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The Bar Method Northfield
5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Barre studio in Northfield, Illinois
Part of Bar Method
Fitness chain offering barre-based workouts designed to tone muscles and improve posture.
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
- Memberships monthly memberships and unlimited plans available — ask how intro-offer classes credit toward a membership
- Teacher training offers teacher training — ask about upcoming instructor cohorts and prerequisites
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (415) 377-8804
- Website & schedule barmethod.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–5:30 AM, 6–7 AM, 9–11:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 4:30–5:30 AM, 6–7 AM, 9–11:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–5:30 AM, 6–7 AM, 9–11:30 AM |
| Thursday | 4:30–5:30 AM, 6–7 AM, 9–11:30 AM |
| Friday | 4:30–5:30 AM, 6–7 AM, 9–11:30 AM |
| Saturday | 8–10:30 AM |
| Sunday | 8–10:30 AM |
The classes they teach
“I’ve taken barre classes at many different studios, but in my opinion, I love the classes and atmosphere at Bar Method Northfield the best.”
What's on offer
“It is the physical challenge, the expert instructors, and the inclusive dynamic of the studio that make it easy to commit to working at being an improved version of yourself.”
What members say again and again
“I have tried every type of workout class you can imagine, and this is the first time I’ve ever felt the need to share my thoughts/write a review.”
“All of the instructors are great. Catherine gives the best mix of adjustments and encouragement and I always leave her classes feeling like I pushed myself to my edge.”
“It’s taken years to realize the importance and benefits of a full body workout, the significance of toning/sculpting the “right” way.”
“It is the physical challenge, the expert instructors, and the inclusive dynamic of the studio that make it easy to commit to working at being an improved version of yourself.”
“Bar Method is by far the best discipline I’ve experienced for all around strength, sculpting, endurance, and posture.”
From the reviews
I really enjoy the Bar Method at Northfield location. I have been coming to a class every day and I have already noticed changes in my posture. It’s a low impact exercise routine but you burn fat long after the session. The class I go is early in the morning but there are more to choose later in a day.
I’m so glad I found this Bar Method location. Catherine is amazing. She is so welcoming, knowledgeable, and encouraging. The instructors ensure that your form is correct and encourage you to challenge yourself. The classes are the perfect combination of stretching, strength training, and bar movement.
I recently joined The Bar Method, and I cannot put into words how amazing my experience has been thus far. The owner, Catherine, is extraordinary. She has an incredible amount of industry knowledge, combined with 15+ years’ of teaching experience.
When a friend told me that The Bar Method was opening in Northfield, I was over the moon. I was a die-hard Bar Method client over a decade ago- but multiple moves to various cities and states forced me to let it go.
Teacher training at The Bar Method Northfield
The Bar Method Northfield comes up for teacher training — confirmed on their own site. If you're thinking about becoming a barre instructor, a few things are worth asking up front. First, which certification the program leads to — many boutique studios run a proprietary, method-specific training (Pure Barre, Bar Method, and barre3 each certify you in their own format), while others offer a more general barre certification you can teach anywhere. Second, the schedule and prerequisites — trainings often run as intensive weekend blocks or over several weeks, and most studios want you taking classes there regularly first. Third, cost and payment plans, and whether tuition includes an unlimited membership for the training period. Teacher training is a real commitment of time and money, so it's worth a call or an info session before you enroll.
Your first barre class at The Bar Method Northfield
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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