I tried the free class at a few different barre studios around DC and Pure Barre was my favorite,…read moreso much so that I bought a monthly membership on the spot. I was a fitness instructor for many years and I am picky about safety and form. The instructor who taught the intro class, Gabrielle, was excellent at explaining proper form and giving alignment and safety cues. I have since taken classes from several instructors and the quality of the instructors is very good overall. I love how they make hands-on adjustments during class--that is something a lot of instructors/studios seem afraid to do, but it makes a huge difference in helping achieve proper form and alignment to get the most out of the exercise (and do it safely). Some of the other barre classes I took at other studios didn't challenge me, but I have been sore from some of these classes and I definitely feel like it is a great workout. I have to take breaks during the abs a lot which is good, it means I'm being pushed! Shoutout especially to Anna R. and Gabrielle whose classes are super tough and they both give great hands-on adjustments! All of the instructors are very friendly and try to remember your name, which is also very nice! I do wonder about the carpeted floor and how well it can be cleaned--the studio overall is very clean and you have to wear socks for the classes (no bare feet), but I get a little germaphobic thinking about carpet in a fitness studio, especially since they don't use mats for a lot of the stuff on the floor.

What started as a free class ended with a commitment to stay on the journey to wellness…read more I have been attending the pure barre classics sessions for almost two weeks and my instructor, Gabrielle, does a good job at coaching you through the exercises. The staff is friendly, the facility practices cleanliness and I pretty much get into my class and leave to start my work day. I can write a more detailed review after a few weeks as I know most people might want to know if it's worth it-too early to tell. Price: it is a bit costly but I think the decision to choose your health will come with a price worth paying...invest in you! I'll be back with an update!

/10 So like I love barre3 generally and can go forever about…read morehow great of a workout it is but I can easily say this is the best studio I have ever been to (my qualifications are 6 years of barre3, taken at least 300 classes, been to 8 studios, worked at one, taken different versions of barre, and go like 4 to 5 times a week) I put so many friends on and they all love so don't be shy girls it's first class free!!! Every single instructor teaches such incredible classes and has great instructors like I barely look at whose name I'm signing up for. The strength and cardio slay. The class times are perfect. Everyone is friendly and positive and uplifting. They have dry shampoo in the bathrooms. The studio is beautiful like the brick and plants everywhere are so good. It's so clean and they give you a disinfecting wipe (not Clorox like a good wipe) for your props at the end so the props aren't grimy. It smells good because of the lemon candle they use. In general just such a positive space and the vibe is not to hate on your body it's to modify and like be balanced and functional The essential oils is what I will especially highlight because basically at the end of class they waft around these essential oils during breathwork and I am in loveeee with it!!!!! I will say I wish they had more retail that's my one thing

By far the best barre and fitness class I've ever been to making me feel energized refreshed…read morestretched and sweaty after every session.

Tried this boutique studio on classpass! Took both the barre burner and b.fit barre classes and…read morethey were great! Both are more intermediate level but barre burner is tailored towards intermediate/advanced students. Definitely had the shakes and found the classes challenging. Instructors are motivating and helpful in correcting form. Classes are worth a try! You have to call the studio through the callbox to get in. Studio is on the 3rd floor. You check in on one side of the studio and take the barre class on the other side. Studio is clean and small.

Absolutely loved going to a few classes with ClassPass! On my first time here I walked right by it,…read morebut it's the building that is right next to Slipstream. You have to use the call box and walk up three floors of stairs (a warm up!) then check in to the right and class is on the left. The studio itself looks so pretty and I love how they have small class sizes. Grippy socks are also required. I've been to barre burner and b.fit barre. Both I feel like were more intermediate level but it's a very welcoming environment and the instructors were so helpful in correcting form and providing tips and modifications. I found the classes to be upbeat and challenging and the teachers are motivating. All in all It BURNS but you work your whole body and it feels so good!

Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a great Pilates workout! All of the instructors are…read moreknowledgeable and friendly. Classes are small (max 4 on the reformers), so there's plenty of personalized attention to ensure exercises are done safely and effectively. Great sense of community and camaraderie among attendees -- truly a hidden Georgetown gem!

I love this place. The rebounding class is a great overall workout. Kelly is wonderful and she…read moremakes the class so much fun. This class is part of my weekly regime.

Let me introduce you to my eXtend-ed Family (and maybe yours too!)…read more I've been coming here for almost two years, and while I originally came when my former beloved Barre3 studio closed in Clarendon, it now truly is a home to me. I dream about my teachers and friends at night, and I wake up in the morning looking forward to my mid-day workout (I most often take the noon classes). If I haven't been to the studio in a day or two (like when I am out of town) I don't quite feel 'right.' Let me tell you about the teachers: Dana is sunshine personified! Her positive energy is contagious, and her wit and word plays make me laugh out loud. She has a way of making everyone feel welcome and has only positive words to carry us through the classes. Her good-natured cheer and self-deprecating charm belies her intelligence and warmth. Elaine is a mistress of form. Her watchful eye ensures we all move safely and effectively, while offering modifications that cater to everyone. Her passion for teaching shines through, and she genuinely cares about helping each student improve. She is encouraging and helpful and always gives you a reliable workout with a good kind of exertion. Kelly, the owner, pours her heart and soul into this studio. Her classes, along with Stephanie's, are no joke - they'll push you to your limits, but you'll leave feeling empowered and accomplished. Kelly is a tough cookie and I think that the studio's success is a testament to her keen eye for detail (the Bath and Body Works hand soaps will always match the season, for example), her sense of style and her welcomed obsession with cleanliness. Kelly also has a ROBUST holiday decor repertoire for EVERY occasion. Alissa is GORGEOUS and you easily feel her warm embrace as soon as you walk into one of her classes. In Alissa's Barre Camp and Bounce classes, your coordination will be tested, but she always helps you feel totally OK about just doing what you can do and will talk you through every move and choreographed series. Emily is ADORABLE. She has a playful, jovial demeanor and her Bounce classes are my favorite since the trampoline is intimidating to me and she really breaks each move down and builds up slowly so you don't feel lame when you are bouncing like a goofball. Kate is literally a RIOT. You almost don't need any ab exercises since you'll be laughing the whole time, even as you are working your glutes or your triceps. She has an irreverence and wit that has led to me changing my family's weekend schedule so I can attend her Sunday classes. Marti and Tonya are both sweetness personified. Marti has a calm, wise, soulful spirit that is soothing, even as you are sweating. Her poise and grace are the perfect antidote to the early morning screech of the alarm. Because of my schedule, I don't get to take as many of Marti's classes, but when I do, I feel treated. Tonya's Southern accent sounds like mother's milk. She does a great job of coordinating the beat drop of a song to the moves and her workouts can be deceptively intense. Tonya's modesty alleviates any anxiety you might have when you have an 'off' day. "Bless her heart!" There are a handful of teachers that I have not had because I only take morning or noon-time classes. There are also teachers who have gone on to other destinies who I miss dearly (looking at you Colleen!) but every Xtend teacher I've had has been welcoming and taught me something. That's saying a lot since I've been in some form of Barre, yoga or The Daily Method for 20ish years!! Xtend is a place where you grow stronger, laugh often, and feel genuinely good about yourself. The sense of community is truly special - you can tell everyone there genuinely cares about each other. Come join us!

One of the nicer boutique studios in the area! If your primary method of working out is yoga/barre…read morethen this is the studio for you.

I've been going to barre classes here for almost three years now! I've loved my experience with…read moreeveryone at Barre3 Union Station. It's an awesome community, full of fun people to chat with before and after class. There are many available types of classes, which makes it easy to find something you love. I'm personally a huge fan of the Mindful Flow classes in the morning to give me a great start to the day. I highly recommend Barre3 Union Station!!

I keep coming back to this studio for its friendly and creative instructors, on top of the Barre3…read morestyle of barre workout. Classes never feel the same, thigh and glute exercises are always unexpectedly challenging, and the cool down toward the end doesn't feel rushed compared to some barre classes. You'd be shocked that a ball, resistance tube and set of weights can you leave you sweaty, sore and feeling great.

Came here for DivaDance class with my fellow Yelpie friend! It was fun to be dancing again! It was…read moremy birthday week and the song happened to be the 50 cent song about birthdays. Lol so epic! The instructor was a good hip hop dancer-- street style. The studio is shaped oddly so it's not best for moving fully and freely for so many people. The bathroom smelled great and was mostly clean but the toilet was visibly dirty so makes it feel gross. Go, enjoy!!

There's something for every yogi at Epic Yoga. They have a lot going for them, from the amazing…read moreteachers to the the pretty exposed brick in the studio. I've felt comfortable in their all levels classes, have tried yogalates, and attended their special events. They also often have $5 community classes taught by newer teachers and they are affordable on ClassPass. I volunteered here a few years ago with their seva program and it was a lovely way to get free classes through a minimum volunteer requirement of one shift a week! What's not to love about epic yoga?

This was my first experience with a barre exercise class. I tried the CardioBarre class this past…read moreSaturday, 09-08-18, with Maya at The Dance Institute of Washington. She's a great instructor. She's upbeat, pushes you to keep going and dig deep. She also does all the movements with you. It's definitely a class that will challenge your body. However, Maya provided modifications for various movements to accommodate every fitness level. My muscles that have been dormant were activated. I will for sure be going back again.

What an awesome experience! I went to the UMD location and our instructor was Maya. She made sure…read moreto get right down on the floor or up on the bar with us to show us how to perfect our form and talked us through how to challenge ourselves during each exercise (or modify if you have injuries or just need less challenging for a minute lol). There was a lot of sweating and shaking, but the workout was all worth it and you have fun the whole time while doing it. Overall, I had a great time and definitely enjoyed the fun music/environment, as well as the high level of energy and enthusiasm from the instructor.

Love Barre3 Bethesda! I've been coming to the studio for several years, but only became a member a…read morefew years ago after coming with Classpass for a while. The instructors and front desk staff are all lovely. The classes are great and I feel like the owner, Juliana, is very intentional about creating a welcoming atmosphere that is accessible for everyone.

I booked a class here through classpass and it was an amazing experience. I parked in a parking lot…read morethat was a 3 minute walk away, and had the mobile app payment option. The front desk let me know that i could leave my belongings in the seating and hook area in the front, as the doors would be locked during classes. i appreciated this- it made me feel safe! The studio was very clean, and the bathroom was too. It was also stocked with hair ties and other feminine products, which was very thoughtful and cute! The actual class itself was also great; I was feeling the burn which exactly what you're supposed to do! The instructor was really nice and i felt rejuvenated and productive after the class. The implements are in good condition, and they clean them between each class. They also give you a hot towel with aromatherapy oils at the end. In addition, since it was my first class, after we finished the girl at the front desk gave me a card with the other class dates and a little sachet of dry lavender! This place was so cute and well kept. I would definitely come here again, they had great vibes.

Always a fantastic workout - absolutely a great option when you are in Bethesda! Highly recommendread more

I've been obsessed with the megaformer workout these past few months and I've found it…read moretransformative for my core and tendencies towards injuries. I normally go to slt in NYC (which is phenomenal) but have been very curious about sculpt. I went this am and while one class is hardly the means for a rating, I found the studio meh as far as megaformer workouts. Don't get me wrong. This workout is difficult and not geared towards beginnings. The straps, balancing and movements cause one to need a few times to get the gist of it. Add on to the general difficulty! So why 3 stars for sculpt. Playlist and drill sergeant like instruction made the class not fun. She counted 20-19-18.... more repeatedly. Grrrr. I found myself repeated looking at the clock which is something I rarely do. In addition, music was circa 1980s and definitely a feed issue to the stereo because there was a scratchy sound for parts of the class. Moves and corrections were generally very good, however. As I've mentioned with other specialty classes it's the instructor that makes all the difference. I'm super spoiled I live in NYC and fortunately a couple of my favorite folks are not only at the tops in their field, some have even developed cult status (so says allure magazine). Best practices equal always a fresh playlist (I've never heard the same list twice for my favorites), good choreography, energy and corrections. So for $35 a class, I'd hope that I get just that. Otherwise I could go to the free classes at my gym. I think solid core which I rate 4.5 stars is better on instruction and energy, music also could be improved. 3 stars bc any megaformer class is a minimum of ok, but the extra factor is instruction and music.