Pure Barre in Montclair offers an empowering full-body workout inspired by yoga, Pilates, and ballet. The classes are carefully designed with low-impact, high-intensity movements suitable for any fitness level, building full-body strength. The studio runs a tight ship and is described as a clean location in the middle of restaurants and other businesses.
The workout itself is comprehensive, hard, and fun, involving a lot of muscle fatigue and isolation without causing joint pain. Instructors are noted for being kind, supportive, and excellent at correcting form, which is important for safety and effectiveness. The studio fosters a supportive and welcoming community where staff know your name.
There are some cons regarding this specific location. The studio is only open for scheduled class times, which may not align with posted business hours, and finding parking, especially in the evening, can be difficult. The required "sticky socks" must be purchased there if you do not have the approved kind. Additionally, membership packages are discussed after class and are considered pricey by some.
Overall, it is seen as a great experience and a great workout that can transform you physically and mentally. Many customers recommend it and look forward to returning, primarily due to the quality of the classes and the instructors.
I stopped in to visit this location and I believe they were about to close, but the staff went out of their way to accommodate us and let us in. The place is very clean and the staff is super welcoming. I will definitely be back
November 2025
I just reached my 100 class and am so excited. I love Pure Barre Montclair. I do not have a favorite instructor as I love all the instructors. The classes that I love are Classic, Empower and Define!!
November 2025
Took a Barre class with Colleen. She was great and the class was fun and also a lot harder than I thought it'd be.