Beyond happy I've gotten back into Pure Barre after doing it religiously in college. The Five Points studio is wonderful - from the friendly and knowledgeable staff and instructors, to the ease of parking, and varied class options and times throughout the week, it's become one of my favorite things to do. Highly recommend downloading the PB app since it makes tracking classes easier. read more

I've visited this studio twice now. I had a great workout yesterday! I am still new in my fitness journey, so I am not able to keep up with everyone, but I do my best. The day before I had a Pilates class, so this bare session definitely hit on the areas Pilates touched on. I really enjoyed the workout! Bare doesn't get easier, you get use to pushing through the pain. read more

Pure Barre - Outside - Barre Classes Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

I'm a year and over 100 classes in and, for the first time in my life, my entire bloodwork panel is on the low end of normal! I've always eaten well but could never get my genetically high cholesterol lower until taking these classes just twice a week. I don't know if my body just responds well to this workout style, but I have worked out consistently my entire life and have never seen that kind of result. As Pure Barre is the only lifestyle change I've made, I have to attribute it to that. My posture has improved as well! read more

I visit my son in SC a couple of times a year. I always take PB classes at PB Columbia - 5 Points when I am in town. They always welcome me with open arms and they never fail to give me an amazing workout. I absolutely love everything about this studio. It is truly a great experience every time! I wish I lived in Columbia so I could be a permanent member. If you are lucky enough to live there, I highly recommend you check it out - you won't regret it and you will likely get hooked! Thank you for everything PB Columbia! Shout out to the owner, Denise, who is always warm, helpful and wonderful to me - XO read more

I love this studio. Everyone is super friendly and the workout is both fun and challenging.

Fantastic class! The instructors are superbly trained and so friendly. Though we all work together doing the same moves, it's very independent in terms of how hard or easy you make it on yourself and there's zero judgement. Extremely relaxed yet professional atmosphere. Clean and organized. And on top of it all, I am getting a low impact yet high challenge muscle toning workout that keeps me fitter than I've been since high school. Highly recommended! read more

Pure Barre is one of a handful of nationwide, franchised barre workouts (others include Bar Method, Dailey Method, Barre 3, etc...) As someone who has been taking barre classes for a few years now, I have to admit that Pure Barre is my least favorite chain for reasons I discuss below. Unfortunately, it is the only game in town, so here's what to expect: Classes last 55 minutes and move through warm up to arms to thighs to seat to core. Stretching is incorporated through out. In terms of the upsides of PB, classes are offered regularly throughout Monday-Friday at a range of times conveniently for any schedule and a couple times on Saturdays (mornings) and Sundays (afternoons). Parking is pretty easy and it's centrally located in Five Points. As a new client, you can sign up for the $99 unlimited month and then do a second month for $150 (although you need to ask about the latter). Otherwise, unlimited months are $190. You can also buy class packages, like 5 classes for $100 or 10 classes for $190 if that better suits your schedule. All and all, it's pretty pricey. My main criticisms of PB are that it's (1) very repetitive (always the same moves) and scripted (to the point of absurdity - every phrase is said exactly the same at every point during the workout); (2) the instructors are trained to follow this script but are less familiar with modifications and often try to correct you if you do them; (3) the room itself is dark, rather than light and airy (like Bar Method); and (4) the classes are often very crowded and there are significant waitlists for desirable times, such as weekend classes. Occasionally they add overflow classes on the weekends but frankly they just need to add more classes permanently. And you have to cancel 2+ hours before a class otherwise you're charged $15. So that's the deal. And rumor has it Barre 3 is opening soon so PB may have a little competition. read more

This is an amazing fitness experience. All of the instructors are extremely helpful in perfecting your technique. I love that they are all so welcoming! Sometimes going to a new place can be intimidating, but not here. I love the way we work all of the different muscle groups each class as well. I cannot recommend enough! read more

Pure Barre is such an asset to the Columbia fitness community. The studio and Pure Barre team are so warm and inviting, whether it's your first class or 500th. I love that the teachers are focused on providing instruction, gentle encouragement and proper form - which is essential to executing the small and intense isometric movements (not to mention they all have extremely soothing voices on the microphone). Pure Barre is a consistently challenging and mindful workout and I love that I feel stronger, less stressed and my energy level increases after every class. I am so grateful for Addie and her amazing team! When you choose Pure Barre, you are supporting not only a locally owned and operated business, but a group of women who are actively making a difference in our community inside the studio and out in the world. read more

I just started coming here a few weeks ago, and I am loving It! All of the instructors are extremely welcoming, helpful, and encouraging. While the workout is difficult, it is so worth it and addictive. I love this place and plan to keep at it to see some awesome results! read more

I was getting ready to start a new job a couple of weeks ago. Pure Barre is close to where I live so thought it might relax me to take a class on the Fri or Sat before starting on Monday. Plus I had been wanting to try their cardio class. I had tried their free week but routines are the same and repetetive everyday therefore I decided against a membership. Well... after the following scenerio I would never recommend a membership. As I said I wanted to try their cardio class so went onto their website on a thurs night to sign up. As soon as I signed up I saw in small print the class had a wait list. Therefore I immediately cancelled, however the next morning I saw my checking acct had been charged. I called the next day and was told girl at the girl who answered I had cancelled. She did not offer me a refund but instead told me I could use for another time. I thought why not so I asked for the following wknd. She told me there was a waiting list there as well so I asked for the following wknd and again wait list. All I had wanted the class for was positive energy before a new job. The waiting list isnt because they have a huge amount of members it is due to small studio. This is not mine or anyone else's problem. I wanted my money refunded and they refuse. Pure Barre class was a one time thing and would not reccomend to anyone. read more

This is the hardest workout you will love! The teachers are very encouraging and helpful whether it's your first time or 50th time! Worth the investment in you! Having back issues and a knee surgery, it has worked wonders and I keep coming back. Excellent for your core and stretching and you will really feel good when you leave! Highly recommended! read more

Pure Barre is by far my favorite work out ever!! With every class I can feel by body getting stronger and toned. The ladies at Pure Barre Columbia are incredible! They are very welcoming and help make you feel at home in their studio. I highly recommend checking them out if you are on the fence about trying a class! The clients are also amazing! Everyone in class is so friendly and encouraging to one another! It's so great to see women coming together to lift up one another! I'm glad I discovered this Pure Barre comminity! read more

I love this class! I just ran a marathon a few weeks ago and there is no other class I would rather take to stretch out my muscles and work on the small muscle groups than barre! Thanks for all the awesome classes so far! Can't wait to see my progression in the next few months read more

Recently moved to Columbia SC from Nashville TN and was relived to find a PB here as well. Just like other PB classes I've taken it's a great, well rounded workout. The staff and instructors are very nice. The studio, including bathroom, is kept organized and clean. Good variety of class times offered at the Columbia location. I do wish the instructors were a little more hands on in correcting body positioning throughout class but otherwise no complaints. Highly recommend giving it a try! read more

I love Pure Barre! If you're looking for a fun workout option this is for you. Normally I have a hard time staying motivated while I'm at the gym by myself, but pure barre classes are challenging and fun at the same time. The classes go by quickly and the instructors are all so personable and helpful. Try it out!! read more

First of all, this is not like ballet. Secondly, I cannot stand when an instructor turns up the music so loud and then mumbles into a microphone about what you are supposed to do. she demonstrated maybe 2 moves but mostly, she just walked around the classroom mumbling in her microphone. If you are going to teach a class, demonstrate the moves and make sure people can hear you. The paying customer should not have to watch another paying customer to find out what to do. Finally, there are way better exercise classes for getting in shape. This is overhyped, overpriced, and not very effective. read more

Just started taking barre a few weeks ago! They offer a first week free promotion that really lets you see if it's a good fit. I've taken about 6 classes so far with several different instructors, they are all a bit different but each great in their own way! It is definitely a hard work out, but you can make it as hard as you want to as you advance. It is definitely one of those work outs where you get out of it what you put into it. I was intimidated at first but everyone who works there is so sweet and helpful and when you are in the workout no one is paying attention to anyone but themselves, so no need to ever feel embarrassed. read more