I had the most fabulous work out this morning! I attended the classic Barre class at 9:45am. The instructor Aisha was super friendly and helpful! This work out kicked my butt in the best way! It targets the abs, thighs, glutes and arms. It was a full class and I loved the upbeat music that played throughout. A couple of things to note: you need sticky socks for this class (they have some for purchase in the store but honestly amazon is cheaper) and leggings are recommended, the parking lot always full so come s little early to secure parking. I absolutely recommend this class! read more

Been to this studio a few times. First time I went to this studio learned a couple of tips, arrive early as parking was a bit crazy. Someone mentioned another event that was causing it so this May not be the norm. The studio was as expected with all the normal Pure Barre set up. The instructor for the class signed up for was a no show and thankful Aisha was able to step in and teach Classic. Overall good experience despite the late start time and different format. The two others times I've gone no issues with class starting on time and went as expected. read more

I really enjoy their style of barre class but there's a lot of variability in instructors. There are some phenomenal instructors who have mastered the multi-tasking of demonstrating/ correcting form/ encouraging. Some of the instructors are just okay and either new in their track record or maybe stylistically different. They go through the motions but aren't passionate or engaged in showing the move they're calling or even helping as they walk around. I think that's a necessary step for isometric type of workouts. read more

Great, until you want to cancel your membership! I was no longer able to attend these classes, and I need to cancel: 1. No email to be found ANYWHERE, which I am sure is by design so you cannot reach out to cancel 2. No affordance online to cancel, literally you cannot cancel where you made the purchase 3. I called to cancel, and I COULD NOT CANCEL OVER THE PHONE. The manager has to CALL ME BACK to cancel. I asked when that would be and literally she told me that she had no ideal "MAYBE MONDAY" This is giving major financial racket energy. I you subscribe, be willing to pay an extra month and spend a LOT of time trying to cancel. Instructors and classes are fantastic. read more

Save yourself the time and money and avoid this studio. I took a class here and was given ZERO instruction even though I mentioned it was my first time taking barre. Rachel the instructor was unbelievably rude, dismissive and was just sitting there eating instead of welcoming people and guiding newbies into the studio, telling them about the class etc.... I then find out she actually OWNS the place. I couldn't believe she'd be so rude to anyone, let alone a potential new client. I was really looking forward to joining the studio since I've driven past and heard about the benefits of barre many times. Absolutely ridiculous. I was treated so poorly and made to feel like a huge inconvenience for spending my time and money here. I will go out of my way to let people I know this is NOT an inclusive or welcoming workout studio. read more

Great location! Lots of parking. They offer a big schedule range am to pm and various class types. They have cardio, area focused and strength training classes. You can tell all the instructors care. The music playlists are bomb! Everything is so clean and they have lots of cute stuff for sale. read more

Pure Barre - Next to lash lounge and restore - Barre Classes Near Me - Austin, Texas

Booked a trial free class and got a call the day before asking me if I was seriously considering a membership or just interested in taking one class. I told the truth - I'm just in my home town for a week and needed to move my body - and she told me she'll have to remove me from the class... Don't advertise a free class with no strings attached if your really not offering them! read more

Love this Barre studio!! The whole team is very nice and motivating. They are always happy to have you there. One of my fav studios of all the Pure Barre studios!! read more

I heard great things about pure barre, so I talked a friend into going with me. The class was not at all what I had expected, this was no ballet-based workout ( which can be any level of intensity). My experience: The experience was impersonal. The instructor was wearing a head set, and didn't really seem to want to be there. She did not appear adequately trained, her demonstrations of the moves did not alway include correct form (when she did demonstrate the move). She barked instructions, which were included terminology poorly understood by the class. My friend observed that at one point everyone was doing something different! The music (which I did not enjoy!) was continuously turned up for the duration of the class while the lights were turned down. At the end of the class the bad music was blaring and we were doing fast past ab work in near dark conditions. It was ridiculous! At the end of the class, upon exit I was asked what I thought of the class and when I implied that I had not enjoyed it as much as I had hoped they got a bit snooty. The class was also filled with fake plastic Westlake ladies, if you are not one you may wish to skip this class; if you are a fake plastic Westlake lady I may have found your perfect fitness class! Enjoy! read more

For some strange reason I believed this workout will be more of a ballet/yoga based workout. I was not expecting to sweat, moan and groan. I am a former Fitness Instructor, I taught fitness related classes for about 20 years, took dance when I was younger, and my strongest muscles are my gluts, quads and hamstrings. I can do any lower body type exercise with ease, since my lower body is tone and strong I can endure a little bit more. Not with the Pure Barre workout, I immediately begin to feel the burn during the thigh portion, in fact my thigh are still tingling. My thighs were bothering me so much, I regret the run I did around Town Lake Saturday morning. I took the 8:30 AM class with Rashanna and she was great. Her cuing was on point and she did a fantastic job of instruction by walking around the class checking form and offering alternative moves. All in all, I will be back to take these classes. It is something different from my regular workouts and is an excellent addition to any cardio type workout you do. I say lift, tone, burn, baby! read more

Very clean and comfortable. Morgan is great and so accommodating for different skill levels. I'll definitely come back and try to improve!

My main workout in Austin! I love how welcoming everyone is at this studio and all the instructors make sure you have good form. I like that they come up to you and tell you instead of calling you out on the headset. It's a challenging workout, but I'm definitely seeing the change. It's clean and there's usually parking, unless it's a Saturday when everybody is out! read more

Don't let their pretty faces and petite bodies fool you...these ladies are tough! I have never--and I do mean NEVER--liked any exercise class before this one. It's less like a class and more like a group of girlfriends getting together to get their sweat on. The music is great--upbeat, current, and just the right volume so that you can hear the instructor's voice calmly and thoughtfully leading you through the moves and offering encouragement all along. They will quietly correct your posture when needed, which is a reflection of the care they take to make sure you are getting the most out of your workout. The moves are arranged in groups--like warmup/arms, legs, abs, butt, and cooldown. There are a variety of torture, er, I mean exercises that they choose from within each group so it'll never be the same workout twice which you know is the best way to exercise. Mostly I like the athletic yet simultaneously feminine style of Pure Barre. There are components of barre (ballet inspired moves to work out those muscles into long, lean stilleto-wearing machines), pilates, yoga, and straight on strength exercises. Two themes will arise: the tuck and the ledge. The tuck refers to the forward thrust of the hips that provides the counterpressure needed to sculpt that backside. Eventually, you'll catch yourself tucking while driving and listening to music--it's unavoidable. When you've tucked enough, you'll achieve the Pure Barre Ledge--the affectionate term given to the nice way your bum is lifted and separated from the tops of your hamstrings--no wiggle wiggle wiggle there! Enjoy!! read more

I love Barre workouts and this little Westlake locations is a good one. The long narrow studio feels a bit strange to begin with but actually works out well as everyone can see and correct their form in the front river. Like the Arboretum branch its a great, motivating, focussed work out - all Pure Barre workouts follow the same outline - and the instructors here deliver a work out that has your lower body shaking pretty impressively from the get go. Barre workouts have become pretty mainstream over the last 18 months and most people here have done plenty - as such I feel the instructors a re a little bit more complacent than they used to be about checking and correcting form. Barre classes, like pilates, are actually pretty easy to fake your way through without working very hard if you don't know which muscles you are supposed to be focusing on and making adjustments to keep form good. It gets harder and harder as you keep coming back and get used to what muscles to move. Its an intense toning session, but not a complete workout - the lack of any meaningful cardio element means it will always have to be a complement to other activities for me. read more

I've been taking barre classes at many studios (and love Dancer's Shape and Define) around town for over two years now. Took my first class here yesterday and sadly have to agree with the other reviewers on here who did not enjoy it. I really did not like that they had carpeted floors, as while I did indeed bring socks, they could not at all grip the carpet. I also agree with Jessie F. that I find it hard to believe that carpet is good for the level of sweating everyone was doing (myself included). The workout, or at least what I could understand/improvise of it, did indeed make me sweat. And I'm even a little sore today. But I could not have been more exasperated with the instruction or the low-light conditions. Her instructions were not very clear, and I could tell this because every time I looked around the room for cues on what she was asking us to do, everyone would be doing something different. She demo'd the moves maybe 50% of the time, most often when she would be at the furthest front of the room with the lights extremely dimmed. If they had inquired as to whether anyone was a first-timer at that class (which they should've known because I signed the new customer waiver right in front of them), the instructor could have positioned herself better so as to provide better/clearer instruction to newbies. The dimmed lights were just the absolute worst. The amenities at this location also pale in comparison to the studios I mentioned above. This studio does not provide towels, as many others do, and does not have any dedicated drinking water fountain. Although I am on Classpass, a quick look at the prices shows that it is also MORE expensive than both of those studios, for far less. Won't be returning to this studio. Highly recommend other barre studios on Austin for your barre work-out needs. read more

i have been doing pure barre for years and love it, however this location has a horrible and unprofessional staff. I had a very bad experience here with the owner and i would not recommend it to anyone(although other pure barre locations i would) bar method opens soon in downtown austin on 5th street in the commons....go there instead. read more

Easily the soulcycle of barre studios in the states, Pure Barre classes can be pretty variable depending on what studio you go to. Having been to PB's across the Austin area and in Boston, I can easily say that this PB location is unequivocally my favorite. An immaculate studio, boasting a rolodex of passionate teachers, rigorous and varied workouts, and a friendly environment...this place and their classes burn in all the right places and shine above the rest. And by burn I mean sets all the nooks and crannies of your body on fire! What's perhaps most special about this PB is the ambiance and community. Barre studios have a tendency to be a little stuffy, filled to capacity with lululemon clad millennials, and often with a palpable snobbery in the air--- however, this PB attracts a broad spectrum of clientele, spanning across all age demographics and fitness levels. The result is a fun, friendly and inclusive environment, often lacking in the industry. Keep it up, PB-Westlake! read more

An hour well spent! I've take. Barre classes before so I knew the drill going in, but was this class ever a challenge! The instruction was seamless and motivating, the music was fun, and the workout pushed everyone out of their comfort zone. The studio is clean and welcoming and the staff was inviting and warm. I'll definitely be back! read more

I've been to a lot of different barre studios in town and Pure Barre is the one that I continue to come back to. Pure Barre workouts are always consistent, due to the structure of the class, yet every class is different. Your level of workout here is completely dependent on your mindset and commitment, not necessarily on the teacher. I've been taking barre classes on a regular basis for about a year now and it has completely changed my body. It takes a while to really get a deeper understanding of the methods and the movements, don't get discouraged after one or two classes, stick with it! I really like that I can use my membership at both the Westlake and Arboretum locations because one is close to work and the other close to home for me. This makes it easy to fit my workout in every day. Plus, it's nice to change up teachers and locations every once in a while. Tips: get there early to get set up, bring water, a towel, and sticky socks! read more

Since moving to Austin earlier this year I've missed the grueling workouts at Physique 57 located in my previous place of residence. One day, while driving down Bee Caves, the red "pure barre" signage appeared like an oasis amidst the suburban shopping strips. I knew what barre meant, just like a dog knows the twitch of a squirrel's tail or the promising crinkle of cellophane... I waited patiently for them to open and finally made it to my first class today. My abs were burning within the first few minutes. The instructor was positive and friendly, and provided corrections when needed. I am confident this workout will transform my body just like Physique 57 did, so long as I put in the time and stay away from that crinkle of cellophane... I will post again after my 30 day unlimited package ends. PS it's a great deal. read more

Hi, my name is Vanessa, and I'm a gym addict. *Hi, Vanessa!* Yes, this is my third review for a gym in Austin, but I just can't help myself. I was introduced to barre at Pure Austin Fitness, but their classes were only at weird times that didn't fit with my schedule. I found Pure Barre online somewhere and saw they have a $100 unlimited classes for new users, so I thought I'd give it a try. I. Am. In. Love. The schedule is super varied, with classes all day and into the evening, so if I miss the noon, I can go to the 3, or 4:30, or 5:45, or 6, or 7:15... you get the idea. They have an app for signing up for classes, and they charge you if you don't attend, which some might find annoying but I found to be a great way to keep me accountable. (I don't think they're SUPER strict about this, so if you had an emergency or were sick or something, you'd be fine) It's CRAZY expensive. Like embarrassingly expensive. But I don't have kids, I barely drink, I don't smoke, do drugs, or hire hookers, and I just got a raise at work, so this is how I choose to spend my disposable income, and the benefits are so worth it to me. Also, you get what you pay for, which is very knowledgable instructors, who spend most of class walking around correcting form and making sure we aren't injuring ourselves. Barre is a weird cult, with words like "freeze", "shake" and "tuck" meaning something specific to people who do barre, and the instructions can go really fast if you're new. But since they're paying such close attention to form, you don't go long in the wrong position if you miss something. Is Barre for everyone? HELL no. Is it great for me? YES! Let it shake, baby!! read more

I love this place! I checked it out at the suggestion of a friend and have since become hooked. It truly is the best one hour workout where you feel like you have accomplished something. The burning sensation you get in your thighs and arms is intense, but well worth it and keeps me coming back for more. I hate gyms and this class has filled that void for me. The instructors are great! They are all very motivating and help "correct" your technique to make sure that you are getting the most of the workout. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a new routine! read more

I've been to many barre classes around Austin (DEFINE, Blue honey yoga, Dancer's Shape, etc) and Pure Barre did not impress me. It was a good workout, but half the time I felt like instructions were not very clear and I was unsure of what I was doing. I felt like it was more geared towards real dancers with previous experience, which was not the case for me. The instructor that I had was very sweet, but I just wish instructions were a bit clearer and or they demonstrated the moves better. read more

I was hoping for a better experience. The workout was alright. The workout room had CARPET! That turned me off right away. You cannot tell me that they keep the carpet clean. 5 min into the workout and everyone was sweating. Just think of how dirty the carpet it. Not to mention the room was very musty. The workout was not worth going back to. I have experience much more professional and clean classes around town. I bought a new client 4 time pass and sadly will not be using the rest of it! read more

AMAZING. I love PB Austin. Just moved out of town and miss it terribly--the studio here doesn't even compare. The instructors at the Westlake location are incredible. Well-trained and intense but make you feel at home. They make a point to compliment people by name throughout class and if you are doing something incorrectly, they take off the mic and fix your form privately. The best teachers in my opinion are: Mary (so very kind, makes connections with her students), Kathryn (hardcore, beautiful, yet so nice) and April (sweetest one there...her smile lights up the room!). Give it a try. I was very nervous my first class, mainly because I was out of shape and intimidated by the other clients, but it's an amazing experience and worth the money. Plus, college students get 15% off. The instructors and your fellow clients are very, very good people. read more

Always a great workout! I have been a client since shortly after the studio opened and it is still my favorite way to exercise because it is always challenging. There is a bit of a learning curve but the teachers are very helpful. You work on your own level and the more you learn the more you are able to push yourself. I've gotten several friends hooked on "tucking." If you commit to going to class you will definitely see a difference in your muscle tone. If you aren't shaking and burning in class then you are most likely not doing something correctly. The movements should be small and concentrated - this is where the learning curve comes in. I have a love-hate relationship with the thigh sets. ;-) It is a little pricey but if you buy several months at a time you receive a significant price break. Please be sure to wear pants to at least your knee. Some of the moves can be too revealing in shorts. Be nice to your classmates! read more

The workout is INTENSE and the instructors are nice. Show up early and don't forget your socks!

Didn't explain much if you were a beginner, and seemed to be a place where you need to 'know' someone in order to be acknowledged. Had a horrible class experience without any explanation of each exercise, and spent the whole time wondering why everyone was doing something different since no one else seemed to understand what to do either. Do not recommend! read more

Completely agree with some of the other reviews, notably Lydia and Katie - though would definitely not give it 3 stars! This was a horrible experience and a rip off. And sadly, if people are trying this as their first barre experience, it's giving barre a bad name. Try someplace else for barre - Dancers Shape on Burnet is so far beyond Pure Barre in instruction, personalization, form, atmosphere, even aesthetic and music choices. I received no introduction at Pure Barre, no questions regarding my previous experience with barre or any previous exercise, my fitness level...nothing. They didn't even bother to offer up any information regarding the barre technique in case I wasn't familiar with it. The class had no personalization, barely any cues for proper form. Having taken pilates and barre for a while now, I could look around the room and see half the class doing it improperly - what a waste of money for those people! The instructor herself did not seem properly trained (I wonder if they're certified) as she did one of the exercises incorrectly. Their equipment is not up to par with other places. Their space is not well done. As others stated, the microphone had a weird echo to it. They did not bother to check in with me after class to see if I had questions, or what I thought of the class. I had to buy $12 socks though there is no information on their website stating that you need to bring socks. And they still didn't grip the carpeted studio (some other places are wood floors and do not require socks). I could go on and on. Not a single good thing to say about this place. Try Dancers Shape on Burnet, or Bar Method that will be opening soon - I've taken classes with the trainers who are opening it and they are superstars at instruction. read more

My favorite workout ever. I try to start my day with pure barre at least 4 days a week. It makes my day so much better. Not only is it a GREAT workout, but this is like a family to me. Unlike the other big studio in town, the instructors compliment you over the microphone, but correct you quietly (with the microphone OFF). They really want everyone to be comfortable and get THEIR best workout. read more

I get why there are bad reviews, it is definitely not for everyone. But personally it works for me. I do not go every week, as I like to run a lot. But this is a great workout. I have never left this workout and felt I did not get my money's worth, it is hard! Also I get that this PB gets a bad rap due to its location, I am not there to judge the people there, I am there for a great workout. And trust me, nobody who goes here for a session should come out saying otherwise. read more

Since I have zero flexibility or coordination, I was a little nervous about signing up for a Pure Barre class, but I ended up liking it more than I thought I would. I did a 30-day unlimited package and definitely got my money's worth. The instructors here are good about helping struggling newcomers in a friendly, subtle way. They're also willing to answer questions and give more detailed explanations after class. The workout itself is intense, especially the warm-up (it's brutal). I never would've imagined that a low impact workout could have me sweating more than a 5K run. read more

What can I say - I fell in love... with PB!!! I can't say enough good things about PB Austin. Just an FYI to all prospective PB'ers... The owner Rashanna is fantastic! Full of energy and passion to get her clients the best workout possible! This workout targets every muscle in the body and you are likely going to be sore EVERYWHERE for the first couple of weeks. After that, the toning and the calorie burn will pull you in. The music pumping throughout the workout keeps me motivated to tuck and burn until my legs/arms/back/stomach are shaking (when the real work is done!). I frequenlty ask the teachers what songs they played during the workout because they are so catchy and fun that I DL them later. My favorite instructors are: Rita, Rashanna, Kathryn, Anika etc etc.... well - they are all fantastic and passionate about what they do! Not to mention just their bodies should be an indication of the wonders PB can do! I have been a client for just over 6 months now and am not sure if I will ever leave! I really appreciate how the instructors are always in a cheery mood and start the classes ON TIME always ON TIME. Plus a major bonus is that the owner owns both the North Austin and Westlake location, so clients can go to either! They have great specials to try it out ($100 unlimited for a month) and regularly email specials or fun events going on. One thing I cannot wait for is the Valentines day classes... basically it's a day where you can bring your BF/fiance/husband to a class and they can "enjoy" the burn. I doubt our men really understand how difficult and challenging the workout is... I just cannot wait to bring my fiance to the class that day. They offer beers and other manly things that day to make them feel a little more, how do you say? manly? They definitely will give you respect for the workout after that one class! Why wait? Join PB and get in the best shape - the most fun way possible! Thanks PB! read more

This class works you like no other class can. I've been to 4 classes and I can already feel a difference in my body. I have some old injuries (ankle, knee) and so I was looking for a class that was low impact but still would leave me sore and sweating - Pure Barre is definitely that class! I have only been attending 1X/week since I'm also training for a half marathon right now and need to dedicate most days to that, but it's a great option for those looking to stay limber and toned. If you went multiple times a week, I'm sure you'd see results very fast given the intense focus on each muscle group. I would highly recommend this class! read more

I am an avid gym rat but the classes at Pure Barre Austin kicked my butt! I felt motivated and excited to try something new. This place does not dissappoint! I am always finding time to get in a class ever after I already hit the gym! read more

Great workout, easy scheduling and canceling on an app. It's totally a workout I can motivate myself to do early in the am or after work, and still feel accomplished afterwards. read more

Austin is lucky to have Pure Barre Austin! I have never done a workout quite like this before. I was impressed by how sore I was after using 2-3 lb weights. This workout uses muscles that you don't use when you run or do boot camps. No matter what kind of shape you are in, I promise this workout will be a challenge. I am now hooked and love the results I am seeing from this awesome workout!! read more

As a former Division 1 pole vaulter in college I have been through some pretty intense workouts but NOTHING comes close to the amazing workout I get with pure barre. I love the pace of the class and the music keeps me going when my legs are about to collapse. Jackie's classes are always super intense but she keeps everyone motivated even with all the various athletic levels in each class. She is amazing!!! I highly recommend Pure Barre Austin! read more

The classes at Pure Barre Austin give you a fantastic workout in a fun setting. It's a great combination of pilates, yoga and ballet. You can really feel your muscles working and toning. read more

This was my first time at a Pure Barre and it was HORRIBLE. My first impression was alright. They had some cute clothes for sale right when you walk in. The girl at the front desk was named Katie (I believe) and she was also the instructor for the class. She said that there wasn't a "trial" class for first timers, unlike the other barre studios I've been to which gives you the first class free. Once we were all signed up we noticed everyone left their shoes under a bench in the lobby. Katie said there were cubbies in the room to put our personal belongings. My first impression when I walked in was CARPET, CARPET, EW CARPET. How do they clean and sanitize the carpet????? My guess is that they just vacuum and call it a day. Then I noticed the cubbies were on the complete other side of the only door to the room so we had to weave around people sitting on the floor to get to them. We also had to grab our own weights, a ball and other materials and find a spot on the floor, which was awkward because there weren't any mats or designated spots. Then the next thing I noticed was they had track lights on the ceiling and NO FANS. How does a workout studio not have fans?! I was not impressed at this point and honestly wanted to leave before we even started. Once Katie finished signing people up, we started the class. I have never been so frustrated with an instructor in my entire life. She was absolutely HORRIBLE at explaining what we were doing!!! I had to look around at other people taking the class to try to follow along and even they looked confused. No one was doing the same thing so clearly there was a communication problem. Katie also demonstrated the moves for about 0.5 seconds and then walked around the room to a different spot to "demonstrate" a new exercise. I had to look around constantly to try and find her. The person I went with had to call her over and ask out loud what the heck we were doing three times and even said like "you didn't say we were moving our hips" for example. Then Katie did the unthinkable and CLOSED THE DOOR! It was at this point that I thought I was in a hot yoga class. We were dripping sweat! Another big issue I had was that Katie didn't offer any modifications to anything. Barre is supposed to be for any age or body type. All in all I was extremely unhappy with Pure Barre and will not go back. I do not recommend it to anyone. Save your money and go to somewhere else. read more