I've been coming to Pure Barre for three years and it's the best part of my routine! The…read moreinstructors are awesome--they know their stuff, cheer you on by name, and give great modifications (they even kept me moving through pregnancy!). The vibe is super welcoming, not cliquey at all, and you'll see all ages, sizes, and body types in class. It's the first workout I've ever stuck with for more than six months, and the classes + music keep me motivated. Pro tip: early mornings usually have plenty of room, and try each format a few times--you'll get more out of it once you learn the movements. Pure Barre is such a great workout for strength, stability, and overall fitness. For me, I don't count this as my cardio. My heart rate gets up, but not consistently in the cardio range so this is a supplement to my cardio.

Love the class and teachers. All nice and feel the results with my core and strength. Have been 2…read moreyears membership and I am stick with it.

This was not my first session with Kim doing "bodywork" but it was the first time with my foot…read moreissue. Kim has also worked on my oldest son and my youngest son. The Studio is always nice, clean and quiet. Kim is amazing and extremely talented. Her knowledge and professionalism is unsurpassed. If you have a problem that you can't seem to get passed or fixed I recommend Kim to assist with Bodywork Therapy. It is truly amazing how the brain and body works!

I'm new to yoga, and really, really not a flexible person. V-sit and reach was a -1 at best in…read morehigh school :) For this reason, I'm embarrassed to try at big gyms, but can't afford a private lesson. The group classes at the Pilates Room are small enough to give me the personal attention I need. The instructors have SUCH great attitudes!! I've had unfortunate lessons elsewhere where I felt I was being talked down to (it's tough for a novice), while here I feel like family. The massages are great too! I'm used to asking for more pressure just about everywhere I go, but when I asked this of my favorite masseuse here, Daniella, I had to tell her to back off! Seriously the first time I've said this during a massage! Can't recommend this place enough. The owner, Janine, has seriously put together the most talented, attentive staff I've come across. Keeping things small has given her the ability to exercise complete quality control. Go check it out, I promise you won't be disappointed, and you'll feel great after whatever session you attend.

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.

Was recommended this studio by a friend who lives locally and dropped into MVMNT for a quick early…read moremorning class while in town. We stayed in Downtown Alexandria and the gym was around 15 mins away (walking). Such a great cute little women's studio. We did the Bosu class and it kicked our butts. The instructor made sure we had the right form and led a fast paced high intensity class. Would definitely recommend! Please note - there's only one bathroom for the studio which includes a shower.

This was such a loaded experience. As someone who frequents many small studios like this in various…read moreparts of the DMV, especially the V, I definitely have my likes and dislikes. Likes: Anna-Maria, the instructor, was very sweet. She was warm and welcoming, very encouraging throughout the workout, and had an interesting playlist. It was also a pretty good workout with the core/upper body sections being better than others. Format: Surge Strength. It was very much a "lift to the music" while bringing in cardio elements workout. I like having music blaring but being on beat (or striving to be) annoys me because you're pressured to break form and not move meaningfully. I probably looked crazy, but I was seconds behind the other people in class because I wanted to actually lift, not swing my arms around. Also, some of the moves (mostly lower body), when moving that quickly, just don't target the areas I want to strengthen meaningfully. For some moves, I'd opt for slower, more controlled, classic moves so I could get it right. We were using "light to heavy" dumbbells - I think the highest is 15 pounds. Also, the "stop, grab your mat, unfold, and do floor work for a couple minutes" thing was kind of disorienting at times. Facilities/equipment: this is my second biggest gripe. While it looked mostly visibly clean, the floors were dirty AF, covered in stringy hairs. Ew. During the floor sections, I could see hair and other debris on the floor and it would even get on me if any part of me even slightly came off the mat, or hairs would be hanging from my weights when I picked them up.yuckkk. Also, the mats were funky. Very clear that they rely on folks doing the one-wipe swipe after sweaty workouts for cleaning and that's gross. They don't have a water cooler or even a cool Flow Water station or anything - they have two water fountains that are relatively low pressure. And they're connected, so only one works at a time. And they looked a little dusty. Vibe: It's a no for me, dawg. Outside of Anna-Maria, there was like NO diversity in the room (maybe one Asian woman in the front) which feels VERY WEIRD when the playlist is VERY Black with a little Brown sprinkled in. On top of that, the women in there were stuck up and some were, frankly, obnoxious. I got multiple stares (Yes, I'm Black! OMG lol) and when I was attempting to fill my water at the ratchet fountain, before I knew they were connected, this one white studio member, in such a condescending way, was like, "hi, yeah, they're actually connected, so..." Girl, bye. Oh, that brings me to another point: It was my first time at that location. I checked in and received no orientation/guidance from the girl at the front desk. I ended up entering the studio room and, thankfully, Anna-Maria was able to help me get set up. I think the girl at the front desk heard me receiving instructions and ran in just as the workout was about to start and apologized for not introducing me to things. But it was very much an afterthought and if I was someone who was super anxious or thrown off by stuff like that, I would've left. Oh, and it's def the type of place where the same people show up for the same classes (or multiple) regularly. To be honest, I disliked the vibe so much initially, I considered leaving like five minutes into the workout. But a player has goals, so I stayed. It seemed pretty clear who this space is intended for. And I've pretty much NEVER felt that way before, even when working out in tiny studios in places like Del Ray and Loudoun. I was less uncomfy towards the end, but initial impression plus hair: ew. You'll get a cute workout in but this vibe? Not for me.

I came in for a soft opening class today during lunch and it was amazing! Hope definitely knows how…read moreto get and keep the energy of the class. I feel like I got more accomplished in 45 minutes than I do sometimes when I work out on my own. Furthermore, it was actually fun and time flew by. It was definitely a full body workout. From arms and shoulders, to core and glutes, you're going to get it in. As Hope said, "what you put into it is definitely what you get out of it. " If you're doing these moves right, it's definitely not easy. You will absolutely be sore the next day. This is my second class with Hope and the first at the studio. I would absolutely recommend! Can't wait to come back. I also love that you can book classes directly through the app. Give it a try! The studio is super clean, there are lockers for your stuff and you don't need to bring a mat.

From the owner: Barre3 is an efficient and effective workout that combines strength, cardio, and mindfulness,…read moredesigned to teach people to be balanced in body and empowered from within. When you work out with us, you'll move through low-impact isometric moves, large-range cardio bursts, and mind-centering breath work. Barre3 instructors will challenge you to find your edge while creating space for you to define what success looks like for you in every workout.

I joined Equinox at this location about a year ago, and have really enjoyed my time as a member…read morehere. Every morning, I'm greeted by the staff who always has the most up-beat and welcoming energy. Each month there is some kind of wellness event held for the members which I've really enjoyed being able to attend.

This location is old AF and the aesthetic pales in comparison to NY locations, so set your…read moreexpectations upfront. The staff, however, is very nice. Very mixed demographics and clientele here lol. Saw a little bit of everyone but a surprising number of middle-aged and older folks. Came here for the Aescape massage. Not really worth it unless it's discounted. Anyway, I don't like this nearly as much as other locations or even other gyms in the area like Club Studio.

F4M Falls Church Vienna Fairfax is a welcoming place for moms at all levels of fitness! I've been a…read moreclient for over a year, since my son was a few months old, and it is the only way for me to successfully work out as a SAHM with a toddler. Pre-pregnancy I did barre almost every day, and I feel like I am much stronger after doing F4M workouts (including stroller strides, barre, yoga, and cardio-focused classes). F4M also has kid-free classes, which I take on the weekends! There are virtual and in-person (mostly outdoor) options right now and a clean, cute studio in Falls Church for a few select indoor classes. The franchise does a variety of playgroups and storytime highlighting families of all backgrounds.

Just wanted to give a shout out to Our Village-Fit4Mom Falls Church Vienna Fairfax! If you have had…read morea baby and are wondering how you are going to fit in your workouts this is a lifesaver! FIT4MOM Falls Church Vienna Fairfax provides mommy and me fitness classes where you work out with your baby! There are Fit4Mom franchises nationwide and lots of options in our local area. I started going when I was on maternity leave. The first time I left the house by myself w Beau was to go to my first class! I felt so accomplished afterwards and I have been hooked ever since! Its awesome. I can hang out with my baby, get a good workout in and we have a big play date after. I have met some of my best mom friends from going to these classes. They offer classes on weekends and early evenings Monday and Wednesday, so working moms can take the classes too! If you know someone who is struggling with working out w a new baby, or needs to make mom friends, or needs a a new playgroup to join, this is a great solution!

RESTON'S BEST KEPT SECRET IN FITNESS!!!!…read more Pure Barre Reston is an EFFECTIVE and SUSTAINABLE workout in a positive and supportive environment. This is not a fad workout and you do get results if you stick with it. After 6 years of being a client here, I am still challenged in my classes and have built awesome friendships! The client-base is all ages and spans multiple generations and is appropriate for all fitness levels from beginners (never worked out before) to exercise-enthisasts. Don't be intimidated - give it a try - you won't regret it. Beyond the fitness benefits, they plan awesome events to bring their clients together (HELLO national margarita day, themed playlists, milestone celebrations, competitions, socials, etc) and make it F-U-N! 10/10 this is a MUST TRY! You're gonna get hooked!

Love it! Thank you be sure to stop by for a sweat at northern Virginia's finest. Owner, Samantha,…read moreand her husband are amazing business owners and love what they do.

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.

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.