Meet Megan
Studio owner and instructor. Megan has taught 1900 classes since her first class on May 5th.
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I am getting married this November.
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I won the science fair with a experiment using our family’s pigs…”Making PIGS of themselves”
What made me get into Barre?
I was looking for a new type of workout that would keep me fit but was easier on the joints. After years of lifting, running stadiums and competing my body was ready for a workout that was low impact, improved balance and flexibility and tones. Barre checked all those boxes for me.
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
It’s a great workout that can be as challenging as individual wants to make it. When teaching I try to give modifications so everyone will find what works for them. Waking up at 4am is tough but the community I get to spend the hour with makes it worth it. That is truly why I enjoy teaching …and to inflict a little pain
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
Second position – building combos from 2ndposition that works all planes of the body and gets your heart rate up is my favorite. There are so many variations you won’t be bored with this position…8 years later I’m not!
Favorite song?
Latto – “Big Energy” when those first beats drop that is a hype moment and I’m ready to get this class going. Also anything P!NK, 90s Hip Hop, and a good mashup will always be on my playlist. ️️
Meet Colleen
Colleen started as a client and quickly moved to being an instructor. Since her first class on May 3rd. Colleen has taught 851 classes!
2 fun facts about Colleen:
I am the DIY person at my house and have painted kitchen and bathroom cabinets, hung curtains, and recently started changing out light fixtures! Let’s talk paint colors !
A few years ago I decided to start making homemade soft salted caramels for the holidays. It’s taken a lot of trial and error (and many hours of stirring ) but I think it’s perfect now ! I make at least 4 batches every December
What made you get into barre ?
I was looking for a low impact workout when I was pregnant with my 2nd baby. I was a dancer growing up and have always loved being at the barre. After I had her I took Jen’s class at the studio with some friends and was hooked ! The rest is history !
Why do you enjoy teaching barre ?
I love coming up with new patterns and routines to keep things interesting. Also our clients are the best- I’ve met so many wonderful people in my 5 years here!
What position do you love teaching the most ?
Glute work is my fav. Or maybe arms. I’ll go with glutes I love a hip opener glute pattern.
Favorite song that gets you pumped for class?
Y’all know Return of the Mack is my #1 hype song. And Thunderstruck by AC/DC
Meet Meghan
Meghan started for us in the fall of2019, since then she has taught over 372 classes.
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I love to crochet in my free time
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I went to 6 undergrad colleges before graduating
What made me get into Barre?
I got into barre because after a few years of Jess Huebner telling me to I finally decided to give it a try and was immediately hooked!!!
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
I love the workout and the people
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
I love wide second with some heel pops and pulse
Favorite song?
My fav hype songs Glorious by Macklemore and Christina Aguilera fighter
Meet Chloe
Chloe started for us in fall of 2019, since then she has taught 334 classes.
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I danced ballet for 13 years growing up.
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I am a diehard cat lady.
What made me get into Barre?
I wanted to develop a healthier lifestyle mentally and physically. I had tried other fitness classes and just couldn’t find one that I felt was a good fit and I would want to continue. My first class at Barre East was amazing and I was hooked immediately. Barre East has changed my life for the better and I am forever grateful for this awesome and supportive community!
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
I love the workout and being able to do low impact movements that really make me shake and sweat! With my background in ballet it was the perfect fit.
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
I LOVE planks, there are endless types of variations and works your whole body. There will be some form of a plank in every class of mine.
Favorite song?
Stronger by Britney Spears, especially timed right when it’s plank time.. ️️
Meet Emily
Emily joined the Barre East family in 2017, since then she has taught 1,133 classes and had 2 beautiful babies
2 Fun Facts:
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My favorite ice cream shop is called Booty Treats
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I've never done a cartwheel.
What made me get into Barre?
I was looking for a workout to complement weight lifting, and I fell in love with the flow of it. It's low-impact, total-body workout that targets muscles differently every time.
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
It's the most wonderful community, with the warmest women. It's such a privilege to be invited into their lives, watch them get stronger, listen to their bodies, and take care of themselves.
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
I love them all but a good glute burner is my fave. Bonus points if I can weave some balance work into the mix.
Favorite song?
Macklemore: can't hold us. 2012 was a simpler time ️️
Meet Jennifer
Over the 8 years Jen has been teaching she has taught 1065 graceful but killer classes!
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I collect Nutcrackers (the Christmas kind, not the functional kind)
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I’ve known you for decades - Megan Ellis
What made me get into Barre?
Barre East’s opening coincided with my move back to Frederick in the summer of 2015. I took one class and the rest is history! I was a dancer for a million years so barre is the perfect blend of ballet and exercise for me.
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
I love the Barre East community. I love the workout, but the instructors and clients are family.
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
Probably second or Hi-V. Anything that really lends itself to the infamous “up an inch, down an inch”.
Favorite song?
That’s a tough one. My Spotify collection is probably the most eclectic mix of genres ever.
For barre, lately I’m loving Timber by Pitbull, Sweet Escape by Gwen Stefani, and Enter Sandman by Metallica (that one’s for my Hokies)
Meet Cait
Cait started teaching at Barre East this spring.
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I love to cook and I’m always excited to try out new cuisines and techniques. I’d love to hear about your favorite recipes!
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I love love being outside. I’ll use any excuse to spend as much time as I can getting fresh air… Barre in the park, anyone?
What made me get into Barre?
I’m a big yoga fan :) When I started with Barre East, I was looking for other forms of movement that were also low impact and strength-focused. My first class at Barre East was with Megan, and I was hooked! It was an amazing combo of low impact, high intensity, sweating and shaking! Her awesome (and exhausting) class, plus the incredible community, convinced me to stick around ;)
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
The people of Barre East are incredible. They are so fun and supportive. Coming together on a daily/weekly basis to improve physical and mental health creates a really strong bond, and it shows here. Being a teacher at barre East involves showing up for your people and doing the hard work with them. It’s thrilling, tiring, and all around amazing!
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
Releve! with calf raises…I love feeling the burn and getting combos in with leg and glutes
Favorite song?
Any song that makes me want to get up and DANCE! My current top two are Maneater by Nelly Furtado and Man! I Feel Like a Woman! by Shaina Twain. You’ll definitely hear them on my playlists in class!
Meet Jessica
Jessica started teaching at the Studio this spring.
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I still hold a high school weightlifting record from 2006!
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I love to spend time with my family skiing in the winter and going to the pool and lake in the summer at our property at Snowshoe Mountain Resort in West Virginia.
What made me get into Barre?
I have been teaching yoga since 2018 and was looking for something new to learn and teach. The right opportunity presented itself for me to attend a local BarreAbove training to become certified, so I took the training and have been teaching barre since January 2023.
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
I love to make new playlists that get people moving and having FUN so they forget they’re even working out! This definitely helps when we get to the spicy segments
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
I love to use the barre in standing poses to really burn the legs and glutes! Add a ball or glider in, and that is my jam!
Favorite song?
I have a new favorite song every week, so this week is No Bad Days by Macklemore. Love anything Miley, Britney
Meet Noelle
Noelle has been coming to Barre East since we opened our doors in 2015. She has been a true delight to have in classes as a client and friend and now she’s switching roles to be an instructor.
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I stepped away from my corporate career two years ago and am enjoying the space to explore the next version of myself.
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I am a foodie and love to travel.
What made me get into Barre?
I started coming to Barre East regularly in 2017 looking for a low impact but rigorous strengthening and toning workout. I love the controlled movements that allow me to really focus on my form and isolate the muscles I’m working. It’s almost meditative for me!
Why do I enjoy teaching Barre?
Teaching keeps me accountable, helps me to build my “exercise” IQ, and share those benefits with others. I’m a firm believer in use it or lose it and helping others continue to use it is really purposeful for me. I’m looking forward to continuing to exercise with this amazing community and maybe working a little yoga flavor into my classes.
What position do I enjoy teaching the most?
Releve, anything that requires balance, and bicep/tricep work because it makes me feel strong. And I love to incorporate stretches!!
Favorite song?
I’m an 80’s kinda gal so I love to mix in some classics with Pink or Rihanna. If it’s a song that has you singing and dancing around your kitchen it belongs in my playlist!