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SALT Fitness North Shore

5 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · Barre studio in Kenilworth, Illinois

Beginner-friendly

Boutique studio offering a variety of fitness classes, including barre, strength training, and yoga.

Plan your first class

Hours

Monday 6 am–7 pm
Tuesday 6 am–7 pm
Wednesday 6 am–7 pm
Thursday 6 am–2 pm
Friday 6 am–2 pm
Saturday 7:30–10:30 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 SALT Fitness North Shore, confirmed in members' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Barre 2 mentions

“It is a studio that is always striving to better itself and offers a fabulous assortment of classes that work for all levels.”

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What's on offer

Amenities members name in their reviews of SALT Fitness North Shore — the fastest way to tell what to expect before you book your first class.

💻 Livestream & On-Demand

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🤝 Community Events 7 mentions

“Salt is an amazing community of great, supportive instructors who are knowledgeable, mindful and creative.”

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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 80 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“It is a studio that is always striving to better itself and offers a fabulous assortment of classes that work for all levels.”

🧑‍🏫 amazing instructors 6 mentions

“Salt is an amazing community of great, supportive instructors who are knowledgeable, mindful and creative.”

🔥 great full-body burn 2 mentions

“I highly recommend checking it out if you’re interested in a great workout and community.”

🤝 strong community vibe 9 mentions

“The workouts are varied so you can get what you want in a class from strength to toning to cardio and he energy is welcoming and friendly.”

💪 good results & toning 4 mentions

“Every instructor has their own vibe, every class is fun and impactful (ie: gets the muscles 🔥), and I can genuinely feel myself getting stronger.”

From the reviews

I’ve been going to Salt Studios for a few months, and I love it here. Every instructor has their own vibe, every class is fun and impactful (ie: gets the muscles 🔥), and I can genuinely feel myself getting stronger. Great music, great space, great energy — it’s the kind of studio that keeps you coming back.

★★★★★ — Teresa, Dec 2025

Amazing, knowledgeable instructors, that willingly modify class or exercises with their precise detailed cues. Each class is unique, and the instructors have been at Salt for a long time which means they are doing something right! Love the traditional Barre stretch .❣️

★★★★★ — Debbie, Nov 2022

I've been a member of Salt since before it was Salt and can honestly say they do the best barre format of any studio. The instructors are extremely experienced and welcoming and the workouts are challenging but doable for all levels. I love Salt!

★★★★★ — Sara, Jun 2026

I started exercising at Salt 15 years ago, when my youngest son was not quite a year old and I was preparing to return to full-time work. At the time, I was simply looking for a way to stay healthy and strong. I had no idea that Salt would become such an important part of my life.

★★★★★ — Inbar, Jun 2026

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Your first barre class at SALT Fitness North Shore

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 SALT Fitness North Shore

410 Green Bay Rd, Kenilworth, IL60043

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