I've been taking bar method for about two years now and I love it! I've seen the difference in my body. I specially love this studio in Pasadena. The owner, Liz, is an amazing instructor. All the instructors are amazing! I strongly recommend it!!! read more

My girlfriend has been taking classes and let me say her body is rock'n. Ann is her favorite teacher. She tried to get me to go but confessed that men don't really go here. We tried some of the moves at home and they were akward but I have to tell you they made my legs ache. read more

I do hardcore cardio. I do heavy lifting. I may have some chunk still on me, but trust me, I can kick most people's asses. But the Bar Method not only kicked mine, it lifted it up. Isometric training is a great way to shock your body and change up your resistance training. I don't mind bulking up with muscle like a lot of other women do but I do mind hitting plateaus. I want to be fit and healthy -- looking good is a pleasant side effect. It's a great system that targets the whole body by using interval training and really fantastic results. If you have done traditional athletic activities, I urge you to at least try out the place. The instructors are very focused on making sure every student is doing a move correctly. It doesn't matter if you're in a class of 6 or in a full class -- they keep an eye on you. It is very lower body focuses, your thighs will be crying, but don't think the upper body suffers. Some people I do know supplement it but I have not done any additional weight work since starting and I have to say -- maybe my bi's are not stronger/bigger but they look more sculpted than ever before. There are some instructors better than others (gotta love Kelsey), but they all are very good at what they do and create a great learning environment. Also -- FREE PARKING. Free parking on the street at the meters before 11a and the studio is right in between the two free lots of Old Pas. Always helps me make decisions. Only reason I knocked off a star - the price. The $100 special is to die for but I ain't ever going to pay $175 or $225/mo for it. But if you can afford the price, you probably won't regret it. read more

Great studio and instructors! I had no experience with barre classes so I started with their Bar Fundamentals. After 8 classes or so, I started taking their regular Bar Method classes. I really like them. The classes are challenging and instructors give you individualized attention. The hour always flies by and I feel so good about myself at the end of the class. Highly recommended! read more

Love this place! Super fun and girly workout spot that appeals to all levels of fitness. Had some customer service issues with extending my expiration date on my Yelp deal (due to an unforeseen illness) and the manager took care of it for me seamlessly, welcoming me back when my health returned. I recently invited my sister to join me for a class and she loved it too. The location is great, right off Colorado Blvd., near free 1.5 hour parking structures so it ends up being super convenient to park. I hope to purchase additional packages in the future! read more

This review is long overdo. I am OBSESSED with Bar Method! It's by far my most favorite workout ever! I'm a runner and have tried spin and other barre studios, but nothing compares to this. I had my first class back a few days ago in over a year at this studio and I am right back in love with it. My arms and booty are still sore! Every class is so challenging in the best way possible. The staff is great and the instructors are all amazing and really know their stuff! So far I've taken classes with Anna and Heather and they're both great! I love how engaging they are and very helpful at correcting your form and making sure you really feel the burn, and trust me, you will definitely feel that burn! read more

LOVE Bar Method. It's the real deal. Pop Physique is a poser.

Amazing roster of teachers at this studio. I always look forward to class because of the fabulous personalities of the teachers... and I NEVER look forward to working out. Thank you for learning all of our names and taking the time to correct our alignment, modify, and answer questions after class. I always walk out of the studio feeling like a new person - a little more lifted, a little more confidence. :) read more

loves it. i think they're a lil more regimented than pop, which is highly beneficial to me (i need that STRICT DISCIPLINE!). and their moves are harder- i sometimes find me comparing a BM workout to one with my crazy personal trainer. i also like their fully stocked bath/locker room, and lil coffee machine (gratis!). they have mini towels for your use and lockers too. but is it worth the price point? hmm.. after that first unlimited month for 100, methinks no... but i guess as long as you keep your eyes peeled for nifty specials- you're good :D I mean c'mon! i still gave em 5 stars so that's gotta mean something! read more

This place kicks my (flat) ass. I have a love and hate relationship with this place. I hate that I can't afford to go to this place on the daily and that when I can go (yay for deals!), I'm reminded of how much more I need to work on my fitness. But after every class, I always leave feeling better knowing I've really worked different parts of my body. I love the feeling of being sore the day after a good workout and Bar Method always seems to get the job done right. Oh how I hope there will be more deals for Bar Method...because my booty could sure use (a lot more of) a lift! read more

I simply love the Bar Method and the Pasadena location especially. I have tried several different styles of barre class and the Bar Method is the only one that actually changed my body and made me stronger. I have been with the Pasadena location for two years now. Every instructor is fantastic. They each have a slightly different style and so classes are never repetitive or boring. They treat like you are part of the family. They remember everyone's names and get to know you. And...yes...they will know if you could be working harder and will push you to where they know you can go, but no further. Thanks to the instructors in Pasadena, I have never felt, or looked better. Thank you! read more

Awesome awesome awesome class !! I was just taking Bar Moves with Anna !! Nothing but good things about the place BAR METHOD PASADENA and staffing... read more

If you want a fantastic workout to tone your body, stay fit, and learn from amazing fitness instructors...all in a friendly and lovely setting then the Bar Method Studio in Pasadena, CA is the place! I have been a loyal member for more than 6 years and I highly recommend it! PMF read more

Oh wow this is one workout that will kick you butt! I love working out ( ok more of a love/hate) and i thought that his class would be an easy addition to my regular workouts. I was in for a surprise this is intense. I was sore for quite a few days after taking just one class here. The facilities are clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. read more

i have to say, i've done it all: boxing, running, weight lifting, bikram, pilates, trx (and once i pick a form of fitness, i commit 100%- like 5x a week bootcamp training commitment) - and though i have not lost weight, probably because i love food too much, i have never been happier with the results than with bar method (stronger, leaner, and much more flexible all over). even 2 months later (5x a week), the exercises continue to be a challenge. it also helps that the instructors are extremely nice, strict about form and encouraging. it compares favorably to my experience with dailey method, which is similar, but lacked the personal attention/feed back bar method instructors provide. i think the only drawback is the price. it is pretty expensive. but hey, every time i think about how much i paid for it, the more motivated i am to get my ass to class! ps thank you jessica and anna for helping me for most of the last two months! read more

I love Pasadena Bar Method, but all my favorite teachers left! compared to other barre classes, I love the Pasadena's Bar method because the instructors here walk around the class to correct your form. And trust me you really feel the difference once they correct your form. It gets alot harder when they correct your form or posture. They now have classes on Sunday nights, which is also a plus. read more

The best workout ever!!! Been going since they opened August 2009 and I've seen major changes and still enjoy going to class every week. It never gets boring, all the teachers are absolutely amazing and I'm telling you all, its worth every penny!!!! Summer is coming, you need to be there! read more

I came here for an intro class with Anna. She was really sweet and she made an effort to know everyone's name in the class, which I thought was a nice touch. It also helped because she could help correct us throughout the class by calling our names (I guess that could be bad if you don't want to be called out, but I didn't mind it and she didn't go overboard). As a newbie, I felt like she was really watching out for me and making sure I could follow along. I had also been to Pure Barre, and they were totally different. PB plays loud music and the pace of the class is much faster, with little instruction. I felt completely lost there. But I did feel that PB was a slightly better workout. It really had me sweating and sooooooooo sore the next day, which I didn't really get here. But maybe I just didn't push myself hard enough. I also found PB to be a little pushy on the sales side. Overall, they're both good studios, and it just depends on what you're looking for. I'd be back once I can afford a membership! read more

Gotta say, Mason is the best instructor. I love the results, after 3 months my body looked so different. I can't wait to go back for more.

The class is wonderful. I have a good work out. It was my first time and everybody is friendly.:)I will totally come back for more class. :) read more

This is my favorite work out! I have experienced great results in little time and feel the method is ideal for strengthening with out the risk of injury!! All the instructors are great- I do love me some Mason Glenn though! read more

The class was a torture but a good kind. You get your workout in and will definitely feel sore in your butt afterwards. I'll use up all my yelp deal classes. I can't afford to buy the classes at regular price! But if you can afford it, I'd recommend it. It's good for building long lean muscles and increase your flexibility. read more

Simply put, I am addicted to The Bar Method! I started taking classes about a year and a half ago and my body has gotten so much more toned! I have always been active, but before Bar my workout mostly consisted of intense and long cardio sessions. Now I am using my muscles and I love the subtle differences I see in my shape. I love all the instructors here, they really know their craft, which is motivating students to do their best and work through the pain. I love Kat, Kristina, Mason, Amber, Christopher, Anna and Caroline. They are all so good and unique in their own ways! read more

I love The Bar Method. I'm a barre addict. I have been going to this location for about two years. The instructors are helpful, and have a deep understanding about what they are doing and teaching. Their first priority is correct form so that you will not get hurt while in any position. I have tried other barre places. They all rush through the moves without any regard for your safety. I like taking Anna, Amber and Mason's classes. Kudos all around! read more

This review is long overdue. I have been a member of this studio for 8+ years because the effectiveness of the exercise is unbelievable and the staff is top notch. No other exercise has given me the results I want in such a short amount of time and is low-impact so it's very safe for me since I have had a couple of knee surgeries from an ACL/menisci tear. I have seen other members who have taken regular classes transform, which is so motivating because I am on the same journey. You can do the research about the effectiveness of Bar Method but honestly, it's the staff at this location that makes me coming back because they are so good at what they do and truly care about their clients. They are professional, friendly, encouraging, warm, understanding, and funny! Such a lovely group of people who are invested in seeing you progress and are there to help you achieve your goals. Though you're in a class setting, it feels like you're working with a personal trainer because they are always watching and correcting your form to make sure you are safe and getting all the benefits of the exercise. I love this studio and have not found anything better. If you're curious, give them a try! read more

Barmethod has changed my body. With diet and barmethod i lost 15 lbs and my body looks leaner. It is a intense workout but so worth it. All the instructors are so nice and attentive and they fix your form and challenge you. Barmethod ROCKS read more

Love this place!!! The Instructors are awesome and the receptionist are very pleasant!!! Love feeling the burn!!!

Oh Bar Method. I guess I've been going on and off for like a year now, and I'm finally reviewing. I went here for the first time on some sort of two class deal thing that I talked a bunch of friends into, and then felt like an ass, because the class was so. freaking. hard. It took us several weeks to psych ourselves up to go back for class #2 because we were all terrified of the pain. I vowed never to go back. And then they sent me an e-mail about a free community class and I went and it was actually fun and felt less terrible (possibly because several months had passed and I'd started actually working out and was marginally in shape). I bought a yelp deal a few months back, ended up deciding to do their 1 month new client special, and while I was doing that their Summer Sale happened, so I guess I've been going consistently for about four months now. My package expires this week, and alas I am not wealthy enough to keep going. Le sad. Anyway, enough about my life story, more about the workout. It is still hard, even after going for months. I like how they vary the exercises a little bit every class, so even after having gone for this long it always seems like there's something new. All of the instructors are great and super friendly. All this said, I haven't seen the wild dramatic changes I was hoping for in my body (though this might be my fault for eating like a pig). My abs are definitely the best they've ever been in my life, but I'm still waiting to grow a butt. Sigh. Anyway, highly recommend, just wish it were cheaper!!! read more

Wow.. This class is phenomenal! 4 days later and I'm still sore. No, I'm not a masochist, however if you want to take your fitness to a whole new level, then this class is for you. Very clean environment. Knowledgeable instructors who are there to push and correct your form. You can try a complimentary class for free if you want to try it out before committing to the price$$$. The only setback is the price. It is quite expensive. I purchased a Yelp deal for $45 for 5 classes! Now that's a bargain. Hopefully we will see another one of these deals again. read more

The classes are a good full-body workout for me. I can definitely feel important muscle groups getting stronger. And I appreciate that the instructors make a heroic effort to learn everyone's names. Rather than repeat what everyone else has gushed I will tell you why I am taking off one star: -A lot of exercises involve many repetitions, and as I'm not an expert sometimes it is just too much and I need a two-second break. Some instructors really heckle people who come out of the poses briefly. I am not sure about their "your body changes when your muscle shakes" theory, but I do think sometimes you can hurt yourself by overdoing something, and I don't appreciate the heckling at those points. -No showers in the locker room. I used to go to one of the Bar Method's competitors when I lived in the bay area. They charged the same price but provided gorgeous showers. When I go to the Bar Method in the morning before work I have to go to Equinox to shower and it takes forever. And the rest of the locker room is not that impressive compared to Equinox either. Since a monthly membership here is almost twice a (Pasadena-only) Equinox membership, I think they can do a little better. Also, it would be nice if they offered private lessons. When investing so much time and $$$ in so many classes it would be nice if I could occasionally meet up for more personal attention to tweak things. read more

Sore still 4 days after my first workout! Not only was this workout effective, it totally brought muscles to life that had been dead for a really long time. The instructor was awesome, the atmosphere was upbeat and most important- I got a great work out! My work schedule is hectic, but I am going to do my best to take at least one class each week. read more

Amazing workouts. men need to try this. great for building your core and legs if you're a lifter. have only been instructed by Christopher and and Mason but they're awesome! highly recommended. referred by Kitty Mach read more

I've been going to barre method for a couple years. It's the best overall low impact workout that tone your entire body especially your legs and gluts and works muscles that u didn't know exist. My 1st visit was the biggest challenge that left my whole sore for days. The instructors adjust me to the correct form during class to maximize your workout and it makes a big difference because I feel it right away. The instructors are friendly to answer questions to help me tone my areas I wanted to tone and strengthen. It's a class I would recommend to everyone. read more

Im almost at my 50th class! Have been coming here almost everyday for the past 2 months. The instructors are amaaaaayzing. Love Anna, Liz, Christopher, and Kristina. Everyone is super friendly and supportive of each other. Such a good way to begin or end a day :) read more

Bar Method is the best workout! The Pasadena instructors are knowledgeable, encouraging, and FUN! Safe AND Challenging!!

If you are looking for a total body workout, be sure to "hit the barre" at Bar Method. The classes are low-cardio, but utilize a range of exercises, small hand weights, and the ballet barre to tone and strengthen the entire body. As an avid runner, I find that the barre classes are a great option on my strength-training, no-running days. All of the instructors are motivating and pay close attention to each student's form and technique during the exercises, which I appreciate, so that the exercises are safe and effective. For new clients, the instructor also helps with setting up for some of the exercises. Additionally, the classes are suitable for a wide audience, including prenatal clients. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable of the exercises--"hey, what muscle did I just work out?"--and they provide several modifications and challenging options throughout class. Bar Move is the only class where the studio recommends taking at least 30 of their Mixed level classes prior to enrolling. Some helpful tips: 1. If you have never been to the studio before, but know someone who has, ask them to refer you and your first class will be free! 2. For ladies, be sure to wear crops / tights, not shorts. I think shorts are okay for guys. 3. Bring a pair of closed-toe socks for the class. If you forget, no worries. The front desk will have some clean pairs to borrow. 4. The studio has lockers to secure your items during class. 5. For parking, I usually park my car at the garage at 45 S De Lacey Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105. The first 90 minutes of parking are free--enough time to get in and out of class--and then $2 for every hour thereafter. read more

I love it. As a Lazy Woman this is a truly "LAZY" workout. I used to do Pilates for an hour and cardio for 1/2 hour plus weights at least a couple hours a week. Now in one hour I get the most complete workout that sculpts my muscles better than any regiment I've ever followed. Find the teachers that work for you. They all really are great. My personal faves are Mason and Anna only because of the way they adjust my body when they come to tweak it (gentle yet firm, not jerky) and the way they articulate the instructions. Somehow they sink into my brain in a way that enable me to have better form. But, you will have your own favorites -- take from everyone. You'll never ever have a bad class here because they are all pros and all have their special gifts. read more

I LOVE the Bar Method! I hadn't been in a while so I was sore immediately after class. That means it's working. I must admit, I fell off for a second but once I get back into it DOES work. read more

What an amazing place. Besides the great workout which I feel 2 days later the studio is so nice and clean. It's the nicest place I've ever worked out. The beginner workout was really hard for me but the instructor was great and patient and corrected me whenever I need the help. I highly recommended it! Can't wait to go back and stay with it and get stronger. Amazing toning workout. read more

VERY good classes. VERY challenging. VERY expensive! They get a little repetitive after a while so I couldn't use this as my only fitness class, but as a once a week thing I really enjoy it. read more