Toronto, ON (PRWEB) June 26, 2013
Created exclusively by the Merrithew Health & Fitness team, the high-energy and dynamic Total Barre program integrates elements of Pilates, dance, cardio and strength training to create programming that is fully expandable and adaptable to any fitness professionals client base.
Based on Merrithew Health & Fitness 25 years of developing safe and responsible exercise, Total Barre is designed to emphasize the correct biomechanics of movement combined with the power of music to increase strength, flexibility, stamina and dynamic stability. Total Barre is the safest and most impactful barre program available and no dance experience or tutus are required. Designed for fitness or movement professionals, Total Barre training enables Instructors to produce safe, effective and varied programs to address the needs and goals of their clients.
Our goal is to continuously provide superior programming, services and equipment lines for professional and consumer use,” explained Lindsay G. Merrithew, President and CEO, Merrithew Health & Fitness. “Total Barre adds diversity to our current program offerings while capitalizing on the dance and barre fitness trend the industry is currently experiencing.
The Total Barre Instructor Foundation Course teaches choreography, exercise essence and correct biomechanics of movement, as well as how to effectively utilize music to create safe and fun classes. Upon completion of the Instructor Foundation Course, students receive access to the Total Barre Online Resource area, equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to design and teach highly evolved Total Barre fitness classes. Successful completion of the course earns participants 0.7 CECs with STOTT PILATES and other organizations.
Weve applied our years of experience and scientific research to develop a program that is driven by music, said Moira Merrithew, co-creator of the STOTT PILATES