Pure Barre

Reviews

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  Miranda Brozik

  Feb 17, 2026
  5.0
  Pure Barre Streeterville is my favorite workout class in the city! It’s more expensive than other options (ie classpass / corepower), but the extra $20/$30 for unlimited is worth it for the quality of the instructors & workout, the cleanliness of the gym and the community.
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  Betul Serbest

  Dec 26, 2025
  2.0
  The workouts are good and I really enjoyed being a member until I had to cancel because I was moving out of the area. The membership contract requires 30 days notice - which I gave them - but then I was told actually I have to pay for my whole next month’s membership because there was a payment on my membership that fell within that 30 day period. That effectively makes it like a 60 day notice period… to get out of a workout membership. The fact that my gym membership would require more notice and more process for moving than my apartment lease and anything else is absurd. Not to mention they have very strict policies for cancellations to the point where they will charge you even if you show up for the whole class for leaving 5 minutes early at the end.
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  Carson Mhoon

  Jun 17, 2025
  5.0
  I go to sleep so excited to go to class at 7 am the next morning! The results are a given but, the dedication of the instructors and music is off the charts. Every movement and workout is orchestrated to the beat of the music which gets me fired up and keeps me engaged. The staff is super helpful too and they’re always coming up with new incentives to motivate their members. They Are The Best!
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  Marissa Cohler

  Nov 12, 2017
  5.0
  Instructors are great as studio is clean and modern . Challenging workout for muscle toning
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  Minjee Kim

  Jul 12, 2017
  5.0
  The most fun, safe, and consistent workout for anyone, even those who have chronic injuries. It feels strange the first time you try a barre class (which can be any barre studio, but Pure Barre is one of the hardest), but I advise to give it a try a few more times before crossing it out. Sarah L. (manager for both Streeterville and River North studios) is a fantastic teacher with excellent music choices. She will make sure that you have a great time even if that means every muscle burns. The owner, Shelbye, is also an awesome teacher and is super sweet although she does not teach classes regularly. If you spot a class taught by her, go grab it! Platform is an aerobic version of Pure Barre, which gives you a different workout from regular barre classes. I love them both and it's fun to mix them up. It's a good idea to bring a towel for Platform classes in case the workout involves putting your elbows over the hard platform surface. (and of course to wipe off sweats during class) FYI they have a water fountain, lockers (no need to bring locks), and changing area but no shower facilities. It is a clean and spacious studio where you do not feel cramped.

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