I always look forward to my time at Barre-Up! I bought a Groupon about 6 years ago (!!!!) and have…read morebeen a regular attendee ever since. The packages are appropriately priced and the class schedule is perfect. There is a variety in the classes in general, but no matter what you will never have the same class twice-- the playlists and the flows change so you never get stuck in a routine. The atmosphere is open and inclusive, and the clientele community is welcoming and motivating. So happy to have found this happy little studio in our big ol city!

Read my emails with the co-owner, they speak for themselves. Screenshots are numbered so you can…read morefollow chronologically. 3 main issues: * studio is difficult to find (lacking detailed directions) * phone line does not work (they don't answer and it's a mobile phone) * disrespectful owner (did not help me with my predicament, gave constructive feedback but took it offensively)

Sign up!!! Okay sign up if you want to add barre classes to your fitness routine. I felt great…read moreafter class. Not only a great workout but an absolutely amazing stretch that the body needs. I absolutely loved the foundation class which was thought by Bethany. She has such a great spirit and love for Pure Barre. The studio is nice and clean. Love the extras provided in the bathroom.

Still much greatness at this location! New manager in place and they are really making the location…read moremore like a home away from home. Many friendly faces and the instructors truly want you to succeed.

Carolina Barre & Core is the best barre studio in Raleigh, and I was so happy to see they added…read morethis location on Glenwood! I've tried pretty much every barre studio in the triangle (as well as most yoga and pilates places), and CB&C is definitely my favorite. The instructors are all wonderful and provide a lot of adjustments and corrections to make sure you get the most out of your workout. They really focus on form and helping you to do the movements correctly, which makes a huge difference in the effectiveness of the classes. The classes here go by fast but manage to work all of my muscle groups in a way I haven't experienced from any other barre classes. I've had more significant improvements in muscle tone, strength, and flexibility here than when I was going to classes elsewhere. The other students are always friendly and overall the atmosphere is less intimidating than at other fitness studios.

I really enjoyed my time at YoBa Studio. It's quaint, inviting and the staff is amazing. I'd first…read morevisited YoBa on a class pass and I thought very highly of it then and the 2nd time was even better. I've experienced 2 different instructors and both were patient & encouraging, I even cried in one of the sessions because that particular practice resonated with me so much. The studio is very clean. The bathroom was in impeccable shape. They offer some amazing products for cleaning up too one in particular that caught my eye was the Indie Lee Product. I didn't bring a mat but I was able to us one of theirs, the fee is $2. They offer a wide variety of drinks and I heard someone raving about the coconut water. Signing in is easy and quick. You just find your name and press check in. The cubbies are in the front and they lock the doors during a session to ensure safety of your things. Overall the studio, class instructors and staff are amazing. Such an amazing place to do yoga in Raleigh. Ps, there is plenty of parking too.

YoBa YoBa YoBa.. I truly do love this place. It's more than just a yoga/barre studio, it's…read moregenuinely a local neighborhood sanctuary to come to and releave the stress of your day. I first started going when they first opened and had to take a break due to work schedule etc. I recently joined back and it was like I never left. Instructors remembered my name and for those who didn't know me, quickly introduced themselves and made me feel right at home. I was blown away on how quickly everyone remembers your name.. it's a small thing.. but to me it, it made a world of difference. It's proof they truly do care about getting to know their community. I signed up for the yearly unlimited pass and could not be happier with all of the classes they offer. They have been extremely safe during covid, making sure everyone wears masks. The studio is super clean and they offer hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes. If you're wanting to be a part of a local Yoga community that you're always welcome in, look no further. Now more than ever we need to support local businesses and this one has been top on my list! Thank you YoBa!

I'm guessing this place is pretty new. Loved the aesthetics of this place. It's nice, clean and…read morethe staff were all super friendly. It was my first time there and was greeted with a warm welcome. The cycle class was upbeat and definitely got me sweating. I really like their bike displays. I've been to a lot of different cycle studios and these bikes were by far my favorite. Next time I'm in, I'll have to check out their barre studio upstairs. Love the vibe of this studio.

This is the best studio in Raleigh! I have tried a lot of different places and the classes, the…read morecoaches, and the schedule cannot be beat! Maggie, Timmons, Ashley, and Yandon will all deliver a tough class but make it go by in a blink with their great playlists and even better energy!! Can't recommend it enough!

GLOW is my happy place and where I get the boost of endorphins! If you're looking for an awesome…read morecommunity, incredible classes and an empowering community, GLOW is the place to be! They offer a number of group fitness classes in a number of categories and needs: cardio (Turn up Dance, cycle, and Body Attack), strength (BodyPump and PowerGlow), and anything in between (Barre and Cycle) to name just a few! If you're interested in recovery, they also have YoGLOW (yoga), red light therapy, and cold plunge available! You may be thinking, well those classes sound super hard or where do I begin? GLOW got you! All the instructors will give further instructions on how to adapt and modify to make the class based on your individual fitness level! I've been in Raleigh for a few years now, and GLOW is probably my most visited spots. I absolutely love the community that they create and the people who are in it! So what are you waiting for? Let's glow together

This is, by far, the best gym environment I've ever been in. Everyone is so welcoming, the classes…read moreare fun, and the instructors are the best. They have done an amazing job creating a safe and enjoyable experience.

I LOVE THIS STUDIO!!!! They have such amazing instructors and the classes are so much fun!! COME…read moreHERE !!!

Did a couple classes here while visiting the area this Fall. (also tried barre3 nearby). Impressed…read morewith the very experienced and well trained instructors. Knowledgeable staff!

One word, Amazing! This was a very challenging class and I honestly felt like I worked every little…read moremuscle in my body. All the moves made some portion of me shake. We did a great deal of legs and abs. If you are up for a challenge, I definitely recommend it. The instructor was so nice and helpful. She would come around and help you get in the right position or explain in more detail what you are trying to do. The nicest part was that she muted her headphone when she helped so no attention was drawn to you.

I am a first timer and was really looking forward to this 6:30AM class here, however, I would later…read morebe met with a locked door and not able to attend the class. I never been to this location and the GPS guided me to the complete opposite side of the place. I called twice for help finding it and received the voicemail. When I finally arrived at 6:35am While standing at the door I received stares but still no help! I will never come back here again. 0/10 would not recommend.

I had their 1 year membership for $99 per month for about 2 years. I split my time between the 2…read moreCary locations because they were close to work and it was easy to go right after work. I enjoyed their 4:30 afternoon classes and some of their Saturday classes. Many Barre studios only give you access to one location, so I loved that they gave you access to multiple. They also had fun events to encourage you to work out more. They usually had different barre socks than the Kildare location, for $18 per pair. Their Pure Barre app made it easy to sign up or cancel classes too.

When I think of barre, I think of perky, petite young women gracefully poised beside it, doing…read morepliés and point... building up their slender legs to support and sustain them with an incredible combo of strength and flexibility. The workout trend Pure Barre is designed around getting that dancer body... But through totally different means! I'm talking dubstep. Blasting as girls place kickballs between their thighs, then squat, tuck, and tooch (to borrow a term coined by Miss Tyra). It's true: I never thought I'd be booty-tooching to Scrillex... outside the privacy of my own home. The workout started with some simple stretches and upper body routine, and some floor work in the form of plank and pushups. They only have dumbells in 2, 3, and 5 pounds. The short number of reps and low weight made this section of class completely un-challenging for me. But that disappointment was eased by the next part, where we stepped to the barre and focused on hips, thighs, and --as they like to delicately call it in Pure Barre-- "seat*." [*I don't have a seat. I have a bubbalicious boo-tay. Which is why I wanted to go to this class in the first place. So for clarification purposes in this review, my seat will instead be termed butt.] The most annoying thing for me was that the instructor demonstrated very few of the positions (perhaps due to lack of space on the barre); and it was difficult for me to follow her instructions some of the time. Many of the movements are so isolated, it's hard to look at a classmate and copy from what they're doing too. So parts of it did not feel tough... which left me wondering if I was doing the movement correctly. But other parts had my entire lower body shaking like a leaf, butt and quad muscles on fire. And I absolutely felt those muscles recovering the following 48 hours, so I know I did at least some of the things right! Class finished up with some ab work, which I also felt was too easy, and some finishing stretches. One hour flies by pretty quickly. And I can definitely see the appeal in a class that's shaped like this... getting all the core muscle groups into one workout. But I would personally prefer a class that focuses exclusively on the lower body, to round out my own exercise regimen and perhaps benefit my running as well. I did a drop-in class that was specially priced at $10; reasonable. (Their regular drop-in is $23.)

FlowCORPS is incredible. The instructors are incredibly welcoming and helpful which is so nice…read moreconsidering reformer Pilates could be super intimidating. I love going here on my own or with friends. The workouts are all 45 minutes at the downtown studio which is so quick and efficient. The workouts will leave you sore in the best way. I did the 3 classes for $30 and will definitely be back for more!

Great Pilates reformer studio with very friendly and helpful instructors! Each Instructor adds a…read morelittle bit of their personality into the classes with moves and music