The Bar Method Pasadena

Everyone at this studio is super kind and inclusive. You're always greeted by name even if you're a sort of sporadic attendee, and the instructors make sure you're doing all the exercises correctly and always offer modifications. Parking is easy in the city lots for $1.

For me, this has been the most impactful way to exercise. I feel fantastic after taking a class. I like the variety of the exercises, and the stretches and plies done at the barre. The studio provides a feeling of community. Teachers make a point of connecting with every student, they demonstrate every exercise, and go around the room helping students. There are challenges in which students are awarded for completing a number of classes, and there are parties and get-togethers. The atmosphere is a real plus, and all ages and body types are welcome.

Excellent method and studio, usually a serene oasis though occasionally a class is packed so full that someone else’s feet are in front of your face for floor work. The studio is run with efficiency and empathy—when I injured my back (outside of class) and had to take a break, they let me pause my class package until I recovered. I’m thankful that a friend brought me to a class as her guest because I’d never tried the Bar Method! It combines some yoga, isometrics, small weights and a touch of ballet. Best of all, the bar method gets results: better strength, balance and posture.

I've been taking the Bar Basics class for a little bit and I just love this place. Its also pregnancy friendly which is amazing. Highly recommend! The instructor is very hands on and always super helpful and kind. I love that she remembers our names in class. It feels very personable in a big room. There's modifications for almost every move. So anyone can do this class and take other classes they offer as well.

I love Bar Method Pasadena so much. Pros: - Incredibly knowledgeable with thousands of hours of training -- I've mainly taken classes with Anna and Emily, the GOATs fr - Hypermobile friendly (!!!) - Diverse classes of (mostly women), all ages and body types. If you have any medical concerns like back, knees, or even just your age, they're amazing with modifications. - Community: it's locally owned (hi emily!!) and many people have been coming to the studio for years -- you see people with 100, 500, and even 1500 class socks. - Culture: it's not an intense culture like Crossfit or competitive like some pilates studios. The instructors + staff set the tone that we're not there for competition or looking at others during class to compete -- we're there to better ourselves. - Form: the instructors are great about correcting form in a gentle way - Beginner friendly: it's super beginner friendly - they always explain exercises well and demonstrate before doing it. There are beginners every class and most I end up seeing again, so don't be intimidated! Also, they opened up their studio to help the community during the fires. - Cons: It's hard. But it gets easier. lol. Also, I wish there were more class times, but if the only suggestion you have is - I want more, you're going something right. Logistics: - There are lockers and they provide keys. - There aren't showers AFAIK, so plan accordingly! - Parking: Easy parking at the structure at Delacey - no circling for parking stressing about timing. This is everything a fitness studio should be imo. Thank you Bar Method for being the best home away from home🫶🏻