trainings

Join our instructor, Erin Chambers, for a two-weekend, 20 hour in-person Barre Teacher Training at Upcycle this spring!

20hr barre teacher training

training schedule

barre fundamentals

saturday, 4/26 & sunday, 4/27
12:00-5:00pm both days

  • General Barre and Instruction Overview
  • Introduction to General Anatomy
  • Anatomy for Barre
  • Class Programming - The “why” behind exercises and choreography

weekend one:

barre comprehensive

saturday, 5/31 & sunday, 6/1
12:00-5:00pm both days

  • Successful class design and delivery
  • Incorporating music to provide motivation and excitement with playlists
  • Cueing for smooth transitions and proper alignment

weekend two:

investment

early enrollment (prior to 3/31/25): $495
regular enrollment (4/1/25 & after): $595*

*If you need to break your payment up into installments, we can work with you individually. Enrollment must be paid in full at least two weeks prior to the training beginning. If you need to set up a payment plan, please email
kim@upcyclefit.studio to chat about your options! 

snag your spot here!

space is limited & those spots will fill quick!

frequently asked

What do I need to bring to barre teacher training?
Yourself, snacks, water and some energy! Bring a notebook, pad of paper for notes. We'll provide you with the training materials you'll need.

I’ve never taught exercise before. Can I still take the training?
Yes! Even if you've never taught an exercise class before, we encourage you to step out of your comfort zone. You'll be surprised how much teaching is part of your everyday life (connecting to people, public speaking) and the rest you'll learn as you go!

I’ve never tried barre. What do I need to know?
You should take at least 10 barre classes before you start your teacher training. That way you get an idea of barre exercises and how teachers teach in class. Barre classes are a low impact strength and toning exercise that will make you work muscles you didn't even know you had. It's not easy, so expect to sweat and work hard.

What if I can't make all the dates for training?
We require you to be present for all days of training in order to receive a certification. Unfortunately we can't reschedule an individual training day just for one person. Please note that we reserve the right not to issue a certification to any person who we do not feel is prepared to teach safe and effective barre classes.

20hr barre teacher training

Join our instructor, Erin Chambers, for a two-weekend, 20 hour in-person Barre Teacher Training at Upcycle this spring!
Far from being only a dancer’s workout, the methodology of Barre mixes an artful blend of ballet, Pilates, yoga, and strength training movements into a signature sequence with purpose. This purpose is innately shared across diverse fitness levels, ages, and body types due to its progressions and choose-your-own approach to range of motion.

meet your teacher

Erin Chambers is a former dancer and cheerleader and has practiced yoga, Pilates and barre for over 15 years. Erin stands by the philosophy that working out can be accessible to all bodies, ages and skill levels. She has worked with clients coming back from injury, surgery rehabilitation, joint replacement and those with long term diagnosis like traumatic brain injury (TBI), MS and arthritis. Her goal is to help clients improve their posture, flexibility, strength and balance in a fun, no-judgement environment with fun playlists and proven results.

Erin lives in South Jersey, and when not teaching in the studio can be found hosting fitness events at breweries and spending time with her husband and lab-mix Bruce.

Erin was certified through Barre Above in 2017 and has been teaching Barre since. Her training comes from the foundational principles of the Lotte Burke method, and the Barre Above® certification additionally distills traditional class components through the most cutting-edge of exercise science.

WEEKEND 1 - BARRE FUNDAMENTALS
Saturday, 4/26 & Sunday, 4/27
12:00pm - 5:00pm both days

- General Barre and Instruction Overview
- Introduction to General Anatomy
- Anatomy for Barre
- Class Programming - The “why” behind exercises and choreography

WEEKEND 2 - BARRE COMPREHENSIVE
Saturday, 5/31 & Sunday, 6/1
12:00pm - 5:00pm both days

- Successful class design and delivery
- Incorporating music to provide motivation and excitement with playlists
- Cueing for smooth transitions and proper alignment

schedule

investment

$495 if enrolled prior to 3/31; $595 after.

If you need to break your enrollment cost up into installments, we can work with you individually. Full payment must be made at least 2 weeks prior to training beginning & discounted early enrollment price is not eligible for payment plans.
If you're looking to set up a payment plan, please email kim@upcyclefit.studio to chat about your options!

Space is limited & spots will fill quick!

enroll here!

faq

What do I need to bring to barre teacher training?
Yourself, snacks, water and some energy! Bring a notebook, pad of paper for notes. We'll provide you with the training materials you'll need.

I’ve never taught exercise before. Can I still take the training?
Yes! Even if you've never taught an exercise class before, we encourage you to step out of your comfort zone. You'll be surprised how much teaching is part of your everyday life (connecting to people, public speaking) and the rest you'll learn as you go!

I’ve never tried barre. What do I need to know?
You should take at least 10 barre classes before you start your teacher training. That way you get an idea of barre exercises and how teachers teach in class. Barre classes are a low impact strength and toning exercise that will make you work muscles you didn't even know you had. It's not easy, so expect to sweat and work hard.

What if I can't make all the dates for training?
We require you to be present for all days of training in order to receive a certification. Unfortunately we can't reschedule an individual training day just for one person. Please note that we reserve the right not to issue a certification to any person who we do not feel is prepared to teach safe and effective barre classes.