• Address:36 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Phone:(617) 902-0761
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  • Rating:4.7
  • Hours:
Mon 07:00 am - 08:30 pm
Tue 07:00 am - 08:30 pm
Wed 07:00 am - 08:30 pm
Thu 07:00 am - 08:30 pm
Fri 07:00 am - 08:30 pm
Sat 08:30 am - 11:00 am
Sun 08:30 am - 11:30 am
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Rated 4.7/5 based on 18 customer reviews.
June 19, 2019 10:32

**EDIT** read below to end for update

I would love to leave a 5 star review because i LOVE the workout, and the ambiance and location are both great.

However, I had a really poor customer experience that was addressed in a very odd way so I won't be continuing my business here. We just found out my sister is pregnant so she was here visiting from the West Coast. I wanted to share the Barre & Soul experience with her. I dropped her off to settle into class and had her roll out a mat for me while I parked, then arrived one minute past the hour (the class was starting on the hour). Despite the fact that I had a mat and props out for me, and that my sister was here visiting from across the country, the person at the desk refused to let me in. Further, she spoke to me in an extremely disrespectful manner and degraded me. Then she told me if I had an issue to take it up via email and handed me a business card.

I followed up via email detailing my experience and never heard anything back. It was really really strange and jarring, considering this is a business that is experience-based and should be very customer focused. I'll definitely be taking my money elsewhere since there are so many good barre locations in Boston. I would not recommend this place to a friend.

UPDATE: Someone from the Barre and Soul sales & marketing team reached out to me to review the incident. They were kind and understanding and listened to my feedback. I feel much better now knowing that they value customers higher up in the company, though I would be happier if the incident never occurred. But regardless I appreciated the efforts to reach out and listen.

January 17, 2019 15:59

The studio is bright, clean, and beautiful. I like being in the space, and the location is super convenient to my office. But the real draw is Jenn Duran. She combines carefully designed and challenging yoga sequences with an incredible amount of anatomical knowledge and yoga experience. I always try harder things in her classes because I know I'm in good hands. I've learned so much and gained strength and flexibility.

December 2, 2018 10:05

I LOVE Barre & Soul. I've tried various other barre classes and the technique used at Barre & Soul is my favorite. The instructors are personable, have their own style, and make everyone feel comfortable. The environment is encouraging and friendly.

July 19, 2018 12:02

I love how encouraging and welcoming the instructors are! I'm nowhere near as in shape as some of the people in the room but thanks to the instructors I've always felt like I belong and that I can push myself to achieve more. I really didn't expect to keep coming back and buy a monthly pass, especially since I don't live very close to the studio, but the instructors were so amazing, they've inspired me to keep booking class after class!

July 19, 2018 12:02

I love how encouraging and welcoming the instructors are! I'm nowhere near as in shape as some of the people in the room but thanks to the instructors I've always felt like I belong and that I can push myself to achieve more. I really didn't expect to keep coming back and buy a monthly pass, especially since I don't live very close to the studio, but the instructors were so amazing, they've inspired me to keep booking class after class!

July 11, 2018 14:39

Barre & Soul is by far the best workout studio I've ever been to. I've been coming for years and the workouts remain challenging and exciting. I also really appreciate the emphasis that the studio places on body positivity and self care.

July 11, 2018 14:39

Barre & Soul is by far the best workout studio I've ever been to. I've been coming for years and the workouts remain challenging and exciting. I also really appreciate the emphasis that the studio places on body positivity and self care.

July 9, 2018 07:47

I went there with my boyfriend for a barre yoga class and we loved it! Great place

July 2, 2018 10:25

I LOVE Barre & Soul. It has been the best workout experience I have ever had. The instructors are so well trained - they are understanding, give great tips and alternatives - AND are your friend (I love that I am remembered when I come in!). It is not just a physical workout, it is truly a remedy for the mind and soul. I am moving to the North End from Harvard Square and will be making the commute back for my (almost)daily Barre and Soul! I cannot recommend it enough :)

July 2, 2018 10:25

I LOVE Barre & Soul. It has been the best workout experience I have ever had. The instructors are so well trained - they are understanding, give great tips and alternatives - AND are your friend (I love that I am remembered when I come in!). It is not just a physical workout, it is truly a remedy for the mind and soul. I am moving to the North End from Harvard Square and will be making the commute back for my (almost)daily Barre and Soul! I cannot recommend it enough :)

July 2, 2018 10:25

I LOVE Barre & Soul. It has been the best workout experience I have ever had. The instructors are so well trained - they are understanding, give great tips and alternatives - AND are your friend (I love that I am remembered when I come in!). It is not just a physical workout, it is truly a remedy for the mind and soul. I am moving to the North End from Harvard Square and will be making the commute back for my (almost)daily Barre and Soul! I cannot recommend it enough :)

January 6, 2018 11:28

I thought this was a great new spot when I tried a class through classpass. I even signed up for a second class and trekked through blizzard snow in windy 9 degree weather, on a Saturday morning to try a yoga class. However, when I wasn't on the roster, I was told it was now too late to sign up on class pass and that I would need to buy a $20 drop in pass or a membership in order to attend, even though there was a spot. I nicely asked for a workaround given the circumstances and was told no sorry I would have to pay for a daily pass or full membership. Then one of the instructors interjected into our conversation with a rude rebuttal that wasn't even applicable to my conversation with the associate. Was that really necessary? Needless to say i wil not be returning.

December 21, 2017 10:56

Great studio! Teachers are wonderful and are very consistent. I never walk in thinking that one teacher is harder than another - you always get a great workout in Barre. The yoga is really great too and it's great to have both options. I love that the studio has a focus on empowerment rather than body obsession.

The only two small down sides are: bathroom configuration is limited so there are always lines to change and use the restrooms, and the teachers don't correct as much as they do in other studios. Sometimes I've looked around the room and people look like they have different body positions but the teachers don't always correct.

This is a great home studio with lots of locations and a varied schedule! Love it!

December 21, 2017 10:56

Great studio! Teachers are wonderful and are very consistent. I never walk in thinking that one teacher is harder than another - you always get a great workout in Barre. The yoga is really great too and it's great to have both options. I love that the studio has a focus on empowerment rather than body obsession.

The only two small down sides are: bathroom configuration is limited so there are always lines to change and use the restrooms, and the teachers don't correct as much as they do in other studios. Sometimes I've looked around the room and people look like they have different body positions but the teachers don't always correct.

This is a great home studio with lots of locations and a varied schedule! Love it!

November 29, 2017 08:01

Both the Barre and yoga classes are fantastic - it comes down to the fantastic instructors on staff. The space is beautiful and clean too! I've bounced around from gym to gym, studio to studio, for over 5 years. This is the first place that keeps me coming back and has FINALLY gotten me into a true workout routine.

October 23, 2017 07:52

The yoga studio is beautiful, spacious, and has tons of natural light. It's also very convenient to the Harvard T stop

October 23, 2017 07:52

Great Place - Great People

October 23, 2017 07:52

The place is really nice, the rooms are clean and have a lot of light. Both barre and yoga classes are amazing. I would recommend Matt's yoga classes, definitely a good sweat.

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