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Pure Barre

4.8 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Barre studio in Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Barre studio Free first class

Inspired by yoga, Pilates, and ballet, this studio offers low-impact, high-intensity workouts.

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 734-369-4711
  • Website & schedule purebarre.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 6 am–7:30 pm
Tuesday 6 am–7:30 pm
Wednesday 6 am–7:30 pm
Thursday 6 am–7:30 pm
Friday 6 am–6:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–12 pm
Sunday 8:30 am–12 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 Pure Barre, confirmed in members' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🩰 Classic Barre 16 mentions

“Pure Barre is the perfect workout and each of the classes that I have been to at the location in Downtown Ann Arbor have been amazing!”

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What's on offer

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

🤝 Community Events 3 mentions

“It is such a welcoming community where I can take my mind off of school.”

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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 147 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 3 mentions

“Loved the classes, instructors are friendly and it’s a great full body workout :)”

🔥 great full-body burn 5 mentions

“Pure Barre is a great workout and if you are looking to get into it this the location to do it at.”

🤝 strong community vibe 6 mentions

“Loved the classes, instructors are friendly and it’s a great full body workout :)”

💪 good results & toning 2 mentions

“I've had an amazing time at Pure Barre so far-- I'm becoming stronger very quickly and loving every minute.”

From the reviews

Took my first Pure Barre class and I get why everyone is obsessed! Matthew was the instructor and it was so much fun! I have no dance experience so I was definitely nervous but Matthew made me feel right at home! The environment was welcoming, the music was great, and the workout was hard!

★★★★★ — Rachael, Oct 2023

Nice staff and instructors. This was my first experience with a Pure barre studio and the type of classes they offer. I had never taken a barre class of any kind before. Ultimately, I don't think the form of exercise is for me, but I had a lot of fun leaving my comfort zone and learning new ways to exercise.

★★★★☆ — Maurielle, Mar 2024

If you haven't tried it yet, Pure Barre classes are worth your consideration! Every instructor that I have had at the downtown Ann Arbor location has been incredibly welcoming. They quickly learn your name and adjust your position during class to help you get the most out of each exercise.

★★★★★ — Clare, Jun 2018

I love Pure Barre! The workouts are great; low impact, high intensity, and lots of shake. Every instructor brings something different to the barre. I have really enjoyed Jade, Anna, and Leia's classes and am looking forward to trying more.

★★★★★ — Kait, Feb 2018

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Your first barre class at Pure 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 Pure Barre

539 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI48104

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