FREE 50 minute Zoom barre class to help kick start your weekend. Barre fuses elements of ballet, Pilates, and yoga. This low-impact class focuses on small, isometric movements designed to build strength, flexibility, and endurance. During this class, you’ll be guided through a variety of exercises targeting key muscle groups for a full-body workout. This class is designed to challenge you physically and mentally, while encouraging you to take breaks as needed, while having fun!

This live streaming class takes place Saturday, October 19th from 9:00-9:50am Alaska Time.

Instructions and Zoom link for joining will be in the confirmation email. All levels are welcome.*

This is a free class. No payment is expected or required.

A replay will be available and sent to your email following the class if you're not able to attend it live.

HOW IT WORKS:

1. Sign up for your virtual class on the schedule page (right here)

2. Download the free Zoom app on mobile or desktop

3. You’ll get a Zoom link sent to your email to use when class begins.

4. You’ll also get a reminder email 15 minutes prior to the start time.

5. You’ll be admitted from the “waiting room” at the time of class.

6. Your video can be on or off. All participants will be muted when class begins.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

1. Light weights (1-5lbs) If you don't have light weights, you can use canned food or fill up water bottles.
2. Yoga mat or some kind of non-slip surface
3. Chair or something to help you stabilize (kitchen counter, wall, window sill)
4. OPTIONAL: Blankets or soft padding for your knees if needed

Kristin began consistently practicing barre prior to becoming pregnant with her son, Leo in 2020. Barre was another form of movement that helped Kristin develop greater body awareness and strength. Over time, Kristin began to notice changes in her body that she had never experienced. Her posture and core support improved; she felt stronger and more empowered in her body; and her confidence increased as she noticed that she could almost make it through an entire barre class without taking hundreds of breaks. The many benefits of barre that Kristin experienced inspired her to complete an online teacher training while she was 24-weeks pregnant with Adrienne Rabena in 2021. Barre, in addition to yoga, helped Kristin regain strength, endurance and mobility postpartum. She hopes her classes help her students discover their own inner and outer strength.