I have been loving Barre3! I read all the reviews beforehand so I had an idea what to expect. The…read morefirst class was torture for me, but it got much better after that! I did learn that sumo squats are not my friend!. If you have been to Pure Barre I would say the classes have similarities but Barre3 has more cardio/yoga and a more intense warmup. I like that they throw more cardio in, it makes it feel like a better all around workout. I hate when you go to a new studio for the first time and no one really shows you the ropes. Not the case with Barre3! The front desk had already marked down that it was my first time so after a bit of paperwork I got a quick tour and learned what to grab for each class. Tori C was an awesome instructor for my first time back at the barre in years. She was friendly, motivating, and always there to give me a helpful correction. I have also really enjoyed Suzanne's class. She is upbeat and motivating! The AC was not working at full force during the last class and she had me so much in the zone I didn't even notice. Highly recommend checking them out. They even offer child care at a super affordable rate during class. I think that is such a nice touch for moms. **Really bummed they are no longer letting Class Pass people sign up for classes, the only option now is a 7pm weekday class. I completely understand not letting Class Passers in to their busiest classes, but for example Tuesday at noon, that class is usually pretty empty. I was told they ran the Class Pass test for a year to see what they thought. Sad this will no longer be in my weekly routine.**

My addiction to barre has become quite fierce lately, I think I've made my way to almost every…read morebarre studio in town! Every studio is so different but I have to say barre3 is definitely one of my favorites. What makes barre3 stand out? 1) more cardio then other barre studios 2) lot's of mirrors and a much bigger room then some of the others in town 3) childcare (no I don't need it but I have so many friends I want to bring to workout with me and none of these boutique studios have childcare but barre3 does!!! ) Check the times though they only offer it for certain class times. 4) easy parking I was sweating puddles in this class an really enjoyed the cardio aspect. I also enjoyed the burn in my muscles the next day which means I got a good workout. We did a crazy plank series as well that was very challenging. I'm here to workout and that's what I got at barre3, can't wait till my next class.

Carolina Barre & Core is the best barre studio in Raleigh, and I was so happy to see they added…read morethis location on Glenwood! I've tried pretty much every barre studio in the triangle (as well as most yoga and pilates places), and CB&C is definitely my favorite. The instructors are all wonderful and provide a lot of adjustments and corrections to make sure you get the most out of your workout. They really focus on form and helping you to do the movements correctly, which makes a huge difference in the effectiveness of the classes. The classes here go by fast but manage to work all of my muscle groups in a way I haven't experienced from any other barre classes. I've had more significant improvements in muscle tone, strength, and flexibility here than when I was going to classes elsewhere. The other students are always friendly and overall the atmosphere is less intimidating than at other fitness studios.

Sign up!!! Okay sign up if you want to add barre classes to your fitness routine. I felt great…read moreafter class. Not only a great workout but an absolutely amazing stretch that the body needs. I absolutely loved the foundation class which was thought by Bethany. She has such a great spirit and love for Pure Barre. The studio is nice and clean. Love the extras provided in the bathroom.

Still much greatness at this location! New manager in place and they are really making the location…read moremore like a home away from home. Many friendly faces and the instructors truly want you to succeed.

I had their 1 year membership for $99 per month for about 2 years. I split my time between the 2…read moreCary locations because they were close to work and it was easy to go right after work. I enjoyed their 4:30 afternoon classes and some of their Saturday classes. Many Barre studios only give you access to one location, so I loved that they gave you access to multiple. They also had fun events to encourage you to work out more. They usually had different barre socks than the Kildare location, for $18 per pair. Their Pure Barre app made it easy to sign up or cancel classes too.

When I think of barre, I think of perky, petite young women gracefully poised beside it, doing…read morepliés and point... building up their slender legs to support and sustain them with an incredible combo of strength and flexibility. The workout trend Pure Barre is designed around getting that dancer body... But through totally different means! I'm talking dubstep. Blasting as girls place kickballs between their thighs, then squat, tuck, and tooch (to borrow a term coined by Miss Tyra). It's true: I never thought I'd be booty-tooching to Scrillex... outside the privacy of my own home. The workout started with some simple stretches and upper body routine, and some floor work in the form of plank and pushups. They only have dumbells in 2, 3, and 5 pounds. The short number of reps and low weight made this section of class completely un-challenging for me. But that disappointment was eased by the next part, where we stepped to the barre and focused on hips, thighs, and --as they like to delicately call it in Pure Barre-- "seat*." [*I don't have a seat. I have a bubbalicious boo-tay. Which is why I wanted to go to this class in the first place. So for clarification purposes in this review, my seat will instead be termed butt.] The most annoying thing for me was that the instructor demonstrated very few of the positions (perhaps due to lack of space on the barre); and it was difficult for me to follow her instructions some of the time. Many of the movements are so isolated, it's hard to look at a classmate and copy from what they're doing too. So parts of it did not feel tough... which left me wondering if I was doing the movement correctly. But other parts had my entire lower body shaking like a leaf, butt and quad muscles on fire. And I absolutely felt those muscles recovering the following 48 hours, so I know I did at least some of the things right! Class finished up with some ab work, which I also felt was too easy, and some finishing stretches. One hour flies by pretty quickly. And I can definitely see the appeal in a class that's shaped like this... getting all the core muscle groups into one workout. But I would personally prefer a class that focuses exclusively on the lower body, to round out my own exercise regimen and perhaps benefit my running as well. I did a drop-in class that was specially priced at $10; reasonable. (Their regular drop-in is $23.)

I love the community I found at Neighborhood Barre FV! I signed up for a free introduction on my…read morebirthday and was greeted warmly by the owner/instructor, Krissy, and was surprised to see she had decorated my spot with a birthday banner! I very much enjoyed my first class and signed up for a membership same day. I consistently go to studio 2x a week at least (more if there is a challenge ongoing) and even joined the bookclub at the studio. Neighborhood Barre also supports other small businesses in the area by holding pop-up classes at other establishments in Fuquay. With a variety of intensity, class formats (barre, strength, cardio and combination classes), class lengths, I definitely get what I am looking for in my membership.

I came for an anniversary special and I am so glad I did! The parking was easy- and location easy…read moreto find. When I walked in the ladies were genuinely nice and welcoming and took an interest in getting to know me. They were incredibly helpful. People often don't try new things for fear of being judged and that simply was not the case here. Unlimited classes was about $129 a month but there is also a 10 class package too- something for everyone's budget. They offer barre workout and also yoga. Happy to have gone!

GLOW is my happy place and where I get the boost of endorphins! If you're looking for an awesome…read morecommunity, incredible classes and an empowering community, GLOW is the place to be! They offer a number of group fitness classes in a number of categories and needs: cardio (Turn up Dance, cycle, and Body Attack), strength (BodyPump and PowerGlow), and anything in between (Barre and Cycle) to name just a few! If you're interested in recovery, they also have YoGLOW (yoga), red light therapy, and cold plunge available! You may be thinking, well those classes sound super hard or where do I begin? GLOW got you! All the instructors will give further instructions on how to adapt and modify to make the class based on your individual fitness level! I've been in Raleigh for a few years now, and GLOW is probably my most visited spots. I absolutely love the community that they create and the people who are in it! So what are you waiting for? Let's glow together

This is, by far, the best gym environment I've ever been in. Everyone is so welcoming, the classes…read moreare fun, and the instructors are the best. They have done an amazing job creating a safe and enjoyable experience.

I really enjoyed my time at YoBa Studio. It's quaint, inviting and the staff is amazing. I'd first…read morevisited YoBa on a class pass and I thought very highly of it then and the 2nd time was even better. I've experienced 2 different instructors and both were patient & encouraging, I even cried in one of the sessions because that particular practice resonated with me so much. The studio is very clean. The bathroom was in impeccable shape. They offer some amazing products for cleaning up too one in particular that caught my eye was the Indie Lee Product. I didn't bring a mat but I was able to us one of theirs, the fee is $2. They offer a wide variety of drinks and I heard someone raving about the coconut water. Signing in is easy and quick. You just find your name and press check in. The cubbies are in the front and they lock the doors during a session to ensure safety of your things. Overall the studio, class instructors and staff are amazing. Such an amazing place to do yoga in Raleigh. Ps, there is plenty of parking too.

YoBa YoBa YoBa.. I truly do love this place. It's more than just a yoga/barre studio, it's…read moregenuinely a local neighborhood sanctuary to come to and releave the stress of your day. I first started going when they first opened and had to take a break due to work schedule etc. I recently joined back and it was like I never left. Instructors remembered my name and for those who didn't know me, quickly introduced themselves and made me feel right at home. I was blown away on how quickly everyone remembers your name.. it's a small thing.. but to me it, it made a world of difference. It's proof they truly do care about getting to know their community. I signed up for the yearly unlimited pass and could not be happier with all of the classes they offer. They have been extremely safe during covid, making sure everyone wears masks. The studio is super clean and they offer hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes. If you're wanting to be a part of a local Yoga community that you're always welcome in, look no further. Now more than ever we need to support local businesses and this one has been top on my list! Thank you YoBa!

I have completed six classes here so far, and have been impressed. I started with a free…read morefoundations class. It was so nice to have the opportunity to have a free trial class just for newcomers to the studio and have a chance to understand the foundations of the workout and ask questions. I decided it was right for me since I was looking for regular strength training workouts. I like that there are a variety of packages available so I could pick one that fit my schedule and budget. The workouts are challenging, but the instructors are all friendly and encouraging and the music is energizing. It's easy to book or cancel workouts on the app. I'm glad I chose to incorporate these classes into my exercise program. I would recommend this studio to others, especially if they like Pilates or yoga and want something with more intensity.

I had their 1 year membership for $99 per month for about 2 years. This location was right down the…read morestreet from where I worked and I enjoyed their 4:30 afternoon classes. They also had fun events to encourage you to work out more. They got me with all their cute $18 per pair socks. I even got my tank top for hitting 100 classes! I love Denise she was always super sweet and helpful! Another perk was you could use this location or the Raleigh location with the membership for more class opportunities.