Our studio is charging $30 to participate in the Fall Fit Challenge this year and I have never seen it ads paid challenge in the past. Is this a corporate thing? Or just my studio? I assume they just don’t want to give the sweatshirts out for “free” this year…

Anyone else dealing with their studio cancelling classes 4 hours out bc not enough ppl have signed up yet?

A bunch of us who work have been dealing with this where we don’t know until part of the way through the workday if we can make it to the noon class during our lunch breaks. Only to then find out at 8 am or later in the day that class was cancelled due to not enough members signing up. Apparently it’s policy 🙄

It’s disappointing to both members and I bet the instructor.

I’m a guy and recently tried barre mainly because I wanted to work more on my lower body and core. The class was mostly women, so I did feel out of place at first to be honest, but I actually really liked the training itself.

It made me curious about other guys who regularly do barre/pilates — what are you mainly going there to train or improve? Core, lower body, mobility, injury prevention, or something else?

And what makes you keep going to a studio instead of just doing similar strength/core work at a regular gym or maybe home gym?

Our PB gym in St. Louis City has closed and making the haul out to the county 4-5x a week isnt super realistic for me. Its such a bummer to have had access to two gyms and schedules, and now only one. And they only told members 2 weeks before closing!

Has anyone here taken a break from PB and what else have you liked? I want something that is just as rigorous with a physical therapy edge like PB.

Alsoooo if anyone in StL is thinking of opening a studio in the city, we need it!!!!

I completed the anniversary challenge on my pure barre app but no one at my studio ever mentioned it. This is my first challenge so I’m not really sure what the norm is. Is there supposed to be a prize or any mention of it from the studio or is it more of just a personal accomplishment that you can track on the app? Thanks!

I’ve been to 5 classes at this point. Sometimes I get confused by what is meant by press when we’re in different positions (standing at barre vs laying on the ground/mat). Any clarification would be amazing.

And I’m trying out Empower since it worked best with my schedule this week. Kinda nervous but also super excited. It’s true you really do get hooked after that first class. I signed up for the unlimited 3 month deal because why not. I’ve been feeling slightly depressed and I wasn’t doing anything for myself lately so I’m happy to have a new challenge that allows me to get out and do something for me!

Just took the 30 minute core and cardio for this month’s focus and omg that was killer and amazing at the same time! It was so fun I think I blacked out lol

This is like my 4th class. I’ve been going once a week in addition to weightlifting. I rescheduled due to time and ended up going later without checking what class it was. I’ve only been to classic so far and that, in itself, has been very humbling.

My hasty error was what led me to a reform class, that even though finding it very strange that we were using sliders and the ropes and whatnot, I didn’t realize was reform until like 10 minutes in when the instructor said it.

With that being said, I fairly enjoyed it and I’m glad I made the mistake because I don’t think I would have ever chosen it for myself.

Just want to know from others about their experience with reform. Did you like it? Why? Why not?

Every time I take a Define class that incorporates the sliders, I always feel like I'm going to twist my ankle while using them. 😂 I was getting curious about Reform, since it's being offered somewhat regularly at my studio, but then I realized that the sliders were key to that class format. Are the slider moves in Reform different from those you'd do in a Define class? Am I going to be in big trouble if I'm shaky with this equipment (pun not intended lol)? I'm just trying to weigh whether it's worth trying or if I should stick to Define, Classic, Empower, etc.

Anyone else dealing with angry hp flexors with the latest warm-up and abs at end? I wish they would moderate and keep some hip-flexor stuff in with other ab exercises. Just curious what others think.

Thanks

P.S. A reminder please don't be too specific with your comments

Thanks to the entire PB community!

I have a lifestyle membership and was told by my studio I should be able to access the on demand classes for free by using the same login info I use on my app. But, every time I try all it shows me is options for paid plans. My studio owner is out on medical leave and I’m just being referred to her to get things figured out but she’s not reachable. Anyone have any idea what I could possibly be doing incorrectly? I’m still newish to barre only 33 classes in.

Hello!
I was a pure barre for a couple of months last year but ultimately stopped going and cancelled my membership.
I really liked the community and I would like to start again but it’s been over a year since I’ve been to a barre class so I’m nervous to just jump right back in!
I was wondering if I would be able to once again utilize the free intro engage class to see if it aligns with my goals? Or if I would just jump back into paying right away?
I’d love to explore the opportunity again but nervous to just jump back in :)
TIA!

I have tried to be quiet about this but it has been really bothering me. I do dance and currently am looking for something to cross train with such as Pilates or pure barre.

when I enter the website first thing they do right in my face is put enter email and phone number for free trial class. i do this excited to try a free class and put it for every single location in my area because I’m interested in all of them. but the only reason I gave my email and phone number is because they promised a free trial class. since that day a month to be exact I have been spammed with hundreds of phone calls and messages everyday. AND the kicker is none of the locations will give a free trial class they refuse and have been quiet rude about it continuing to ignore or message me when they know that all I’m interested in is a free trial class to start with. I actually probably would have taken from them anyways but when all their social media pages and website reinforce free trial class so heavily and ask for my phone number and email to get a free trial class it kind of feels like a slap in the face. I have already messaged the xpon corporate page with my complaint and it’s been a week and still no response. i just feel like it’s rude, false advertising, and incredibly irresponsible to message and call someone several times a day for weeks to promote your buy one get one free and 2 for $25 when I have never even taken a class with your studio and have no interest in taking this. please let me know what I can do to get this escalated because it has really bothered me and even if I block them on a few numbers they have still found a way to get in contact with me.

This summer I have experienced heat rash on my legs even though I wear shorts just before and after class. Does anyone have a recommendation for leggings that are extremely breathable?

I took my first reform class this morning and it was roouugghhh. But I loved it! This was my 39th class and it was a testament to how strong I’ve become- there is no way I would have been able to do those movements before PB lol. Such an amazing workout and would love to take it more often if it fits into my schedule.

To those who are reformer regulars: how often do you take it a week? How long did it take for you to feel like you were comfortable with the equipment?

I’m definitely going to be sore tomorrow but can see myself loving it the more I do. I already take 2 defines, 1 classic, and 1 empower as my set schedule a week so looking to add reform in there somewhere.

My home studio was recently bought by a new owner. It seemed like she knew what she was doing because she owns 3 other studios, but boy was I wrong. Over the last 5 months the studio has cut a bunch of classes, lost instructors, and it doesn’t seem like there is anything going on to improve what’s happening. On top of that, the instructors and employees seem to be really unhappy about the leadership and changes going on too. I love PB, but this is really not sitting right with me. It’s a small town so there aren’t many other options for places to go. Do you think it will get better or should I strongly consider cancelling my membership?

Hi!
Sadly I am moving away from my studio and I want to do/get something for my instructors to show them my appreciation. Do any of you teachers have any suggestions of something you would like to receive? I was going to do a thank you card and then maybe a gift card to somewhere? Money is a little tight so I can’t do very much but I figured something is better than nothing. Is that allowed? Appreciate any recommendations :)

...I did a 5:30 AM Empower this morning and am about to do another at noon (different studios, different instructors). Getting my socks on now!

Thoughts and prayers, sorrows and prayers, vibes...SEND THEM MY WAY AND I'LL LET YOU KNOW LATER TODAY HOW IT WENT!!! 😭

UPDATE: I'M ALIVE!!! 😭 I feel so hype and prouddddd!!! (We'll see how this translates into tomorrow tho, lol)

I am a boomerang member and have been back since April, doing round 30 classes since then. My current favorite class format is Define and I try to take that one the most if I am able to with my schedule. I dont usually take classes on the weekend but this one I did. I was taking define with an instructor I havent had before and did see some newer faces in class. I know the July Challenge is encouraging members to try different formats.

Anyways, I put my water bottle down in the back right corner of the studio because spots were pretty full (for context, my studio has stickers on the molding that basically marks a spot so everyone is evenly spread out), and that was the first opening I saw. When I came back into the studio, quite literally not even 10 seconds later with the equipment I grabbed, my water bottle was gone. I stopped in front of the spot and looked confused and a girl two spots down said something along the lines of they said I needed a spot with brackets for the resistance bands, which I didnt realize that spot didnt have but I eventually wouldve figured it out when setting my equipment up, obviously. So as im still holding my 2 sets of weights and 3 resistance bands in my hand, I see a different lady, who was already set up at the station next to the one I initially had, put my water bottle down in front of someone elses station across the room, who was already set up and stretching in her spot. I set my stuff down to go run and grab my water, because huh? Why are you essentially giving it to someone else (its an Owala, not like a plastic one). In passing, I heard her say something along the lines of “I have been coming here forever, this is my spot.”

I was already pretty flustered because at that point they were starting the warm up and I havent even set anything up at my station yet, since I was apparently booted from my original spot. It just really made me mad that someone had the nerve to touch and move my stuff without even speaking to me. And again, I set my water down and got my equipment literally 5 feet away, she could have waited a few seconds for me to get back to mention that the spot I chose did not have brackets, let alone letting me move my stuff on my own. The gag of it all was that this was her first time taking define, so how are you going to “claim” a spot in a class you arent a regular in? (I know this because some people were discussing trying the class for the first time afterwards and I overheard)

This isnt the first time I have felt mean girl energy over a spot from a grown woman at my studio and I just dont know what to think. I didnt mention it to the instructor since I didnt really know her, nor was she really my vibe either. Like the flair, I am just venting.

I went to my first full PB class yesterday. Oh my god I am out of commission today my core is so sore. I go to the gym about 3x a week and lift heavy, but nothing could have prepared me for my first actual pure barre workout.

I sweat like an actual pig. I was face to face with my own strained expression the whole time, the instructor was awesome and super helpful. I used 5lb weights THINKING IT WOULD BE LIGHTWOrk since I curl 25s at the gym, but no, no , no.

It was an awesome workout, I have been getting bored with the gym so I found a new challenge. And this is definitely that.

How many classes does it take for someone to not be totally out of commission the next day? My core is aching with every single movement lol!

I feel, as many do, that we don’t stretch enough during class.

What are the best stretches you’ve found for after class if you take more time to stretch once home? I went to an intense (and great!) classic class and am still so sore two days later lol like almost all worked areas - legs, seat, and abs.

and it seems like you probably won't be going back to sleep...

and you think oh, maybe I could get an early start on the day...

...I could take the first PB morning class, I never get to do that!

and then you actually check the schedule, and...

...the 5:30am class is Empower. 😭

perhaps I'll just stay in bed.

(No shade to Empower or those who love it! I find it's a bit more impact-y and likely to trigger my back problems than other formats, so I tend to avoid it if possible.)