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Barre-bies,
I am always telling you to drink more water and here are some reasons why you should.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Benefits of drinking water
Barre-bies,
I am always telling you to drink more water and here are some reasons why you should.
Friday, December 7, 2012
New Classes Rochester
Starting next week new Roc the Barre classes will be available.
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| Sunday 10am-11am Open Level Roc the Barre Studio C Starting December 9th Thursday 7pm-8pm Open Level Roc the Barre Studio A Starting December 13th Tuesday 6:05-6:40pm Express Barre Cardio Studio A December 11 & 18 discounted sample classes! *Barre cardio class breaks for the holidays and resumes January 8th Register for class by emailing here. Please specify location, date, day, and time of class. *Minimum 4 students per class or class may be cancelled. **Maximum number of students depends on the studio.
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The "best" barre workout in your area
Hi Barre-bies!
I've seen the occasional barre class/ fitness studio claim that they have the "best" barre workout in whatever area they are in. If you know anything about barre, then you know that no one can claim such a thing. I teach a great barre method and give my students a great barre workout. I am not arrogant or ignorant enough to claim that I have the "best" barre workout in my area.
Anyone who claims to have the "best" barre workout in the area has clearly not taken barre classes for very long, and has never taken multiple methods of barre. As long as a barre instructor is actually certified by a reputable barre studio and has experience teaching barre, then there is no right or wrong, best or worst.
As described in my previous blog post Not all barre classes are created equal, there are many different barre methods out there. The best barre method/teacher/workout for you depends on you. It depends on your needs and your likes.
So beware of anyone or any studio that claims to have the "best" barre workout or barre method. If they are ignorant enough to make a claim like that, then they obviously are too ignorant to have produced a barre class of any substance. Your best bet is to try a barre class elsewhere.
I'll see you at the barre!
Kerry S.
Roc the Barre
www.rocthebarrerochester.com
I've seen the occasional barre class/ fitness studio claim that they have the "best" barre workout in whatever area they are in. If you know anything about barre, then you know that no one can claim such a thing. I teach a great barre method and give my students a great barre workout. I am not arrogant or ignorant enough to claim that I have the "best" barre workout in my area.
Anyone who claims to have the "best" barre workout in the area has clearly not taken barre classes for very long, and has never taken multiple methods of barre. As long as a barre instructor is actually certified by a reputable barre studio and has experience teaching barre, then there is no right or wrong, best or worst.
As described in my previous blog post Not all barre classes are created equal, there are many different barre methods out there. The best barre method/teacher/workout for you depends on you. It depends on your needs and your likes.
So beware of anyone or any studio that claims to have the "best" barre workout or barre method. If they are ignorant enough to make a claim like that, then they obviously are too ignorant to have produced a barre class of any substance. Your best bet is to try a barre class elsewhere.
I'll see you at the barre!
Kerry S.
Roc the Barre
www.rocthebarrerochester.com
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Not all barre classes are created equal
Hello Barre-bies!
For the record, I have never certified anyone to teach barre. Make sure your barre teacher is certified to teach barre from an actual barre studio because there is a lot that goes into a barre class and if you're teacher isn't certified, they can hurt someone. At the very least, they won't be able to do proper barre modifications or help you get the most out of your barre workout. Experience teaching barre is also a factor in that mix. Do your research ladies and find the best barre method for you.
As far as certifications go, anyone can print up an official looking certification. Make sure you get the name of the barre studio and the person in charge of training's name. If they say they used a training manual, then who wrote it? Who taught their training course? When you are certified there is always a training manual, a training course, a lead training instructor, and many hours at the barre. Then, look up that studio and person yourself. Call or visit the studio and confirm that your barre teacher was actually certified there. You'd be surprised what crappy individuals in this world would try to pull over on you.
What are the differences in barre classes?
Although barre was pioneered by one person, there are many differences between barre classes today. For example, some schools of thought believe in keeping a neutral spine for the workout while others prefer a slight tuck the entire time. Some barre classes utilize many props while others prefer to keep it simple. Most barre classes are indoors while others are on a surf board in the ocean. Some instructors teach a fast paced barre class with an emphasis on burning more calories and keeping the heart rate up while others work at a slower, burning pace. Some barre instructors use mainly classic ballet moves when other barre instructors utilize more modern pilates movements.
As long as your barre instructor is certified and experienced, there is no right or wrong. It's all about how they teach and how you like their class. Maybe you prefer classic ballet moves to the pilates inspired workout. Maybe you need a fast paced barre cardio class. You won't know until you try. In barre, the best thing really is to try a class and see what you think. If you don't like it, there are other options. If you do like it, then you've found your newest addiction and a good instructor to make you feel the burn.
Kerry S.
Roc the Barre
www.rocthebarrerochester.com
email us!
For the record, I have never certified anyone to teach barre. Make sure your barre teacher is certified to teach barre from an actual barre studio because there is a lot that goes into a barre class and if you're teacher isn't certified, they can hurt someone. At the very least, they won't be able to do proper barre modifications or help you get the most out of your barre workout. Experience teaching barre is also a factor in that mix. Do your research ladies and find the best barre method for you.
As far as certifications go, anyone can print up an official looking certification. Make sure you get the name of the barre studio and the person in charge of training's name. If they say they used a training manual, then who wrote it? Who taught their training course? When you are certified there is always a training manual, a training course, a lead training instructor, and many hours at the barre. Then, look up that studio and person yourself. Call or visit the studio and confirm that your barre teacher was actually certified there. You'd be surprised what crappy individuals in this world would try to pull over on you.
What are the differences in barre classes?
Although barre was pioneered by one person, there are many differences between barre classes today. For example, some schools of thought believe in keeping a neutral spine for the workout while others prefer a slight tuck the entire time. Some barre classes utilize many props while others prefer to keep it simple. Most barre classes are indoors while others are on a surf board in the ocean. Some instructors teach a fast paced barre class with an emphasis on burning more calories and keeping the heart rate up while others work at a slower, burning pace. Some barre instructors use mainly classic ballet moves when other barre instructors utilize more modern pilates movements.
As long as your barre instructor is certified and experienced, there is no right or wrong. It's all about how they teach and how you like their class. Maybe you prefer classic ballet moves to the pilates inspired workout. Maybe you need a fast paced barre cardio class. You won't know until you try. In barre, the best thing really is to try a class and see what you think. If you don't like it, there are other options. If you do like it, then you've found your newest addiction and a good instructor to make you feel the burn.
Kerry S.
Roc the Barre
www.rocthebarrerochester.com
email us!
Some terms you hear in barre class
Via Fitsugar:
http://www.fitsugar.com/Terms-You-Hear-Barre-Class-25780948
To add to this:
Arms in first position means arms out in front of your chest, actively engaged, with soft elbows.
Arms in fifth position means arms up over head, actively engaged, with soft elbows.
Parallel means feet are parallel to each other. The legs may be zipped up (everything squeezing together) or simply parallel to one another.
Pulse refers to moving up and down an inch.
http://www.fitsugar.com/Terms-You-Hear-Barre-Class-25780948
To add to this:
Arms in first position means arms out in front of your chest, actively engaged, with soft elbows.
Arms in fifth position means arms up over head, actively engaged, with soft elbows.
Parallel means feet are parallel to each other. The legs may be zipped up (everything squeezing together) or simply parallel to one another.
Pulse refers to moving up and down an inch.
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