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WHERE REFORMER PILATES MEETS MODERN BARRE INNOVATION

Continuing Education Units

  • 8.0 AFAA
  • 0.8 ACE
  • 0.8 NASM
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Barre Foundations. Pilates Influence. Barre Above Pilates blends Barre Above foundations with pilates principals to create a vertically adapted, powerful fusion format that can be taught on or off the Pilates reformer. This innovative approach strengthens the core, enhances balance and control, and offers a fresh experience rooted in two crowd-favorite modalities.

Designed for reformer-trained Pilates instructors, this program teaches you to apply our signature Barre Above sequence to lead dynamic classes that effortlessly blend barre techniques with reformer flows using small props and adaptable progressions—preparing you to deliver purposeful, inclusive fusion classes for all fitness levels. 

This training is tailored to reformer-trained Pilates instructors who are looking to integrate barre into their class sequences. With unlimited access to your Barre Above Pilates training materials and exclusive ongoing education featuring done-for-you choreography support, you’ll walk away with everything you need to deliver consistent, top-tier classes with unmatched confidence and ease.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • Barre Above Pilates Fundamentals: Learn to craft dynamic fusion classes that seamlessly integrate Pilates principles with barre-inspired movement on the mat or the Pilates Reformer.
  • Adapting the Barre Above Sequence: Apply our signature Barre Above sequence to Pilates-based classes to build muscular endurance, support joint health, and promote functional movement—all while simplifying class planning.
  • Class Design & Blueprints: Learn how to use our class blueprints to create 30-, 45-, 55-, or 60-minute classes that feel cohesive, effective, and aligned with Pilates fundamentals.
  • Barre Above Foundations: Learn the Barre Above methodology and how to implement it into engaging, balanced, and effective barre and Pilates fusion classes.
  • Incorporating Props & Bodyweight: Integrate Pilates apparatus-style movements using small props and bodyweight for a dynamic barre-infused experience.
  • Space & Equipment Adaptations: Discover how to adapt your setup and confidently deliver dynamic, consistent classes—where you’re working with a barre, on the mat, or on the Pilates Reformer.
  • Layering & Sequencing for Success: Discover how to layer and sequence your choreography with intention by offering smart progressions and regressions that make every class accessible and inclusive for all fitness levels.
  • Leveraging the Power of Music: Learn to master the beat and elevate your classes with musicality-driven instruction that feels intuitive and fresh—bringing that undeniable “it” factor to every class.
  • Inclusive & Engaging Cueing: Explore how to incorporate inclusive language and thoughtful cueing strategies into your teaching to create a supportive environment for all bodies, abilities, and learning styles.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • 8-hour Training Workshop: Your in-person or livestream training includes an educational lecture, a full 60-minute signature class, and in-depth breakdowns of key Barre Above Pilates concepts. Livestream attendees will receive 30-day access to the training recording.
  • Barre Above Pilates Instructor Manual: Your essential resource for mastering Barre Above Pilates classes, featuring templates, cueing strategies, teaching tips, and foundational exercise science and Pilates principles.
  • On-Demand Signature Classes & Notes: Two exclusive signature class videos with detailed choreography notes from Barre Above Pilates co-creators Tricia Murphy Madden and Lauren George—one that blends standing barre work with small-prop, reformer-inspired exercises, and another that features barre-infused choreography taught directly on the reformer.
  • Educational Resources & Class Blueprints: Class planning blueprints, technique breakdown videos, printable materials, and a deep dive into the biomechanics of barre.
  • Continuing Education Credits: Earn 0.8 ACE, 8.0 AFAA, and 0.8 NASM CEUs.
  • The Musicality Method Course ($99 value): Unlock the skills to confidently lead music-driven fitness classes through step-by-step modules that offer an in-depth breakdown of choreographing to music and cueing to the beat.
  • FPP Instructor App & Community: Your home base for everything Barre Above Pilates. Enjoy lifetime access to your certification materials, connect with our instructor community, and access exclusive ongoing education and choreography—either through the website or on-the-go with the Fit Pro Programming app.
  • Certificate of Completion: Verifies your training completion, CEU credits, and instructor certification.
  • Ongoing Education & Expansive Choreography Library Access: Receive four new choreography releases each month, full access to our robust library of 500+ done-for-you class videos and choreography notes, 1,200+ pre-counted, fully choreographed songs in the Musicality Method database, and rights to use the Barre Above and Barre Above Pilates names, logos, choreography, and programming.

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Fit Pro Programming is committed to providing straightforward, seamless programming with zero licensing fees for clubs and studios and no instructor recertification or renewal fees—ever. Get certified in Barre Above Pilates and lead engaging, barre-infused classes your participants will love. Register now!