Manchester Barre Classes
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Immerse yourself in our inclusive range of adult barre and ballet fitness classes for all abilities. With each workout ensuring there is high repetition, full body training to intelligently exercise your body and release tension from your mind…
Join us in our urban studio, located in the heart of Manchester – be part of the buzz of the City
BALLET - BEGINNERS
90 mins
A session that follows the format of a traditional ballet class.
Providing a full body workout that is set at a faster pace to allow time to complete a comprehensive barre programme before going onto centre exercises that include pirouettes and jumps.
No previous ballet experience needed.
BALLET - INTERMEDIATE
90 mins
A session that follows the format of a traditional ballet class.
Providing a full body workout that is set at a faster pace to allow time to complete a
comprehensive barre programme before going onto centre exercises that include
pirouettes and jumps.
Best suits those with previous ballet experience.
BALLET - MIXED ABILITY
90 mins
A session that follows the format of a traditional ballet class.
Providing a full body workout that is set at a faster pace to allow time to complete a
comprehensive barre programme before going onto centre exercises that include
pirouettes and jumps.
Some previous ballet or barre workout experience is recommended.
BODY CONDITIONING (PBT)
45 mins
A session designed to enhance the ballet-based techniques used in all
BC workouts.
This class is based on the principles of PBT, a revolutionary programme that features the use of props which adds focus and intensity.
Designed to strengthen your core, improve flexibility, develop muscle memory and correct alignment and posture. A seriously fun way to enhance physical health and improve proficiency in non-dancers and dancers alike.
Suitable for all abilities. No previous experience needed. All equipment provided.
BARRE WORKOUT
60 mins
A session that will take you through the rigours of classic barre training
used by professional dancers, leaving the body sculpted and fitness levels raised.
These workouts offer clear explanations, verbal guidance throughout each
sequence and options to modify certain movements as appropriate.
The perfect class for beginners as well as those with previous experience who wish to
consolidate their technique.
The focus of this class rotates over a 6 week period, to give a comprehensive body workout. The focus areas are; basics & feet, calves, thighs, glutes, spine mobility and core strength.
Suitable for all abilities. No previous experience needed.
EXPRESS WORKOUT
45 mins
A quicker session that still offers a full body workout by using the techniques associated with classic ballet training at the barre, to strengthen and tone the body while raising general fitness levels.
Express workouts have less detailed explanations (but still offer full demonstrations to follow) so as to keep a faster pace during these shorter sessions.
The focus of this class rotates over a 6 week period, to give a comprehensive body workout. The focus areas are; basics & feet, calves, thighs, glutes, spine mobility and core strength.
Suitable for all abilities. Some previous barre workout experience recommended.
BALLET - LOW IMPACT
75 mins
A session that follows the format of a traditional ballet class.
Providing a full body workout that is set at a faster pace to allow time to complete a comprehensive warm-up at the barre before going onto centre exercises that include lyrical movements and gentle (low impact) allegro.
Some previous ballet or barre workout experience is recommended.
EN POINTE
45 mins
A workout to lay down solid foundations required for the rigours of
pointework.
These sessions are designed to build strength in the feet, ankles, legs
and core, all of which must be done while maintaining the correct alignment of the
body.
An initial assessment is required before attending these workouts, after which
members will need to ensure regular attendance due to the additional safety
elements that need to be considered.
REPERTOIRE CLASS
75 mins
A session that offers a comprehensive warm-up with a fast paced barre to prepare the body for learning solos from timeless classic ballets.
The solo section of this class will be repeated each week over the course of one calendar month, so as to allow for the development of both mental and muscle memory, enabling the improvement of important elements like technique, speed, precision, musicality and artistry.
While this is a mixed ability class that offers adapted versions of the solos to provide a diverse and inclusive experience for varying levels of experience, these sessions are best suited to those with some previous ballet/barre training.
CLASS PACKS & MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE TO GIVE YOU ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY OVER YOUR WORKOUTS
We have a range of packages available so that you can tailor your perfect ballet regime, and attend classes at times most suitable for you!
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