Great instructors, nice space, and lots of class options. Highly recommend this studio!read more

Clean, professional and great instructors. I visit Portland every couple of weeks and always drop…read morein for a spin or barre.

I literally think of writing a review every time I step out of class--but then I get overwhelmed by…read morehow many things I have to say that I just don't? Anyway, here's my attempt at giving a concise overview of all these classes have done for me. When I signed up for class the first day, I was terrified. First off, I had never been to a studio-type class before. Second, I was in a year-long process of recovering from a nasty case of sciatica where I had shooting pain from my low back all the way down the back of my leg to my heal. And when I say nasty, I mean wicked god-awful nasty. At a certain point, age 24, I was using the scooters that they had in Fred Meyer to shop for groceries because I would be in so much pain that I'd literally collapse to the floor if I walked for more than 10 minutes at a time. After about a year of at-home yoga videos from YouTube, I decided to go to my first class. And, look. I had made some pretty okay recovery by then. But I was still in constant pain. I don't know how to say this without being dramatic or cheesy, but that first class changed my life. I came in not even able to hold a plank. Period. Like, not even for two seconds. And now (on good days, of course!) I can hold one for a full 90 seconds. With pretty decent form, too! But I always find myself showing off to my friends: Look what I did in Pure Barre today! It's insane! For that kind of progress--I've gotta say--I would not be able to do it on my own. It took a team of helpful instructors who I know genuinely care about me to get there. Sometimes even going out of their way to give one-on-one instruction. And can I just say, they're all super body positive, too?! I was genuinely worried because, when I started, I definitely was purchasing my clothes from the plus-size section. Never have I ever felt like they were looking at me differently because of my size NOR have I felt like they've ever made weight loss seem like something I SHOULD be doing. I have though. Over 40 pounds. But that was never ever their focus. Their priorities have always been getting stronger--on taking that 45min to 1hr to work on yourself And I love how they leave those intentions, what working on yourself means, to the individual. Oh. Also. You might be thinking, "Wow. That girl with sciatica was okay in this workout. Sounds like it might be boring." Which haha. No. Pure Barre has never gotten easier. I've found that the more my body is capable of, the more I can push it. Now, nearly 300 classes later, I still get sore after class. And, I know that I'm not the only person who thinks this, but I genuinely think it gets harder the more I do it. I'm always finding new muscles to work. New ways to dig deeper. New ways to push harder. Nah. I really believe that this is a workout for a large variety of body types. If you're even thinking of going, at least try it. It may be a bit pricey, but it's the best money I have EVER spent. Plus, idk if I'm supposed to say this..but they'll let you have a free week to try it out. In which case, TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT!! The first class is always awkward. Let yourself really figure out if it's right for you.

Buyer beware. When…read moremy schedule changed and I attempted to cancel my membership, I was informed that I would be charged for an additional full month regardless of whether I used the classes. What turned a routine cancellation into a negative experience was not the existence of policies, but the way the situation was handled. Communication was delayed, dismissive, and unhelpful, and reasonable questions about options or accommodations were repeatedly met with deflection rather than engagement. The studio owner's public response to this review further illustrates the issue. Instead of addressing concerns about communication and professionalism, it speculates about my motives, references my class bookings, and characterizes me as attempting to "take advantage" of a promotion. That framing is inaccurate and unnecessary. I was willing to adhere to the terms of the agreement and downgraded my membership in good faith when my schedule changed. The issue was never avoiding obligations -- it was the lack of respectful, straightforward communication. Publicly calling out individual customers by name and assigning intent, rather than resolving matters privately and professionally, is concerning. This experience felt far removed from the community-focused, supportive environment the brand promotes and instead reflected rigid enforcement paired with poor customer care. Prospective members should read cancellation and downgrade terms very carefully and consider how issues are handled if circumstances change.

I did my first barre class, the signature 45 with Amy and it was amazing. It was such a challenging…read moreworkout but the energy was so fun and welcoming and I felt so strong after!! This location was lovely too and it was easy to find street parking!! Such kind staff as well!

I took my first ever barre class at this location and enjoyed it! The staff was very welcoming and…read moreit felt like there was a great sense of community there. Upon first walking in, the receptionist was very friendly and introduced me to my instructor, who then gave me a brief tour of the studio and showed me the space she reserved for me in class (already prepped with a towel, resistance band, and a core ball). Christa was a great, enthusiastic instructor for the Signature 60 class. The class itself was a good workout that combines cardio, strength, and mindfulness. My only complaint is that the class was quite full! Although everyone had enough space to comfortably move during the strength and cardio segments on the floor, it was pretty crowded. I couldn't extend my arms while laying down on the mat during the core segment without touching the people on either side of me, preventing me from deepening my stretches.

Great class... Easy to follow along as a beginner... And teacher gave helpful tips throughout the…read moreclass. If I lived closer, I would def get a membership. For now I will just pay for classes as I have time to join my friend

The Bar Method Portland - Pearl District is by far the best barre studio in Portland!…read more The studio is spacious, bright with natural light, high ceilings and soft carpet which is a plus for floor work! Instructors know how to deliver barre classes that are both challenging and fun.

I had a great class experience here, this is located in a trendy area of Portland and for visitors…read moreit is a great location. Great workout combined with dance and movement.

This place is killer (that's a good thing). My first class at barre3 since 2019 - just as tough as…read moreI remember. I love the music playlist, atmosphere, and you are able to tweak each movement very easily to a harder/easier scale depending on the day. I have been sore for two days now - a sure sign that it is working. The class is mostly females, however I have always felt very welcome as a male student.

Clean facility with super nice instructors! I was in town visiting and stopped by for a drop in…read moreclass and absolutely loved it. The staff was very welcoming and took the time to show me around and get me familiar with the studio. The workout was fun and the hour went by super quick. Great music with a mix of cardio and strength exercises. The instructor also offered modifications and a lot of options to accommodate various fitness levels. If you're in the area, I'd highly recommend you give Barre3 a try!

Took my first class at barre3 and it was amazing. From the moment I stepped in, I was warmly…read morewelcomed. The instructor Morgan greeted us, let me know what items I needed to set up and where to stand. I've done my fair share of classes throughout the years but I really appreciated the low impact movements that worked my core. I did not struggle at all with the class but was pleasantly surprised how sore I was the following day. During the class I was super engaged and mentally in it! What I loved about Morgan is that she is so positive, reassuring and making everyone feel like there was no wrong way to do it. She sent an email after the class as well. The studio and restrooms were clean and offered cute apparel to purchase.

Wow great place very friendly place to work out. I will be back closer to summer timeread more

I've been going here for a few months now and it's truly a gem! All the teachers, classes,…read moreavailability is top notch! I drive all the way from vancouver 3x a week because it's just that great. I've completely transformed my lifestyle, health and exercise because this place makes it so easy to commit, it's so much fun and effective!

Been going 3x a week for a while...down 6 lbs and just fit into my 80s ski jumpsuit from the…read morerehearsal dinner of my wedding! But still 10lbs heavier than on my wedding date. STRONG IS THE NEW SKINNY!!!

I have gone to Barre3 three to five times a week for the past year. Listing my favorite teachers…read morewould be next to impossible, I love them ALL! Really. I love that they keep the same teachers on the schedule for a few months (at the same time) so I can get accustom to the way the teacher teaches and calls out the next exercise. I really love all of the teachers I've had. I LOVE when they crank the music and I can get into my zone, forgetting about the world's problems and just focusing on me for an hour. It's me time. I'm so happy, thankful and strong. I know that my body is stronger than my brain thinks. I have LOVED the Barre3 experience, from the teachers who know me by name, to the front desk staff that will fix any issue that could come up...with a smile. Each teacher has such a love for their job. They care about when I hurt myself (doing something silly outside of they gym) and they help me modify the exercises so that I can continue to grow strong even when I have a slight injury. When I hurt my knee a few months ago Whitney, the Barre3 Willimams manager, helped me put my memebership on hold with no questions, and a wish that I felt better soon. I love Barre3. My brain craves the time for me and the time I spend shaking and quaking. I will be a member for the rest of my life!

I'm very unhappy with my experience at Barre3 on Williams. It's a very unfriendly, uppity, snotty…read moreenvironment. Twice Management promised me that they would add workout sessions to my account once due to illness and the second due to a broken wrist, but neither were ever added cheating me out of workouts that I had paid for. They're very nice to your face, but they don't do what they say they're gonna do an all around. I just think it's a negative environment.

Love them ! I had been looking into Pilates classes for a while on my doctors recommendation and…read moretried a couple different studios around this part of town . This one was specially inviting , right from the friendly staff at the front desk to the calm and knowledgeable instructors , everything here suits my needs. There are variety of classes for every one and they take great care to work with your injuries . I love attending Audra`s classes , as she makes you do real serious stuff with a happy smile on her face ,until you realize you are actually pushing yourself and getting better at it.The facility is well maintained and clean . The classes are almost always comfortably full. There are private reformer classes as well for someone just beginning.

This review is only for my experience with private sessions and Not group classes. Studio Blue is a…read moreclassy and professional studio and is aesthetically pleasing. When I arrive to the studio for my private sessions, I am always greeted by the owner Joanne. She is always friendly, professional and very welcoming. I attend private sessions with Krista McCurdy. My private sessions are geared towards cervical and lumbar rehabilitation. The personal attention is exactly what I needed and my progress is very noticeable compared to the traditional clinical physical therapy I was involved in after my cervical spine surgery 10 months ago. I recommend this studio for private sessions if you are suffering from an injury, recovering from surgery or have certain physical limitations that make it difficult to participate in group classes.