I'm prior service and these workouts are no joke! I think of it as being similar to morning PT. Muscle failure WILL occur! It's mostly women and the workouts are ballet based. If you can push your pride and ego to the left, you will get your butt kicked! The results you see will speak for itself. I would HIGHLY recommend this, for men! read more

I have completed about 9 classes with class pass and have loved all of them but this one has been my least favorite. There was 20+ people in the class and it was crowded and felt very superficial. Not once did I hear a welcome. It was my first time and as I walked into the workout room I saw people had weights in front of them, as a first timer | thought maybe there were more people than planned so I sat on the floor with nothing in front of me. As more people arrived, they walked in with weights. I soon realized I had to grab my own. There was no one greeting or instructing us with this. The workouts were fine and the instructor was average. There are much better locations for barre including Core Barre Studio in Newington which l attended for the first time just the day before this class. I wouldn't recommend this studio. read more

I'm so happy West Hartford finally has Pure Barre! This was a much-needed addition to the blue back square area. I love everything about pure barre, from the actual workout itself, to the instructors, clothing line and the studio. The instructors really take the time to get to know each of their clients and unlike other group classes, I feel like they know when I'm there (as well as when I miss a class! Whoops !) they have a very easy to use app for your phone so you can book a class, cancel or check in seamlessly. There is ample parking either behind the building or on the street or parking garage where you'll have to pay. read more

Pure Barre - Barre Classes Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

I am completely in love with Pure Barre West Hartford. I am a runner and a solitary gym goer. I have never been able to focus through an entire exercise class, but Pure Barre is so, so different. I never, ever look at the time during a class. I have been to 3 classes so far (in one week!) and each class flies by. Kaitlin is an awesome instructor and she makes class so much fun. The environment is so calming, the music is great, and every class has been slightly different moves-wise. It is amazing how much you sweat. The next day, you feel like you had a great workout, but you are in no way so sore that you can hardly move. The downside to everything is the parking in Blueback Square. It is always stressful to get to class because of the distance I sometimes have to walk once I finally find a parking spot and pay for it. I know this isn't Pure Barre's fault, but it definitely impacts my mentality as a arrive at class. All of that is quickly forgotten as soon as class begins. Classes fill up quickly which can also be a downside, so it pays to plan ahead. I have put myself on a waitlist once and have been able to attend the class, so the waitlist isn't a definite "no". The price of the introductory month is totally worth it. I am only a week in and I can already feel a change and my motivation is so high. Everyone is super nice even though they can ~seem~ intimidating. It's been such a positive workout environment. I think my favorite part is when the instructors say "remember why you are here". It really brings your mind back if it started to wander. read more

Getting a membership was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I love this class! I have lost 7 lbs in the 3 months I've been going here and I only take 4 classes a month (I'm already small so losing weight is usually very hard). I feel great and like a warrior during these classes. They are structured very well and all the instructors are a little different which is cool. They are all very encouraging and helpful. This workout is my favorite thing about my week, you will fall in love with it! Sign up, you'd never regret it read more

I am new to the barre scene and group fitness classes. I've personally been way too intimidated to try group classes for the longest time. So what made me try barre? TBH I started slacking on my regular gym routine; it was getting boring. So I bought the new client special on whim. I couldn't not go after dedicating $99 to barre. Not going to lie I was nervous for my first class and a little intimidated when I got to the studio. I was awful at the warm-up and completely off sync with my classmates and I struggled to do some of the exercises. But I felt great after my first class. I know it sounds like I had a bad time but I didn't. I tried my best, my instructor came over and helped, and no one cared that I wasn't the best student in class. I also saw that almost everyone in class was at a different level. No one judges your or even has time to focus on what someone else is doing. We are all there to make the most of OUR 50 minutes. There are also other instructors who sit in on each class so they are great 'visual references' on correct posture and movements as well. I've been to about 9-10 classes so far my first month and just committed to another three months. After a month, I still have no rhythm when we do our little warm up and its okay. I would describe barre as a combination of yoga/pilates with a focus on isolating your muscle groups to really get your muscles 'pulsing' and heart rate up. Who knew I could sweat so much in 50 minutes? I would highly recommend barre for anyone. Its not hard on your knees or joints. Its not like cross fit where you are putting stress on your body. They offer a free class if you're a new client so I would strongly recommend trying it out. Small shout out to Kaitlin. Kaitlin is an awesome instructor - she's so encouraging and I enjoy her classes. She really takes the time to get to know her clients. (Brownie points for Kaitlin for remembering by name and pronouncing it right). The staff at the front is also great. I still haven't taken a class with all the instructors yet.I'm looking forward to taking classes with all the other instructors over the next three months. read more

I should start by saying I am brand new to the barre scene, but after a long winter, I decided to give it a try and do some toning. I travel quite a bit for work and spend half my time in CT, and half in MA. The first class I tried for barre was a local establishment in my hometown of CT. The instructor ignored me when I walked in, never told me what equipment I needed, went through the class like it like she was in a race (she teaches 3 back to back apparently), never corrected my form, and focused only on exercises involving legs and thighs. I felt as though maybe I should look elsewhere for a class. Welcome to Pure Barre. I decided to take a chance with Pure Barre on Saturday at 7:15am. I walked in and was immediately greeted by two lovely girls and an adorable puppy. I asked if they could possibly accommodate a walk-in, and was greeted with enthusiasm and a smile. Lindsey, who was the nicest instructor you can ask for, took the equipment I needed and put it on the mat for me. After, she can out and quickly went through some of the commands she was going to be giving right before class so I would feel comfortable. Fast forward to class. Lindsey was the outmost professional as she walked us through the 55 minute session. Not only did she take the time to move me into the correct position, but only used her mic to give commands and positive feedback. When she corrected me, she moved her mouth away from the mic or would come over and simply show me the positions I needed to be in. My abs, backside and arms were all throbbing by the time class was over, at which point Lindsey took the time to ask me how I liked it, remembered by name AND showed me how to do the exercise I struggled with most. Not only am I a convert to Pure Barre, but given the experience I had elsewhere, I wouldn't ever look someplace else. My ONLY complaint would be with the chain, since it would be nice to have a monthly pass and be able to use a facility in MA a couple times a week when traveling. read more

Never having been an "exerciser" I am truly amazed at the Pure Barre team and methodology..it has changed my life in so many positive ways..thank you Stephanie and crew!!! read more