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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 principles to create a vertically adapted, powerful fusion format 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 blending barre techniques with reformer flows using small props and adaptable progressions—preparing you to deliver purposeful fusion classes for all fitness levels. You’ll gain confidence to structure cohesive, engaging, results-driven classes while learning strategies to adapt movements and cues for all participants and building tools to create an inclusive environment that keeps clients coming back week after week.

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 Formatting: 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: Learn the Barre Above methodology and apply our signature sequence to create engaging, balanced, and effective barre-Pilates fusion classes that build endurance, support joint health, and simplify class planning.
  • Barre Above Blueprints & Class Design: 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.
  • Incorporating Small 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—whether you’re working with a barre, on the mat, or on the Pilates Reformer.
  • Layering & Sequencing for Success: Learn to layer and sequence your choreography with smart progressions and regressions while using inclusive language and thoughtful cueing to create a supportive, accessible environment for all bodies and abilities.
  • Programming to Music: Learn to master the beat and use musicality-driven instruction to elevate your classes, create smooth, intuitive transitions, and bring that undeniable “it” factor to every class.
  • Creating Classes that Drive Engagement: Learn strategies to design classes that drive engagement and keep participants motivated, connected, and excited to return for more.

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.
  • 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 exclusive access to continuing education and choreography on-the-go with the Fit Pro Programming app.
  • Continuing Education Credits & Certificate of Completion: Verifies your training completion and awards 0.8 ACE, 8.0 AFAA, and 0.8 NASM CEUs.
  • 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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Pricing
$299 Early Bird (up to 2 weeks before) • $319 Advanced (up to 1 week before) • $339 Regular (final week)

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!

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