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The Bar Method
4.9 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Barre studio in Santa Barbara, California
Part of Bar Method
Workout facility offering barre classes and other fitness methods amid chic interiors.
Plan 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 (805) 697-6709
- Website & schedule barmethod.com — book classes and see the live schedule
Hours
| Monday | 6:15 AM–1 PM, 4:30–5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–1 PM, 5:30–6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM–1 PM, 4:30–5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–1 PM, 5:30–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–1 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–1 PM |
The classes they teach
“I have been going to The Bar Method SB for almost a year now and can’t say enough good things about what it has done for my body and my general outlook when it comes to fitness.”
What's on offer
“The workout room, locker room and shower facilities are spotless!”
“The workout room, locker room and shower facilities are spotless!”
“The variety of classes and exercises within the classes offer options for continuous challenge and improvement of your fitness level.”
What members say again and again
“Each teacher has a unique style, all within the clear, clean, empowering structure that Bar Method is known for.”
“If you have an injury or are recovering from one, Kendall and the rest of the instructors are amazing at making sure you are comfortable and they give you modifications.”
“I like that I get an absolutely amazing workout and can still go run errands afterwards because I’m not a sweaty mess.”
“Fellow attendees are friendly and supportive, creating a nurturing, non-competitive yet encouraging atmosphere.”
“I've been attending regularly for almost a year now, and my strength, flexibility, and posture have all improved immensely!”
From the reviews
I love Bar Method! The staff is friendly and they really know their stuff. They make sure that my positions and alignment are correct so I don't worry that the I might hurt myself. They offer several types of classes that fit my needs and I always feel like I'm getting a great workout.
Love the Bar Method Classes ! They have really made me feel stronger and feel better! I have been taking it for almost 3 months and I have lost weight and inches already! All the instructors are very well trained and very nice! It's a beautiful new studio located downtown with parking next door for convenience.
The Bar Method in Santa Barbara is an exceptional exercise program! It is one of the best decisions I made. The Bar staff provide genuine care and help you achieve transformational results. Kendalll Guest Clark and her stellar staff are unrivaled on every level.
I adore this place, owner Kendall, her amazing teachers, and fabulous front desk ladies! I'm always greeted by name and a warm smile that make me feel at home. The facilities and locker room are chic, spotless and serene. The classes have reshaped and strengthened my body without pain or joint stress.
Teacher training at The Bar Method
The Bar Method 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
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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