Ballet barre workouts have been around for decades (actually dating back to the 1950s with creator Lotte Berk). But they’ve become especially popular over the last few years. In fact, this type of ...

Even as a former bun-head, and as someone who went to ballet camp as a teen, I'll still be the first to admit ballet can be pretty intimidating. But I do know that some of the most basic ballet moves ...

The students take their spots at the barre. The mirrored wall reflects 21 dancers, elegant in their leotards, tights and ballet slippers, a few opting for gym shorts or sweats. Barres line up in ...

Pliés, relevés, and sauté jumps don’t just look graceful, the ballet moves also lengthen and strengthen muscles and burn calories. Ballet-inspired classes like Pure Barre, Bar Method, and Balletone ...

Few exercises in the United States have gained as much popularity over the past decade as barre fitness. Founded by a Jewish dancer named Lotte Berk who escaped Nazi Germany shortly before the start ...

Barre workouts are inspired by ballet and use a stationary handrail for support. They also draw elements from Pilates, yoga, and strength training to create a low impact, full-body workout. A barre ...

Lately, there have been a lot of people hitting the bar on Delmarva. But they haven't been lifting shots or glasses of beer. Rather, they've been lifting their derrieres, all thanks to barre — a hot ...

Studio owner Kelly Parks said she is always looking for new ways to share dance with different groups of people, and thought ballet would be a good way to help older people who want to improve their ...