Pure Barre

I love this Pure Barre Location! Lauren and the whole staff are so warm and encouraging and have created a really strong community, where women support each other!
I have been doing Purre Barre for about 2 years, since the studio opened. I have seen a lot of change in my body and love the way I feel after class. I highly recommend all the teachers and don’t be surprised if you get a little addicted.
On another note, I had some serious health issues when I started the Pure Barre. Lauren and the staff were so supportive, when I hit my 100^th class, I cried. It felt so good to feel strong and empowered in my body, mind and spirit.
See you soon, at the Barre!

Amazing workout! I ALWAYS feel like I’ve done a hard workout, and always leave feeling great about myself. I’ve tried other barre studios (the Dailey Method, etc.) and they do not compare. I highly recommend Pure Barre for anyone looking for a great butt kicking workout!

I’ve given this place a try on a month pass. The classes are plentiful & convenient – average of 6 classes a day during the week and average of 4 classes over the weekend.
The music & the couple of the instructors I tried are great. However, I didn’t find that it caters to people with little/​no experience with core & weight work. I’ve talked to the folks in the class and (in reading the reviews) they’ve been pretty active and still found the classes challenging.
I was really enthusiastic when i got my month pass, hoping to go at least 4x a week. Realistically that didn’t happen. Although i wanted to go, i got very sore and had to recover. I’ve managed 2x a week and later wasn’t too pumped up about it since it was too difficult for me to keep up.
I wish they would offer an orientation to new students and have the instructor provide modifications for those in a lower fitness level. I was a bit disappointed that it didn’t cater to those of us who aren’t gym goers/​have some level of strength training.
They do have a «light barre» class that they recommend for beginners; however it’s only offered twice a week during a time which i couldn’t attend (although you hold the poses longer it’s supposed to be the same routine). To me, to offer 2 classes of light vs 34 or so classes of regular a week doesn’t seem to make sense in targeting those who aren’t at a certain fitness level. So, although i like the concept and the potential, I was not able to find it a fit for beginners. I felt i was just drowning through the classes & didn’t feel that i’ve gotten any stronger or gained any muscles during my month there. :(I think one needs to be physically «prepared» to come to these classes. Maybe i can give this another try in the future after starting a fitness program and getting my body «warmed up».

Wow! What an intense workout. I’ve tried my hand at numerous other barre studios (The Bar Method, Cardio Barre, etc) but none have compared to Pure Barre! Within the first five minutes of my workout, I was drenched! My instructor Kelly was phenomenal and super attentive! I loved her energy and appreciated her kicking our butts into shape for those 50+ minutes! Super cute and charming studio on West Portal surrounded by numerous food options for a post-​workout meal.
Highly recommend this spot! I look forward to coming back!

I tried Pure Barre after finding a groupon for a month membership. I’m so glad I did! The studio is great. Clean, comfortable, and in a great location. The teachers are so friendly and helpful. The classes are pretty awesome. Hard, fun, and a great core and glute workout. I love pure barre and I’m so glad I found this place!

I absolutely love coming here! Lauren and her crew are absolutely lovely. The instructors help are friendly, supportive and guide you to ensure best, proper technique. This is a low impact workout that really targets problem areas and really delivers results. The workouts are difficult, and no joke-​you will feel it for days. No judgments here, just shaking muscles and transformed bodies-​for real. The space is beautiful, clean. I like coming here a lot!

Clean studio. Friendly staff. Amazing classes. It’s the best! I’m always thrilled with the music, creative workouts, and overall energy of this place. Pure Barre West Portal — 6 stars if I could give it to them!

If you’re on the fence about trying a new workout routine or stepping into a barre method joint, GET OFF THE FENCE!!! Pure Barre West Portal has what you need: lots of convenient class times, helpful & caring staff, a clean facility, and low impact, anybody-​can-​do-​it instruction which takes all the best stuff from Pilates, yoga, and barre method. You will experience a change in mind and body very quickly, but be prepared to WORK! You can do it!

I recently moved to San Francisco from southern California and have only been practicing yoga the past few years. When checking out the new neighborhood I found Pure Barre, and now I’m addicted!
Everyone at the studio is so friendly and helpful, they make you feel at home instantaneously. I was a little nervous my first class, but the teacher helped me through the entire time.
I am most happy about the results! I have never felt so fit in my life and love the way my clothes fit!
Thanks Pure Barre!

What’s not to love about Pure Barre West Portal! Lauren shows great leadership qualities. She constantly pushes her team and keeps them all up to date on the latest workouts. Even when I feel I’m in my best shape the class does not disappoint in difficulty. I try to come 7 days a week and 7 days a week I am challenged with all the lifting, toning, burning, and shaking.
The teachers are so easy to talk to and friendly that every day I feel like I’m hanging out with friends. It’s the best way to start my day! The teachers are motivating but not pushy, they just want you to do the best you can do for you and not cheat yourself. What’s great is that even though the class triggers the same body parts in the same order each day, every teacher has her own style and playlist to make each workout different than the last.
If you are looking for a fun challenge — look no further! Pure Barre WP is where it’s at!

Lauren and her team are crushing it on WP!
Pure Barre is a great low intensity workout that has really helped tone my body with all my «shaking»! I love the changes in the routines so no day is like the previous while working the key areas of my body. I notice a strong, lean body when I’m consistent.
Above all else, the team that works there are all friendly and awesome girls. I always feel like I’m going to workout with friends!
I would absolutely recommend to anyone to at least give it a shot!

I started Pure Barre at a different location and though I enjoyed it enough to start again at West Portal when I moved, I didn’t love it… until now!
I’ve tried many other workouts and in just a few classes a week, this low impact workout is giving me the results that I’ve wanted to achieve for a long time. The instructors are very kind and helpful and great at giving modifications if needed.
I also love that Lauren, the owner, frequently has fun incentives and games for attending class, which I find helpful for motivation and tracking how often I attend.

Purebarre has always provided a challenge that makes me long for it after just less than 60 minutes of quivering muscles. After one class of shaking limbs, sore arms and inflammed palms, you notice the change in your form right away. And this is why it’s addicting. But what sets this studio apart is the warmth that the teachers and the staff make you feel and the additional perks they offer every month! They can’t seem to be out of great ideas and fun events to maintain that tightnit community of women (and some men) that they have created to lift, tone and burn!

I only have love for Pure Barre. I am seven months into the barre workouts and tried other barre techniques both in San Francisco and in the South bay. I’ve also done yoga and pilates but my body doesn’t care for those classes.
I used to attend a traditional gym 3 – 4 days a week and ran a few miles on my «off» days. I saw results, but I craved a toner, stronger, and leaner body without having to give up my favorite foods (cheese burgers, sushi, meatloaf). I’ve seen more results from 1 month of barre workouts (attending 4 – 5 classes a week) than from two months at the gym. I also was able to eliminate my «trouble» area aka lower belly.
The previous Barre Studio I attended in the South Bay didn’t provide the burn I craved and I could see the reverse transformation which did not make me happy. I signed up for Pure Barre as soon as I got back. I am three weeks out since I returned and I am loving the results. I feel strong, lean and confident about my body. «Girl push-​ups» are no longer my only option — I can do real push ups (yay!)! Pure Barre definitely helps in the confidence department in this Indian Summer we currently have going on in San Francisco, but then I always tell myself everyday is a Beach Day since San Francisco is so unpredictable — we gotta be on our tippy toes and tuck, tuck, tuck.
What I love most is that these classes are low-​impact and anyone from any level of athleticism (or not) can attend the same class.
I highly recommend coming to at least 2 – 4 classes before deciding whether barre workouts are for you. Class goes by quickly.
Lauren and her team are great. They are friendly and welcoming. I’ve mainly attend class with Lauren, Patty, and Stephany. I also wish Carly taught more often because she kicks butt! The instructors provide form correction and tons of motivation. They’ll even help you before/​after class!
The only criticism that I have is to provide a few more seconds to each stretch. Sometimes I get into formation and it’s already time to switch.
Dress Code:
sticky socks
pants that cover your knees — I wore moderate shorts on the day SF was in the 90 – 100’s and Lauren kindly reminded me about the pants code :)
Studio:
–1 bathroom, changing room, and cubby hole to place your belongings
–the studio gets a bit stuffy during the warm up, but the ceiling fans will fix the heat
–no showers
–no child care
Parking:
not bad, just park in the residential area one street over and walk a block. The weekends may get a little tricky. And maybe give yourself an extra 5 minutes (or not if you don’t want to stretch before class) since there is street construction.

Starting off 2015 on a new foot, I decided to try out barre classes for the first time because after coming back from college, I wanted to get into working out again and learn something new while I’m at it. Selina was at the front desk and helped me sign up with my first month of unlimited classes for $ 100, and ever since I’ve been hooked! I went for the 6 month membership after my promo period was over. (first two months were $ 125, the last 4 were $ 165).
Pure Barre provides a 55 minute workout full of isometric movements and using your own resistance against yourself to strengthen and tone your muscles. Can’t forget the tucking and pulsing! You might not think it’s doing much, but after your first few classes you’ll realize you’re sore in all the weird places that you never knew existed. I remember falling into the routine of going about 3x a week, dreading it a little bit just because it was another thing that took time out of my day. Eventually it grew to be something that I looked forward to (and tried going 5x a week) because it became 55 minutes of ME time away from outside distractions where I got to focus on my body, physically and mentally.
There are so many aspects that i loved about Pure Barre; the convenience of using the app to book classes (highly recommend), staff making the effort to remember names, positive reinforcement during each workout from all the instructors and correcting your form when needed, limiting their classes to 20 people per session, and being accommodating when it came to waiving late charges/​cancel/​reschedule a booking last minute.
Thank you all for making my experience here great!

I am just about finished with my first month of Pure Barre and I can’t say how happy I am that I stuck with it, despite my urges to quit, legs quivering. I am extremely satisfied with the level of attention that the instructors give to each person in class and the results!
Pure Barre has shaped muscles that I didn’t know I had, hidden under many layers of fat!
The one downfall is that it is a bit of a financial commitment, making it hard to continue taking classes.

Yeap! I still absolutely love Pure Barre west portal! If anything I love it now more than before! I wanted to give an update just because I found out yesterday that I have lost 20lbs!!! (I generally don’t weight myself, but had to go to a doctors checkup) I know all the weight loss is due to Pure Barre and I cannot be more grateful! This changed my life and everyone should give it a try!

I just moved to San Francisco from Seattle, so it was important for me to find a great studio to workout at. My sister-​in-​law reccommended Pure Barre to me so I thought I would give it a try. After 8 classes I can pretty much sum up why I’m officially hooked:
Cute space. Not the most important thing, but I love working out in a well-​designed space.
Challenging workout. In 55 minutes you get a full-​body workout. I love the stretching sessions that help create long, lean muscles. Bulky is definitely not what I’m looking for. I felt awesome after the workout.
I’m seeing results. In just 8 classes I already feel more toned and see more definition. Especially the upper thighs and abs.
Great music. Music is really important to me during a workout. They keep it upbeat and fun. I’ve been to many classes in the past where instructors play the music they like instead of what they think everyone will love.
Pure Barre is a bit spendy but I think it’s worth it!

After months of encouragement from a die hard barre enthusiast to give it a try, I finally signed up for my first class. I have never really been into classes, instead preferring to work with 1:1 with a personal trainer or getting in my cardio time via hiking, running, walking or gym workouts. I have tried yoga and Pilates but did not find either of them very satisfying on its own. I enjoy vigorous-​intensity exercises (as much as one can «enjoy» these things) and working up a good sweat.
A lingering injury resulting from my marathon training forced me to find an alternative workout that would not place too much stress on my achilles tendon and Pure Barre was the answer. As a bonus, my physical therapist approved of this activity during my recovery and rehab.
TUCK LEFT… TUCK RIGHT… TUCK LEFT… TUCK RIGHT… TUCK…TUCK…TUCK
During my first class, Lauren, the owner, showed me the ropes and made me feel very welcome. She explained the basic moves to me and assured me that I would be fine. We did discuss my injury but was told I wouldn’t be doing anything to put stress on it. The 60 minutes flew by and before I knew it, class was over! I was drenched in sweat and my arms, abs, thighs and glutes received a total workout. In fact I was sore for the next three days. The class was fairly fast-​paced and Lauren provided words of encouragement as well as assistance to those that needed slight adjustments to correct their positions. I never expected to enjoy the class as much as I did.
PRESS BACK HOLD… PRESS BACK FREEZE…
I have taken multiple classes with almost all instructors and they are all good. I have my preferences when it comes to the style of each instructor but all of them teach the same fundamental moves, provide a great workout experience and have been very patient and open to questions after class.
In addition to the full body workout, the music is what really makes it for me. It’s loud and there’s a lot of variety in the song list. Workouts are coordinated to the beat of the music and really helps to get through some sets of reps.
DON’T FORGET TO BREATHE… WWHHOOO…WWHHOOO…WWHHOOO…
I enjoy the mix of cardio moves, yoga, pilates, dumb bell workouts and stretching. I have definitely noticed the change in my flexibility and my upper body strength due to all those push ups and planks. As for the work out at the barre, the moves might be small, but the reps are high so your thighs and glutes will definitely feel the burn.
EMBRACE THE SHAKE… FEEL THAT BURN…
All skill levels, ages and backgrounds (athletes, dancers, new/​expecting moms, complete neophytes, recovering from injuries) are represented in the classes. There is a «lite» class for those that want to take it a bit slower, a bit easier.
The vibe is pretty mellow in the studio and everyone is quite friendly vs. some places that can get rather competitive and intense. That scene is not Pure Barre West Portal, I assure you. I’ve met some really great people in the classes and look forward to seeing them every week.
BEND AND STRETCH… A LITTLE BIT STRAIGHTER… A LITTLE BIT HIGHER
As suggested it did take me about 10 classes to start to feel really comfortable with the routine and some of the positions. The instructors keep things fresh by changing the routines every few weeks. Some are variations on familiar positions but some area entirely new moves.
Parking is not an issue as there is free 2 hour parking nearby, but all parking on West Portal Avenue is metered.
The Pure Barre app is a breeze to use and makes it easy to schedule or reschedule classes with a few taps of the screen.
Thank you for bringing Pure Barre to this part of town!
LIFT.TONE.BURN.

I’ve been going to Pure Barre about 3−4x a week now and I just LOVE it. I have absolutely noticed a change in my body: my thighs, «seat», arms and tummy are noticeably sculpted and toned (I don’t want to tell you how often I admire my arms or flex in the mirror, but it’s a lot)
I love that every class has the same flow so I know what to expect, but they mix up the exercises everyday so you’re always testing new muscles and trying something different.
If you are beginner or a seasoned athlete, I would encourage you to try PureBarre — it’s easy to learn the flow, yet you will always be challenged and see results. I would even go as far to say it’s one of my favorite workouts I’ve ever done (and I’ve done a lot!)