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Pure Barre

4.9 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Barre studio in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Part of Pure Barre

Barre studio Beginner-friendly

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Hours

Monday 6 AM–1 PM, 4:15–8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–1 PM, 4:15–8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–1 PM, 4:15–8 PM
Thursday 6 AM–1 PM, 4:15–8 PM
Friday 6 AM–1 PM, 4:45–6 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday 8 AM–12:30 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 28 mentions

“I am moving to FL next week and in reflecting what I will miss about Pgh the most, the immediate answer is "Pure Barre Shadyside".”

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🌱 Beginner Barre 4 mentions

“A welcoming environment - definitely start with the intro class to get the lay of the land!”

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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.

🎯 Props Provided

“You have nothing to lose and a lot to gain (yes, even from those 2lb weights)!”

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🅿️ Free Parking 5 mentions

“A plus here is that there is free parking, which you do not get at a lot of other workout studios in the city.”

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🤝 Community Events 6 mentions

“I joined the pure barre community after discovering their super central location in shadyside while exploring the area.”

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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 43 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 clean & well-kept 5 mentions

“The studio is extremely clean, instructors easy to understand and follow along with, which I always appreciate when trying something new.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“Whether you are a beginner, dancer, non dancer, HIIT workout girl, this workout is awesome and will tone you in all the right places.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 9 mentions

“The staff is incredible, giving new participants a tour of the facility and also giving hands-on corrections during class to ensure you get the most out of the workout.”

🔥 great full-body burn 8 mentions

“This was the perfect spot for me to feel comfortable moving around my body and learning from our instructor how to do certain things in order to get a good workout.”

🤝 strong community vibe 7 mentions

“I joined the pure barre community after discovering their super central location in shadyside while exploring the area.”

From the reviews

I am moving to FL next week and in reflecting what I will miss about Pgh the most, the immediate answer is "Pure Barre Shadyside". I've taken over 1000 classes there and several at New York, Boston, Laguna Hills, Orlando and other places while traveling.

★★★★★ — Euna, May 2021

I have been going to Pure Barre for almost 4 years and it is definitely my favorite workout. The Pure Barre community is wonderful, the instructors are there to make sure you are doing every exercise right. I think this is why I have been able to see better results than with other workouts.

★★★★★ — Marcela, Jan 2018

Felt so welcomed by the staff, immediately! Everyone was so helpful and warm. The studio is extremely clean, instructors easy to understand and follow along with, which I always appreciate when trying something new.

★★★★★ — Allie, Feb 2026

Pure Barre Shadyside is 100% responsible for my fitness gains in strength and endurance. Attending classes regularly for two years has helped me become a faster runner, get injured less, and be able to lift my bicycle up the stairs without breaking a sweat.

★★★★★ — Natalie, May 2025

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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

5986 Centre Ave C-202, Pittsburgh, PA15206

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