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BIRD barre

5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Barre studio in Lake Forest, Illinois

Barre studio Free first class Beginner-friendly

Fitness studio offering classes that mix ballet Barre, Pilates, cycling, yoga & more.

Plan your first class

  • Free first class or intro offer new members are welcomed with a free class or a discounted intro pass — check their site to book your first class
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  • Phone (847) 283-9000
  • Website & schedule birdbarre.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 6 AM–12 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–12 PM, 4–7:30 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–12 PM
Thursday 6 AM–12 PM, 4–7:30 PM
Friday 8 AM–12 PM
Saturday 7 AM–12 PM
Sunday 8–10 AM

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 BIRD barre, confirmed in members' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Barre 2 mentions

“Studio is for all levels, all ages, and all types of physical fitness.”

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What's on offer

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

👶 Childcare 2 mentions

“Amazing teaching staff, great culture, classes that push you, instructors that care for your body and form and most amazing childcare staff!”

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💻 Livestream & On-Demand

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🤝 Community Events 4 mentions

“Even though I have been coming to Dailey Method in Lake Forest since it opened, I still feel like it's a challenge, and I like the variety of classes.”

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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 24 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“She made me feel comfortable as it was my first time in a cycle class and everyone was so kind and assisted me with setting up the bike.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 3 mentions

“The instructors are cheerful and knowledgeable, the feedback is personalized, and the workouts are amazing!”

🔥 great full-body burn 6 mentions

“I love that you can have a full body workout in 45-60 minutes with barre and added cardio workouts with cycle.”

🤝 strong community vibe 6 mentions

“It is a wonderful community of cool & welcoming people and truly embodies 'come as you are'.”

From the reviews

Barre classes are fantastic because you can come in at any level and get an amazing workout. I love the classes, feel challenged, and the instructors at this studio are terrific. The intro package is a good way to give it a try and see if it's right for you!

★★★★★ — Natalie, Jul 2023

I love this barre studio! The classes are always engaging, thanks to the excellent instructors who keep it changing while always providing a challenging workout. I have been going regularly for about 2 years now and feel so much stronger as a result.

★★★★★ — Nancy, Jul 2024

Studio is for all levels, all ages, and all types of physical fitness. I have been going to this studio for 10+ years through surgeries, injuries, aches/pains, and feeling great! It is a wonderful community of cool & welcoming people and truly embodies 'come as you are'.

★★★★★ — Carrie, Jul 2024

TDM LF has a wonderful and welcoming environment. I love that you can have a full body workout in 45-60 minutes with barre and added cardio workouts with cycle. The teachers are all very conscious of alignment and making sure that everyone is getting the most benefit out of each movement. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ — Jake, Dec 2018

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Your first barre class at BIRD barre

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 BIRD barre

188 E Westminster, Lake Forest, IL60045

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