The Bar Method

Came through town to visit my friend, got in a workout, this place was fantastic! Real nice fitness studio, super clean, staff was very friendly and got a great intense workout. I wish my home studio was as awesome as this one, the staff here in Charlotte was very welcoming. Next time I visit I’ll be sure to come back here.

I have loved The Bar Method since I began taking classes at the San Mateo, CA studio in 2012. So when a job took me to Charlotte, NC, I was so sad to have to leave Bar Method behind. But imagine how thrilled I was when I got the announcement that they would be opening a studio in South Park in 2014! I got to take community classes while they waited for the studio to open, and everything started out perfectly.
I still think that The Bar Method is a great workout — it’s safe, effective, and efficient. Bar Method has gotten me in the best shape of my life and for that, I couldn’t be happier. I also like the instructors that the studio owner, Autumn, brought in: Lizzy, Sara, and Madeleine are all super nice, knowledgeable, and fun.
However, I have one major complaint about the South Park studio, and it was enough of a turn-​off to make me reconsider taking Bar classes, which I’ve loved for such a long time. I had multiple bad encounters with Autumn Frk, the studio owner. Much of Bar Method focuses on creating a community among clients, and classes emphasize personal attention from the teachers (it’s one of my favorite things about class). However, Autumn was actively rude to me on many occasions; she rarely acknowledged me as I walked in to the studio or to class, wouldn’t look at me as I said hello or goodbye, etc. I have attended class at Bar Method studios across the country (from Seattle to Florida) and have never felt as unwelcome or unappreciated as Autumn made me feel in my own home studio.
I am sorry that I’m not able to give this studio a glowing review. The space looks beautiful and the other teachers seem great. Sara, Lizzy, and Madeleine all always made me feel happy to be there and excited to work out… I really liked all of them. I just can’t forget or get past the bad vibes I got so consistently from Autumn.

You know you’ve found a great workout when you no longer feel the need to silently curse push-​ups and planks because you now have the muscular strength to power through them.
I’ve been going to the Bar Method for just over a year now and love it. This is the longest I’ve ever stuck with a workout program and the only one I’ve found that has allowed me to regain the flexibility and lean muscles that I have not seen since my dance class days as a kid. It is truly a full mind-​body workout that lets you take an hour out of your day to focus on yourself.
Autumn and the rest of the instructors are amazing. They have done a great job at creating a family-​like community at the studio, which is hard to find in fitness programs these days. The studio is beautiful, too. I’m a Bar Method fan for life!

As a devoted Barre3 client, I had my reservations about trying The Bar Method when we moved to Charlotte at the end of September. I am so glad I put my reservations aside! The workouts are difficult, unique, and well paced. The instructors make careful adjustments in every pose to make sure you are not going to hurt yourself AND that you are getting the most benefit from the work. It feels like you have a personal trainer actually, and that is amazing. The studio is also gorgeous, clean and has ample parking. And best of all I have seen significant changes in my strength, flexibility, and muscle tone. Love this workout and the amazing team at Bar Method!

The instructors at Bar Method are extremely professional and genuinely kind. They’ve got you covered when it comes to form which serves to protect you and make the exercise as challenging as possible. It’s a terrific workout in a space that could not be more beautiful. Check it out, you won’t be sorry, just a little sore!

I have been going to Bar for a month and a half now and been really enjoying it. Always a friendly, inviting staff, clean space and the best part — you get a killer of a workout. I noticed a change in my posture and strength.
Amazing staff, killer of a workout. Love it

I have been taking classes for a year now and have passed the 100 class mark. I have never felt stronger and I see more muscle definition every day that passes. All the instructors and girls at the desk make you feel at home and encourage you to push yourself farther than you knew you could. I am definitely a client for life!

The Bar Method has the most educated instructors in Charlotte! They actually know and understand human anatomy & physiology and correctly educate students during class on the different muscles and proper body techniques to ensure injury is avoided.
In addition, the staff and instructors always greet you by name, which is unheard of today. They have created a warm, challenging, and encouraging environment that exudes excitement and diversity in every single class!
Lastly, the studio is exquisite and includes very functional lockers with a large changing room, and other amenities which is unique in the Charlotte market.
This studio is best in class!

I am totally addicted to The Bar Method!!! The new studio in South Park is beyond gorgeous and every class I take reminds me why I love it so much. It is such a full body workout that really forces you to push yourself to see results. Autumn, Lizzy, Madeleine and Sara are all such wonderful teachers who are so knowledgable about the program. They are so attentive and helpful and they always make sure you are doing every move safely and to your fullest potential. It’s quickly grown to be such a wonderful community and I’m glad to be a part of it! I’ve seen amazing results and have found a workout I can stick to for the first time in my life!

I had a little bit of an idea about what to expect because I’d taken a barre class before, but this was different. I thoroughly enjoyed the personalized attention the instructors give you, even with a full class.
If you have any questions during, they’ll come by to help and if you’re working through an injury like me, they suggest modifications for you so you don’t overdo it or risk aggravating your issue.
The parking is plentiful, but it’s in the shopping center behind Whole Foods in South Park, so allow for extra time for parking since you’ll likely need to go to one of the decks if you come for an evening class. For the early morning classes, no one is usually parked in any of the spaces surrounding the front door. I liked that part after even more so. I didn’t have too far to crawl back to my car. lol
The workout is great and you’ll definitely see and feel the difference. Classes are typically an hour. They’re a little pricey, but they have specials sometimes. Some of the most fun times I’ve had at 6 in the morning have been here!

This is their temporary space but that doesn’t hinder the experience at all. Everyone is so friendly and greets you as you walk in.
The classes have similar structure but very from day to day. No matter what the class is, I walk out sore from my shoulders down. It’s a true full body workout including muscles I didn’t know existed.
The instructors walk around and help to make sure your posture and positions are correct and encourage you to push yourself.
Overall it’s a great workout with some of the nicest people.