- 56 minutes 23 secondsEp. 36 | Interview with Jill Dailey
The Dailey Method franchise founder Jill Dailey joins Michelle on the podcast this month to talk about her start in movement, her exploration in the Pilates world, her national barre franchise, and becoming a parent through it all. Jill explains the philosophy behind her alignment-focused barre method and how it has evolved over the last twenty years to incorporate more mind/body connectivity. They discuss the realities of the business side of the fitness industry such as friendly competition and knowing your financial worth.
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15 July 2021, 10:00 am - 47 minutes 54 secondsEp. 35 | Interview with Fred DeVito & Elisabeth Halfpapp
This month’s episode is an exciting one to say the least. Michelle interviews legends of the barre fitness industry, Elisabeth Halfpapp and Fred DeVito. Michelle learns how the two of them first met and how their focus on the future helped them build a life together. Elisabeth was one of the first Lotte Berk Method teachers in the United States and Fred was the first male barre teacher ever.
They were later founders of Exhale and helped the expansion of Exhale to 26 locations globally. When creating the curriculum for their proprietary Exhale Spa barre classes and teacher training programs, Elisabeth and Fred took their different movement backgrounds, the Lotte Berk Method, and research with movement specialists to create an approach to barre fitness from that hones in on form, function, alignment, and musicality.
In 2019 they opened CoreBarreFit in 2019 where you can take classes with them in-person or virtually today.
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15 June 2021, 10:00 am - 1 hour 39 secondsEp. 34 | Interview with Michelle DuVall
The tables are turned in this episode and Michelle is in the hot seat. Michelle DuVall is interviewed by Barre Variations Video Library guest teacher and founder of Barre Where You Are, Heather Johnson. They discuss how Michelle got her start in the fitness industry and the journey she's had up to now. The Barre Variations community submitted questions for Kendra to ask Michelle. Learn all the little details that make Michelle who she is!
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30 May 2021, 10:00 am - 1 hour 6 minutesEp. 33 | Interview with Jenny Niggle
This episode Michelle is joined by Barre Variations Video Library guest teacher Jenny Niggle. Jenny is a professional dancer, ballet teacher, and hosts her signature ballet barre fitness classes ‘Body by Jenny.’ Since the pandemic she has shifted her classes to a virtual studio like many others. Michelle and Jenny discuss their shared experience of growing up dancing in smaller towns that were close to larger cities, giving them the best of both worlds. They chat about the social media games that have to be played to best the algorithms and whether it’s worth it, the sudden shift to virtual classes in the fitness industry, and the need to have a certain level of assertiveness in order to succeed in the professional dance community.
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15 May 2021, 10:00 am - 57 minutes 22 secondsEp. 32 | Interview with Andrea Isabelle Lucas
Andrea Isabelle Lucas, owner of Barre & Soul, author of “Own It All,” and the founder of Barre Guild Academy joined host Michelle DuVall to swap entrepreneurial stories and goals. Having started her teaching career with Exhale Spa and Fred DeVito and Elisabeth Halfpapp, Andrea shares some lessons that she learned early on that have stayed with her. Michelle and Andrea discuss Ester Fairfax’s warm, welcoming personality coupled with her impressive showmanship and performance quality. They also mention the insights into her world that Ester’s memoir, “My Improper Mother and Me, “ provided each of them. The original Lotte Berk training program, run by her daughter Ester Fairfax challenged Andrea’s perspective on teaching and helped her grow to encompass more into her personal teaching style.
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15 April 2021, 10:00 am - 56 minutes 44 secondsEp. 31 | Interview with Andrea RogersIn this episode Michelle talks with Xtend Barre founder Andrea Rogers. They discuss the organic development of Xtend Barre from one class in south Florida to a global franchise. Andrea shares her philosophy when it comes to working with other companies and partnerships, and learning when she needs to set boundaries. Michelle mentions how exciting it was to watch Xtend Barre become a trailblazer in the industry. Andrea shares the trajectory and determination that became her collaboration with OpenFit, the on demand fitness app where her classes can be found. SHOW NOTES: Xtend Barre Andrea Leigh Rogers Xtend Barre on OpenFit SPONSORS: Barre Where You Are Barre Goods Co Fit For Barre Pointe Studio1 April 2021, 10:00 am
- 56 minutes 12 secondsEp. 29 | Interview with Natalie Errandonea Mewes
In this episode Michelle interviews Nathalie Errandonea-Mewes. Based in London, Nathalie owns and operates her studio, NRG Barrebody and recently launched her app by the same name. Michelle and Nathalie discuss Michelle’s visit to NRG Barrebody last year (pre-pandemic), the developmental dichotomy that teenage dancers, and what dancing means for each of them now. Nathalie shares her teaching philosophy and her best tip for teachers.
Learn more about Nathalie Errandonea-Mewes: NRG Barrebody Studio and On-Demand NRG Barrebody
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15 March 2021, 11:00 am - 1 hour 31 minutesEp. 30 | Interview with Britany Williams
This episode Michelle interviews Britany Williams, a collegiate Division 1 track and cross country athlete turned barre-lover and barre instructor. Currently in Portland, OR, Brittany recently launched her twelve week at home barre experience, Barre with Britany for the Sweat app. Michelle and Britany discuss how the benefits of barre and movement serve everyone, not just dancers. Britany shares the skills she has learned and the teaching versatility that she has gained from teaching for a franchise, and then how she set out on her own.
Learn more about Britany: Work out with Britany. Follow Britany on Instagram.
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15 March 2021, 11:00 am - 1 hour 3 minutesEp. 28 | Interview with Lina Alvarez
Description: In episode 28 Michelle interviews Lina Alvarez, an Ottawa-based barre and yoga teacher who works in international business for the Canadian government all while pursuing her masters in strategic design and management. Lina’s creation, the BarreJar is a pop-up event and virtual space for everyone to find a safe, friendly barre community. Michelle remarks how she knew Lina was going to succeed based on how they first connected. Lina shares a sweet story about the beginning of her movement journey in a hot yoga studio and how her love and need for movement evolved over time. Michelle and Lina discuss the multiple teaching styles/energies a teacher can use to coach their clients and their thoughts on which styles work the best.
Learn more about Lina Alvarez: The BarreJar
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15 February 2021, 11:00 am - 59 minutes 51 secondsEp. 27 | Interview with Nikki Branning of Door Barre Fitness
In this episode Michelle interviews Nikki Branning, founder and creator of Door Barre Fitness. They discuss Nikki’s professional dance career and how she fell in love with barre fitness in cities all over the country during her work travels. Nikki shares the story behind the idea for and creation of Door Barre Fitness. Being two small business owners, Michelle and Nikki talk about business competition and how much time, money, and love go into launching a small company.
Learn more about Nikki Branning and Door Barre Fitness: https://doorbarrefitness.com and https://www.instagram.com/doorbarrefitness/
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15 February 2021, 11:00 am - 1 hour 12 minutesEp. 26 | Interview with Danielle Havens
Welcome back to the third season of the Barre Variations Podcast! Michelle starts off by recapping and brings everyone up to speed about all happenings in the world of BV. Then enjoy the interview with Danielle Havens, who shares her journey in the wellness world where barre has always been there as a support. Also, hear how nursing has played a major role in shaping her coaching practices today.
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Find and follow Danielle Havens on social media @daniellehavenshealth and visit her website at www.daniellehavens.com .
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