I've been working out here for 13 years! It's the best workout (sneaky hard) with a lot of variety so I don't get bored, lovely staff members, the music and lights in the studio are a fun vibe and the other clients make a great community! read more

This new location is amazing! Great space with amenities, great retail, great teachers, and a great work out. Huge fan of pure barre in general and I think this location is particularly top notch. read more

Look at how the owner responded to Marcia below. She sounds rude, sarcastic, and unprofessional. I was going to join but reading her responses changed my mind. read more

still grates me that the manager wouldn't refund my monthly charge that they put through WITHOUT my permission to begin with!! DO NOT go to the Pure Barre in Charlottesville - the manager is only interested in squeezing you for every penny - terrible customer service. wouldn't even give one star rating but that's all there was! read more

I'm a Pilates instructor and had been letting my personal fitness fall by the wayside, so I tired Pure Barre because I knew they would kick my butt. I was afraid that everyone would be really snooty and elitist but it's not like that at all. I love love love all the instructors! They are energetic and positive throughout class and aren't afraid to make fun of themselves and lighten the mood and make it a fun atmosphere. I always feel like I'm challenged to the max and no one ever makes you feel bad if you need a short break or modification. The hardest part is showing up, but I'm always so glad I went. I've been going several days a week for about a month and I always feel like a total badass when I leave!!! Do yourself a favor, join! read more

The manager was so rude. After having this site listed on a booking platform and then saying it was listed on accident, she repeatedly said how this isn't her problem and didn't even offer to help remediate the situation. She was SO rude I am honestly embarrassed on how she handled the situation, it definitely was out of her control but she was rude and unprofessional - there are studios out there with much better customer support... read more

I have mixed feelings about this Pure Barre location. The workout will definitely kick your butt, but I am docking stars for the following: 1. Some of the instructors are great with correcting form while some do not even come your way during the class if you're new and struggling (i.e. Pure Empower). Lexi and Cecily were very patient with me and helped me fix my form quite a few times and I appreciate that. Michaela was also great too and we had a great chat after my third class about my concerns. Thank you, Michaela! 2. The sticky stocks at the store cost $18 yet if you go to the Pure Barre website, they cost $15. Not sure why they cost $3 more. Their socks are high quality and I can't help but by a pair each time I come in. They also have sales in the store from time to time and I got a top and a nice tote bag at a great cost. Update: I asked the owner about the sock prices and she said the price varies based on location since the company franchises its locations. 3. They have a three-hour cancellation window. I wanted to go to "Breaking Down the Barre" because I was so lost in my classes and didn't know how to use some of the equipment properly (i.e. those big wrist weights in Pure Empower and the tube in Pure Classic), but they canceled on me one hour before. I was trying to use my unlimited free week classes as much as I could but I could've gone to a charity event that day if I knew they would've canceled on me at the last minute. At least they gave me a credit for a free class to make up for it. 4. They told me about a billing issue in the middle of the workout room right before class (awkward). Apparently, there was a glitch that caused some classes to be free on Sunday afternoons. They could've pulled me to the side to tell me this. They honored my free class that day, but they could've honored the other ones (I mean these two classes are $23 a la carte each and I do not look like their target demographic). They said that they "fixed" the glitch, which means I would have to go back in and pay $46 worth of classes. No thanks! The front desk and everyone is welcoming with their beautiful smiles and the energy here is great. The workout always kicks my thighs' ass and I did not die that first week. I recommend doing research online about going to your first barre class and definitely stretch a few minutes before class. My only regret is not taking full advantage of my free week but that was because I was in so much pain during the class that I felt like walking out at some points. Everyone else looked so advanced. They say it is a steep learning curve and it took me by my third class in person to get used it but the staff says it is usually between 8-10 classes for your body to get used to the workout. As the saying goes, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger", and I am loving how my legs look and feel after the classes (they look more toned and feel more firm). I was initially torn between going here and to barre[d] and I think barre[d] won me over (more affordable, friendly instructors, location is perfect on the downtown mall). However, I will go at least one or two more times (I heard there will be another breaking down the barre session and I am curious about this Pure Reform thing so I will try that once, and I am probably done after that. read more

Pure Barre's C-ville studio is a 5-minute walk from my boyfriend's apartment, so I decided a few months back to splurge on a 5-class package for when I visit him. First thing I noticed upon walking into my first class - everyone looked the same (Lululemon and Pure Barre-branded apparel from head-to-toe) and everyone knew each other. I immediately felt like an outsider. Without any welcome or introduction, the instructor immediately launched into the warm-up exercises (which everyone seemed to know before she even gave instructions). She knew everyone's name, but didn't bother to ask mine. During this class and subsequent classes, I got a lot of attention from the instructor for my inability to "tuck." I'm sorry, but I'm not a former ballerina, and I have no earthly idea what "tuck" means. If you're a fitness instructor, you should be able to explain the techniques of your particular workout in plain English, not just in frustrated sighs. The workout itself was good, and sufficiently hard, but it did not get my heart rate up or my sweat pouring like I thought it would. I imagine you'd have to do Pure Barre a LOT, in combination with a sufficient amount of cardio, in order to see any meaningful results. If you're planning to do this frequently enough that you become a part of the in-crowd (and you hopefully see results), then I would give it a go. For everyone else, just go on a run. read more

I agree with the other reviews, many of the instructors are there for themselves and take little interest in new clients. After my first few classes I ended up with lower back pain, I suspect from not having correct form? I have done Barre classes before at a different location (not Pure Barre) and never had problems. When it became evident I was not going to be able to continue classes I tried to call and cancel the "automatic-renewal." The phone is never answered and the voice mailbox is always full. I had to find a time when the studio was open and request the cancellation in person. The person at the desk who assisted me was condescending and arrogant. Never asked how I was injured or why I wanted to cancelled, just belittled me and told me I should have downloaded the app and canceled that way....really? Won't be going back! read more

I've been to so many pure barres and this one needs a little more help and some customer service help. The instructors were more concerned about their looks in the mirrow than the clients themselves - as a new client, they did not introduce me to the instructor nor was the atmosphere welcoming at all. I'm disappointed because barre is one of my favorite workouts! read more

I've been to this Pure Barre location, and for some reason, I just don't get why people love it so much. Every time I've been, the instructors have lacked the ability to demonstrate/explain what exactly you're supposed to be doing. For a beginner and person who is not super comfortable going to group workout classes, it has been frustrating to feel so lost during the work out. There is such a tight-knit community that attends the classes, I think they just assume everyone knows what they're doing. I also feel very sore from the workouts the next day, so I must be doing something right, but I just don't get the Pure Barre craze. read more

I really want to love this Pure Barre franchise, I've taken classes at a few other studios, and the Cville location is lacking a bit. It is small and cramped, no separate changing area, just 2 bathrooms, so there the waiting room is super crowded and noisy between classes. Class wise-love the upbeat, fast paced music. The downside is that the last 5 classes in cville, I've attended, with 3 different instructors, were all the exact same class! No variations in the exercises, which is unusual and while still quite a challenge, for an advanced exerciser, it's frustrating. The method changes bits of the exercises up every month, but the arm movements they throw in during seat and thigh are distracting. I go to pure barre for the hard seat/thigh work, the arm movement are just a trick(that no one is believing) into getting clients to think it's all new. That isn't the studios fault though, it comes from HQ and HQ needs to do a much better job of making truely, new, challenging exercies. The classes are pricey, so I expect more for my money, but cville doesnt really have any other barre class options. One of the instructors seemed either pretty green or bored, as if she was going through the motions. Location of studio is very accessible and lots of class time offerings is fantastic! read more

Pure Barre is one of the hardest workout classes I've taken! The use of the equipment during class is great, and I'm always sweating by the end of it. I've only been to 5 classes, and I'm already seeing a difference. Definitely a great way to get toned and to lose weight paired with cardio and diet :) read more

I have always been a bit skeptical about paying for an exercise class when I can go jogging for free, but a friend urged me to try Pure Barre with her, and I am so happy I did! I've only been going for a few weeks so I am still learning to properly do the exercises, but the teachers are patient and have happily answered all my dumb questions after class. And even though my technique is pretty bad still, my entire body still gets an intense workout . I'm a regular runner, but I didn't even know I had muscles in some of the places that start to burn! Plus the music and constantly changing exercises make it fun. (The short warmup and arm work always follows the same routine, but the legs, seat, and abs exercises change up every class I've been to.) One thing newbies might want to be aware of is that most of the 5:30pm classes and weekend classes I've been to have been somewhat crowded. If you want more individualized attention I'd recommend either the 6:35pm class or the morning/afternoon sessions during weekdays. Despite being on a tight budget I try to go twice a week - think it's worth it to look and feel better. read more

I love this place. The instructors are really good and personable. I love all the class times that are available. Would highly recommend. I've been going there for 3 years now! read more

Challenging and fun workout with great instructors who are clear and will give you a lot of individual attention. The space is also very clean and comfortable. read more

I'm a veteran of many barre classes including Dailey Method, Bar Method and Pure Barre in California. These classes are great - very challenging and worth the hour spent. It takes a while to learn the technique, but I haven't felt " overcorrected " which is a pet peeve of mine in some of these studios. I only wish I lived closer or I would be there several times a week. read more

This location is somewhat of a let down after moving from a big city. The instructors and entire vibe is very pretentious and made me feel uncomfortable. I got an okay workout but am missing my studio back home. Also they allow wayyyyyy too many people in some classes which makes it very hot and crowded. On a positive note, they use the double band which I really enjoy. read more

I started coming to Purebarre almost three years ago and it has since become my favorite type of workout. The classes change day-to-day and remain challenging and engaging no matter how often you go. Each of the teachers at Purebarre in Charlottesville is fantastic and motivates you towards your fitness goal. I would recommend this studio to anyone regardless of fitness level or age. read more