Barre Variations

Welcome to Episode 15 of the Barre Variations Podcast, where host Michelle DuVall brings the barre community together. Before jumping into the theme of the month, “Considerations,” Michelle runs through the training workshops (both online and in-person) happening in 2020. The word consideration keeps jumping into Michelle’s brain and means specific things to her but, listen in for all the possible outlooks it could provide.

Michelle interviews Kaye Straub, the Director of Training & Operations for The Barre Code. With multiple fitness certifications and degrees in both theater performance and mathematics, Kaye engineers The Barre Code’s best-in-class fitness program to be an efficient, effective, & inspiring experience for every BODY. Have a listen!

SHOW NOTES:

COMMUNITY QUESTION: “What dreams do you have for barre?”

Remember to email or leave a voice message your answer to this episode's community question to [email protected] or https://anchor.fm/michelle-duvall 

MORE ON:

Kaye Straub

Social: @slayed_bykaye and @thebarrecode

Website: www.thebarrecode.com

PODCAST SPONSORS:

Fit For Barre

Pointe Studio

Barre Goods Co.

Barre Where You Are

Happy New Year and Welcome to Season TWO of the Barre Variations Podcast!

Michelle announces her upcoming trainings and reminds listeners that there will be only about 6 in-person trainings in 2020 (because baby boy is on the way!). This month’s theme is fear - recognizing it, embracing it, and letting it go. Michelle provides an example from her recent teaching in London, UK. Later Michelle interviews Daniel Hurst, barre instructor for Equinox, Hang 5 Fitness, and Chicago Athletic Clubs. Finding movement through theater and dance as a child, his first foray into group fitness was teaching Zumba in the Bay Area. Now Daniel is a full time barre instructor in Chicago, IL and performs musical theater on the side. He is also delving into the writing world. Michelle and Daniel discuss the performance aspects of teaching; such as, how to use your voice in a range of ways to be commanding of your class. They also speak to how the fitness world provides opportunities and space to pursue other endeavors, not just one particular job.

SHOW NOTES:

COMMUNITY QUESTION: No question this month, just have fun!!

Remember to email or leave a voice message your answer to this episode's community question to [email protected] or https://anchor.fm/michelle-duvall 

MORE ON:

Daniel Hurst

Social: @danhurst331

Website: www.fitnessandfiction.wixsite.com

PODCAST SPONSORS:

Fit For Barre

Pointe Studio

Barre Goods Co.

Barre Where You Are

In the final episode of 2019, Michelle reviews her personal and professional

experiences of the past year. The good moments, the less than fun times, and the lessons she learned along the way. Barre Variations is entering its third year and Michelle has plans coming your way. She is looking for your input though so check out the community question.

Then Michelle interviews Lauren George, co-creator of the “Enhanced Barre Above Program” and the creator of “The Musicality Method.” Lauren is also a master trainer for Balletone and own “Clemson Fitness Company,” a studio in Clemson, South Carolina. They discuss the changing teaching trends in group fitness, and barre specifically.

SHOW NOTES:

COMMUNITY QUESTION: “What highlights from 2019 would you like to see repeated and expanded in 2020?”

Remember to email or leave a voice message your answer to this episode's community question to [email protected] or https://anchor.fm/michelle-duvall 

More on Lauren George

Social: @laurengeorgefitness

Website: www.laurengeorgefitness.com

In Episode 11, Michelle designates the entire month of November as the Month of Thankfulness, not just Thanksgiving Day. Listen to Michelle recap the amazing experience “Barre Babes Unite,” hosted at Michelle’s home studio in Brooklyn, New York. She announces a free live stream event happening the day after Thanksgiving and how to register. Later she interviews personal trainer and barre teacher Sofie Calvert, creator of Barre Brunch Club. As Sofie speaks from personal experience about the benefits of low impact exercise to rehabilitate injuries. They discuss how to ease clients back the confidence they had prior to injuries (hint: it’s all about language and choice). Sofie explains the history behind Barre Brunch Club and why she felt strongly that there should be more to it than barre and brunch. Take a listen to find out the successful secret ingredient.

SHOW NOTES:

COMMUNITY QUESTION: “In what ways would you like to take your barre classes beyond the barre and out into the community?”

Remember to email or leave a voice message your answer to this episode's community question to [email protected] or https://anchor.fm/michelle-duvall 

More on Sofie Calvert

Social: @barrebrunchclub

Website: http://www.balanceyogabarre.com

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Barre Variations Podcast!

This month’s theme is creativity and Michelle discusses some possibilities from where inspiration for such creativity could come (the obvious and also the uncommon possibilities). Michelle adds to last month’s community question with a task to help you blend your personal talents with your creativity. Listen for Michelle’s interview with Jessica Bowman, a Bar Method studio owner and creator of the Barre Boss blog. They talk about Jessica’s journey from dabbling with barre to owning her own studio and the rise of boutique fitness as a whole. Find out how Jessica recharges when away from the studio and where her inspiration comes from. They both offer pro tips on how to make it through those classes when the energy is off or the clients are hit a nerve. Enjoy!

Subscribe and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, or our website at www.barrevariations.com. Support the podcast by listening and leaving a review on iTunes. Thank you for supporting!

SHOW NOTES:

COMMUNITY QUESTION: “What steps are you taking towards owning your worth?”

Remember to email or leave a voice message your answer to this episode's community question to [email protected] or https://anchor.fm/michelle-duvall 

More on Jessica Bowman

Social: @barreboss and @barmethodsolanabeach

Website: http://www.barreboss.com

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Barre Variations Podcast, 

This month’s episode discusses the different ways to think about abundance. Listen to hear how Michelle’s motto, “there’s enough room at the barre,” connects to the idea of abundance is a variety of ways. Later on Michelle interviews Kendra Alley, founder of “barreAlley.” They chat about gymnastics, the benefits of low impact exercise, and how “barrreAlley” came to be. Find out what Michelle and Kendra think about training in other modalities as a way to keep their barre classes fresh and interesting.  

Subscribe and listen on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, or our website at www.barrevariations.com. Support the podcast by listening and leaving a review on iTunes. Thank you for supporting!   

 SHOW NOTES: 

COMMUNITY QUESTION: “What does abundance mean and look like for you?”

Remember to email or leave a voice message your answer to this episode's community question to [email protected] or https://anchor.fm/michelle-duvall 

More on Kendra Alley

Social: @barrealley

Website: http://www.barrealley.com