barre3

After researching many Barre studios in the St. Louis area I decided to try Barre 3 and my experience did not disappoint!
— staff was very nice and helpful
— facilities to shower
— clientele was down to earth
— studio was clean
— lockers and cubbies are available to store your things
— tons of options for class times, especially on Saturday. Many studios in the area only have early Saturday classes, Barre 3’s went as late as 11:45am (way more hangover friendly than 8am)
— Lastly, the workout was amazing!
Go here. You won’t regret it.

The staff is very friendly and shows you around and the teacher does modifications that will suit any fitness level. She also comes around to make sure you have the correct form. The location is clean and spacious. They have everything you need there. However, I will warn you, this is NOT an easy workout by any means! You will feel the burn. So come prepared. Maybe eat a little something 60 – 90 minutes before class. (Don’t ask-​long story). Anyway, ample parking and lockable storage lockers for purses. They also have daycare for those who need it. I’ll be back next week to do my 2^nd class on the 3 for $ 30 deal I got.

First review of 2016 goes to barre3… a place that I love even though it kicks my butt all the time!
Disclosure: I had actually wanted to get in on the barre craze for years. Then this studio (only barre3 one in the STL area) opened and Unilocal organized an event about three years ago. I went… and am still hooked.
Barre3 consists of hour classes that are a mix of ballet, yoga, and pilates. It’s supposed to strengthen your core, work muscles that «support» your body, and lengthen your body. It’s not really cardio, but you come out of it feeling that you’ve done cardio. You are mildly sweaty, your heart is pounding, and your thighs will feel like jelly. You’ll feel that «burn» whether you are a beginner or someone who has taken 300+ classes. I use barre3 to crosstrain whenever I get tired of running, and trust me, it works muscles I never knew I had. I really like it because there are different ways of accomplishing the same pose (ie doing it on the mat or doing it at the barre) with the same result, and the instructors are always always so supportive of directing you if a position isn’t working for you. Also, as a beginner, you might not be able to bend and clench for the full time… but if you’re more the advanced type, not only should you be bending and clenching, but maybe lifting your heels up and your hands over your head for a fuller core-​strengthening pose. And again, the instructors here are very excellent in adding those little details so even in a room of 20 people, you’re getting a tailored program for yourself for maximum benefit. The program also keeps evolving… they used to just use weights, a ball, and a mat, and now they’re also using resistance bands… so not all classes are the same.
I think the best thing about this barre3 location is the instructors. They are phenomenal. They are encouraging, full of suggestions, and very friendly. No judgments at all here. I do a lot of traveling and can only manage to pop in here and there, and they always treat me if I’m a regular. They are trained to offer suggestions in case a position is not working for you… or spotting and making gentle corrections if you’re doing it wrong. I’ve stood there at the barre at times, thinking that I have this position… and the instructor will walk over, adjust my foot, and man… yeah, I’m about to fall over and quit because it is now stretching a muscle and about to kill me. Each instructor is very different, and going to different instructors is a treat in itself because you learn different poses and ways to do positions.
The place is as spotless as it was when it first opened. Free lockable cubbies to hold your valuables. They do have two showers available. Spacious washrooms. Best of all, they have this toiletry table with hair ties, dry shampoo, hair spray, cotton balls, etc… if you’re headed out somewhere afterwards and have forgotten your «freshen-​up» supplies. They also do have childcare at times.
Barre3 online is my mainstay these days when I’m on the road and not near a studio. However, when I’m in STL, I always manage to drop in on a real class to maintain that momentum and push that they give me.

I am very new to Barre3. I am a personal trainer and a regular to exercise but have never done anything like this. I heard about this class from clients and friends. I have now taken 2 classes, both taught by Julia Morgan and WOW is an understatement. Wonderful core based workout with all the muscles of the body involved. The instructor was knowledgeable, professional and fun. She gave appropriate modifications for anyone who felt uncomfortable with any movement making it something everyone could do. Such a challenging start to my Sunday. If you have not given this a try, regardless of your condition, please do yourself a favor and take a class. You will be glad you did.

I am not the kind of girl that works out. I am certainly not the kind of girl that wakes up early on my day off after it snows in St. Louis to drive 20 minutes away to work out. Until I found Barre3 that is.
I initially caught on to Barre3 after spontaneously buying a Groupon for it on my phone right before I went to sleep one night. After weeks and weeks of it being on my never ending to do list, I called and scheduled my first class. I happened to schedule my first class with Melissa, the studio owner, who warmly greeted me at the front desk. I was given a tour of the brightly lit, clean studio decorated in the classic Barre3 orange before starting my first class.
The class was a mix of yoga and pilates with the assistance of a ballet barre. I hadn’t truly worked out since that one time I thought I would try a personal trainer, but never went back for my prepaid session because the first one had me walking like a 95 year old for a week. So given that my first class was tough. But I kept moving throughout the entire class with the encouragement of the instructor who suggested modifications for each exercise and stressed the importance of listening to your body. As they say «We are booty makers, not booty breakers!»
Melissa checked in with me at the end to see how I liked the class and even followed up via email. I have been back again and again since then and I am continually amazed by my progress. The girl that doesn’t work out can now do things she never thought she could… like a one minute plank… seriously!

OHHH Child! What a great workout barre training is!
I’ve been to quite a few classes, after purchasing a package, and oh my, you will feel that burn. Lots of toning and lengthening and balancing work, all to a dance/​remix soundtrack; which is a nice change of pace for me, a yoga regular.
Great clean + modern studio, and I really like the fact that barre3 has everything you need in the studio, no need to haul anything in with you — except a water bottle.
oh, and a lil’ tip: I do believe I saw a Unilocal deal when I last checked-​in…

Bought a package to take classes over Thanksgiving break and had a great experience! Studio is clean, instructors are friendly and motivating, and class is as hard (or easy) as you want it to be! There is always plenty of parking in the lot which is nice.

barre3 is not only a great workout, but I’ve made some amazing connections. The instructors are always positive and they really care about their clients. Whether you work out everyday or haven’t in years, it’s the perfect fit for anyone! Call ahead to book a class, book online or just walk-​in!

I am a dancer and loved Barre3 so much that I will leave a review at Unilocal so that others can benefit from it. I really think it is an awesome exercise for a healthy lifestyle and specially good for dancers too! I have danced for 20+ years and this exercise routines have strengthened many muscles I had not yet used as much. It is a complete workout with cardio and muscle strength included. If you are a dancer you might like to stay a couple of minutes extra to stretch after working out to make sure that you don’t stiffen the muscles you strengthen since dancers need extra flexibility to extend those arms and legs gracefully. But whether you are a dancer or not this is an excellent exercise for you and will definitely add balance and grace to your daily movement!
This studio in particular is well illuminated, neat and organized (I have not visit other Barre3 studios but it is one of the first things you will notice when stepping in) and lifts your spirit to hang in there in the routine and want to come back. Also the instructors are well prepared, and gently but firmly encourage the participants to continue the routine towards their goals. My first week I was the only one to stop various times to take a breath, (you know how humiliating that might feel inside, being a dancer, but, yes, we dancers don’t have a great cardiovascular strength, and there was even a beautiful pregnant woman moving without stopping, I want to be like her!!) and felt very well encouraged to take that breath and start whenever I felt like it. Also, the instructors are well prepared to also give modified movements for pregnant women that workout to have a healthy body and a healthy baby.
If you are reading these reviews you should probably just go to the studio and try a class for yourself. I am most certain that you will enjoy it from the moment you step into it.
Cecilia

I love barre3! The studio is clean, airy and gorgeous (I much prefer the cork floors over carpet at other barre places). The instructors are friendly and helpful, and the owner Melissa is often at the studio or even teaching classes herself. Everyone is very welcoming, and you never feel intimidated.
You make reservations online, and even though I usually book my class the night before I’ve only encountered a wait list once (and I made it into the class a few hours before the start time). The classes are definitely challenging, but the instructors offer lots of modifications. I love the emphasis on knowing your own body, and making the movements work for you. It’s not one-​size-​fits-​all, and that’s emphasized every class.
I have definitely noticed an increase in core strength, and for the first time in my life I have visible muscle definition in my arms and shoulders. Plus there are yoga/​Pilates elements, so I leave class feeling looser, more flexible and more relaxed. I’ve tried Pure Barre and Bar Method, and barre3 is my favorite barre method by far.

Great staff and workout! The instructors are friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is bright and clean.
You sign in upon walking in and are greeted at the front desk. Then make your way toward the back to place your purse in a locker to the left and shoes to your right.
I love that they have childcare! Its a nice closed off area with toys and barre balls.
This a great core and strength workout. I have weak adductors and have always struggled with strength training that particular area but with this class I actually feel the work out in that area. You definitely get a great glute workout!

Barre3 offered a fun, yet challenging 60-​minute workout which combined barre ballet, yoga and pilates. I attended a free class at a Unilocal event where the owner/​instructor, Melissa Stolze, thoroughly explained each and every pose to ensure maximum results. The focus of the class was balance, strength and flexibility — all areas where I needed some work! This beautiful, trendy facility featured two studios with cork floors (MUCH better than carpet!), locker rooms, towel service a childcare play area. I highly recommend Barre3 for a one-​of-​a-​kind workout with phenomenal instructors!

Great barre studio! Attended a great class with Nikki and know I’ll be sore tomorrow, which is exactly what I was going for. The studio and facility are new, immaculate and attractive. I have never seen an exercise facility so small that offers child care (only for select classes, though.) There were about 15 people in attendance – great turnout for a Monday am.