Fitness May 1, 2021 4686Views 0Likes Barre 101 Mel Gleeson Mel is an Australian performing artist and creative, and lover of all things health and wellbeing. Alongside life on stage and screen, she’s a passionate writer for the Oona Series, and supporter of The Movement Series. All posts Consider this our little take on a Lonely Planet-style phrase book.You’ll be speaking our language in no time! “Whatever it is in my life.. I’ve found that movement has carried me through.” Catie “Barre workouts are just for dancers, right?” Oh if we had a coin for every time we heard this question! It’s a common misconception that such a graceful form of exercise requires previous dance experience. Of course it helps, but the thing we love most about Barre is its accessibility and effectiveness as a form of training. Barre has emerged from ballet traditions and pilates practices, so you’ll hear us using quite a few French terms throughout class. Our instructors will offer demonstrations along with their verbal cues, but it’s always helpful to brush up on a little lingo. Allow us to assist. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access on any device. LOGIN/SIGN UP TRY OONAGET READY to PLIÉ Sign up for 30 days We know Oona will change the way you move through life, but don’t take our word for it: Sign up to try our classes for yourself. Cancel anytime, no questions asked. TRY OONA SHARE THIS POST
