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BarreCoast

5 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Barre studio in Westerly, Rhode Island

Teacher training

Fitness studio specializing in barre exercises, plus yoga classes.

Plan your first class

  • Teacher training offers teacher training — ask about upcoming instructor cohorts and prerequisites
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  • Phone (401) 596-1066
  • Website & schedule barrecoast.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 5:30 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 5:30 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 5:30 AM–7 PM
Thursday 5:30 AM–7 PM
Friday 5:30 AM–6 PM
Saturday 7:45 AM–1 PM
Sunday 7:45 AM–1 PM

Hours shift for holidays, workshops, and class schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they teach

Barre formats on the schedule at BarreCoast, confirmed in members' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

❤️‍🔥 Cardio Barre

“I have taken the Sweat, Barre, Cardio Barre, Boxing, Bags and Straps, and yoga classes.”

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🌸 Barre Yoga 2 mentions

“I do them all, everything from yoga and barre to boxing, Sweat, TRX and now Lift.”

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What's on offer

Amenities members name in their reviews of BarreCoast — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

🎯 Props Provided

“That class alone has encouraged me to increase my weights significantly and the difference it’s making in my strength level is notable and was almost immediate.”

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🛍️ Retail Boutique 7 mentions

“Whether you're looking to "work out" (barre, TRX, Sweat, LIFT, boxing), or "work in" (yoga, meditation), or shop the boutique, Barre Coast has you covered.”

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🤝 Community Events 10 mentions

“The Since joining BarreCoast I've lost over 30 pounds, found a workout routine that I genuinely love and have found such a wonderful community of people.”

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Amenities are mined from reviews and the studio's own info — they tell you what members have experienced, not a formal guarantee. If something is a dealbreaker (childcare hours, grip socks, showers), confirm it with the studio before you go.

What members say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 51 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🤝 strong community vibe 17 mentions

“The Since joining BarreCoast I've lost over 30 pounds, found a workout routine that I genuinely love and have found such a wonderful community of people.”

💪 good results & toning 2 mentions

“The workouts make you feel amazing and will definitely see results no matter what classes you enjoy taking!”

🗓️ good class variety 4 mentions

“I love the variety of classes offered morning through evening, knowing there is always a class option that works for my health goals and my schedule.”

beautiful boutique space 8 mentions

“Whether you're looking to "work out" (barre, TRX, Sweat, LIFT, boxing), or "work in" (yoga, meditation), or shop the boutique, Barre Coast has you covered.”

From the reviews

I was never a big workout person until I found myself at BarreCoast! This studio is my sanctuary and has truly changed my life not just physically but mentally too! This is my happy place that has given me so much confidence when I doubted myself physically for so long!

★★★★★ — Katie, Jun 2022

I cannot share enough how much I love BarreCoast! I started coming to BarreCoast a little over a year ago very out of shape and struggling mentally. BarreCoast immediately felt like home.

★★★★★ — Maggie, Dec 2023

What an amazing and supportive place to work out! I have had the delight of taking barre from Kristen for the last 5+ years and I can say it is a favorite part of my week. She and her staff are so great at making beginners to experts and everyone in between feel included and comfortable at their studio.

★★★★★ — Christina, Dec 2023

I take the barre class with Kristen Ullrich she is awesome!! Very helpful, friendly, good energy there! You really feel like you get a great work out when you are finished. They also have yoga classes and boxing that I haven't tried yet.

★★★★★ — Virginia, May 2021

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Teacher training at BarreCoast

BarreCoast comes up for teacher training — confirmed on their own site. If you're thinking about becoming a barre instructor, a few things are worth asking up front. First, which certification the program leads to — many boutique studios run a proprietary, method-specific training (Pure Barre, Bar Method, and barre3 each certify you in their own format), while others offer a more general barre certification you can teach anywhere. Second, the schedule and prerequisites — trainings often run as intensive weekend blocks or over several weeks, and most studios want you taking classes there regularly first. Third, cost and payment plans, and whether tuition includes an unlimited membership for the training period. Teacher training is a real commitment of time and money, so it's worth a call or an info session before you enroll.

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Your first barre class at BarreCoast

New to barre? Almost everyone is their first time, and a good studio expects beginners to walk in the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: barre blends small isometric holds and tiny pulses at a ballet barre with light weights and mat work — it's low-impact and joint-friendly, but it works muscles you didn't know you had, so a little shaking in your legs is the point, not a problem. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: fitted leggings and a top you can move in — nothing baggy, so the instructor can see your form. Grip socks: most barre studios require grip socks — bring a pair or check whether they sell them at the front desk; the grippy soles keep you steady during the pulses. What to bring: water and a small towel. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign in and meet your instructor. It clicks fast — most people say their third class feels completely different from their first.

Barre is low-impact, so it suits most bodies and fitness levels — but if you're pregnant or working around an injury, check with a doctor and let your instructor know so they can offer modifications.

Where to find BarreCoast

Merchants Square, 55 Beach St, Westerly, RI02891

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