Chapel House Studios, Totnes
BARRE Body Movement/ Fitness
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FAQs
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Explore exercises that wake up all your trillions of body parts.
Build strength, increase mobility, move better with less pain and more grace & agility.
Barre is set to an upbeat playlist and combines: core strength from Pilates, mindfulness from Yoga and the building of strength and muscle definition from body/weight training.
This class uses various small props and weights to add external load and resistance to work arms, thighs, seat and abdominals. Bodyweight is used, precise isometric movements, holds and pulses that target muscles and mobilise the body.
The class ends with a relaxation incorporating self myofacial release and breath techniques to modulate your nervous system.
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Beginners are welcome. There’s a variation for all levels in class, from the first time Barre goer to the most advanced student. Modifications can be taken at any time and extra challenges will be given to ensure you’re working at your fullest potential.
As with starting anything new your first class will likely feel challenging and we’ll encourage you to stick with it. Come with an open mind and willingness to try something new!
This class is aimed at women (18+) with a reasonable level of fitness. It is particularly beneficial for mothers due to the considerations of pelvic and core work.
During the class we may work lying on a mat, on our back / front / side or on all fours, as well as working standing. As long as you have the mobility to get down on the floor and stand up without assistance, the class should be fine for you.
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This class is something your 100 year old self (and joints) will be proud you invested your time in practising from now.
Develop the grace to stand taller and become stronger in both body and mind. You’ll get a great class without putting excessive stress on your joints. This method will help you develop bone density, stamina, muscles strength, improved balance and increased mobility. Perfect for women.
Taking part in a mindful movement practice like Barre will have effects in life outside the studio such as increased mood, better concentration, relaxation and posture.
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General workout clothing that you are comfortable in (i.e yoga leggings/light joggers and a top). Please wear grippy socks if you have them. Bring a bottle of water.
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Classes take place at Chapel House Studios, Station Road, Totnes TQ9 5HW.
Follow this link for the latest Course Dates and price.
Classes are 55mins. Classes start and finish promptly.
Please don’t enter the studio more than 5 mins late as you need to join in the warm up to work safely in class.
If it’s your first class please arrive 10mins early so I can chat to you and learn about your body. I will ask you if you have any injuries/movement limitations via a PARQ form. Please inform me so modifications can be given.
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A bottle of water,
(All props and mats are provided. Bring your own mat if you prefer. )
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Booking information can be found here
or email Victoria: info@chapelhousestudios.com to book your place.
“This was my first ever Barre class, and my first time exercising in a very long time after having a baby, so I was really nervous...!! Thankfully, Victoria is a true professional - she’s clearly very knowledgable and immediately put me at ease. You can take the class at your own pace and intensity, the atmosphere is fun and relaxed, and you leave feeling like you’ve had a thorough workout. I’ve only been to four classes so far, but I already feel fitter and more confident. Thank you Victoria!!”
— Grace
“The technique is focused and precise, working on mindful alignment and repetition to the point where you certainly feel the burn, but without it ever becoming gruelling!
Victoria leads with a great balance of expectation and positive encouragement and an upbeat sense of fun in both her manner and playlist.
I come away feeling that my whole body is awake and strengthened and after just a few weeks I can feel the difference in tone and posture that this practice can make.”
- Holly
“From the first session I was absolutely hooked! Barre is a great way to tone and build strength and Victoria is a fabulous teacher-explaining each movement in detail and I love it when a teacher comes around the class to help each person with positioning. It is a great way to wake up your body ready for the weekend. I totally recommend the class and can’t wait for the next one!”
— HollyQ
“An exciting combination of my favourite ways to exercise mashed up with some serious dance tunes. The smallest of muscle movements is astonishingly transforming my figure.” - Rebecca