The best barre studios in California
Ranked by the members who actually step up to the barre — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 12,631 reviews of California studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true barre studios only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 The Bar Method Pasadena
5 ★★★★★ 391 reviews · Pasadena, CA
Industrial-chic exercise studio offering group workouts inspired by ballet, yoga & Pilates.
“I had a fantastic experience at the Bar Method today. Although there was a mix-up with my reservation (i.e. I didn’t make one), the owner, who was working the front desk, was incre…” — Ellen
#2 barre3
5 ★★★★★ 271 reviews · San Diego, CA
Clean, welcoming studio offering barre-based workout classes.
“I had the pleasure of attending a class hosted by Sylvia, and I can confidently say she was absolutely incredible! From the moment the class started, Sylvia's energy was contagious…” — Bonnie
#3 Pure Barre
4.9 ★★★★★ 143 reviews · Irvine, CA
Fitness chain offering ballet-inspired classes for all levels at Quail Hill Shopping Center.
“Updated (Aug ‘23) I have been coming here for a few months now and they are still amazing. I love Justin’s classes and Brittany’s. I found it even better when I see the instructors…” — Chris
#4 Poise Pilates+Barre
4.9 ★★★★★ 126 reviews · Bakersfield, CA
Clean, inviting studio for barre, pilates and fitness classes led by encouraging staff.
“We just moved to Bakersfield from Orange County. I am a 58 year old who enjoys full body Pilates exercise. I’ve been searching for a Pilates studio and was referred to Poise Pilate…” — Barbara
#5 Redlands Barre & Pilates
5 ★★★★★ 88 reviews · Redlands, CA
Pilates and barre studio offering classes for women 6 days a week.
“I signed up with an intro offer. Had been wanting to try Pilates for a while and I'm glad I found a great deal. Not too far from where I live so I appreciate that. The ladies are n…” — Cinthya
#6 Open Barre Fitness Studio
5 ★★★★★ 76 reviews · Port Hueneme, CA
Classes inspired by ballet & Pilates hosted in a modern studio with a shop for workout apparel.
“Andrea is a great teacher. I came into my first class today and it was great. With having my fourth child in September I suffer from a separation in my abdomen, all I had to do was…” — Ealyssa
#7 Yolo Barre
4.9 ★★★★★ 62 reviews · Davis, CA
Studio offering barre classes set to music, with an emphasis on core strength.
“YoloBarre is the best fitness experience in Yolo County! I started working out here 4 years ago and I kept it up when classes went online during lockdown. Now I’m an instructor! Th…” — Danielle
#8 Honor Barre
5 ★★★★★ 55 reviews · Oakland, CA
Barre fitness studio with classes inspired by Pilates, yoga & ballet, plus a workout clothing shop.
“I am a die hard Dailey Method fan. This is a 1-hour 'bar method' class with a serious focus on your lower abs. You do a short warm up, some weighted arm exercises and then killer s…” — Megan
#9 Barre Union
5 ★★★★★ 43 reviews · San Francisco, CA
Bright, modern fitness studio with upbeat, ballet-inspired classes, plus on-site childcare.
“I love all the classes and Barre Union provides something that I haven't seen in other studios: they care about their customers. It makes a big difference that the owner Kiley and …” — Xiomara
#10 Wild & the Barre Fitness Studio
4.8 ★★★★★ 49 reviews · Redwood City, CA
Spacious fitness center focusing on barre classes and dance-cardio workouts for all levels.
“I have been regularly attending (3-5 times a week) classes for about six months now and have gained so much more strength and flexibility than I could have imagined. I am a runner …” — Kristy