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The best barre studios in Iowa

Ranked by the members who actually step up to the barre — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 652 reviews of Iowa studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true barre studios only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

barre3, barre studio in Iowa City, IA

#1 barre3

5 ★★★★★ 126 reviews · Iowa City, IA

welcoming to beginnersamazing instructorsstrong community vibe

Studio featuring a workout that combines cardio bursts, yoga and barre exercises.

“As a new client, it can be intimidating to walk through the doors of a fitness studio for the first time, but not at Barre3. Every instructor, staff member, and fellow client made …” — Mckenzie

Power Life Yoga Barre Fitness - Downtown, barre studio in Des Moines, IA

#2 Power Life Yoga Barre Fitness - Downtown

5 ★★★★★ 108 reviews · Des Moines, IA

Free first class Teacher training amazing instructorsgreat full-body burnstrong community vibe

Fitness chain offering a range of yoga and barre classes, plus options for beginners.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Power Life Downtown is truly unparalleled! I’ve had the pleasure of visiting yoga studios all over the country—from Miami to the West Coast—and nothing compares to the e…” — Ben

Pure Barre, barre studio in Clive, IA

#3 Pure Barre

4.9 ★★★★★ 100 reviews · Clive, IA

Beginner-friendly amazing instructorsstrong community vibegood results & toning

“I was new to the barre and Pilates world and this place has totally changed my mind. Their teaching is great and amazing. All the staff are super nice. I like the diversity of clas…” — Anna

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