginner I was anxious to set foot on a reformer — my instructor made me trust what my body is truly capable of.”
“It was my first time joining a Pilates class and I absolutely loved it. The place is hygienic, the staff were super friendly, and everything was wonderful.”
“The best reformer Pilates studio in Jeddah — the instructors are incredible.”
“This studio offers a workout like no other — don't miss it if you're in town.”
“Best workout class I've had in a while — 11/10, would recommend.”
“The intensity went up a level — I could feel it working my muscles even more.”
“Challenging, yes — but it flew by. Expert pacing from move one.”
“An amazing experience with a spectacular instructor — I'd definitely recommend it.”
“My instructor was extremely professional and her energy was contagious — she made my first session a memorable one.”
“Perfection is what Lojain is all about — clear, detailed cues the whole way. A full-body workout, and I love it.”
“A tough but rewarding class — the instructor really pushed us. Highly recommend.”
“No two of her classes are ever the same — always fun. Tough, but so worth it.”
“Kind and motivating — she pushes me to the limit, exactly what I need.”
“An amazing instructor — engaging and focused with every single member.”
“So keen that every movement was in the right form and position — I always feel safe.”
“Amazing — real attention to detail, and a great class.”
Our own rating runs higher than the public listings, because every member who rates a class counts. Both are here.
On Google, KARVE is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 152 public reviews.
The rating on this page comes from members, after class, inside the booking system. A Google review is a separate thing and it is public — it is what someone comparing studios in Jeddah reads before she books anywhere.
Leave a reviewLast updated August 2026. Rating and count verified against the KARVE booking system.
In their own words
The rating above is a number members give after class. These are the same members talking, filmed in the studio and posted unedited. Each one links to the reel it came from.
It's very intense yet very low impact.
It really does focus on the mind to body connection.
I've been progressing a lot and I feel like I've been getting stronger, the more classes that I visit.
The vibe of the class is amazing. The instructors, the people, everything.
If something was too hard or wasn't hard enough, the instructor gave a different variety for the same pose.
I'm feeling confident in my body.
It's hard, but the feeling that you get after it is amazing.
I am shaking till now, and it's been ten minutes.
Three classes is all it takes to feel the difference. Book your first session and meet the room.