Become a Certified Barre Movement Teacher
125-hour Barre teacher training approved by the Barre Fitness Alliance and accredited for continuing education through NASM/AFAA and ACE.
1.9 NASM/AFAA CEUs | 8.5 ACE CECs | BFA Approved
6 training days • 3 weekends • 125 hours
Approved. Accredited. Recognized.
Barre Movement is approved by the Barre Fitness Alliance and accredited for continuing education through NASM/AFAA and ACE. Whether you are becoming a new instructor or expanding your professional credentials, your education is recognized by leading fitness organizations.
What you’ll master during our days together
Barre Movement is designed to help you become a confident, independent instructor, not someone who simply memorizes routines.
Your training begins before we meet, with a guided pre-study phase covering Mat Pilates fundamentals and anatomy. This foundation allows us to spend our in-person weekends focused on movement, teaching, coaching, musicality, hands-on adjustments, and class design.
Over six immersive training days, you'll learn the Barre Movement Method from the ground up. We break down every position, every section of class, and the science behind why we teach the way we do. You'll practice teaching throughout the training, receive individual feedback, and develop the skills needed to lead safe, effective, and engaging classes.
After the intensive weekends, you'll complete a self-study phase that includes observation hours, practice teaching, class planning, and mentorship. The program concludes with a final test-out, either in person or via video submission.
Barre Movement is approved by the Barre Fitness Alliance and accredited for continuing education through NASM/AFAA (1.9 CEUs) and ACE (8.5 CECs), giving graduates both practical teaching skills and industry-recognized credentials.
By the end of the program, you'll understand how to teach movement, not just deliver choreography.
The Barre Movement Method
Learn how to teach movement, not just deliver choreography.
Master Musicality + Flow
Learn to synchronize music with movement to deliver seamless classes that keep students engaged.
Become a Strong,
Independent Instructor
Develop the confidence and skills to lead classes with poise and offer students personalized support.
Master Hands-On Coaching
Gain expertise in delivering safe adjustments to improve students’ form and ensure injury-free movement.
What our days will look like
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Day 2
Pilates Influence & Core Work
On Day 2, we explore the influence of Pilates on barre, understanding how core strength and stability play a key role in every movement. You’ll learn the C Curve technique and how to teach core work with proper adjustments and modifications to meet each student’s needs.
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Day 3
Musicality & Flow
On Day 3, you’ll focus on musicality—how to choreograph movements to the rhythm and flow of music, ensuring that every class you teach feels dynamic and seamless. You'll also learn how to enhance class flow, keeping energy high and transitions smooth.
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Day 4
Thigh & Seat Series
This day focuses on lower-body strength. You’ll master the thigh series, learning how to challenge your students while ensuring proper form and alignment. The seat series will focus on glute strengthening exercises, teaching you how to cue and adjust students for maximum results.
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Day 5
Cardio Integration & Hands-On Adjustments
On Day 5, you’ll learn how to incorporate short bursts of cardio into your barre classes, keeping your students' heart rates elevated while maintaining proper technique. You’ll also practice hands-on assists and adjustments, ensuring every student receives personalized guidance.
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Day 6
Final Preparations & Self-Study
The final day is all about preparing for self-study hours. You’ll refine your teaching, get feedback, and practice your class. Over the next 45-60 days, you’ll practice teaching 15 classes, observe classes and then finally lead a live class for your test-out, ensuring you’re fully prepared to teach confidently.
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Day 1
Foundations & Science of Barre
We begin with the essentials—understanding barre movements from a scientific and anatomical perspective. You'll learn how to create a class structure that ensures both safety and flow, mastering the foundational techniques necessary to keep your students strong and injury-free.
Applications for the August 2026 training are now open.
Why people love the Barre Movement Teacher Training
“I initially entered the teacher training class only for myself, as a form of rehabilitation after a knee injury. I did not necessarily have a plan to finish the training to become a certified teacher. However, after spending 3 weekends with Helga and the rest of the class, I became interested in continuing my journey to finish the training eventually. The course has deepened my understanding of the exercises and done wonders for my own strength and flexibility.”
— Arna 2025 BMTT Graduate
“I discovered an incredible technique. Intelligent, complete, very powerful and so effective. As a former professional ballet dancer, I couldn't have hoped for more. There's such muscular balance in the class! It's very challenging and so well designed! These 5 days have been incredibly rich for me. I loved every moment... even the shaking during the thigh section. Helga is an exceptional teacher. She's precise and demanding, but so passionate and genuine! Just WOW”
— Sylvie 2023 BMTT Graduate
“I'm so grateful for the Barre Movement Teacher Training in Luxembourg. Helga and Whitney's passion and knowledge for barre was contagious, it made every session inspiring and engaging. Learning the principles of barre with them was interesting and incredibly motivating. They've sparked in me the desire to grow, learn even more and one day become a teacher as inspiring as they are. Thank you!”
— Caroline 2025 BMTT Graduate
What's Included
125-hour teacher training
Training manual
Pre-study materials
Practice teaching
Observation hours
Individual feedback
BFA approval recognition
1.9 NASM/AFAA CEUs
8.5 ACE CECs
FAQs
Who can become a Barre Teacher?
Truly anyone with the passion for movement and a love to motivate others can become a successful Barre Teacher.
Is the training only available in Iceland?
The training can be held where ever I am needed. The first Barre Movement Teacher Training was held in Luxembourg and our next one will be in Iceland the Fall of 2023. Reach out if you have any questions or are in need of a Trainer for you studio.
Accreditation & Recognition
Barre Fitness Alliance (BFA)
Barre Movement is one of the few BFA-approved teacher trainings worldwide and the first approved training outside the United States.
NASM/AFAA
Approved for 1.9 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
ACE
Approved for 8.5 Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
Once you are done with your training, you can apply to become a BFA certified teacher, similar to how the Yoga Alliance works.
What language is the training held in?
That all depends on the place and participants. A training held in Iceland with people from all over will be held in English. All the training materials are in English, but a trainee roster of only Icelandic participants will be held in Icelandic.
How will you support me during my training?
Rest assured that I am there throughout the whole process, available to read through your script and help support you when needed.