Towne Barre — Local services in Towson

I’ve been taking barre classes for over 12 years at various locations and with various instructors. When I found out a few years ago that Tammy & Anne Marie were opening their own small studio, I was so excited, as they both were/are the best instructors I had. Plus, I’ve never really liked the atmosphere (crowds, smells, noises) in big gyms. I immediately signed up as a member, and am so glad I did. They’ve created a “cozy”, non-judgemental space for taking barre, Pilates, HIIT classes, and yoga. The space and equipment are clean and organized. Anne Marie & Tammy are approachable and helpful if you are new. They truly want you to be in the proper form and do the exercises correctly, so you maximize your workout, and of course, don’t injure yourself. Both of them, and their now expanding team, have a keen understanding of body mechanics and awareness, which makes all the difference in a workout. Since joining 3+ years ago, I have increased my routine from a couple times a week to almost every day because I actually love it that much. When I miss a day or two (even if I’m on vacation), I feel “off” somehow. I’ve taken classes from almost all the instructors at some point over these past years at TB, and appreciate each one for their different teaching style, personality, and music playlists. I’ve found it’s great to try different instructors at least 3 times to get to know them. In 2021, I hit a milestone birthday, but I honestly feel better in mind, body, and spirit than I did in my 30’s. I wasn’t expecting to start taking Pilates Reformer machine classes (thought I didn’t have the time—sound familiar?)this past year, but I tried it once, and now I am hooked on that, too. Reformer takes Pilates/barre to a whole new level, but it’s amazing because any level can do it! It’s so therapeutic—increasing, strength, body alignment, flexibility and range of motion. The classes are 3 people max, so you get attention and won’t get injured. Towne Barre’s clientele are women (men are welcomed & encouraged to come & try) of all ages (upper teens, thru 70’s!), proving that barre , Pilates, yoga are the best form of workout because they’re low-impact and easier on your body, and anyone can do them! As I write this, tomorrow will be the year 2022!! Don’t put off another day, week, year: come to Towne Barre and try a few classes! You’ll be warmly welcomed, and so glad you did! Happy, healthy New...

This was the first place I ever tried barre, and it set an unrealistically high expectation for what to expect from other barre studios. The instructors are so friendly, welcoming, and bring an energy to the class that makes even the most challenging movements feel fun. I found this place out of curiosity on ClassPass but it has become a central part of my exercise routine.

Definitely take Stretch and Restore yoga with Marley; it sounds easier than it is, and has helped me out so much with increasing my mobility. She has us moving in ways I've never seen in a yoga class before, and yet I never have the feeling of "am I doing this right?" that plagues me at some yoga studios. It feels like everyone in the class has a personal yoga instructor, because she will give the most intuitive directions or a hands on adjustment to everyone. She genuinely cares about each person in her class, and I consistently feel AMAZING afterwards.

Also a must-try: Barre with Brittany. I'm a very large man, so a barre class was a relatively intimidating environment to walk into. Time and again however, Brittany's contagious positivity has made me feel like I belong, and allowed me to really enjoy the workout. She is constantly engaging in a way that makes me give everything to the workout and have fun while doing it.

Bottom line: amazing vibes at this place; you should try it even if you don't think it would...

I tried everything, physical therapy (good ones too), chiropractors, Rolfing, acupuncture, gyms (Pilates, yoga, water aerobics)…etc.to find someone who understood my individual needs to realign my body. I was born with hip dysplasia. That resulted in a full hip replacement, back surgery, two meniscus tears, and I now live in a senior body. Going to the gym was ok, however, I never knew how to improve my overall flexibility, strength, posture…and areas of my body that just weakened. I can’t do floor exercises because I also broke my wrist…now resulting in a plate and pins to hold it together. You get the picture…and I’m blessed to have wonderful surgeons who put me back together…but not without limitations, My acupuncturist recommended Towne Barre and I discovered “therapeutic Pilates” with Tammy. It has been amazing! For the first time, I feel improvement. I now engage my core and understand what that even means. She explains why I am doing the exercise and shows how to do it correctly. I sit taller, my neck is getting better, etc. it’s only been a month working with Tammy but I can say, it is the first time I found someone who addressed my individual needs within the entire body. I am beyond thrilled to finally make the mind and body connection. Thank you Tammy. And I wish anyone reading this review will find his/her...