Total Barre®
INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Gain the knowledge and confidence to design and teach highly evolved barre classes in any setting. Learn choreography, exercise essence and correct biomechanics of movement, as well as how to effectively utilize the power of music to create safe and fun barre classes that focus on increasing strength, flexibility, stamina and dynamic stability. It truly is a program geared for everyone—no dance experience required!
Total Barre® Instructor Foundation Course
The Total Barre® Foundation Course provides the groundwork education for Instructors, enabling them to produce safe, effective and varied barre training programs that address the needs and goals of every client. The Course presents 11 specially arranged and selected segments – accompanied by timed selections of music – that serve as the template for each session or class and produce a balanced and complete barre workout. Participants are also introduced to the Total Barre™ Principles.
The dynamic Total Barre® program is intended for those already working in the fields of fitness or movement, or for those who want to learn how. Instructors looking to bring music-inspired movement to their clients will love the 11 specially arranged and selected segments that serve as the template for each session or class.
Segments are accompanied by timed selections of music, each at a designated pace and focus on individual areas of the body or movement type. After completing this program students will be prepared to teach the repertoire safely, effectively and with confidence.
Our Total Barre® program provides a balanced and thorough blend of theory, observation and practical experience to help you master the repertoire.
Become a globally recognised Total Barre® Instructor!
Requirements of course qualification
This course has no pre-requisites for attendance. All students who complete the Foundation Course are entitled to an internationally certified qualification as a Total Barre™ Instructor. There are no royalty payment requirements or restriction of trade regarding areas where Total Barre™ can be taught. The Total Barre™ Foundation Course will include a template, choreography, music suggestions and lots of ideas to extend the program within your studio or clinic – we encourage your own creativity to complete the Total Barre™ template.
Students will receive:
A globally recognised certificate and qualification (no exam)
World class large course manual and workshop booklets
Online digital training videos
Access to Total Barre™ logos & imagery PLUS ongoing support from head office in Canada as well as local support from New Zealand’s Instructor Trainer.
Upcoming training dates
Total Barre® Instructor Foundation Course
New Date: Launching soon
The 7 hour, one-day Total Barre® Foundation Course provides the groundwork for Instructors to produce safe, effective and varied barre programs that address the needs and goals of every client. Participants are introduced to the Total Barre Principles – six movement awareness fundamentals that provide the structure and biomechanical basis for each exercise. During the course, participants have the opportunity to experience the movements before examining the application of the principles, and learn the essence of each exercise along with the theories of dynamic stability, optimal mobility and movement efficiency.
Course learnings
Learn creative choreography of a well-balanced Barre workout.
Receive a template to effectively guide participants to modify and choreograph future workouts.
Break down various movements and explore the stabilization and mobilization required to achieve them.
Learn how to cue, correct and modify effectively for all populations.
Experience and implement six Total Barre™ Foundational Principles.
Participants are supplied suggested beats per minute for each segment of the workout they learn with optional music playlist.
Training Format
New Date: Launching soon
Total Barre® Instructor Foundation Course (7 hrs + 1 hr break).
Prices & terms
Total Barre® Instructor Foundation Course Price TBC
Workshop only price: NZ$175 p/2hr workshop (includes comprehensive notes)
Terms: Online Registration Form required, invoice then sent and payment is required to secure enrollment. All prices include GST.
Course materials
Please inquire for further information regarding purchasing methods.
Total Barre® The Foundation Manual
Total Barre®: Digital Video Link
Continued Education Credits
STOTT PILATES 0.7
Please note Total Barre® workshops also receive 0.2 credits each.
Total Barre™ Testimonials
“As always Sharon is warm, friendly and approachable, she has amazing content knowledge. Knowing we have her support makes me feel confident in going out there and doing it”
“After 10 years of Pilates, it is so nice to find a new way to move my body mindfully. So much fun!”
“Sharon is so knowledgeable, you could tell she has been trained with the best!”
“Absolutely fantastic course! Sharon was so thorough and full of passion and knowledge. It was easy to follow and understand. Thank you!!”
“Sharon, you’re the best! My 2nd course with you and again blown away by your expertise, enthusiasm, cheerfulness and knowledge. Thank you!”
“Amazing! Sharon has so much knowledge to impart. Loved all the training!”