Well, 12 years later, I am back and time for an update!…read more I love the variety of classes--there's always something that fits my mood and keeps things interesting. The teachers are incredible: knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely supportive. And the front desk staff are welcoming and kind from the moment you walk in. I always feel seen, supported, and excited to be there. Pure Barre truly feels like a community. I also appreciate how many time slots are available each day.

I tried a complimentary class and it wasn't for me…read more I don't like the constant pressure in person and via phone (text and calls) plus emails) to join. I politely asked to be taken off the call list after the first contact, but they kept calling. I am still receiving emails because they have not removed me completely. It's annoying and feels desperate. I mentioned to the instructor after the complimentary class that I belong to Equinox and will just take the barre classes there. I had initially been attracted to the "community" this business talks about. She replied that Equinox instructors aren't trained. Equinox is a high performance gym and though not every instructor is perfect, I found it inappropriate and a bit rude to speak of people you don't even know.

So there is old lady pilates then there is coreology which I call angry Pilates... its like a hitt…read moreclass but with pilates. I have been coming here for the last year or so, Im not so picky with teachers. They are all different & all encouraging no matter your level. It's a fun class. I love the fact that they offer earplugs to offset the loud music.

Very intense Pilates reformer workout. Great instruction with personal guidance as needed for…read moreparticipants. But is very fast paced so be patient with the process. Be safe. Sweat till you shake. Bring grip socks. Bring water bottle and a slice of humble pie. I walked from my home but all others can find nearby free structure parking for Manhattan Village shopping center.

This studio is clean, equipment in good condition, friendly staff, owner is very kind and often…read moreruns specials- affordable rates in comparison to several studios in the area. Took the tuesday am class with Janet- she was so knowledgeable about alignment/form. I often am frustrated with instructors given a couple of injuries- under direction could worsen. Janet knew exactly how to modify and was very specific in her instruction. Not an easy class- time we'll spent.

I'd like to update my review to say I have been loving the new additions to barreworks (both the…read morenew classes and the new teachers) I am obsessed with barre boxing with Jen. It's a really fun way to start your Saturday morning. She does 30 minutes of fun choreographed boxing and then 30 minutes of barre. I just tried barre sculpt with Janet K and I love her energy and attitude- she's funny, high energy, and really positive vibes that push you through class. I also tried Petra's yo-barre class on Thursdays and loved that as well. She does 30 minutes of barre followed by 30 minutes of deep stretching. I don't stretch enough so I really like her take of the yoga/barre combo. Katie's Monday night barre class is also amazing because she REALLY focuses on core. She is an incredible trainer and is so good at cue-ing your breath connected with your abdominals. Kim's step class on Mondays is SO fun. I was laughing my butt off because I was so uncoordinated. It's not only an excellent physical workout, but it works your brain a lot too. I love that Barreworks has grown and developed into so much more than a barre studio where you can still get barre, but also a lot more.

This was my very first time doing Pilates and OMG I loved it!!!!!!…read moreThe instructor was very kind and explaining everything well. Music was on point. What a great work out! I will definitely be back!!!

I've been doing Pilates on and off for the last two years and I was living in West LA. I'm…read moretemporarily living here in Torrance and decided to try this studio. My experience may be different from someone who is completely new to Pilates. It was instructed to come 15 minutes early before your first class so I did. A class was finishing up but the studio is very clean and for me self explanatory. So I put all my stuff in the cubbies provided, self-checked in on the Ipad, and waited for the class to finish. My first class was with Brittany and she did briefly explain the reformer to me, but I told her I had used a reformer before so I didn't need a thorough explanation. There was another girl in my class who was new so she helped her. The LIT class, which is their entry beginner class, I will say is a pretty good workout. I liked that even in the LIT class Brittany gave you the option if you wanted to do a higher level of weight/work for more of a challenge. The space is very clean, the reformers are in great working shape, and decorated more trendy. I enjoyed the music here (but if you are looking more for an experience where its playing more elevator type music then I would say this studio is not for you). Another thing I like about this studio is the variety of different classes like the cardio-jump board class, straps, classic pilates, etc. I took a jump board class with Allie and it was a great workout! Allie was also super sweet. I'll be back!

I have been going to The Barre since February 2026 and couldn't have wished for a more positive…read moreexperience! I started out fairly new to pilates and barre, and have found every instructor incredibly welcoming and every class super fun! Within the past 6 months, I've felt very encouraged in my fitness journey by the instructors and the community (LOVE the workshops that are available with a membership, such as numerology and sound baths). I've noticed differences in my strength and pelvic floor tilt, and I love how a 6am class makes me feel throughout the day. I'm so happy to have found such a positive local community!

Unethical Billing Practices & Disrespectful Treatment…read more Made the mistake of supporting this new business by purchasing a Founder's membership in June . Thought I was helping my fellow dance community grow. It turned into a very disappointing and stressful experience. "While some of the staff and instructors have been wonderful and hardworking, my experience with the ownership has been very different. The billing practices are not transparent, and when I asked for help canceling my membership, I was met with disrespect and threats of continued charges. This review is based solely on my customer experience with the owner's handling of policies -- not the team members who've been supporting and kind . The contract isn't visible not on the website , app or the sent e sigh email -- corporations refund, return policy isn't available . As it's a hidden contracts, membership cannot be frozen or canceled under any circumstances, even if you're severely injured or have to move away. That's the case for me . As was explained to the owner, Amanda . She will justify the continued charges every month in the guise of membership. Without reason besides she has your CC# I asked questions for cancellation . Amanda then mocked me - and I quote " Dude, that's not how it works, Honey. Have you ever had a gym membership before?" That level of disregard . Instead of professionalism or compassion, continued threatened to charge me every month , a FULL year ($1,125.00 ) for services I can't redeem or use or access, saying " "I will be charging in full then taking you to small claims court" All for 125$ monthly membership that cancelled in September. Please be cautious before signing up -- ask to see their billing in writing , ask questions read every detail and think twice before trusting their "membership" offers. It's disappointing to see a women-owned business turn its back on loyal members who supported their company from day one. We stood by through every early struggle -- tech issues, scheduling mix-ups, instructor cancellations, broken AC , and all the challenges with a point of sale going paperless and a new team . While the community and instructors showed patience and loyalty, the ownership left on lengthy holidays leaving the wellbeing of business in a new team . It's unfortunate to watch a place that once showed promise lose touch with the very people who helped build a community .

Truly feel so lucky to live close to Pure Barre San Pedro! I've been out of shape and in recovery…read morefor a year, and chose PB as my first foray back into a healthy lifestyle. Main motivators in choosing PB were location, their robust schedule (especially the after work classes), and the style of classes offered. I love that there are 4 different and dynamic formats to choose from. As someone who can get bored with workouts, I've really enjoyed how unique each one is. But what really convinced me that PB was the right place for me is their incredible staff. This isn't your typical gym - this is a community that looks to uplift each and every attendee. From the front desk to the instructors, you can just tell they genuinely care about you and your journey through PB! Grateful for PB and I hope anyone reading this signs up for a free intro class to see what it's all about. So far, it feels life-changing!

My friend and I first attended a free class together, and although it was intense, the instructor…read morewas kind, professional, and welcoming, which gave me a positive first impression. The workouts themselves are challenging, effective, and something I genuinely enjoyed. After that, I signed up and eventually started attending classes on my own. As someone who was still new to barre, it took a lot of courage to go alone. Unfortunately, during two separate classes with two different instructors, I struggled to keep up. The instructors did help and reposition me, which I appreciated, but I continued to struggle, and in one of the classes, the instructor laughed, which made me feel self-conscious and discouraged as a beginner. While I understand classes can be lighthearted, in that moment it felt uncomfortable rather than supportive. After experiencing something similar again with a different instructor, it became discouraging and made me feel like this might continue happening. What ultimately led me to explore other options wasn't the workout itself, but the feeling of being judged during class. Fitness environments should feel encouraging, especially for people who are new or still building confidence. I did have a positive experience with one instructor who was very helpful, but she primarily taught Define or Empower classes, which felt too advanced for me compared to Classic, since I was still new to barre. Because of these experiences, I decided to try another studio where I felt more comfortable and eventually canceled my membership here.

Absolutely the BEST muscle toning and balance classes! I love all the instructors. The studio is…read morespotless. I especially like Tracy and Christy, my evening instructors, they are awesome! They have my highest recommendation. Cheryl

Don't judge a book by its cover nor a Pilates studio by one class, but in this case I must!…read more What a delightful morning class with Mary Kay! Seems like there is a regular core of folks in each class but enough space for new folks to come and in. None of the clique-y vibe of some similar group class studios, either. Ample parking in front free lot, which us good as the room has more than a half dozen reformers plus a cadillac. Group classes combine a bit of floor (when I attended it was mainly a few stretches and prep for the reformers more complex balancing so nearly all of class was on the bed) with reformer. You'll want pilates socks for this studio. They have a smart and tidy method of giving each class attendee a plastic bin to put each person's personal goodies in then return at end of class. Keeps things tidy and clean! Music was a mix of newer pop, country etc. not very loudly played which was nice. Just enough to focus when things got tough. Pilates is like that: seems easy but the workout sneaks up on you in intensity. I found this studio through ClassPass, which was nice as I wouldn't have discovered it in a drive by, tucked away as it is. Mary Kay was delightful and welcoming. TL/dr: low key but strong energy at this local Pilates studio

I purchased an offer they had for $50 and the screen didn't change so I hit process again and this…read moretime it acknowledged the payment and my purchase. However my credit card was charged twice after several emails to bar method they refuse to refund the second $50 payment. I've never felt like a business was robbing me until this experience. Their absolute refusal to simply return the $50 has been the most frustrating customer experience of my life. Even though $50 is nothing to me, I can't believe they would treat a customer like this. Why are they that desperate for $50!

Great exercise class!! The studio itself is located in a historic building and the high ceilings,…read moreexposed brick, and heaps of natural lighting make the space really lovely to work out in. The workout itself if challenging, rewarding, and invigorating. You will feel that burn!!!! But in the absolute best way. To give a little bit of perspective, this was just under twice as hard as a club pilates 1.5 class. (I always set my apple watch to a pilates workout and it tracks calories burned based on my heart rate, and a typical 50 minute club pilates class burns anywhere from 110cal-150cal, while a typical 1 hr bar class burns anywhere from 275cal-300cal...and I know these are both strength building classes not cardio but I think the calories burned provides a standard way of comparing how much effort I put into each class) My only slight gripe is that they fill up those classes and it can feel a little crowded in the studio. But overall, a really great workout class if you're looking to tone rather than bulk your muscles and grow stronger! Tiffany, who teaches the Saturday class, is great!