{"id":24705,"date":"2021-06-07T07:00:06","date_gmt":"2021-06-07T05:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/?p=24705"},"modified":"2022-08-17T13:55:57","modified_gmt":"2022-08-17T11:55:57","slug":"do-you-know-what-you-can-expect-from-a-barre-fitness-class","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/pilates-blog\/do-you-know-what-you-can-expect-from-a-barre-fitness-class\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Know What You Can Expect From A Barre Fitness Class?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A barre class is a thorough workout which blends elements from different exercise styles comprising ballet, Pilates as well as yoga. Mixing so many different challenging workouts may seem intimidating.<\/p>\n<p>Barre class is named for the main piece of equipment: the bar. If you\u2019ve ever been to a ballet studio, this piece of equipment will be quite familiar. You\u2019ll also make use of other equipment, such as a mat \u2014 which you\u2019ll be familiar with if you\u2019ve ever attempted yoga \u2014 or free weights, exercise bands as well as exercise balls.<\/p>\n<p>You are able to choose how heavy you want your weights to be, and your instructor will guide you through the correct usage of each and every single piece of equipment. They\u2019ll clarify how you will be able to integrate the equipment into the class to get the best workout possible.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Which Muscles Does Barre Target?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Core: You&#8217;ll do a combination of ballet positions and <a href=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/blog\/what-to-eat-before-and-following-a-pilates-exercise-session\/\">Pilates<\/a> moves to target the abs.<\/li>\n<li>Arms: Classes include exercises like military presses, lateral arm raises, and triceps lifts to work the arm muscles.<\/li>\n<li>Legs: Expect to perform movements like pli\u00e9s, d\u00e9gag\u00e9, leg lifts\/extensions, and other ballet-inspired moves that target the legs.<\/li>\n<li>Glutes: Targeted moves like glute raises help tone the backside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Trifocus Fitness Academy Pilates Barre - Reaching Ronde de Jambe\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kDNiMGxsfSA?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What Should You Wear To Barre Class?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>What you should wear to barre class depends a lot on your personal taste. It\u2019s very important to be comfortable in an exercise, so you shouldn\u2019t feel that you need to impress anyone with your barre outfit. Select clothes that will allow you to focus on the <a href=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/blog\/why-is-aerobic-exercise-key-to-a-healthy-brain\/\">exercise<\/a>. Here are our recommendations for what to wear to your first barre class as well as what to bring along:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Grippy Socks<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In order to make sure that you keep your feet firmly planted on the floor and to also boost your overall stability as well as balance during the workout, make the investment in a pair of grippy socks.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Snug Clothing<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to wear skin-tight clothing to a barre class, however an outfit with a snugger fit is a clever choice. Looser clothing may restrict your movement and make it more difficult for your instructor to see your form in order to give suggestions on how to adapt your body for each exercise. Grab your favourite pair of yoga pants or capris \u2014 leave your shorts at home for this one. You are able to pair your comfy bottoms with a tank top or a fitted t-shirt.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>Pulled-Back Hair<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Barre class isn\u2019t very fast paced; however, you do have to move your body in a lot of odd ways. If you do have longer hair, make sure that you bring through a headband or an elastic band to keep your hair out of your face.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>A Water Bottle<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just as barre class isn\u2019t high impact doesn\u2019t suggest you won\u2019t work up a sweat. A very important part of any workout is staying hydrated. Give yourself the opportunity to have a water break whenever you need one during class.<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/contact-us\/\"><strong>Contact Trifocus Fitness Academy<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to become a Pilates barre instructor then you should do our Pilates Barre Instructor Course. Follow this <a href=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/courses\/barre-pilates\/\">link<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/courses\/barre-pilates\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-23986 size-shop_single\" src=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Onlne-CPD-course.jpg\" alt=\"Trifocus Fitness Academy - Onlne CPD course\" width=\"600\" height=\"100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Onlne-CPD-course.jpg 600w, https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Onlne-CPD-course.jpg 300w, https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Onlne-CPD-course.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Onlne-CPD-course.jpg 768w, https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Onlne-CPD-course.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Pilates Barre - Trifocus Fitness Academy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZrdSASYdxwo?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/trifocusfitnessacademy.co.za\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A barre class is a thorough workout which blends elements from different exercise styles comprising ballet, Pilates as well as yoga. Mixing so many different challenging workouts may seem intimidating. Barre class is named for the main piece of equipment: the bar. 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