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Pure Barre

5 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Barre studio in Charlottesville, Virginia

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Barre studio Free first class

Ballet-inspired, low-impact workout studio for people of all fitness levels with friendly staff.

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 (434) 245-1119
  • Website & schedule purebarre.com — book classes and see the live schedule

Hours

Monday 5:45 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 5:45 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 5:45 AM–6:30 PM
Thursday 5:45 AM–7 PM
Friday 5:45 AM–6 PM
Saturday 7–11 AM
Sunday 8 AM–5 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 23 mentions

“Pure Barre Cville is managed by a wonderful woman who wants you to sweat and have fun, she has a great team of teachers as well!”

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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 8 mentions

“The Pure Barre workout is incredible and the community is welcoming, supportive, and mutually hardworking.”

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🤱 New-Mom Programs

“I've done PB while pregnant and post-partum (twice!”

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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.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“I have done a few other barre style classes but this was my first time to an actual PB class.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 4 mentions

“As a newcomer to barre, I was a bit nervous at first, but the instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely supportive — and that has made all the difference.”

🔥 great full-body burn 4 mentions

“I love getting to mix up my routine with all of the different class types—it is always a great workout!”

🤝 strong community vibe 12 mentions

“The classes are accessible for all skill and ability levels and the vibe of the studio is so friendly and welcoming!”

💪 good results & toning 2 mentions

“The workouts leave me feeling stronger both physically and mentally.”

From the reviews

Pure Barre Charlottesville - A Hidden Gem! I started my Pure Barre journey in September 2024, and it has quickly become my happy place. As a newcomer to barre, I was a bit nervous at first, but the instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely supportive — and that has made all the difference.

★★★★★ — Susan, Nov 2025

Barre is an amazing work-out and so great especially to strengthen the core after having kids. It makes me feel so strong and has really mitigated some different aches and pains for me. Pure Barre Cville is managed by a wonderful woman who wants you to sweat and have fun, she has a great team of teachers as well!

★★★★★ — Ellen, Dec 2023

Pure Barre has pure heart! All of the instructors have been so nice and helpful. I have never taken Barre, so I appreciate the extra help on making sure I am perfecting my positions for an optimal workout! It is great for anyone at any fitness level. Give it a try, you have nothing to lose the first class is free.

★★★★★ — Jenny, Jan 2019

Pure Barre is by far my favorite workout there is! It's so different from anything else that's out there and you can really feel your body working while you're in class. The instructors at the Charlottesville location are amazing and so encouraging, and give really helpful feedback and corrections during class.

★★★★★ — Sally, May 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

3918 Lenox Ave, Charlottesville, VA22901

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