Barre Define

Barre Define is a physical fitness programme based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk that specialises in low-impact, ballet-inspired fitness classes. Founded in 2017, Barre Define offers a variety of class styles throughout the day and evening, catering to all abilities and fitness levels. Each class at Barre Define provides a complete full-body workout, with a focus on toning muscles, building strength, and improving posture and flexibility.

At Barre Define, their mission is to create a welcoming environment and provide an uplifting experience for all participants. From the moment you enter the studio to the moment you leave, Barre Define strives to make you feel energised and empowered, leaving with that undeniable “barre glow.

The classes offered at Barre Define include PowerBARRE, which features ballet-based exercises and short routines at the barre to enhance muscle tone, posture, strength, and flexibility. This class is suitable for beginners as well as those with previous experience. FloorBARRE is a dynamic and energetic body-conditioning workout performed on the mat, incorporating the graceful lines of classical ballet. Mats are provided for this class.

FusionBARRE combines ballet-based exercises in the centre, ballet cardio, and floor work to provide an effective full-body workout, incorporating the beautiful and graceful lines of classical ballet. This class also offers low-impact options and is suitable for all abilities.

In addition to these classes, Barre Define also offers 50+ Ballet, a class specifically designed for individuals over 50 years old. This class is low-impact and gentle on the joints, allowing participants to work on basic ballet positions at the barre while focusing on technique, posture, and learning beautiful ballet routines. The class finishes with gentle stretching. However, individuals under 50 years old are more than welcome to join this class if they are looking for a gentle introduction to classical ballet or are seeking to ease back into exercise post-injury.

For mums with babies or toddlers, Barre Define offers BuggyBARRE, a class that utilises the buggy as a barre. Participants in this class will gently tone up, build strength, improve posture and flexibility, and enhance overall health and wellbeing. This class provides the added benefit of meeting other like-minded mums. BuggyBARRE is primarily held outside on the green during the warmer months.

In addition to their classes, Barre Define also offers a range of merchandise available for purchase, including sweaters, hoodies, and tanks with printed slogans or embroidered logos. The studio is located at Hazelwood Dance Studios, Hollow Road, and also has classes at the British Sugar Sports & Social Club, Hollow Road.

Barre Define was created by Sophie Ward, who holds a BA (Hons) in Ballet Education and has extensive training and experience in various dance styles. Sophie's passion for ballet and her ambition to become a ballet teacher led her to establish Barre Define in order to share the benefits of ballet-inspired fitness with others.

Whether you're a beginner or have previous dance experience, Barre Define welcomes you to join their classes and discover the transformative power of ballet-based exercises. Start your journey with Barre Define and experience a new level of strength, flexibility, and overall wellbeing.