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Core Barre

Core Barre is a group exercise method that combines elements of ballet, Pilates mat, resistance training and active isolated stretching (AIS) to create low-impact, high-energy and fat-burning exercises. The method focuses on “smart movement,” or moving the body with precision, focus and strength. As students learn to balance the muscles in their bodies, they also learn to balance their minds.

Core Barre movements are designed to strengthen all of the body’s muscles. To accomplish this, classes incorporate the use of props, including weight balls, small, inflated stability balls and the ballet barre. The exercises are graceful, effortless and energy generating, producing a meaningful rhythm attuned to the body and its surroundings. Overall, the exercise method aims at creating a newfound awareness of the mind and body, as well as an appreciation for smart movement.[1]

CoreBarre instructor teaching a class

Health Benefits

Core Barre produces a multitude of health benefits, including increased strength, joint flexibility, postural alignment, form and stability. The ballet barre allows students to perform small, isolated movements, which target the buttocks and thighs while improving balance and coordination. The succeeding core movements challenge the abdominal muscles, improving strength and stability.

Classes are designed to challenge each individually appropriately according to their personal level of strength and coordination.

Health Benefits

Core Barre produces a multitude of health benefits, including increased strength, joint flexibility, postural alignment, form and stability. The ballet barre allows students to perform small, isolated movements, which target the buttocks and thighs while improving balance and coordination. The succeeding core movements challenge the abdominal muscles, improving strength and stability.

Classes are designed to challenge each individually appropriately according to their personal level of strength and coordination.

Teacher Training

To become certified, Core Barre instructors must successfully complete a three-day, 16-hour foundation course and pass the required written and teaching evaluation exams. To be eligible for that course, students should have prior experience with group teaching and Pilates or movement training.[2]

The foundation course provides students with a firm foundation in anatomy, biomechanics, movement concepts, stabilization principles, ballet terminology and comprehension of the Smart Movement syllabus. Students learn to teach 55-minute classes using the ballet barre and mat syllabus. They also learn effective cues for challenging their classes while promoting precision, focus and strength.[3]

After completing this prerequisite course, instructors are eligible for Core Suspend instructor training and Smart Movement workshops. Core Suspend training builds on the foundation course and its principles of precision, focus and strength by incorporating the use of suspension equipment. The 3-day course provides instructors with a wide range of exercises that can be used in both group and private rehabilitation classes.[4]

Certified instructors are required to complete eight continuing education credits (CECs) every two years in order to retain their certification. These credits are offered via the following workshops: Core Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), Core Anatomy, Core Ballet Barre, Core Cardio Dance, Core on the Reformer Jumping Board, Core on the Wedge and Core Syllabus Review.

For more information or to enroll in a Core Barre certification program, visit ​http://www.corebarre.com/instructor-training.

Insurance

NACAMS offers affordable, comprehensive barre liability insurance for teachers and teacher trainees of the Bar Method. Members receive professional and general liability insurance, rental damage coverage, identity protection, stolen equipment insurance, and professional benefits like a free website. Learn more about our barre liability insurance program.

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References:
[1] “About.” www.corebarre.com/about/. Accessed March 14, 2014.
[2] “Core Barre Foundation Course.” www.corebarre.com/certification/core-barre-foundation/. Accessed March 17, 2014.
[3] “Core Barre Foundation Course.”
[4] “Core Suspend Certification.” www.corebarre.com/certification/core-suspend/. Accessed March 17, 2014.

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