JOIN ERIN FOR
Barre Therapy
Come and experience Barre at Wildhive in a relaxed and intimate setting.
A 60 minute guided journey in restorative movement designed to take you from deep breath and pelvic core work, flowing through a series of high-intensity, yet low-impact exercises at the barre, coming to a state of tranquility after a deeply meditative floor stretch session.
You emerge balanced, rejuvenated, harmonious, stronger in mind and body. This session is artfully choreographed with carefully curated music to change the way you think, feel and move.
What is Barre?
Barre is a full-body workout technique inspired by elements of ballet, yoga, Pilates and strength conditioning.
For anyone looking to improve balance, posture, alignment, core strength and stamina - the perfect way to build muscle while increasing your flexibility and mobility with no need for prior dance experience.
Also, for anyone wanting to access deep emotion, as the particular focus on hips and hip flexors can help with trauma release.
The Barre “Buzz” (Benefits):
- Barre is your go-to for feeling lean, lithe and supple.
- Tones the thighs and calves, strengthens the core and glutes and sculpts the arms while improving your cardiovascular fitness.
- Heightens your sense of control, balance and coordination, mind-body awareness.
- Brings a sense of grace and poise.
- Leaves you feeling uplifted, stronger, and lighter.
What can you expect?
- A session tailored to your individual needs.
- An introduction to breath and core work from a classically trained singer and brass player.
- Expertly crafted menu of exercises paired with an eclectic soundtrack. Everything from John Dowland to Bob Marley to Gustav Mahler.
- Playful, relaxed atmosphere, yet with a focus on refining technique.
- Trembling or shaking! Lots of moves that involve pulses and holds. These types of contractions are great at building strength and stability, developing control and enhancing your mind-to-muscle connection.
- To find and hone your body’s own resistance, creating “good tension” which enables a deeper release when combined with purposeful breathing.
- To retrain muscular memory.
- To harvest your body’s own power and artistry/creativity.
What to wear/bring
- Mats and additional equipment provided
- Yoga or pilates attire
- Yoga socks with grip or bare feet
1 hour class on Tuesdays 7pm
£35 per person (Wildhive guests can join at 6.30pm for an intro)
1 hour Private Sessions available:
For one ~ £85
Up to three ~ £55 per person
(for groups of 4 or more please email Erin (erin@barrebybarre.com)
Contraindications
Not advisable for those with major knee or back issues
Not advisable for those who are pregnant
Book with Reception or call 01335 300900
About Erin
When not at the Barre, Erin can be found performing in the concert hall. Having relocated from Toronto, Canada, she brings her wealth of experience as a professional horn player and singer to her teaching. A natural coach, her ease with people creates a relaxed and inviting tone.
Testimonials
“Erin's class provides a fantastic workout for the entire body. By combining aspects of Pilates, Yoga and Barre work, with higher intensity warm ups and gentle stretching to cool, I found it really helped to strengthen my core whilst working other muscles I didn't know I had! The class is inclusive of all abilities as Erin offers options and adaptations to suit, this, combined with her friendly and welcoming personality puts you at ease immediately and sends you away with a new strength for both the body and mind.”
“I was a little apprehensive before starting the classes as it had been a long time since I’d done any structured exercise! I needn’t have worried though; the classes were great fun and it was good to see improvements in my strength and technique after just a few sessions. Erin is a fantastic instructor - patient and kind with a good sense of humour, all of which enable her to put everyone at ease and create an energetic and enjoyable atmosphere.”
