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09 Oct

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I'm hoping you were able to barre with me, at least once this week, using the two full length classes I shared with you. However doing the class does not always completely explain WHAT the class is and does, but it is a fabulous start! BarSculpt is the oldest established barre class in Maine. I created, and trademarked it, after I opened my studio in 2006. Each class has 6 sections and is 55 minutes long. The first section is the warm-up (I'm sure that is not shocking) which uses light weight work and calisthenic exercises to prepare the muscles for...

08 Oct

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Hello, Yesterday I shared with you a full length BarreLess barre class. I hope you were able to review it to see how BarSculpt may be different than the classes you are used to taking! BarSculpt Barre is a class that constantly challenges and consistency invigorates the body and mind to achieve ones goals. You do not need to be an athlete, dancer or "fit" to do it! Inspired by the Lotte Berk Method, BarSculpt barre classes are best described as a full body reset! After 55 minutes you will find more ease in movement, coordination and flexibility. BarSculpt brings together the disciplines...

07 Oct

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Hello! Happy Fall! I hope this letter finds you well and I truly hope that everyone is finding healthy and productive ways to combat the stress of the daily news these day. Are you finding it hard to exercise? Is it finding the space in your home, or the motivation? Or are you having a hard time finding the right routine as anything you could ever want is online? Selfishly I would love for BarSculpt workouts to be how you workout, but I also understand navigating how and what to do for you (and sometimes when) is a challenge. So in...

09 Sep

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Last month I had my 21st anniversary of teaching fitness. I count this as it's easy for me to remember. I graduated from college in 1999, moved to NYC and the Lotte Berk Method was my first REAL job. I had taught dance in High School and College and danced since I was two years old. However alike you think they are, fitness and dance are very different. As I reflect on this labor, as most of us have been asked to do with Labor Day just passing, I find it challenging to skip over the fact that my teacher training...

18 Jul

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Recently while in a conversation with my sister, Laurel, she told me that I should write a book. I answered with “I wouldn’t know where to start.” She quickly replied, “at the beginning, silly!” This has stuck with me for the last week or so. Not because I’ll be writing a book anytime soon, but because I often find it challenging to find the beginning, or see the forest through the trees. This fault of mine, let’s just call it that because I cannot see how this would be a strength, has me understanding more now exactly why teaching BarSculpt & Pilates...

31 May

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What a difference time can make. Anyone who has ever lost a loved one knows it takes seconds for life as you know it to change forever. However the last time I experienced collective change to this scale was when I watched from the roof top of 501 Fifth avenue building as the first twin tower was being engulfed in flame. I could look down at Fifth avenue and see the standstill. Cars stopped, some standing outside looking down the island in complete disbelief. September 11, 2001 will always be a struggle for me, and I know I am not...

21 May

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Dear dedicated BarSculpt community member, I hope this finds you well and enjoying sprummer. The warmth has arrived and I am hoping it will stay. The sunshine shed light on the fact that Covid-19 has definitely changed my business and it is time for me to make an announcement. It is almost impossible to express my love for this community of movers and to thank you all for your undying support. When I opened 14 years ago I had no idea what a lovely group of people would gather around my passion. I watched clients become friends, I mean besties, not...

01 Apr

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It is hard to say when the brick and mortar studio classes will be able to be held again, but i do know we all need to move! I have moved the studio to a virtual platform, I will teach from my home straight to yours. Both Privates and classes are available. All sessions available through Zoom and are now being schedule on our Mindbody site, link below! Once you are signed up I will send you a zoom link via email. Please register, as always, in advance (at least one hour please) because if I’m in session with other clients I...

15 Jul

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In 1999 I started at the Lotte Berk Method. I was told not only do I need to wear socks but they have to match or be darker than my pants. No joke this commonly got me in trouble (I had some wild pants and a lot of white socks). The sock rule stemmed from my time at The Lotte Berk Method. It is hygienic and it keeps the heat in so your muscles stay warm when you are exercising! Also.. feet are gross...

25 Jun

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My husband and I were on the motorcycle this past weekend. We drove to a near by lake view restaurant, played mini golf (I lost by 2 points but I did get one hole in one 🤩) and then it started to rain. Alright it wasn’t a full on rain, but it was more rain then I have experienced before on the back of a Harley. So we decided to stop At a bowling alley near by. The bowling alley was AWESOME!! Not only can you choose to bowl Candlepin or Big Balls, but they have corn hole among other games...