I've been to all the barre studios and honestly think that Bar Method is the best workout and the best overall experience. The studio is clean, modern and has all the amenities you could need. And the classes are tough! I always feel like I'm getting a great workout. The exercises are very nuanced but beginners can catch on quickly because the instructors are hands-on and attentive. 100% recommend! read more

I'm not a person with natural athletic ability. I can trip on a blade of grass on the sidewalk. I've tried the gym. I even tried a different type of barre studio. Lucky for me, I walked past Bar Method Brooklyn. I researched online to get an idea of the differences between the barre studios and liked what I read about the Bar Method. I decided to give it a try. Very smart of me. For the first month or so, I came to class about 3 times a week. Halfway through the 1st month I noticed improvements in my ability to do each exercise. I also noticed that my arms, thighs and butt had gotten firmer. As time went on, I upped my attendance to 4 times a week. My posture has improved. My balance has improved. I look better. What really keeps me coming back is I FEEL better. I feel better physically and mentally. What makes the Bar Method Brooklyn special is the quality of their teaching staff. Every single instructor is superbly trained. To prevent injuries, they will come around and adjust your form which for us non-athletically talented types is critical. They also have more advanced classes for the athletically talented. The instructors are the best, not only do they know your name, they notice when you do something you couldn't do before. They are so genuinely psyched for you. The first time I was able to do regular push-ups, I got a shout-out from the instructor who managed to remember and notice in a packed class that this was a first for me (Hi Sloan). The first time I was able to do a balance exercise without holding on to the barre, I got another shout-out from the instructor who managed to remember and notice in a packed class that my hands were on my waist instead of gripping the barre like my life depended on it (Hi Lauren). The instructors really seem to love what they do and that positivity can be catching (Hi Gina). Every single instructor I've had a class with has been excellent...Alyssa, Rebecca, Steffi, Natalie. They've also managed to keep me from injuring myself. :-) The hour classes go by really quickly. I would recommend Bar Method Brooklyn to any person who would like to feel as well as look better. read more

This place is super awesome! I enjoy the clean, net and zen-like atmosphere as well as the friendly staff. If you're looking into taking on a fitness challenge, this is it. The small, repetitive workout moves really help in toning your body. I highly recommend to everyone to try a class! read more

Love this place. The facility is great. The staff is great. The instructors are great. No judgements, no egos. It can be intimidating being in a room of 28 butt kicking women but everyone has been super nice. UPHOLD! UPHOLD! UPHOLD! read more

I love The Bar Method - Cobble Hill. I have never been much into working out and as soon as I stepped into The Bar Method I realized it was a different type of workout. All of the teachers are wonderful and care about your form. They really get to know you and push you to challenge yourself. The creative monthly challenges are an extra boost of motivation that help me get out of bed in the morning. Highly recommend!! read more

This has been the only Bar Method location I've been to (probably because the classes fill up SO quickly for the others), and so far the best barre studio in my book. Not only is the space beautiful, but the classes are challenging and include a fair amount of stretching, which I find very helpful because I am not flexible and tend to cramp up easily during classes like these. The instructors are also great at adjusting posture and form, which is common in barre classes but for some reason, feels way more effective at Bar Method. I only wish they capped the classes to a max of 12 to allow for more space, but this place is so popular I can't really blame them. I hope they open up more locations (Garment District/Williamsburg/Chelsea wouldn't hurt!). read more

I've been a Bar Method addict since 2012 and I've been taking classes with the Bar Method Brooklyn ladies when they were offering the free community classes before the studio opened. I loved bar method before but this particular studio is warm, friendly and creates such a nice community that I've come to love it even more. The Bar Method has had such an impact on my health as far as managing stress, building strength, stamina and is hands down the most important piece of my weekly self care routine. I also experienced regular back and hip pain before starting and now that pain is a rarity. Many of my friends have become members too which is an added bonus! Regular exercise had never been a part of my life before finding Bar Method and I am so grateful a friend convinced me to give it a try 4 years ago. Moreover, Katie runs a fantastic studio and has helped to develop staff and teachers that make all the difference. This studio is a constant in my life and I look forward to it everyday (as my schedule permits ;) In a huge giant city it's nice to have a place to land where everybody knows your name. read more

This studio is beautiful and definitely a nice addition to what those of us in the neighborhood will remember as a once-gritty block that you avoided at night. Upon entering for your first class, you are given a tour of the studio (much appreciated - I've helplessly wandered around many a studio in my time on Classpass. Looking at you, Flywheel), which is stunning and spotlessly clean, with a locker room that was pretty tight for everyone coming in for the Saturday class that I took but had showers and was fully stocked. I appreciate the fact that although their classes are not cheap, they back up that price with amenities, which many studios do not. They also have child care, which is absolutely brilliant considering the neighborhood. My class was fine. The front desk person told me that when I was ready, I should go in and sit on the floor facing the mirrors. Everyone did this, completely silently, and the effect was a little...off-putting. The instructor then came in and very abruptly, the class started. It's possible that I missed it somewhere, but the instructor didn't introduce herself, so I don't remember who she was. She briskly directed us through the class, and while she was definitely effective and did a good job of helping those of us who were new along, she was pretty cold. It is super impressive that she remembered everyone's names (how?!), but to be honest, it's more important to me that an instructor is friendly and open so you feel like you can ask them questions. They also set the tone in the room, which was similarly chilly. The class was also very crowded, and I feel like I didn't get to experience the attention to each and every attendee that other reviewers mention. During some of the floor exercises on mats, you had to always check that you weren't about to smack your neighbor in the face. I am sure that this has to do with it being a Saturday, but it did feel packed. The class that I took was a mixed level, and while there were moments where I had to work, it's not the most effective class I have taken. I didn't break a sweat, and I felt like it was not as comprehensive a workout as other barre studios (I will say that it was lightyears better than my experience at the Cobble Hill Pure Barre). The floor here is carpet, which you either love or hate. Like most barre classes, there was very little in the class that had anything remotely to do with ballet. They have the standard barre workout rubber balls, do some interesting things with folding up mats and using cushions, but nothing particularly groundbreaking. If you were to depend on this place solely for your workouts, I would be very concerned about the near-total lack of cardio. Not the best barre class, but certainly not bad at all. They definitely have an advantage of being the only high-end boutique gym on Smith Street - you have to leave the immediate area for anything comparable. All in all, this was a positive experience. read more

Best studio ever!!! All the staff is super friendly and professional! Child care is available and is amazing my kids love it!!! A truly outstanding experience all around!!! Go get your shake on!! read more

Cannot recommend bar method highly enough! Having a lot of problems with my back and posture I have been wanting to get into regular exercise for a while, I have done yoga and pilates on and off for the past 10 years but never really gotten "hooked" on anything. Before bar method! I have been going 3-4 times a week for three months and I see such a difference! Not only in my posture, back pain, and flexibility, but shoulders, stomach and butt is getting more toned than ever. So committed now, all of a sudden I turned into a sporty person! It's a clean and beautiful space, fresh flowers every week (!), good instructors and you always feel really welcome. It feels like a real community. There are a lot of people that you see every day for the same classes which I really appreciate. Sometimes I wish there were a little bit more time for individual attention from the instructors in and after class. It took me several classes to figure out how to do the movements correctly (still working on that, but now I know how it is supposed to be!). However, the instructors have always been really helpful when I have asked and helped me with modifications or adjustments (so its just to reach out!). And you can really make the class as hard or easy as you want. I appreciate that the program is based around the same series every time - you can tune out and dont have to pay attention to whichever crazy thing comes next (which often happened when i went to yoga classes). And it makes it so much easier to see progress as well, which is super motivating! If you are considering bar method you should really do the full month, it took at least 3 classes before I started getting into it. BAR METHOD 4 LIFE! Thanks to the crew at Brooklyn for finally helping me find an exercise that I just want to come back and back for! read more

I'm a huge fan of this studio. The staff is warm and welcoming plus it's a great workout!

I've only been here twice and I have to say I really like it. It's such a good workout and the instructors are so great about paying attention to your form so you don't hurt yourself and get the best workout. The place is also very nice and clean! read more

I was pretty nervous to try a barre/bar (?) class for the first time and was really intimidated by the clientele I envisioned to populate the classes. Everyone who works at this location is so incredibly kind, patient, and encouraging from the instructors to front desk. So far i've loved classes with Steffi, Sloan, and Lauren and am excited to meet more instructors! I like that the classes are predictable but there is still room for diversity. Thanks so much for making me feel welcome, even with a GILT coupon! (Sometimes companies are snobs about that.) read more

I've never met a Bar Method instructor I didn't love! I feel so alive after each class. You come out feeling every muscle stretched and worked. I've been doing it for 2 years and still crave it each week- it doesn't get old. Thank you Bar Method for making me so strong (and so much straighter and flexible too!) read more

I love this studio! The workouts are very challenging, but also accessible for many levels. They offer lots of feedback and adjustments, and the instructors really make a point to learn clients' names. The studio itself is very clean and well-maintained, and the locker rooms are quite small, but they have 2 showers. They usually run really good promotions for class packs, and also host challenges which are a great way to stay accountable. Overall a fantastic bar studio! read more

I've been going to this bar method studio semi-regularly since April when I got shin splints and had to take a break from running. Now I have muscles in my arms for maybe the first time in my life. I love it! I feel stronger than ever. The studio is beautiful and welcoming. Taking a class here is my favorite way to end the day :) read more

This is a great workout for toning and strength plus it's full of the best people! Thanks Bar Method for expanding my community and improving my health! read more

Bar Method takes strength, flexibility and core training to a whole new level. I saw definite changes in my body shape (towards a long, lean dancer body) and fitness level, slimming down and dropping a size in about 4 weeks going avg 3x a week. I've done a lot of different kinds of workouts and physical training in my 53-years (a decade of aikido, swimming, skiing, hiking, tennis, P90X, daily burn), and I am injury prone, and the workout is the safest and most effective full body training that I have ever experienced. Bar Method studio, in particular, focuses on technique (compared to other barre studios I tried in Manhattan that turn the workout into a jacked-up aerobics class). The instructors at Bar Method Brooklyn are at the top of their game, giving excellent cues to help you wring the last ounce of effort out of your muscles. The studio is cheerful, bright and clean. (This is the only time in my life I have felt moved to leave a review.) Full disclosure: I also do other workouts, in particular I try to run on a treadmill 20-30 min before bar class to spike my metabolism so I burn more calories in class, and I workout 5-6 days a week, and eat well, so all the weight loss is not just from bar method, but the changing body shape is 100% bar method. read more

Terrible customer service. I purchased the two week unlimited special which is a great deal however I woke up sick with a fever one morning and needed to cancel my class last minute. I was told by the receptionist they would not waive a small cancellation fee of $10 and to still come in but to take it easy in her class. Out of respect for other clients I cancelled my class to avoid getting anyone sick. It's unfortunate this studio is money hungry and would lack empathy just to make a dollar. read more

This community is so amazing that I left ClassPass to exclusively workout here... and then continued on to be an instructor. I can't say enough about the workouts, the amazing clients, and the supportive atmosphere! The classes are safe, rigorous, and fun. I have been a dancer my whole life and also have tried other barre studios, and Bar Method blows them out of the water. Give it a try! read more

Love this studio!! I've been doing various bar/barre classes for several years now and The Bar Method is top notch. The classes are designed to challenge you and ensure your method is on point (pointe?!) to avoid injury. The instructors are friendly and push you in each class. The cobble hill studio is beautiful and tons of fun! Plus people who come here are neighborly, which is a big plus. Love The Bar Method and I'm so glad it's in my neighborhood!!!! read more

While training for a half marathon this summer, I developed peroneal tendonitis in my left foot. I knew it was best to take a break from running, but I continued with my bar classes (adding a couple more days a week to keep my fitness level up). The focus on stretching and building strength with minimal impact to my joints really helped the tendonitis, and after two weeks I was able to ease back into my training schedule without feeling like I had backtracked. I am super happy about how much bar method compliments my love of running. read more

Wonderful local boutique gym bringing luxurious and super effective workouts to carroll gardens. Feels more like a small business than a huge national brand especially in their care and treatment of clients. Wonderful instructors and immaculate facilities. read more

I started coming to Bar in early June, and I love it even though I'm not generally a happy exerciser! The classes are challenging, and I am pretty out of shape (very sedentary job). I am really happy to have found this place, and I think that the key is the staff. They are so enthusiastic and helpful - there is none of that vibe where the older or less fit are shamed in any way. Although the workouts are quite vigorous, the instructors are so supportive with adjustments, never in a critical way. One has the sense that the instructors really love their jobs, and are eager to help anyone, regardless of fitness level or ability. read more

I LOVE Bar Method. I've taken nearly every other kind of barre class available in the city. Bar Method feels like a luxe experience from the moment you walk in--it's pristine but welcoming. The instructors and front desk staff learn your name after one visit! They also are great with modifications--way more so than other barre studios. The mini mats and riser mats make it easy to focus on the muscles that should be worked without the distraction of hip/neck discomfort. I use up all three ClassPass classes each month, and sometimes I buy more! read more

The instructors are fantastic! Whenever I am in BKLYN I make it a priority to get to this studio. The facility is fab and has all the amenities a traveling bar babe needs! Run don't walk- you won't be disappointed! Lisa V read more

Bar Method Cobble Hill has made all the difference since attempting to bounce back postpartum - from the super attentive instructors, to the childcare, to the actual workout - the experience has been amazingly positive and professional and ultimately begun to transform my body. This place inspires commitment! read more

They are super friendly, to your face. I was a customer for about 2 years on a monthly pass. Once in 2 years, I had a credit card issue, and despite a long standing on-time recurrent payment history, they were unnecessarily rude about it, as if I was trying to rob them for one class. Found this distasteful, and the negative interaction made it uncomfortable for me to come to class afterward. If I am going make time to work out, I would at least like it to be a pleasant experience. The other annoying part is that they nickel and dime you for everything, like child care classes, which expire. The catch, you do not know they expire until after you purchase the package, and it's in the small print in the receipt. And, by the way, when you want to use the classes, you are often put on wait list....so go figure. If it makes the owner happy to pocket the money for 7 of the 10 child care classes that I didn't use, fine. I would have much rather been told up front they expire, and not bought as many. I do not see the point in child care classes that expire, but I will for sure not buy more. The instructors are dedicated and great. Overall, it's a good work out if it's convenient for you to get there. If you go for years, it gets a little repetative. It can also be unpleasant at times if you have an ongoing relationship with them and need to discuss business. read more

I have been going to the Brooklyn Bar Method for over a year and I love it!!! It's a complete different type of exercise I have ever done.I love the teachers they are so friendly and the atmosphere is so good! I love challenging my self and I am happy I have made a great decision going to the Brooklyn Bar Method. read more

The bar method Brooklyn is amazing. Not only is it aesthetically beautiful and clean but the staff is extraordinarily helpful and friendly. This studio truly embodies a neighborhood feel. It's clear that every instructor truly loves what they do. You can feel the passion and energy exude from them each and every class. They are very hands on and help each student achieve the best possible form while also encouraging everyone to really feel the burn. Not only is this work out extremely effective and challenging but the classes are also fun. The bar method Brooklyn makes sure that all of their students have an amazing experience every single time. read more

I love Bar Method Brooklyn!!! Having never been one to participate in any form of exercise on a regular basis, this has been an amazingly brilliant new experience for me! The fact that this form of exercise is a method that very quickly tones your muscles and makes you feel more elegant in your posture, your attitude and your sense of self is amazing. I love all members of the staff and the studio is beautiful and maintained in such a manner that you want to go home and reorganize and do a deep spring clean. Michelle James read more

I've been going here for a long while now. It started off with buying a client special but found myself hooked on it. All the teachers are so well-trained and each add their own flavor to their class, which makes going more fun. I always come out of class feeling a lot better both mentally and physically. Furthermore, The Bar Method community is so encouraging and personable. They also throw seasonal challenges with fun prizes as more incentive to take class. I highly recommend one to try out a session. read more

I took a class with Sloan Chouest and she was inappropriate. She touched me for way too long and leaned her body on mine for adjustments. I have taken numerous classes at The Bar Method and Pure Barre and nobody has ever touched me in this inappropriate way before. The fourth time she tried to adjust me - I told her not to touch me and walked out of class. Warning for those of you out there - do not take her class. I also complained to the employees, manager and owner but I don't know that they heard me or will do much. I have also complained to Class Pass. I will be taking my business to Pure Barre from now on as nobody as ever made me feel uncomfortable there. I should feel comfortable in a class, not threatened. read more

I'm incredibly satisfied with the membership I've had to Bar Method Brooklyn. From the minute you walk into the studio, you feel part of the Bar Method family. Staff and instructors are so friendly and dedicated to helping you get the most out of your workout experience. The studio has a clean and modern design, and provides a very comfortable and suitable work out environment. The instructors are very focused on helping you perfect your form which in turn gives you a more successful and safe workout. The results you get are worth every penny. This studio has such a great team and I'm so grateful to them for how much they care about each and every one of their clients. I've NEVER been part of a gym that was so welcoming. Loved going each time! read more

So...I've been coming here for over a year now and it is totally worth it. I see the difference a year of consistency has made. My entire body is getting toned. My arms look and feel amazing...my legs and glutes are becoming tighter and my stomach is flattening. My posture has even improved! The workout is amazing and the variety of different classes--from mixed level, to bar more to level 2--you're never complacent with the classes. The entire staff is welcoming and you definitely feel at home. The owner, manager and studio assistants are always a pleasant surprise to see. The instructors are stellar and very astute. They track your progress and always push you beyond your comfort. That is what I need as I have a tendency of being lazy when I come after work...even when I have to fight myself to make it to class, I always feel better afterward. I am so glad I stumbled upon this studio; it has changed my life for the better. For anyone interested--give it a go! The workout is tough, but definitely worth it! read more

This place is the best. Seriously. I never write Yelp reviews; that should tell you something about how strongly I feel about this place. The staff is wonderful, the studio is lovely, and the workout is just...the best. I've been in reasonably good shape for most of my adult life, but since I started going to Bar Method classes regularly (usually 4-5 times a week) a year and a half ago, my body has transformed. What's more, I love it. I love going. I find it consistently challenging, and exciting. Every class and every teacher is different. Yes, the overall sequence is the same, but I really like that too: I like knowing what's coming and what to expect in general, and then being surprised by the details. I have never loved a workout the way I love The Bar Method. It's very centering for me to go there: something about the regularity and the small movements makes it very meditative (even though it's really, really hard). And the Brooklyn studio is fantastic: the teachers are laid-back but also challenge you (and once they get to know you and what you can do, they do so even more). The staff is friendly and it feels genuine. There's just a good vibe, which I credit the really nice owner, Katie, with creating. I have a few things to say to the negative reviewers on here. First of all, to those who didn't feel like "they got a good workout" -- that's because the Bar Method gets harder (and harder...and HARDER) when your form gets BETTER. At first, it might feel kind of easy if you're in pretty good shape, but that's because you're not doing it right. It takes time, and the patient attentions of the Bar Method staff, to get it right. And then you keep working on it, and working on it. It's much more like learning a craft than your typical workout. This is why I love it so much: it's like learning dance, or even (kind of) an instrument. Second of all, if you experience discomfort or pain during the class, you should ask the teacher for an adjustment. The last thing I'll say about this studio, which sets it apart from other Bar Method studios I've gone to: they talk about getting you strong, not skinny. This matters a lot to me. I love exercising, and I love feeling in touch with my body, but I'm a feminist and I hate all forms of body-shaming. I don't like it when fitness instructors talk about how a certain move is going to make you "look." It's just not about that for me. At the Brooklyn Bar Method, I feel like they get it. There are lots of different body types in the class, and the instructors have different body types, too (I mean, okay, they're all in amazing shape, but they aren't fembots). One of my favorite things about the workout is what it's done for my posture -- and how that's changed how I feel going about my day. read more

I love Bar Method Brooklyn, and I HATE working out! The instructors are wonderful-- funny, supportive, and really freaking challenging all at the same time. Let me out it this way: I actually don't dread 6am classes with every fiber of my being. This place rocks. read more

I love the Bar Method Brooklyn! All of the instructors are great. They help with verbal and hands-on adjustments throughout the class. The facilities are all very clean, and the staff members are all friendly. The Bar Method is always a great workout and I have definitely become stronger! After attending bar classes at other studios, The Bar Method is by far my preference. read more

Everyone is always incredibly friendly and welcoming. Instructors are challenging, while being supportive and providing motivation. I am not at all an expert, but I have never felt intimidated or left out in class. read more

I have never written a review here, but feel compelled after taking classes at this studio . I am a certified Classical Pilates Teacher with a dance background. This studio is unparalleled in the level of barre instruction (and I've take a lot of barre classes, a lot of pilates classes and countless dance classes). I always get a great workout and leave feeling stronger and happier every time. I usually can only take one or two times a week because of my schedule, so I normally take with Sloan or more recently, Natalie. Both are beyond good at what they do. Thank you, Bar Method Cobble Hill. read more