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Shannon Glenn-Helmer
Aug 10, 2026
Out of the blue they changed their schedule of classes so I could not attend them anymore and refused to let me cancel my membership until I paid for another 30 days that I could not attend. Do NOT do a membership here. They do not always offer enough class time options.
Reply to comment: I never saw anything about what the new schedule would be and did not know there would be no times that I could go except for the 30 minute class on Thursdays when I pay for 50 minute classes. I also cannot read all the emails that I get from Pure Barre. An announcement in the class would be helpful for communication. Yes, you do have a 30 day cancellation policy however I explained to you that I would not be able to go to any of your class times for the next month because of all your changes and lack of class options. There was no willingness to solve the problem, just sarcasm.
Within the last month, two friends of mine—both of whom joined Pure Barre because of my recommendation—have separately shared the same concerns about the newer instructor, Kayli. Without knowing the other had the same experience, they both described her as dismissive and unfriendly, noting that she doesn’t greet clients, engage with the class, or provide form corrections during workouts.
I’m hoping management can address this, as these concerns have now come from multiple people independently. It’s especially disappointing because I’m a longtime Pure Barre enthusiast, and this has never been my experience at any other Pure Barre location. One of the things that has always set Pure Barre apart is the welcoming atmosphere and attentive instruction, and I hope this studio can maintain that standard.
I started coming to Pure Barre Bloomington in March. From the very beginning, the instructors and members always make me feel welcome. Oh and the exercise...love it! Having never done a group exercise before, I was pretty nervous. It is always so much fun!
Great studio. Friendly and helpful instructors. Cute decor, but would prefer newer or non-rusty lockers. Love the music and the burn or shake. Some movements are confusing but I'm just starting out at this format and it's gotten so much better than my first class. Love that the instructor corrects my form and challenges me to go lower. After today, I definitely want to continue, however I struggle with a good time that fits my schedule. 6:30am is a tad too late. I recommend definitely giving Pure Barre a try.
Review update: So I'm loving the classes and I've made the 6:30am one work for my schedule. I've tried all three different formats and empower and classic are my favs (depending on the day). Only complaint is the rust in the lockers which if you put your shoes down first then your bag doesn't have to touch. Small issue but otherwise nothing other than praise.
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Yulia Azriel
Dec 21, 2018
I started taking classes at Pure Barre 1 week ago and in 7 days I took 5 classes. During the first class I felt horribly out of shape and weak and the pain my my left shoulder prevented me from doing a lot of the exercises. Prior to starting with Pure Barre it was really hard for me to get back into exercising because of the pain, I didn't feel motivated at all. During the second class I already felt a lot stronger and my body was more in control of the movements. After 5 classes, I feel my body is starting to respond really well, I am definitely feeling a lot stronger and the pain my my shoulder is almost gone! I love being motivated and challenged and this is the best environment for my physical body to grow and for my mind to feel inspired.