Looking for barre in Chicago? Our directory tracks the studios worth stepping up to the barre for — from beginner-friendly classic barre to sweat-it-out cardio barre and strength-focused sculpt. Use the map and rankings below to find your studio, compare styles, and grab an intro offer or free first class before you commit.
5 ★★★★★ 303 reviews
Low-impact, high-intensity workout studio inspired by ballet, Pilates, and yoga.
5 ★★★★★ 266 reviews
Low-impact, high-intensity studio offering ballet barre-inspired workouts for all fitness levels.
5 ★★★★★ 238 reviews
✨ Free first class — check their site
4.9 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Low-impact studio for barre workouts inspired by yoga, Pilates and ballet.
4.9 ★★★★★ 220 reviews
Fitness studio offering low-impact isometric moves and cardio bursts.
4.9 ★★★★★ 200 reviews
Studio offering ballet-inspired fitness classes that incorporate yoga moves and Pilates.
The smartest way to start: these studios offer a new-student deal — a free first class or a discounted intro package: Pure Barre, The Barre Code Chicago - River North, Pure Barre, Pure Barre, SALT Fitness Chicago, Pure Barre. Try a couple before you commit to a membership. Check each studio's schedule for current deals, and see the full list on our intro offers page.
New to the barre? These studios flag beginner-welcoming classes: barre3, The Barre Code Chicago - River North, barre3, The Bar Method Chicago - South Loop, Pure Barre, SALT Fitness Chicago. Read what to expect at your first class before you go, or browse every beginner-friendly studio in the directory.
Barre is not one class — classic, cardio, barre pilates, reformer, and hot barre all feel different. Our styles guide breaks them down, or browse every barre style and the amenities (grip socks, reformers, showers, ClassPass) each studio offers.
I love Pure Barre Lakeview! It is the one and only place I work out- the multiple class formats fulfill all of my fitness needs. The owners are super genuine and kind, as are the instructors and others who work there. The people who attend are awesome as well and many have become friends over time.
I won an unlimited month membership at Pure Barre Old Town at a charity gala. I had never been to a Pure Barre class, only barre classes at Equinox. The ‘Define’ Pure Barre class is similar to Equinox’s. A mix of strength training, cardio and barre movements. My favorite!
Rejoining Pure Barre South Loop in February after a year and a half away was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’m now in the best shape of my life — physically, mentally, and emotionally — and I owe so much of that to this incredible studio.
