Most people watch ballet because it's beautiful. When it comes to stories and emotions, no other art form compares. But it's also possible to consider ballet from a fitness angle, to behold all those ...

There is no shortage of ballet, yoga and Pilates studios. But now barre studios are becoming more plentiful nationwide, including throughout the Bay Area, offering a trendy new type of workout that ...

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Barre classes centre around classic ballet moves such as pliés and arabesques, with a focus on correct form and muscle recruitment as opposed to dance sequences. Legwork plays a major role, which ...

If you've ever been curious about trying a barre fitness workout, our guide below will explain the benefits of ballet barre and how to get started. Barre fitness is a hybrid workout class - combining ...