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The WHY behind UpBeat Choreography
You hear a catchy song and the movement just starts to come - you are feelin' it and your body begins create and then boom - you've come...
upbeatbarre
Jun 1, 20213 min read


SUMMER BARRE BABES
Summer is just around the corner and outdoor classes are in the spotlight! But Barre, outdoors? How is this even possible?? You need...
upbeatbarre
May 5, 20212 min read


No One Showed Up For Class
You may think, “ but she’s a creator of that format, or a master trainer for this,” or “she has so many Instagram followers - of course...
upbeatbarre
Apr 21, 20212 min read


BARE FEET FOR BARRE
Feet. Our base. Our stability. 52 out of 206 bones are in your feet. They’re, like, important, okay? And here’s the deal. The barefoot...
upbeatbarre
Apr 14, 20211 min read


FUNctional Movement
I was recently teaching a barre class and performing a side lying floor track when I began to feel my outer booty muscles cramping up. ...
upbeatbarre
Mar 14, 20212 min read


EMBRACE THE EMBARRASSING
"Hmmm, what to wear?" I thought as I was preparing to teach on a beautiful spring morning. My new white leggings were calling my name. ...
upbeatbarre
Feb 14, 20212 min read


NEW GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR TIPS
You've done it! You've certified in UpBeat Barre! You've gone home and taken the time to create your first playlist, have learned all...
upbeatbarre
Jan 16, 20211 min read


NEW YEAR, SAME YOU, FRESH SET OF GOALS
It's the new year! We all like a fresh start. While many boast the "NEW YEAR, NEW YOU", we'd like to think that the same you is more...
upbeatbarre
Jan 7, 20211 min read


The BEAT of UPBEAT
What is at the heart of UpBeat? What makes it BEAT? MUSIC CHOREOGRAPHY The end. In all seriousness, the fitness world is ever changing...
upbeatbarre
Nov 14, 20202 min read


WHY CHOOSE AN UPBEAT BARRE CERTIFICATION
With so many barre certification programs to choose from, why choose UpBeat Barre? Have you ever worked on a puzzle only to find one...
upbeatbarre
Nov 1, 20202 min read


Mic Check
Cue that beat! Good beats and sound are a highlight of teaching group fitness. Being able to hear the teacher who is instructing is...
upbeatbarre
Oct 25, 20201 min read


DEAR BODY, THANK YOU FOR __________ (fill in the blank).
Have you ever heard of the rice experiment? Essentially, you place cooked rice in clear jars and put them in the same spot for thirty...
upbeatbarre
Sep 12, 20202 min read


MOVE IT MONDAY - 3 Glute Bridge Moves
Join Kara as she guides you through 3 glute bridge moves you can add to your floor work in your next barre class to really feel the burn!
upbeatbarre
Aug 14, 20201 min read


IN THE CAR WITH UPBEAT BARRE Episode 3
You will absolutely LOVE joining Jane for Episode 3 of In The Car With UpBeat Barre. She has a way of sending her positive vibes and...
upbeatbarre
Aug 14, 20201 min read


TEACHER TIP TUESDAY - Ballet Terms
While Barre is a ballet inspired workout, you do not have to be a dancer to feel successful. Maren explains how use words to create an...
upbeatbarre
Aug 9, 20201 min read


IN THE CAR WITH UPBEAT BARRE Episode 2
Join Kara today for Episode 2 of 'In The Car With Upbeat Barre' as she discusses some of her go to tips for when you have a bad day as an...
upbeatbarre
Jul 27, 20201 min read


JOIN OUR CIRCLE AND LEAN ON US
Community over competition. ✨Always.✨ Life is TOO SHORT not to lean on each other! Experiment: If you are feeling competition in...
upbeatbarre
Jul 22, 20201 min read


BE DIFFERENT
“No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.” — P.T. Barnum⠀ ⠀ ✨Despite us at Upbeat Barre having many things in common,...
upbeatbarre
Jul 22, 20201 min read


IN THE CAR WITH UPBEAT BARRE Episode 1
Join Kimberly for our first episode of 'In The Car With UpBeat Barre' where we will be giving you tips, tricks, random thoughts, and...
upbeatbarre
Jul 16, 20201 min read


BREATHING WHILE EXERCISING
Just Breathe. Inhale through the nose, exhale through the mouth. Place one hand on your chest and the other on your belly. Focus on...
upbeatbarre
Jul 16, 20201 min read
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