Core Solutions is a fully equipped Pilates and Wellness facility located in Irvine. We offer private and semi-private sessions, as well as small group classes for individuals who wish to obtain better health through exercise, relaxation, and education. Peggy Tung founded Core Solutions Pilates and Wellness in 2005.
She has a Masters in Business Administration and health service management, and is a certified personal trainer and an Integrated Flexiility Specialist certified by the National Academy of Sport Medicine. She has accomplished two 500-hour comprehensive Pilates teaching programs. Peggy has been an Elite Personal Trainer at 24-Hour Fitness (1997-2001), and an Elite Pilates Instructor at Total Woman (2001-2004).
She has a Masters in Business Administration and health service management, and is a certified personal trainer and an Integrated Flexiility Specialist certified by the National Academy of Sport Medicine. She has accomplished two 500-hour comprehensive Pilates teaching programs. Peggy has been an Elite Personal Trainer at 24-Hour Fitness (1997-2001), and an Elite Pilates Instructor at Total Woman (2001-2004).
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It's been over a year now and still doing Pilates with Peggy. In addition I went to my first Spinning class and was a great workout and a tremendous challenge. Peggy continues to provide a fun atmosphere to come each week. I've been taking classes with Peggy for the past 6 months. She's professional and knowledgeable, and she explains each task clearly so we can follow along and do it correctly.
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De Lu W.
Aug 04, 2021
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Peggy (owner) is an amazing Pilates trainer. My sisters found her when I told them I needed to do something to preserve my flexibility and strength as I age. I started about 3 months ago, doing 2 private 30 minute sessions a week. Peggy uses her sports medicine and health management knowledge to tailor increasingly challenging sessions so you see progress fast! I really love doing Pilates with her.
Jackie B.
Mar 31, 2021
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I have been with Peggy for over 7 years and she continues to run her studio in the most excellent and professional manner. Our class exercises on the reformer change from class to class. Each time as challenging as the next time working different parts of the body. More importantly, my flexibility and core strengthening has made a tremendous difference in my life since I suffer with severe joint issues. The class also helps me to relax . Peggy is an amazing instructor, very knowledgeable about the anatomy and muscle groups being toned and strengthened. She also is sensitive to offering modifications
Mary S.
Feb 07, 2021
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J. P.
Jan 11, 2021
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I have had chronic neck pain for quite some time. A friend recommended that I see Peggy for trigger point therapy. I received weekly treatments for about 10 weeks but started seeing immediate benefits in both range of motion in my neck and a decrease in associated pain. Peggy is very knowledgeable and in tune with how the body works. My neck has been pain free since my sessions and I have benefited tremendously from Peggy's knowledge in the human body. I am very active and can be hard on my body. I know Peggy is someone I can rely on to get my aging body moving the best it can.
John L.
Oct 27, 2020
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This review is an update to my first review of about ten months ago. When I started my private sessions with Peggy about 18 months ago, I had neck pain and mobility issues, back pain when I got up in the morning and significant knee pain due to a damaged or missing meniscus in my right knee. At the ten-month mark, my neck and back pain had mitigated but was still present and my right knee, while aching less than it did when I first started still gave me difficulty walking up and down stairs. Also, at the ten-month mark, I could do a fast walk of about 4.5 miles two times per week with some significant
Bryana H.
Mar 03, 2020
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I have been going to Peggy for 9 weeks now..I go two days a week for a private 30 minute class and I would say by week 3 I started to notice body parts becoming more toned! 30 minutes dosen't sound long but there is no resting and I find it to be more effective. I feel like I get a better workout in that 30 minutes than going to the gym for over a hour. I have never been super athletic and was always intimidated by other classes, gyms etc but Peggy makes you feel so welcomed, comfortable and works with your level. I would say by week 8 I really started to notice a transformation in my body
Mary S.
Feb 14, 2020
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My Orthopedic Specialist told me I didn't need surgery on my hips but instead he would prescribe physical therapy that incorporated Pilates. I was surprised that the pain that was waking me up at night and causing me to take an elevator over stairs was going to be relieved with Pilates. He told me what was needed was to slowly build up my core strength and that he found Pilates to be especially beneficial for the type of arthritis I had.
While I had done yoga before, it was gentle stretch and relaxation yoga. After I had completed my initial therapy sessions and was feeling some relief
While I had done yoga before, it was gentle stretch and relaxation yoga. After I had completed my initial therapy sessions and was feeling some relief
R. W.
Feb 07, 2020
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I was in physical therapy to relieve the pain from spondylolisthesis, a vertebrae slippage, and improvement had stalled so I decided to try pilates. After only 5 sessions with Peggy I am pain free for the first time since the injury!
Peggy's classes are structured for a comprehensive workout, and are small so all attendees receive individual attention. Peggy's technical understanding of body mechanics and pilates is impressive, she quickly offers alternatives if I cannot perform a particular exercise. The focus is on correctly performing the exercises for maximum benefit. I feel very
Peggy's classes are structured for a comprehensive workout, and are small so all attendees receive individual attention. Peggy's technical understanding of body mechanics and pilates is impressive, she quickly offers alternatives if I cannot perform a particular exercise. The focus is on correctly performing the exercises for maximum benefit. I feel very
Rachel K.
Aug 01, 2019
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Malvika T.
Jul 31, 2019
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A wonderful studio. I got a groupon here and I absolutely LOVED it. It's quite small, only 6 reformers I believe, but I think that is one of the best parts. The instructor Peggy is able to focus on each individual person in the class. She's funny and keeps that burn going the whole class!! You feel like jelly by the end of it, but in a good way :) I highly recommend this studio to anyone looking to try pilates!
Gauri
Jul 26, 2019
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I found Core Solutions Pilates through Groupon and now I have committed to the regular classes as I love it! Peggy is a great instructor. She makes sure you get personalized attention and a kickass workout each time. I attend Pilates three times a week and everytime the workout is different and yet very challenging. Peggy always takes time to explain what group of muscles we are targeting for every move that we make. I am now hooked to pilates and always look forward to the next class.
Tiffany W.
Mar 12, 2019
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I'm so impressed with this studio and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great Pilates studio. I started going to Peggy's place late January to get back in shape and feel better. After the first session, I knew she was a great instructor. Not only do I enjoy her classes but she is keen on technique which makes every workout more intense and effective. In less than a month I'm more flexible and have more endurance. The studio is clean, welcoming with lots of light and space, and the classes and people are friendly.
Ivy L.
Jan 26, 2019
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I've been to many studios in the past and I can tell you Peggy is probably one of the best instructors around this area (Irvine/Newport Beach). I think she used to study physical therapy so she has great knowledge in muscle movements and exercising. Every time I start getting used to certain workout moves, she changes around making workout slightly harder. You can always expect good workout from her class. Highly recommended!
Ana Paula P.
Jan 18, 2019
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I still take Peggy's reformer classes. Every single time I get a killer work-out! The name of this place says it all. It is a serious core work-out. I feel mentally sharper, and much stronger physically! I used to have problems with my lower back,but each time I come in here my back feels way better because again my core is getting stronger. I even got a compliment a few days ago in one of these classes the other day. I love that Peggy changes up the work-outs every single time. Never boring. Such a positive challenge. The students in her class are all very nice and this is another
Susan S.
Jan 16, 2019
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Peggy, owner /instructor is the consummate professional. She ensures that every exercise is completed with precise form. This ensures that the goal of a stronger core and strengthening of each muscle group is accomplished.
Peggy will personally work with you to help you meet your desired outcomes. This studio is a serious environment where if you bring your best effort and strong motivation to it anything is possible.
Peggy will personally work with you to help you meet your desired outcomes. This studio is a serious environment where if you bring your best effort and strong motivation to it anything is possible.
Jasvina G.
Jan 07, 2019
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I have found my Pilates home! Peggy is wonderful to work with, she is a taskmaster, which is what you want, but she does it with a smile and a great sense of humor. I found Core Solutions through Groupon and have decided to commit long term to this studio. The class sizes are small so you get the attention you need. I recently broke my toe and Peggy provided alternatives so I wouldn't have to miss class.
Melody H.
Sep 26, 2018
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Peggy is amazing! Love taking her Pilates class, I've been going twice a week for around three months now and always get a great workout. I've gotten more toned and lost weight since taking her class. I've seen a noticeable change in my body since going to her class regularly. She is very knowledgeable about the body and keeps class sizes small so I always feel like I am getting attention to make sure I am doing the moves properly. She also pays attention to your body alignment and adjusts you when necessary. Would definitely recommend and am so happy I found her!
Alicia L.
Aug 29, 2018
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I've compared Core Solutions against a few other Pilates studios, Peggy's classes are by far the best and most challenging! She keeps her classes very small so she can pay personal attention to each and one of her students, correct their postures and push them a little bit more as each class progresses. I can definitely see the improvements in my body strength and flexibility in a short period of time. Being persistent coming to Peggy's classes had made me feel so much better with my body!
Susan Sheldon
Jun 05, 2018
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Peggy owner/ instructor is the consummate professional of this studio. She insures that each movement is implemented to perfection to enhance the efficacy of each muscle group. The student cannot help but have a positive response in terms of an increase in muscle strength and coordination which will benefit the entire body form and figure.💪
Kate C.
Jan 20, 2018
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I tried a handful of other pilates classes before staying with Peggy. Not only is the class level perfect for me, I enjoy Peggy as an instructor, she has a great sense of humor. Peggy is very knowledgable in sports medicine and physical therapy, she's not just a Pilates teacher. She has long time clients. I go twice a week for results. And luckily for me, its located in my city! Ive recommend my friends and family to join.
W. L.
Jul 27, 2017
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Peggy might be an amazing instructor but unfortunately I haven't taken any classes with her to validate. I purchased a Groupon and then reached out to inquire about classes, but as I work full-time and have young kids to care for afterwards on weekdays, I am only free Friday after work, all day Saturday and Sunday - of which there are NO options for classes. I wish that had been listed on the website because now Groupon won't allow me a refund and I'm stuck with this unusable purchase. So unless you have a flexible schedule or don't work at all, this place is not the best choice
Shanel H.
Jul 07, 2017
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I'm new to Pilates and tried Core Solutions in Irvine with Peggy, today was 2nd time going and I LOVE this class !! Peggy is an Awesome Instructor she really takes time to explain what you are doing , what part of the body part you are working out and she helps you throughout the workout. I really wanted to find a workout other then just cardio that will help me get to my goals and I believe I found it .. I'm hooked after 2 classes.. I'm sore and I feel great !!! Peggy followed up after my classes to see how I was feeling and encouraged me and I really appreciate that extra gesture
