Barry’s Bootcamp West Hollywood

I went on a Friday, full-​body day to a class taught by Barry himself. This class was hard! But in such a good way. I really liked the workout. In the end, though, I don’t think this studio is for me, for a few reasons: 1. The «bro» scene. Yes, this is West Hollywood, but where are the ladies? There were only about 5 in the whole class of 30 or so. 2. No water fountain! Say what? 3. Very cramped, dark studio space, equipment seems old. Not sure why it is so expensive. Yes, it is on class pass, but the desirable times are hard to get. For now, I am going to Burn 60, which has a similar concept, but a much newer, cleaner, bigger facility (and even has a water fountain, can you imagine that?), and is more female-​friendly.

I’ve taken Allie’s class a few times along with another instructors and honestly Allie is the best. She is so cool and casual and so encouraging where if you are out of shape or just are poor at the workouts she is still so kind about it. Highly recommend taking Allie’s class.

THE NOISE FROM YOUR BUILDING IS BREAKING CITY ORDINANCES. I will be making complaints to the city and to OSHA. I have emailed, called, and walked over to your business. There is never a manager onsite and I have only gotten lip service in regards to turning down the volume.
Any employee subjected to this kind of noise can and should report you.

Every muscle feels like it’s dying!!! But shedding pounds while doing it may be worth the slow death. This location is great and the workout is borderline insane. The pacing, music, and dim lighting increases the intensity and 60 minutes really does fly by. Get a class pass! This is no frills studio and the locker room is tiny and outdated. The equipment could also use an upgrade. But if you want to get in and get out and you’re OCD about your time, this place will work for you.

I love the WEHO location, i’ve been coming off and on for years. What I love about this location everyone is friendly and helpful. Everyone has their preference of trainers but I will say Seth, Ingrid, Chris, Alex and Blake are my favorites! All Amazing trainers. Not only play great Music but will challenge/​motivate you to get fit.

I took the Butt and Legs class a few days ago, and… I still can’t walk. This class was so much fun and the instructor was so encouraging and helpful. Wow, I need to come back because this class is totally worth it and you leave feeling invigorated and happy and stronger!

No bullshit. Get in there and work. They turn the lights off, blast the music and keep it changing up. Before you know it, its over! I dont quite understand how it happens but it does and then within a month of going just a few times a week, I could see the makings of a rockin bod. Couldnt believe. Love it. No frills but you can keep all the extras like the mint water, etc. EQUINOX… I just want a great body! Thats what Barry’s about!

This place is impossible not to love! Nearly a year later I’m a huge believer and addict. It’s hard to argue with results, fun, and most importantly, a major upgrade that keeps the building much cooler in the grueling hot months. My favorite spot to work out in, by a landslide, in LA!

The one star is for the Friday 9:30 am WeHo front desk Staff. The Chris TW class which I booked a week in advance is still great. Not sure if worth the hassle with the front door. The fact is that even if you book ahead and are on time they will give your treadmill away when they want to. I called 7 minutes ahead to let the front desk staff know I was stuck in the LA traffic but would be on time, just had to park, they said they cannot promise they will keep my reserved treadmill spot. When I arrived ON TIME the blond man at the front desk advised me he gave my treadmill away — Just like that! Even though I just had called him saying I was parking and will be right up, asking him to keep my treadmill. I am certain that the original owner did not intend the 5 minute rule for people who are actually showing up. This is just not good business. I found the Sherman Oaks staff much friendlier but the bottom line is that your front desk represents the business and they are just not nice. It is very disappointing.

I went to a Lorna Jane event here two days ago, and took Allie’s class, and I am still SO sore! Sore bums and arms, exactly the spots I wanted to work out. And, I thought I wasn’t working out too hard… but clearly I did plenty!
I really enjoyed switching up the floor exercises and the treadmill– a fitness instructor recently said at an event that she makes it a point to mix cardio and strength training for optimal results, and this was exactly that. Since my knees can hurt from running, I was told that my best bet is to walk on an incline while everyone is doing their running. Also– the treadmills have some kind of surface which feels really nice to walk/​run on.
My initial thought was that since I couldn’t run like everyone else, that this wasn’t the best workout for me, but considering how sore I am, I clearly have plenty of room to grow here if I continue to take classes.
I was put all the way at the side of the room, and it wasn’t easy to see the teacher. I would suggest, especially if it’s your first time, to make sure you get a spot close to the instructor.
Allie is an awesome teacher, she pushes you but isn’t scary, she’s fit and gorgeous and you want to do the moves so you can look just like her :) She was really helpful when I told her about my knees!
I’m trying to do more strength training and walking/​running, so this is the perfect class to come and knock out both. I’m really interested to see what results can come from the combo, so I will definitely be back!

If you want a great workout — go to Barry’s WEHO and take Astrid’s class! The other instructors are great but for no mercy, no excuses, just a GOOD SOLID ASS KICKING —– Astrid is your girl!
I’ve also taken at many other locations and it really is a great workout — its a «go, go, go» paced class so you don’t have time to think — you just do… and soon enough the 60 minutes is done! You will feel great afterwards. The treadmill work is tough but just know that you can go at whatever speed you need to! They WILL push you but take it at your own pace if you need.
Only downside is I wish they had a bigger locker room. There is only 1 bathroom at this location so if you need to get ready to go somewhere afterwards —- you’ll be hard pressed, plus you don’t want to make other people wait for you to get ready.
All in all, Barry’s is worth the money. If you truly want to get a good workout and not whine about it — GO THERE!

*Classpass Review*
Whoa, this class was crazy intense. I took a class with a visiting instructor from London, and it was awesome! Still sore the next day.
+Great, sweaty, kick-​butt workout
+The full body workout included intervals with treadmills and weights/​floor work
+Free parking!
+Really kind front desk peeps
+Lockers, towel service
–No water! :(
–One bathroom for everyone
–No changing area/​waiting area so everyone sits outside before class begins
–Very difficult to follow as the instructor was talking to the floor and the treadmill runners at the same time over loud music, and little direction/​correction for form
–Really small, dark studio
Would definitely come back for an intense workout, but I would definitely change beforehand and bring my own water next time.

This place is the
I love Seth Gs classes. He has the best music.
The staff is always really friendly.
It always smells great bc of the burning candles they have going in the bathroom and lobby.
Downsides: Parking is a bitch in that garage & it can get really crowded.

I came to Barry’s West Hollywood after going every week in Chelsea, Manhattan for a year, and I was SO impressed with the intensity of the workout and the personalities and energies of the instructors. If you’ve never been to Barry’s before, read up on the website what it’s all about, but it’s basically just high intensity interval training focused on one part of the body depending on which day you go. Honestly, if you’re decently in shape and have exercised recently in any sort of capacity, you’ll be fine because even when they tell you to run fast on the treadmill, they give you a range of speeds, so you never feel like you’re falling too far behind.
Ricardo was great because he was very encouraging and always brought us back to thinking about why we came to the class and reminding us that we could always go even a tiny bit faster, which was great. The music was LOUD and that’s the only way I can work out really. The best thing about HIIT in general is that each interval is super small — in this class in particular you weren’t running at one speed or one incline for more than one minute — and seriously you can do anything for just one minute. Even when you’re on the floor, things are always changing, and it never feels repetitive, and your muscles will KILL the next day.
There’s no shower and only one bathroom, which was a little disappointing since I’m coming from a ways away, and I would love to be able to shower right after I workout so I can continue with my day. The lockers are in good condition, and they’re right by the check-​in desk, and they give you towels for each class. I’ve been to a few butt&legs classes recently, and they don’t have «bootybands» like New York’s classes do, which is super helpful in targeting certain muscles, so I think that the classes would really improve if they had those. Otherwise, I honestly had an awesome experience, and instructor-​wise it was better than New York. The amenities and equipment, however need some work, but that’s no one’s fault.

Barry’s is hands down my favorite workout in LA. The class consists of 50% treadmill interval training & 50% strength training. Yes, the West Hollywood location is small. Yes, it can get a bit cramped when doing certain exercises. BUT! It’s a helluva workout & it really gets the job done. Each day targets a different part of your body, which makes it really easy to focus on your personal goals & to not overwork certain parts of your body. Monday is abs & arms, Tuesday is butt & legs, Wednesday is chest, back, & abs, Thursday is abs, & Friday — Sunday is full body. I’d be a regular member here if it wasn’t so expensive without ClassPass. (So thanks again, ClassPass. ILY.) I leave Barry’s feeling challenged, accomplished, refreshed, & ALWAYS drenched in sweat. Oh yeah, & there’s free parking!
As far as favorite trainers go, I love Allie. She can seem intimidating at first, but everything from her playlist to her training style keeps you motivated the entire time. She’s always very clear about the exercises & proper posture when you’re on the floor. When you’re on the treadmill, sometimes she’ll jump up on an empty treadmill next to you or stand behind you & motivate you through that final sprint. I’m not a huge fan of running or cardio, so having someone yell at you when you want to hop off the treadmill really is the best thing ever.
Pro Tips:
— Free underground parking lot located off of La Cienega across from the gas station & right underneath Earth Bar.
— Upon entry, check-​in on your left, they give tell you if you’re either on the treadmill or on the floor and what station number you’re at. If they tell you you’re on floor 4, you start on station 4 on the floor and switch to treadmill number 4 when the trainer tells the group to switch.
— Lockers can be confusing if you’ve never used one before. If it’s blinking red — it’s in use. To lock it, press the key, enter your 4 digit code, press the key again. To unlock, do the same thing.
— Only one toilet/​restroom. No shower, but there’s face wash & face moisturizer.
— Green towels on check-​in table are for you to use during your workout. Take one, you’ll need it.
— Included in ClassPass membership.

Good sweat and workout — if you actually push yourself.
Combination of half intervals on treadmill and floor exercises. Suggested interval speeds will keep you honest and working hard. Some instructors will call you out if they feel you aren’t pushing yourself.
During peak hours/​classes, space can get a little cramped and sweaty.
I’ve brought a couple of my friends that aren’t as fit. They got their butts kicked and won’t be coming back. One: because the class is really hard for beginners. Two: because they are intimidated by all the beautiful attractive fit people in the class. You definitely have to have a positive «do you» attitude coming into class.

Visited this location while in town on a trip. It’s passable, but the facilities need to be updated or expanded, or they need to reduce the number of spots in the class. Treadmills are older treadway designs that are harder to control than recent models with dedicated rubber pace/​incline buttons. On the floor, it was just far too tight — I didn’t have enough room to do a full pushup, because I had another customer’s step behind me and the weight racks in front of me, and I also didn’t have enough room laterally to do a normal pushup.
I won’t go back to this location, and I couldn’t recommend it to someone until they upgrade the facility or (more likely) move into a larger space. If you want to try out Barry’s, find a newer location that has updated treadmills, changing rooms and adequate floor space.

I am a fan! I am only reviewing Butt and Legs day with Alex. This class kicks my booty and I love it. Alex is just scary enough that I push harder and give extra when the burn makes me want to die. I feel new muscles when I use the booty band. His exercises are the perfect variety and timing to not get bored and to not quit. Many variants of lunges and squats, no surprise there.
I am not a fan of treadmills at all, not even a little, but these are really nice and feel low impact. The speed walking is challenging but feels good.
I have a good second day sore after.
I wake up for this 5a class, so you know it must be good.

I have been working out over 20 years and I can say this is the toughest and most rewarding exercise program I have experienced.
Everything else I can say has been said. All the negatives are in the facilities. I wish they would update it, but the workouts are so awesome I have put aside the uncomfortable facility.
The bathroom is really gross though. I wish it had bathrooms comparable to a Soul Cycle at least. Luckily Equinox is really close and I can go shower there if I have something to do in WeHo after.

The West Hollywood location of Barry’s Bootcamp is where this iconic fitness franchise started, it is definitely small, the parking can be extremely inconvenient and yes, the rumours are true– there is only one bathroom but all of this is unimportant. Barry’s truly is «The BEST Workout in the World», seriously– it will kick your ass in ways you don’t even realise are possible!
If you have never been to a Barry’s before it is (essentially) a 60 minute long, high intensity workout combining cardiovascular and weighted exercises. This is not for the faint of heart, this is the craziest, most intense workout I have ever experienced but it does become addictive! The results are too good for it not to be!
Classes fill up early so to ensure you get the best space for you make sure you sign up online so you can preselect where you want to be for the class and whether you want to start on the floor or the treadmill (I prefer floor), you also have the option of double floor if you get it in time!
Each trainer has a different style so it may take a few tries to find the one you like, I personally love Astrid above all else, Zac Gower is incredible as is Ricardo. Make sure you let the instructor know if you are new– they will talk you through the structure prior to your workout and ease you into things much easier than if you just jump in without notifying them.
Work hard, sweat hard and get ready for incredible results! If you enjoy bitching and complaining about hard work– don’t bother coming. Your negativity isn’t wanted in this space.