This was a great class, 45 minute empower. I really liked the workout and instructor, it went by so fast! Clean studio, great spot near Old Towne. However, with my 1+ hour commute after work, even trying to get there early is difficult. My friend has the same issue and was not even a minute late, maybe 30 seconds, and they denied her entry to the class and charged extra for not taking the class. there really is no grace here. read more

Pure Barre - Pure barre John Carlyle St - Barre Classes Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I purchased the unlimited $99 first month package to start this year and got immediately hooked! I was going about 3 times a week until my first month ran out and then I purchased the 3 month baby-on-board package. They also have 3 month Bride to Be and new mommy packages. The instructors are all SUPER friendly and helpful from the very start. My favorites are Katie (she's an owner), Carly, Brandy and Jamie. My aunt was the one who suggested Pure Barre to me because she said there were a few pregnant women in her Philly class. I chose to do this over prenatal yoga since I felt like it was a better variety. All the exercises are low impact (with a few pregnancy modifications) and a great muscular workout. I disgaree with a previous reviewer who said it was all repetitive because in the 2 months I've been there they've switched the routine 3 times. The exercises focus on small movements but trust me when I saw that they really really burn! I do cardio other times during the week on my own so I like that I get a good mix of muscle and toning work at Pure Barre. Lift, tone and burn are the motto here and I feel all of that every single time I go! I'm sure some of the complaints about sold out classes are for the night time classes (I usually go in the morning) because I rarely have any problems signing up for the classes I want. Katie told me that they are also opening up a new location in Clarendon which should help some of the volume of Arlington attendants. I HIGHLY recommend that you give Pure Barre a try, you definitely won't regret it! read more

I am in absolute love with this place! I started out with a Groupon for 5 classes and fell head over heels with not only the work outs but the staff and even the other customers! The classes are intense and whew did my 10 year break from any barre or ballet really show, and still do, but it's a marathon not a sprint! The teachers have such amazing personalities and do an amazing job at giving you encouragement using your actual name during class and greet you by your name when you walk in the door! This place makes me feel at home. My shaky legged, okay it's only a count of 10 I can do this, home. Already signed up for 20 more classes and can't wait to see how my body and mind change! read more

Pure Barre is terrific exercise but if you can't get into a class---or even get on the wait list for a class there's little reason to recommend it. The popularity of the classes should have been taken into account so that patrons can actually use the dollars they've pre-spent trying to attend a class. For the week of 4-14 there was 1 class I could actually sign up for. That's pretty poor customer service; but here's hoping the class is worth the $115 I paid for 5 classes (in the next 6 months to be fair). I go everyday in Raleigh; little chance of that happening when I sporadically visit Alexandria on business but if it's a super class, maybe I will try a month in advance to see if I can get into another one. Definitely needs to be thought through better. read more

I've been attending for nearly a year now and I love it! I've never felt so strong, and the the community there is so supportive and phenomenal! I adore all the instructors and how they help you modify work outs in case you have injuries or difficult areas (eg I have arthritis in my feet and they always help me get a good workout despite that). Love love love! LTB! read more

This is a really solid, tough, workout in a clean studio. But I personally don't love it. I think it's a personality thing - this studio doesn't have any. This is NOT the fault of the instructors, the class obviously has a script to follow and Pure Barre devotees deserve to get what they signed up for, and obviously love. And they definitely have their style of class down. The classes can get packed, and the music is barely noticeable (not quiet, just unremarkable and therefore not super motivating), and modifications aren't really offered. If you need to do push-ups on your knees, just go for it, you probably won't be the only one even though it wasn't suggested. Again, good workout, I think I just prefer the small studio feel. read more

My overall experience with Pure Barre exercise is probably a 3/3.5 at best; however, the instructor, staff, and location are definitely a 4. Lately, I'm been trying to explore different forms of exercise and barre has exploded in the last couple of years. Just like yoga and pilates did years ago, barre has introduced people to a form of exercise that can help you achieve a strong, sculpted body. And just like yoga and pilates, barre has a huge loyal fan base even in the celebrity world. So of course, everyone and their mother, sister, and coworker flocked to barre and whether it's big fitness studios like Pure Barre or smaller boutiques, barre has dominated. So I thought, "If you can't beat them, join them." And I did. I bought my first class for $15. But then a week later, Gilt City offered a promotion package for unlimited two weeks of classes at half the cost. I bought that package as well. Now, I should have read the fine print more carefully because I thought the two weeks would be activated when I took my first class. However, it was actually activated the day it was applied to my account. Therefore, it was activated prior to my trip abroad and I just got back, took one class, and found out the package expires in a few days. Not great. Anyways, that sidebar aside, I took my first class last night and my instructor was Amanda D. The studio is new and very clean. When you walk in, the reception is immediately to your right, bathrooms to the left, and some cubbies to the left of reception along with a few items for sale like t-shirts and water bottles with the Pure Barre logo. The studio is directly in front, a large open space with mirrors on three sides and barres fixed to the wall. It's carpeted and the studio requires wearing special "grippy" socks. You can purchase these socks at the front desk ($12) if you don't have any of your own. I arrived about 10 minutes before class started and because I was new, I had to fill out a waiver and Amanda spoke to me and another newcomer before class began. She was friendly and helpful before and throughout class. Everyone around me were regulars so as soon as the music started, they knew what to do. I followed a step behind but the moves weren't too complicated. No less than 5 minutes in, my abs were already starting to get sore. Wow. That's never happened before. We used weights, balls, and stretch bands. Class is 55 minutes long and includes upper body (using weights), lower body (barre exercises), and floor work (using stretch bands and includes abdominal exercises). Amanda walked around and corrected people's stances throughout class. Even though the movements involved in barre are quite small, the impact they have on my abs, thighs, and everywhere else is significant. I could feel every muscle working even in the smallest rotations made. Less is more never applied more than in this studio. This barre class combined elements of pilates into the workout. The exercises and moves challenged stability and balance. I can see why people swear by barre exercises to get the ultimate dancer's body. My body ached after class but it was a good kind of ache. If it wasn't for the fact that my two weeks of unlimited classes are more or less gone and I still have zumba classes I need to go to, I would sign up for another barre class or two. Amanda was very helpful and welcoming. I appreciated her helping me out with some of the positions. If you're in the market for a workout that gives you a slender, strong dancer's body, then I recommend trying Pure Barre. I've heard from regulars that by going 3x a week, they see results pretty fast. It's a good 55-minute workout and this studio is new, clean, and full of great instructors. Sign up early because classes become full fast! read more

20+ classes later and I'm completely hooked. I can't recommend Pure Barre and this studio enough. Seriously, my friends are probably annoyed with how much I talk about it but it's one of the best things I've ever done and stuck with. The workout is truly amazing and, even though every teacher follows the same overall class structure (arms in beginning, then thighs, then seat, then abs), every class is different based on the exercises the teacher uses and the music playing. I started seeing results probably after my 12th class and can see major improvements now, in both my strength and certain areas of my body actually having muscle and being toned now. The teachers and the entire Pure Barre staff. They are so, so, so nice and motivating and helpful. I can't stress that enough. This was a major selling factor for me and one of the reasons I ended up continuing on with Pure Barre Alexandria after my first "trial" month. They'll come around during classes to adjust your movements slightly, if needed, and are so encouraging that it keeps you motivated until the last second. It's pricey, I'll be the first to admit that, but it's worth it. There are so many positives about this place that at this point it's not painful to commit to the monthly fee. I absolutely love Pure Barre and this studio so much. 10/10, definitely recommend. read more

I would give PB 5 stars, if it weren't for the price. I purchased the introductory special, for new clients only, for $99/month for unlimited classes. This is the perfect price point for me. I went 3 times a week, and definitely noticed a difference in my body and strength. My core was stronger and I had better balance. The location is great, close to where I live. The classes are good, some instructors better than others. I went on weeknights and on Saturday mornings, so I ended up taking classes with about 3 different instructors. They were all friendly (it was a little intimidating walking in for the first time), and some were more energetic than others. The music is good, and the workouts are pretty difficult. I was really sore the first few days, but started to feel more confident in my skills the more i went. Another downside - the only parking available is metered street parking (that I could find). Once the special first month pricing expired, the price shot up to $250/month for unlimited classes. That is waaaaay outside my price range, especially if i'm only going 3 times per week. The place might be affordable for others, but I can't stomach the steep price. If you guys lower your prices, I will be back in a heartbeat! read more

I'll give Pure Barre Alexandria 5 stars because of three factors: - Awesome customer service from the front desk staff (particularly Nicole) - Great attitude and instruction by the majority of the instructors (particularly Amanda D. - who made sure to answer all of my questions before and after class) - Large, clean studio in a great location with plenty of parking (outside of regular work hours) If this location is convenient for you and you've been wanting to try barre, don't hesitate to give PB Alexandria a shot. read more

I've been attending classes at Pure Barre Alexandria for over a year now. I spent most of the last 25 years NOT working out because I had never found a routine that I genuinely didn't hate doing. Finally, I took a chance on Pure Barre and am so glad I did. The workout is great and still challenges me every day-- even after 300ish classes. It is great for losing weight, toning up, and increasing balance and flexibility. But what really keeps me coming back is the strong and inspirational community that is the studio. I've become great friends with other clients and the teachers and staff are supportive and fun to be around. If you're looking for a great place to get your LTB (lift, tone, burn) on, give Pure Barre Alexandria a try! read more

I bought a Gilt City deal for 10 classes for $99, which is a great deal and very well worth it. However, I am familiar with the regular price for classes and while it is high, it's also pretty similar to other barre classes in the area (although I may have expected a studio in Alexandria to have slightly lower prices than one in DC). That's just fair market price for barre classes in this area so I'm not going to complain. I really liked PB - although I probably won't be back to this studio very much since I live and work in DC and only tried it out because of the great Gilt City deal that I had. However, it did make me much more interested in the PB on Barracks Row, near my house. I'm currently trying to decide whether to get a membership there or Barre3. Things I didn't like about PB Alexandria: -Cleaning your own mats and equipment (first time I ever had to do this in barre) -Takes several classes to "get" the tucking, by which time you've already spent a lot of $$$ -Initially they didn't really offer a lot of evening classes, but they did fix this late Octoberish - would still like to see a later Friday night class. -They don't seem to offer a lot of "deals" like other PB studios (i.e., come to 20 classes this month and get 1/2 off next month, etc.) Things I did like about PB Alexandria: -Brandy and Nicole are both really awesome teachers -Parking is plentiful in this area -In my experience, it was not too hard to get off the waitlist for classes, at least on weekends -Relatively late cancel period -You won't feel out of place if you're not a lululemon model -Offer things like Breaking down the barre, wine down wednesdays, brunch on the weekends, etc. occasionally Most of the instructors were really awesome, friendly, give corrections and will definitely answer questions before or after class. There was only one that I felt was a poor instructor, so I just avoided her classes. I liked PB Alexandria and if I lived closer, may consider a package! read more

I'm addicted! I've tried a lot of exercise classes in the area and this is by far my favorite. The staff are all great, I have not had an instructor I didn't like. Every class feels challenging and you really do see results! The studio itself is very clean and well kept. It's in a great area too! I have never had a problem with parking, it costs about $2 to park on the street and I've never had trouble finding a spot. It's an all around great place! read more

I went here on Saturday for a workout and the class was really good but the two bad things about the spot is that they only have 1 bathroom and not many spots to spit down and take off your tennis shoes. The facility is clean though and the staff was super friendly! read more

I've had a fantastic experience at Alexandria pure barre. The staff are all very friendly, helpful, and most of all supportive. Each class is motivating and I feel great after each one. I highly recommend signing up for classes two weeks in advance - this helps with "getting" into classes. My only concern is how full the classes get at times (over 18 people - the most they allow I believe is 24 but I could be wrong). I feel it can be a bit awkward with other clients when I'm in their space (hey, that could just be me). Honestly, if this is my only concern, its not a big one! I'll be signing up for another package in July! thanks Pure Barre! read more

My wife took me here for a free class and I was hesitant on whether I would enjoy it. I was pleasantly surprised with how challenging the work out was structured while also having options for others if they wanted to go at their own pace. I highly recommend it! read more

Love this Pure Barre location. Fantastic instructors and dedicated participants, makes me work harder. I go to the 5:45 am class and there is tons of free street parking. This is a great studio. read more

If I could give this studio negative reviews I would. I went with a friend who lives in Old Town. I've taken 200+ Barre classes at the one in Fairfax, Reston, and McLean. I had a class pass and we went before brunch, so I figured it would be the same experience across the board. Well. The instructor we had, i think her name was Meg? Or Megan? Anyhoo, she was awful. Disengaged and snobby. Others noticed it too. You need to adjust your attitude girlfriend-just a tip from people trying out PB Alexandria for the first time. The entire vibe of that studio is awful. The layout, the attitude of the girl at the front desk-seriously, if you're going to charge $250 a month, hire some people who have you know, people skills. read more

I live in NYC, but my parents live around the corner from here. Was in for the weekend and I have classpass so I booked a morning class with Emma! I haven't taken barre in a while and jeeze was it hard! But Emma was super nice and took the time in the beginning to talk me through everything! read more

March 24, 2014: Taking class with pregnant Melissa DeMore and seeing her take the option for a full split stretch couldn't have been more inspirational. Her cueing and hints about "how to feel the muscle she was talking about" were also excellent! Great class! read more

Great people, nice workout, and good location. Today was my first class and I think that I will be doing barre for a long time! I definitely recommend it. Maybe it looks easy, but is not. You need concentration, coordination to maintain those short and slow movements, and internal strength to don't stop. I prefer to do this than going to the gym and do everything by myself, group classes are the best because it motivates you to keep going and reaching your goals. Thank you Stephanie and Nicole for the attentions! read more

Great total body workout. It's like a combination of yoga, Pilates, and cardio in an all-in-one workout. I would appreciate more assistance and support during the session. Perhaps a hands off approach is the studio's philosophy. In my opinion, however, a supportive instructor can motivate students while ensuring that they have a safe and effective workout. The staff is very friendly. read more

Good workout, though it can take some time to learn to do the small movements. The classes I have taken with Pure Barre have been better than others at giving adjustments to technique and alignment. read more

I've been attending this Barre studio since it opened last March (2014) with over 300 classes behind me. I started out in an effort to get in shape before my summer wedding at a size 14, now a year and a half later I'm maintaining a size 4 and feel great. I go to classes every day and enjoy the classes by all the great instructors and the fun classmates that have become my friends through all the lifting, tucking, shaking and burning. Hurts so good! read more

A friend of mine introduced me to pure barre about a month ago when the Fairfax location was having livingsocial special. I figured it didn't hurt giving it a try. One thing that was very inconvenient was the location, so I was very excited to see that the Alexandria location was opening. A 15 minute drive is way better than a 40 minute drive. Let's just say I was very excited about this location opening. For my first class here at Alexandria I was very pleased with the location as it hand plenty of parking at 7 a.m. overall a great experience. My second class was a bit different, I couldn't even make it on time because of traffic this was a 6:40 p.m. class. I was super disappointed as I arrived 10 mins. late. The front desk gal was very accommodating and offered I stay and see if there would be an opening at 7:45. I was grateful for her suggestion as I was able to get in and get my burn on. Amanda's class was just the right type of challenge and she did a wonderful job helping thoughtout the course. Her music selection was outstanding, it allowed me to lose myself during the workout. After class I asked for some clarification and she walked me through it step by step, very helpful. I've had 3 different instructors thus far and each one is unique in a sense that they've got different exercises but the results are the same! I recommend this for anyone that's looking for a challenge with hopes of toned bodies. It takes time figuring out the technique, but just like everything practice makes perfect! read more

Love this studio! I'm new to Pure Barre - maybe 10 classes in? I typically work out with a personal trainer twice a week but wanted something different. These classes will kick your butt and I'm already seeing results after just two weeks. The instructors are extremely friendly and make you feel so welcome. The classes all follow the same structure but I have yet to have a class that is the same as another. I haven't had a class yet that has been super crowded - the room gets full but it's not to the point where it's uncomfortable. I feel like they do a great job of keeping the classes intimate. The studio itself is super clean and they have a ton of cute merchandise in the front room. There is one bathroom to change so I would recommend showing up at least 15 minutes before class if you still need to change because there tends to be a small line. They are having a special for new clients in September so I would recommend checking it out! read more

3 classes in and I already feel my body responding! Pure Barre classes are intense, challenging, and work your body over (in whole) in every class. I found that the studio is a 'no judgement' zone, and that's referring to both the instructors and the participants. The atmosphere there simply motivates fitness. I think people tend to think the classes are more ballet-inspired, and that previous dance experience is helpful. It really doesn't matter. These classes are for all ages, body types, and genders. I'm sore. My muscles are tight. It hurts so good, and nothing can keep me away. 100 club here I come! Keep up the great work, PB! read more

Obsessed with this studio!!! I live in Nashville now but I am back here all the time and will take classes when I return! Everyone in the studio is SO NICE and helpful from students to instructors!!! Shouting out to Shea because she is awesome!!! Try Pure Barre Alexandria for a class and you will be hooked!!!! I am!!! Thanks PB Alex!!!! read more

Great work and great location. Not in the middle of the hustle and bustle. This specific studio also has nice starter deals. The only reason why I gave it 4 stars was because of the price after. But other than that I am a fan! read more

Great, clean Barre studio. The class (I've only been to one ) is fast and intense. You can really get focused and it moves fast so you don't get bored. The instructors are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. I really appreciate how open and accommodating the staff was with my first time at Pure Barre. Although, I have attended Barre classes elsewhere, the Pure Barre method is slightly different. The studio is carpeted and well air conditioned. I only took one star off because there's no shower or dressing room area, you just use the bathroom to change. Other than that, the class, intensity and instructors are great! Plus, they have little incentives such as Barre Bingo and are well stocked with apparel. read more

Awesome barre work out and everyone that works there is great and very accomodating if you need to change the time of your class last minute. Great work out! I have lost 7 lbs by going consistently 4x a week for 3 months so I highly recommend it! read more

I love this studio, the workouts, and the teachers. It's a great addition to the neighborhood and they offer a lot of different class times.

I've been going to Pure Barre Alexandria for about a month and love it. The classes are challenging from day 1 and continue to be. I am a novice to barre, yoga, pilates, dance, and it was easy to catch on, and even when you struggle through the early classes to figure out what to do, you still feel the burn. I used to be a competitive athlete w/ personal trainers, intense custom workouts and used to do P90x, and this is definitely one of the best workouts I've had in 1hr. All the instructors are super nice and available to answer questions and help w/ form after class. The whole Pure Barre team is so great and does a great job to make you feel welcome. After the introductory unlimited package, I purchased the Bride-to-Be 3 month unlimited package and received a handwritten note congratulating me. It's personal touches like this that you wouldn't get from a gym. As far as a results, I've seen a great improvement in just 1 month - especially in my arms. I started out pretty unfit, and I feel stronger and energetic. Even when I'm super sore, I look forward to going to class. There is definitely a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction that I wasn't getting from other workouts. I'd recommend Pure Barre Alexandria to everyone! read more

Love this Pure Barre!! I just moved to the area and was missing my old pure barre studio until I went to Pure Barre Alexandria! It has exceeded my expectations. Love the instructors and people. Highly recommend!! read more

This studio gives you a solid Pure Barre experience and most of the teachers here are friendly and attentive. I have had a couple of "favorites" here, and some teachers I just didn't gel with, but that is the case with most studios. Design-wise, the entry area can get pretty hectic and crowded in between classes because the foyer is pretty small, like most PBs located in city areas. They have a pretty decent selection of class times, including a fair number of Platform courses at different times during the day. There is nothing studio owners can do about this but one significant negative for me is the cost of parking/non-availability of free street parking during most times of the day/week in the vicinity. read more

I first started taking classes because I bought a Gilt City deal, and quickly realized I wanted to keep going. The instructors are great, the studio is clean and the staff is very helpful. Additionally, they do a great job of making you feel welcome. I was amazed when they went out of their way to learn my name after only a few visits. Additionally, the parking around their studio is usually very simple, key for any place around here! Overall, I've been very pleased and continued purchasing class packages after my Gilt City package ran out. read more

A great workout at a clean and friendly studio. Whenever I have questions or concerns the staff is willing and able to help!

I highly recommend Pure Barre Alexandria. It is a great workout and even after attending class for over a year I still feel like each class is just as challenging as when I first began. While class follows the same format the exercises themselves always vary by teacher which is great. In addition to the class itself, the atmosphere in the studio is very welcoming. I was a bit intimidated by smaller fitness studios before this but everyone at PB Alexandria is so kind and eager to help if you ever have any questions that that quickly went out the window. read more

I've taken many years of barre classes and pure barre is not my favorite. The classes are extremely repetitive (like no change at all from day to day) and the teachers don't really give you much feedback so you never know if you are doing it correctly or not. I do like that they offer groupons, and this studio is easily accessible. They classes are VERY hard to get into, you almost always have to add yourself to the waiting list and then just wait to see if you get in. read more

I just couldn't get into this class. It was too loud, barely had any instruction, and was one of the least welcoming fitness studio experiences I've had in a while. Ironically, after my in-studio experience, they sent me three emailed survey requests, left me a voicemail AND sent me a postcard. The location is great... but that's about it. read more