Pure Barre Palo Alto is an amazing workout, and excellent instructors! I have been taking classes here since 2019, and absolutely love it!

I have been coming to PB for a few years and I love it. The teachers are helpful and kind, the classes are challenging but fun, and I like that there are several different formats so I don't get bored with the same moves and routines. They also have great theme classes (90s throwback songs) and challenges (Barre bingo) where you can win free swag In terms of logistics, it's never hard to find parking and there are lots of classes in the morning, midday, evening, and weekends, so no excuses not to go! read more

I've been taking classes at Pure Barre Palo Alto for over 4 years and it has helped me with my weight loss process (I've already lost 48lbs). All the teachers are amazing and very supportive. read more

Love the multiple class formats especially Empower and Define! Barre community is great. Class times can be limiting if you like early morning classes. read more

I've just completed my 750th class! The instructors are so helpful and love the format! Would highly recommend Pure Barre.

Last summer, I signed up for a one-month pass for $99. However, Pure Barre continued to charge me $99 a month, despite my repeated attempts to contact the studio. Each time, I was told that they would need to forward my message to the owner, who never got back to me. Finally, after 6 months, I was able to get the charges stopped, but I never received a refund. I would have never agreed to a recurring subscription because I was moving out of the area and was joining my friend for my last few weeks in town. I notice that you are only responding to positive comments. You might want to consider responding to customers who've had a less than positive experience. read more

Pure Barre has been such a blessing. The workouts, encouragement and community helped me find my way back to a healthy me after a long difficult illness. The workouts are challenging but the amazing instructors help you stick it out and believe in yourself as your body gets stronger day by day! So grateful for this place! read more

I love going to Pure Barre for my workouts! The staff are super friendly and helpful. The studio is always very clean. I love the variety of class types the studio offers and would recommend to everyone! read more

Last weekend I successfully competed the 100th class. So glad I found this studio which is a diverse, inclusive and welcoming community. My deep bow of gratitude to the entire team at Pure Barre Palo Alto!!! read more

I've taken classes here before but decided to get back to the barre. I like this location because it's close to work for me and they have a lot of morning or evening classes when you go either before or after work. I just recently took my first class in a long time with Rakiya. She greeted me before class since I was practically new again. I talked to the front desk and she went over the various memberships you can get. At 30.00 for a single class, that's pricey. I bought a 4-pack, which gets you 20.00 per class, a chunk of savings. It does not have to automatically renew every month, you can cancel if you don't want it. I would do classes more often but this is what my budget is for now. I've always taken the classic classes and find them so therapeutic, especially the music and stretches with the bands at the end. I just tried my first empower class and I was nervous! I've been told you sweat a lot more and it is true! It's a good workout and adds an extra punch with the cardio benefit. Download the pure barre app as you can set goals for yourself. Also, I have to add, the next day everything was sore! It is an effective workout if you want to improve and strengthen your core. The exercises are challenging and each instructor switches up the routines so you won't get bored. My only suggestion is to turn the music down a little bit because it was a little too loud and hard to hear instructions. I look forward to my next class! read more

I have tried many of the barre studios in the area through classpass, but once I tried pure barre it only took a few classes before I was a convert. The classes can get full, but only occasionally feel overbooked. Parking is easy unless you come for the lunch hour class. The classes here are much more challenging than other barre classes I have tried, and you can depend on a good workout regardless of who the instructor is because they are all consistent. After about 3 months of coming about 4-5 times a week, I haven't seen any major changes and I'm not convinced that barre alone is a sufficient workout. However as a supplement to any other workout, I can't praise them enough! read more

Say good bye to your gym membership and hello to all the muscles you never knew you had! Just finished my one month trial and I shed more inches in that month than 3-months of biking and running 4-hours a day/5 days a week. Only loss a couple of pounds but NO MORE LOVE HANDLES!!! I go to PB pretty frequent (4-5 a week) but guys, you really get what you put in. For me, it is a better alternative than going to my local gym. It is more efficient and less time consuming. I am not by any means flexible at all, I couldn't even touch my toes. After a month and a half I was able to do the splits! NEWCOMERS! The first time can be (extremely) awkward but you can do it! Bring socks and good vibes! read more

"I LOVE going to bar(re)." No, not that kind of bar. Barre is a combination of yoga, pilates, and ballet. Your own body weight is the main weight that you "lift." & it indeed works you hard! I was first introduced to Pure Barre by my boss and fell in love with how great of a workout it was that I purchased a 10-classes pass. In almost 10 classes, I've noticed my core definitely got stronger. The instructors at Pure Barre Palo Alto are super friendly and helpful. Don't be afraid to be in the front row! That is where you will get the most help with your form. & don't be embarrassed if you can't get the moves right. They are there to help you :) and that is what sets apart from taking a group exercise class at the gym, where the class is a lot bigger so the instructor can't go around the room looking at each form and technique. It's an awesome workout. Try it out~ read more

This is my favorite local fitness studio by far! The instructors are very encouraging, and the community is friendly and inviting. I'm always impressed by how upbeat and varied the routines are and how quickly an hour goes by. Classes are low-impact enough to take every day if you want. Barre gets easier as you get stronger, but it's never easy! Pure Barre workouts are fast-paced, and the instructors aren't as nit-picky with form corrections as other studios. I can see this teaching style being confusing for people who are new to barre, but I personally prefer it because it's more challenging and never boring. I genuinely look forward to coming to class, and Mary's studio challenges add extra motivation to show up and work hard. read more

I'm so glad I found this studio. The staff is incredible and I can depend on a great workout every single time.

This location is full of false advertising. They lure you in by saying first week free and then say you have to pay for the class afterwards. No sense of customer service at all!!! read more

Pure Barre - Barre Classes Near Me - Palo Alto, California

My wife has been rambling on about this place. She took Mary's class and she was hooked. Energy was great and Mary made her feel right at home. Two thumbs up. read more

I'm not sold on Pure Barre. From my understanding, the receptionist toted Pure Barre as "better," than Bar Method because it was more of a bootcamp and Bar Method was "just stretching." I strongly disagree with that. She is incredibly nice but, not every good work out has to come from a bootcamp-like environment and if anything, I found that the single class level and the fast bootcamp like atmosphere left little room for anyone to focus on good form and doing the exercises effectively AND safely. I took my first class with Lily and wasn't blown away. She's incredibly fit and no doubt can do the exercises but, I swear it sounded like she was reading from a script. She is verbally cueing but, not even looking to see if her verbal cues are effective. When new clients obviously look confused or are doing things wrong, go up to them and use a hands on approach! The music was so incredibly loud, I honest to goodness couldn't even here what she was saying half the time. And that's the thing about loud music..this isn't kickboxing..while music is appreciated, I think LOUD music is only used to cover up the instructors inability to lead a class. Very little focus on good form as opposed to Bar Method as well. Just the same old "tuck and tuck and tuck and tuck." I get it. I'm supposed to tuck. But, what if I didn't know what that meant or how that is supposed to feel? These are key practices to build a good foundation for proper posture that was glazed over in this class. I came back again and took a class with Sarah and again felt the same way except she had an attitude that she honestly didn't care about the class. The only saving grace here is Lauren B. She would probably be the only reason I came back here for a class. You can actually hear her when she speaks, she cues well and provides variety in her classes that leave you feeling achieved and worked out. She is a fantastic instructor and I was tempted to sign onto a membership here with Pure Barre because her classes but, seeing as I emailed Pure Barre with a question (per the instruction of the receptionist who told me to do so) and never got a response back. I decided to go with The Bar Method down the street because they at least responded to my questions. read more

Hmmm.. I'm disappointed with this studio because I didn't really get a good vibe here and I REALLY wanted to like it. The receptionist wasn't very welcoming or friendly, even though she knew it was my first time. The biggest disappointment was the instructor - she lacked energy and smiley-ness and overall was not very motivating. I did appreciate that she went around to some students to make adjustments, but she didn't smile once during the class! The class itself is challenging if you hold the positions correctly and do the moves right, but don't expect to rely on Barre classes to be your *main* form of exercise if you're trying to lose weight/slim down. First timer tips: -Bring socks! I forgot mine and was forced to pay $13.50 for a pair of grippy, "super comfy" socks. Yes, they were comfy but not $13.50 comfy. -Get to class ~5 minutes early to sign your waiver and grab the equipment. -Change beforehand. They do have a bathroom, but being all prepped up beforehand will make your life easier. -They have open cubbies for your stuff. No complaints about the actual class or methodology of barre, just did not really have a positive experience with this particular studio. Good thing is there is a decent-sized parking lot right behind the studio. read more

Yay--I get to be the first to review! But, boo--I wasn't able to check in because their page wasn't set up on Yelp yet haha Anyway, just came from an amazeballs workout! This was my second time doing this type of workout and my favorite so far! Pros: New and clean studio - VERY PRETTY! The instructor was super friendly, helpful, and upbeat Tons of classes available (perfect for a quick workout during the workday) Cons: This can get pretty pricey (luckily, I have a Groupon deal for 4 classes...3 more to go!) I actually hate working out and I had a ton of fun! I felt the burn, experienced my entire body shaking (the instructor kept saying, "Shaking means you're getting it! haha), and walked out feeling energized! I definitely recommend this studio. I'll be back! read more

I'm very happy with Pure Barre. As a former dancer, I really miss getting a good, solid workout while stretching and lengthening my muscles. Pure Barre delivers in both workout intensity and stretching. Most of the instructors combine stretching, ballet barre techniques, aerobics, and strength-training techniques, so in one hour you work out most of your big muscle groups. You push yourself through each of the intervals, with the encouragement of the instructor, so if you're truly working at your peak, there is no way you won't break a good sweat! Prior to trying Pure Barre, I had tried Dailey Method, and I found that the exercises didn't agree with my body type. I had actually started to bulk up, and I couldn't hold a lot of the positions or repeat the movements for the instructed duration. I was always sore because the classes didn't involve enough stretching. I also enjoy the clientele and the instructors at Pure Barre Palo Alto much more than Dailey Method in Menlo Park. The clientele is diverse, fun, and much less snobby and pretentious. The instructors are very sweet, encouraging, and they actually remember my name and how I've been doing in class. Working out with instructors Nikki, Lily, and Lauren (and some others, too) is truly like going to a personal training session. Very sweet, friendly, professional young women! Thank you for keeping my butt in shape and improving my mood 3 times a week, Pure Barre! read more

Have been here 5 times so far, and have only had Lily and Michelle as my instructors. Both young ladies are so sweet and remembered my name second visit. They know I'm one of the newbies so they make sure to pay extra attention to me, which I appreciate in all aspects and forms :) It is a little expensive, but if you find deals online or if you are a new member you should give it a try and just see for yourself why it's really the NEW HOT THANGG!!! I got 8 classes for $80. If I miss a class that I signed up for no problemo; they don't charge u for missing classes you signed up for. All employees have been very friendly from the get and that's why I come back to places... The staff :)) and of course the results! I believe that ppl who may knock barre method classes haven't done it enough times to see promising results and satisfaction. You can also get a deal for $100 unlimited classes for a month. read more

I give it 4 stars because there is one instructor that is not good about demonstrating poses and being new to barre, I need to see it. It's frustrating because then I am behind and confused. She also doesn't seem too excited to be there. However, Mary and Cathy are amazing. I appreciate the encouragement in the class. Those two are why I joined!! read more

I am definitely a fan of Pure Barre. If only it weren't so expensive, my pure barre ledge would be rocking four times a week! I have a yoga and ballet background, so I find this type of workout fits very well for me. The workout is consistently focuses on arms, core, thighs and seat. The workout uses the ballet bar, stretchy tubes, hand weights and a ball to help work your muscles past burning and to the point of shaking. As they same "shaking muscles are changing muscles". After exhausting the particular muscle group, stretches inspired by yoga are used to help create long and lean muscles. All of that happens in a fast-paced 55 minute work-out alongside very friendly people and great music. The instructors are also very motivational and are key to helping me stay with the burn and not give up! While you won't get a full cardio workout with this, adding in running 1-2x/week will definitely get you results and you will feel sooo much stronger! Love love love pure barre! read more

I'm glad to have this new studio in the neighborhood! I tried four classes with two instructors. The workout: - Confusing at times, since the movements you make are supposed to be tiny and it's hard to tell what exactly you should be squeezing, lifting, freezing, or pushing. The instructions and movements became easier to follow after a few classes. - Done to upbeat music - Has nothing to do with dance - Seeks to target and exhaust a muscle group (e.g. abs), mostly using tiny movements, and then stretch it out -- I think it was quite intense! - Uses accessories including mats, balls, and stretch bands The studio and staff: - Carpeted, small-ish, and very clean - Staff are nice but not overly friendly in my experience (not necessarily a bad thing) - Classes are small enough that the instructor can correct form when necessary and offer suggestions Overall, I definitely wouldn't call it fun, but this is a strenuous workout and I'm sure it would be effective if done regularly. Probably great for folks looking to do some tough, bootcamp-style exercise. You need socks, but the ones with treading on the bottom are not required (but might be helpful). Enjoy! read more

Music was awesome. Facility seems very clean. It's a small studio, and the class was awesome. I had never been to a barre class and was quite surprised at the workout. I'm not much of a dancer and my hips DO lie, so despite my athletic abilities, I found myself struggling a bit. It's a great workout to kind of mix in with all my basic workouts. A really nice change from just lifting heavy weights all the time. This class seemed to focus a lot on the glutes. I think this class is great for sculpting your body. read more

This Pure Barre studio is so awesome that I drive about 30-40 minutes out of my way to attend class here at least 5 times a week. The catch is that there is a Bar Method studio just 2 minutes away from my house, but that's how much I love PB. This workout is second to none, and well worth the extra drive. I discovered PB almost 2 years ago while living in Arizona (see my review for Pure Barre Phoenix). At the time, my knees were completely destroyed and I could barely walk from one room to the next. Although it was a challenge at first, this workout helped me rehab back to 110%. Not only am I back to running, but I'm incredibly strong and flexible. I can almost do the splits! When I moved back to the Bay Area earlier this year, I was incredibly excited to learn that there was a Pure Barre studio within driving distance from my house. After enjoying the Phoenix studio so much, my high expectations were met and exceeded at Palo Alto. All of the instructors that I take class from on a regular basis - Lauren N., Lauren B., Emily & Jess - are phenomenal. Everyone is friendly and helpful. The instructors are always willing to stick around after class and help to answer questions from newbies, which is awesome. And yes, the classes are pricey but totally worth each and every penny. I encourage everyone to check this place out. You won't regret it! read more

The classes are expensive, and with some dance training, I'm not sure what to make of barre. The focus is on isometric hold and pulse in very awkward positions that seem to put a lot of stress on your joints (particularly the knees and wrists). Also, I can't see how any of these poses would help your posture as the lengthening, stabilizing component is de-emphasized. Once my four groupon classes are done, I'm not sure if I would go back... read more

Have taken classes with Mary, Tiffany, Amy. All are great instructors! I'm still pretty new, but feeling much more comfortable doing all the moves. Instructors do a great job of making sure your form is correct. If you're new, tell them before class! I took my first class with Mary and she was really helpful in getting me to tuck my hips under, place legs properly, etc so I was getting the most out of the workout and not hurting myself. After every class I leave feeling like I really got my butt kicked! It's definitely a full body workout and they especially focus on core. read more

After a four month Pure Barre break, I'm back!! I was a devotee back in LA but since moving up to NorCal, I have been exploring other workouts. I tried the Dailey Method because the location was more convenient but I just didn't love it like Pure Barre. I finally decided to just suck it up and deal with the Palo Alto traffic. And boy did my first class kick my butt. It was nice to see that no matter where I live, Pure Barre will be a constant and consistent presence. The studio is small but set up well to maximize the space. Unlike the West LA location, the class attendance is more diverse -- students of all ages and sizes. Parking on a Sunday morning wasn't bad but I can see it being a pain on weeknights (although California Ave is much better than the mayhem of University). read more

Concentrated, intense workout. 60 minutes of tight abs, arms and gluts madness. Today I did my first pure barre class in Palo Alto via class pass and I had the most amazing time (as amazing as it can get when you almost pass out from doing the exercise!). Angela was very thorough and helped improve the postures during the whole class. Time flew as I suffered for the cause.. Highly recommended workout. No showers in the studio. Bring socks..! read more

Not sure how long this location has been open for, but every class I take there are TONS of regulars. Always a good sign :) When I first tried barre I didn't like it because I didn't think it was a good workout. I never broke a sweat so I took a super long hiatus. I decided to give Pure Barre a try as it's close to my office and goodness what a good workout this is! I'm always shaking and burning the entire 50 minutes of class. Even during the stretch session, haha! All the classes are different in their own little ways. I never feel bored and I always leave class feeling good. I will continue to come here with ClassPass. read more

The best barre method around! This concentrates on targeting all parts of your body, but I love that they also include stretching to elongate your muscles! Be sure to sign up for afternoon classes, they fill up quickly. Bring socks, and be prepared for the quickest hardest hour of your life!! Definitely recommended, but beware, you will get hooked. read more

I love pure barre! I got the $100 30 day unlimited special for first time clients and I went 5 times a week. The results were amazing, I leaned up so much from this workout. You wouldn't think from these simple movements that you would get definition but I definitely did. Negative one star because the classes are so expensive :( I also wish this location had the circular bands that the pure barre studio in Los Gatos (same owner) has, I'm not sure why it doesn't, it really helps with the burn. My absolute favorite instructor was Niki, she explained the movements in a way that really clicked with me, and I could get the most out of my workout. Mary was my least favorite instructor, I feel like she was distracted and all over the place, her cues were not easy to understand. read more

It's my first time doing Pure Barre. I love it. It's low impact and super-effective in building muscle tones. I tried out 3 instructors and they were great. The issue was almost all of their sessions were too difficult for me. The one session at my level and fit my schedule turned out to be extremely popular. I had to sign up in advance or else it's guaranteed full. When I showed up on-time, I had to beg people to move around so I could lay down my mat. Even when I showed up early enough to grab a spot, I had to be on guard the whole time not to hit others or be hit during the exercise. It was problematic. Another reviewer said they put out misleading sign to lure people in, which is true. I thought I would try it out for free but ended up have to purchase a package to get one free class. Also over-paid for the socks there at my first lesson. Not a big deal since the exercise was good for me. I just wish there are more weekend sessions for beginners and they don't pack the room like sardines. read more

Pretty Awesome class with Sarah and this was my first PB class... will definitely recommend for core strengthening and it is very humbling to see how such little movement can trigger so much usage of the core. Sarah is a great teacher and I would definitely recommend going to this class. The only flip side is that it is 22$ per class so can be a bit steep for a 60 minute class. read more

Nothing can match the Pure Barre experience. I love PB!

I love Pure Barre PA! The class is intense, to the point and passes by quickly. It's definitely very challenging, but after a few classes it becomes easier. I am not athletic at all but these classes have really started to change by body. I would recommend going at least twice a week, but not on consecutive days. I tried to do that once and my thigh/leg muscles were so fatigued I could barely do anything. The only drawback to PB is that it is very expensive ($22/class). You can get a discount for buying in bulk or by getting the new client special (1 month unlimited for $100). Each instructor teaches a little differently and some explain the moves better than others - I have definitely left a class or two and felt like I didn't get a proper workout b/c I didn't understand how to do them correctly. The teachers are more than happy to explain if you ask them, though. I have asked questions during/after class when something doesn't feel right and they are quick to help. This workout is so much better than more traditional workouts. Go! read more

I attended classes at this location over the past summer while I was in the area and I am completely sold on Pure Barre and this studio in particular. The results of dedicated attendance were clear very quickly and I noticed really great advances in my strength. Disclaimer: This was my first experience with Pure Barre, but I have since attended other barre classes in my new area. The instructors were all very friendly and welcoming and as I became a regular I realized that they make a special effort to know everyone's name, not only in the class setting but also when they are greeting you or saying goodbye. I attended morning, lunch and early evening classes and never had a problem with parking which was a huge relief. There is a huge (relatively speaking) lot directly behind the studio and I think the flow of people coming and going coincided nicely with the classes I was attending. A final note, the facilities seemed up to par (no changing room, only a small bathroom, but that seems to be the standard) and the schedule of classes gave me a lot of flexibility. read more

Barre is awesome and is challenging. I got hooked by the groupon and am so glad my friend convinced me to go. I have been doing it for about 3 months now and notice some amazing results that I wasn't getting from my xfit routine. I go about 3 times a week, more if I have time. The owner Emily was my first instructor and she is awesome, so are the rest of the ladies who teach. It took me about a week to understand what exactly I was doing, if you are unsure ask a question- all the instructors are there during and after class to help you get the right movement and reap the rewards. I have also increased my flexibility, which in turn makes you a better athlete. Yay for Pure Barre and all the instructors! read more