If you've trained with us in person or online, subscribed to Barre Now or follow us on social media, you may be wondering how it all came to be. How do we deliver all the barre content online and the in-person trainings across the globe? Well, we're taking you behind the scenes of Barre Intensity. Read on to learn a few fun facts and more about us.
You've completed a Barre Intensity training over the weekend in person or online, but are you certified? Over the last year we've been asked quite often, will I be certified after this training? We're here to explain the difference between trained and certified and why we believe in the two.
Stay on top of your barre teaching game by understanding the five categories of cueing. These are categories we review during a Barre Intensity instructor training and require our barre certified instructors to incorporate. As trained barre instructors, we’re responsible for leading safe, effective and fun classes and the words we say will help us get there.
If you're a group fitness instructor, dancer or barre enthusiast, you might have thought a time or two “I wonder if I can become a barre instructor”? If the thought has crossed your mind more than once, the answer is probably yes, you can do it. If you're looking for a bit more assurance than just taking our word for it, read our 10 signs you have what it takes.
A good barre instructor is more than just the exercises they teach. Throughout our Barre Intensity instructor certification, we stress, it's not what you teach but *how* you teach it. Creative choreography is coveted amongst barre instructors, but creativity means little when it is not taught with purpose. Read on to hear about our three ways to effectively teach barre exercises.
The fitness industry in 2020 has clearly been redefined by the Covid-19 virus both virtually and physically. While these new norms affect everyone around the world, they may not affect everyone equally. What's your experience been like? What did you learn personally? What do you miss about the old norm? Our team has come together to share with you their thoughts on the time behind us and their hopes on the times ahead.
You might be in search of a side hustle or even a full-time role as a leader for one of the most popular workout trends, but how much does a barre instructor make? We’ve combed a few cities and states to find out the average pay of barre instructors today to help determine if a barre certification is right for you.
Just like starting any new exercise regimen, it’s normal to feel nervous or intimated over your first barre class. Whether you’re someone who’s used to the intensity of cardio, or somebody who doesn’t do much working out at all, barre can indeed seem like a mystery. However, rest assured that all the slow pulses and steady shakes are worth it—as long as you give yourself the chance to enjoy and get the hang of it. That being said, here’s what to expect from your first barre class.
With the plethora of workout classes available for you take, it's easy to get confused about the best one to try, especially with new ones being launched left and right. Thankfully, there are two tried-and-tested workout methods that you can put your trust in: yoga and Barre. However, since both of them have many similar elements, how do you choose which one is right for you? Read on to find out more about yoga and Barre.
All serious athletes come to realize at some point that cross training should be an integral part of their routine. There are many benefits that come with varying one’s workouts, from conditioning different muscle groups to improving injury prevention. That’s why they’re always on the lookout for the next best exercise that can improve their performance. HIIT, Pilates, and yoga are a few that have really exploded in popularity in recent years. Barre is now also starting to get recognized as an effective workout for fitness buffs. So, how do we persuade more athletes, to try out barre? Here are some key benefits that instructors should mention.
It's that time of year when we all start to reflect, set goals and recharge for the new year ahead. But how do you avoid that burnout as we finish the year out? We are giving you five barre training tips to help you keep refreshed as you refocus your barre instructor training for the new year ahead.
Gone are the days of burning a CD, downloading music illegally and spending hours searching for that next best playlist for your class! Welcome to the world of Music Apps and with so many to choose from, which one is the best for your next class? Well read on to find out the in's and the all about's of music we like to use in our very own Barre Intensity classes!
Passion, dedication and good old fashion Southern charm is what draws people to Barre Intensity Master Trainer, Maria Scafide. A true natural in all she does, this Mississippi resident manages Barre Intensity of the South. Get to know a little more about your Barre Master Trainer.
Jinger Parson is truly a master. Her ability to captivate an audience with her energy, knowledge and passion for fitness is one of a kind. While in her presence, all feel welcomed and although meeting for the first time, it's as if you've known her for years. We're proud to have this Scottsdale, Arizona resident a part of our team and share a bit more on what makes Jinger tick.
When you walk into a room with Betsy Strope, you immediately feel her excitement, passion and strength. This Lincoln Nebraska native travels the country educating current and future fitness instructors on the Barre Intensity technique and we're proud to have her a part of the team. Get to know your barre Master Trainer, then host a training of your own with Betsy leading the way.
Not only is Celeste a fabulous barre instructor, she currently manages the role of International Master Trainer for Barre Intensity. Her work on educating others in Barre Intensity and movement has brought her to the countries of Panama, Indonesia and soon to be Columbia. If you've had the pleasure of attending a barre certification with Celeste or participating in one of her barre classes, you know mind, body and spirit is at the core of who she is. Spend some time getting to know Celeste as she answers a few of our fitness questions.
The role of "barre instructor" is just one of the many titles Elyssa Sardy carries. To us at Barre Intensity, we have the pleasure of including the word "Master" to her name. If you've attended a Barre Intensity Barre Certification and had the pleasure of working with Elyssa, you know her passion and excitement for all things barre and fitness shines through. Spend some time getting to know Elyssa as she answers a few of our fitness questions, then join her for an upcoming barre instructor training.
As Master Trainers, we conduct our barre certification weekends with the hopes that the information we've shared is developed and applied by our trainees. Some trainees never end up teaching, some teach because it's their job, and others are so moved by the Barre Intensity barre instructor training program it ends up changing their lives for the better. This is the testimonial of Adrienne, a Barre Intensity trainee who set goals and attained them.
Our method aims to sculpt the body as a whole and burn a few calories while doing so, we teach with alignment in mind, and our instructors strive to create an energetic environment that keeps our participants motivated to push harder. We are proud to share the Barre Intensity method because we know it works. But we’re not the best fitness program out there, and here’s why.
