There is a place at the barre for all levels. Our barre classes are based on Pilates, ballet conditioning, and the work of Lotte Berk but are given a functional training twist. Among our barre teachers, there are DECADES of experience studying and teaching dance and fitness.  We have developed and refined our barre program since we landed in Lynchburg and it is always evolving and improving with continuing education and expanding staff.  We are trained and influenced by Tracey Mallett of Booty Barre, Andrea Rogers, creator of Xtend Barre, The Bar Method, and Merrithew Fitness’ Total Barre among others. Each teacher has creative flexibility to impart their own personal style and background to their class to make it appropriate, safe and effective.

This flowing class combines elements of Pilates, yoga and work at the barre to give you a complete workout. We use resistance created by a Flexband to mimic some of the repertoire done on the specialized Pilates equipment and added weights and balls to tone your whole body. Your heart rate will elevate but this class designed to tone and sculpt your whole body. Any student will feel perfectly challenged in this class. Great for beginners.

This upbeat class is infused with elements of Pilates, ballet conditioning, functional movements.  It is high intensity interval training that mixes bold heart thumping moves with form conscious isometric movements.  This class is less prop focused and gravity and is bodyweight training amplified. It focuses on strengthening all muscles from your ribs down with special attention on your bottom and thighs.  It is indeed HIIT at the barre so expect to sweat and burn lots of calories. This is an intermediate/advanced class and not recommended for those beginning a new exercise program.

Taught by its developer, Sarah! Enjoy a classically inspired, challenging workout that draws on both ballet and jazz disciplines. Barre Body sculpts your body while providing a calorie-burning cardio workout. The class includes the use of bands, balls and weights to build core strength while developing long, lean, flexible muscles. Set to a mix of modern and classical music, Barre Body will help you find your inner dancer with a focus on flow and an emphasis on choreography, such as coordinated movements of the arms and legs.

This format has been so fun to develop and we are certain that you will love it AND the results!  The Bohdi Barre class incorporates both the Bodhi Trainer and the Spring Ladders for deep strength and stability like nothing else.