Pure Barre

I was excited when Pure Barre opened just a few blocks from me. I had only done similar workouts — I am absolutely obsessed with it now. I signed up for the monthly unlimited and seriously could not get enough. I will definitely continue to go to this Pure Barre. They execute the sessions flawlessly every time. It is very consistent class after class — no matter which instructor — they are all great. There is just enough variation in the exercises and music. While it is painful, it is also calming.

Ouch. I completed my first ever barre class at this still-​newish Park Slope location of Pure Barre this morning and I can tell I’m going to have some DOMS tomorrow. I went through ClassPass which of course makes any $$ class a great deal, but they do have a new member special as well (1 month of unlimited classes for $ 150).
I love that their scheduling is staggered so there’s 35 minutes or so between classes. This ensures that there’s enough lockers for everyone and the waiting room/​reception area up front doesn’t get too crowded. One of my bigger pet peeves around many group fitness classes is the crazed rush to throw one’s mat down/​get a spot.
Jessica was a great instructor and explained the moves to us newbies and offered adjustments as necessary. Maybe due to my running (and sometimes spin) focus this year, all of the tucking and lifting did not come naturally to me, so it was nice to get into proper alignment. I’m definitely looking forward to my next class here; reception and other students were very friendly and welcoming. Now to get some sticky socks.