Barre Instructor Training
Build Strength with Grace — Teach Barre with Heart.
Become a Certified Barre Instructor
Step into the world of barre instruction with a hands-on, movement-rich training designed to empower, educate, and inspire. Our Barre Instructor Certification Program bridges the grace of ballet, the control of Pilates, and the strength of functional training—all rooted in biomechanics and taught in an inclusive and empowering environment.
Whether you're a movement enthusiast looking to deepen your understanding or a seasoned instructor expanding your expertise, this course provides everything you need to confidently lead safe, effective, and dynamic Barre classes.
Why Become a Barre Instructor?
Becoming a Barre instructor is more than mastering plies and pulses—it’s about guiding others to discover their strength, confidence, and joy through movement. Barre is a beautiful blend of grace and grit, and teaching it means helping people feel empowered in their bodies and minds.
There’s nothing quite like watching a student light up when they feel their own strength for the first time, or helping someone push past their “I can’t” and discover that they can. Barre instructors don’t just lead workouts—they hold space for self-discovery, resilience, and growth.
In every class you teach, you’re not only sculpting strong bodies—you’re uplifting spirits, fostering community, and leaving a lasting impact.
This training is your first step toward becoming that kind of leader.
Ready to move with purpose and teach with heart? Join us.
Why Wellness Within Barre Training?
Our Barre Movement Method was created to deliver intelligent, biomechanically-sound classes that are accessible to all bodies. You’ll leave with a deep understanding of movement principles, alignment, class formatting, cueing, and how to craft a meaningful experience for every participant—from beginner to athlete.
At Wellness Within, we’ve been facilitating instructor trainings for over 15 years and have proudly served our community for nearly two decades. We know firsthand that being a fitness instructor is about more than just choreography and cueing—it’s about creating safe, uplifting spaces where people feel supported, seen, and inspired.
What You’ll Learn
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Barre History + Philosophy
Discover the roots of barre from Lotte Berk’s pioneering method to today’s functional movement styles.Movement Foundations + Planes of Motion
Master how the body moves across sagittal, frontal, and transverse planes to create well-rounded workouts.Posture + Core Activation
Learn to train and cue alignment, improve posture, and activate deep stabilizing muscles.Barre Equipment Integration
Gain experience with props like the ballet barre, Pilates ball, gliders, hand weights, and resistance bands—plus how to teach barre with or without equipment.Class Sequencing + Formatting
Build 30, 45, and 60-minute barre classes including warm-up, lower body, upper body, cardio bursts, core, and cool down.Cueing + Coaching
Learn how to deliver impactful, inclusive, and inspiring instruction with layered cueing for all learning styles.Functional Anatomy + Muscle Focus
Identify and target major muscle groups, understanding joints, and movement patterns influence class design.Instructor Confidence + Leadership
Develop your unique teaching voice while mastering professionalism, motivation, and class presence.
Who Is This Training For?
Fitness professionals looking to expand their class offerings
Dancers, yoga teachers, Pilates instructors, and group fitness leaders
Movement lovers who want to deepen their personal practice
Anyone passionate about empowering others through movement
No dance background required. Just bring your love for fitness and a willingness to learn.
Prerequisites
Passion for movement and fitness
Attendance in multiple barre classes recommended
Certification & Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the Barre Instructor Training, you’ll receive your official Barre Instructor Certificate from Wellness Within—equipping you to teach strong, safe, and inspiring classes anywhere your journey takes you.
Approved by CanfitPro – Earn 4 Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
And the opportunities go far beyond our studio.
Our graduates have gone on to teach in a variety of settings, including:
• Yoga and barre studios
• Fitness centers and boutique gyms
• City and community recreation programs
• Private studios and virtual platforms
Whether you're launching a new career or adding to your teaching toolbox, this training opens doors—locally and nationally—for passionate movers ready to lead with confidence, knowledge, and heart.
Testimonials
“Attended the Barre Training course, having very little exposure to Barre and no experience in instructing. This course was AMAZING!!! So happy I stepped outside of my box and looking forward to sharing what I learned with others. Thanks Katie!!! -Angela. Z
“I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed Barre training over the weekend. You are a really great teacher.” - Kaitie. S
“Superb Barre training! Very well structured. Provided a great deep understanding. Katie is an amazing knowledgeable instructor!" - Lina. B
“I really enjoyed taking the barre training with you a few weeks ago. While I haven’t had the chance to teach a class, have been incorporating things I learned into other classes.”- Ferne. M
Course Format
This is a 2-day, in-person immersive certification held at Wellness Within’s studio at The Enjoy Centre in St. Albert, AB.
Through a blend of lecture, movement, practice teaching, and peer feedback, you’ll be fully equipped to teach by the end of the weekend.
Next Training
Next Training: November 8 & 9, 2025
Tuition: $450 + GST
Deposit: $200 (non-refundable) to reserve your spot
Registration
Join us for this transformational certification and walk away empowered to lead results-driven, joyful barre classes that your clients will love.