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FORMAT
4.9 ★★★★★ 60 Google reviews · Barre studio in Boston, Massachusetts
Neighborhood, woman-run fitness center, offering barre, HIIT and strength classes.
Plan your first class
- ClassPass classes are bookable on ClassPass — an easy way to try the studio before committing
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 617-861-7568
- Website & schedule formatlive.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:20 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8:20 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8:20 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 6:45 am–6:20 pm |
| Saturday | 8:15 am–1:50 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–6:50 pm |
The classes they teach
“The Strength and HIIT Barre classes are my go-to favorites, thanks to Thalia and Caitlin who motivate me throughout to get my best workout possible.”
What's on offer
“I started going with class pass and ended up becoming a member I loved it so much.”
“The instructors give great feedback on exercise form during livestream and in-person classes which I also value a lot as someone who is newer to barre.”
“The owners care so much (they are also teachers) and are building a community within the studio.”
What members say again and again
“Every instructor is amazing. Great variety of HIIT, strength and barre classes.”
“The owners care so much (they are also teachers) and are building a community within the studio.”
“I love the variety of classes (HIIT, Barre, Strength) and the class times are all very convenient.”
From the reviews
I absolutely love Format! The combination of barre, strength, and HIIT classes has pushed me to new levels, and I’ve noticed that success here translates to crushing other gym classes. The trainers are incredible—they don’t just guide you, they coach, motivate, and genuinely care about your progress.
Talia is what makes group exercise truly amazing! She has an incredible talent for making every class feel personal and engaging. She remembers everyone’s name, offers thoughtful adjustments to keep your body safe, and cheers you on every step of the way.
Obsessed with Format!!! It is such a special place, the instructors make you feel totally welcome and are super inspiring! They also make me laugh at least once a class 😆 I love how challenging the classes are. They are low impact and high intensity and I don’t see myself ever going anywhere else!
Format is AMAZING! The classes are so challenging and rewarding. Thalia, Caitlin and Jess are all great instructors. I personally love their Strength, Barre and HIIT Classes.
Your first barre class at FORMAT
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.
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