Become aBarre&BabyTeacher
"I attended Barre&Baby classes when I had my baby, and it was this space that has helped me through a very difficult time. Now, I would love to be able to help other mothers feel as good as I felt"
Svetlana - Barre&Baby teacher-to-be from Croatia
The Barre&Baby™ Pre and Postnatal course is open to dancers and movers, healthcare professionals and those who believe in the power of movement.
Pre Course Study
It will be sent 1 month before the start of the course, and will be followed by an online assessment before starting the course.
11 Modules
You’ll be able to organise your own time schedule
24 Live Sessions
We’ll connect as a group 14 times during the course
Over 50 Pre Recorded Videos
Anatomy explanations, Physical exercises, Barre combinations, Guided relaxations
You’ll have unlimited access to these videos, which you’ll be able to revisit them as many times as you'll need: they are yours for life!
One-to-One Session
1 hour private session with Elisa before final assessment
Teaching Assessments
You'll be assessed on your theory and your teaching practice, with real time feedback and mentoring support
Marketing support
You'll receive a marketing kit to promote your classes, plus support and advises on how to set up and build your own classes
Music Playlist and Ideas
Barre&Baby teachers' best playlists will be shared to inspire you in your teaching experience
Supportive Group
You'll become part of a supportive and intimate group of Barre&Baby teachers, sharing resources, ideas, inspirations and support
MODULE 1
Barre&Baby™ Philosophy
- “Why we do what we do” and the full Barre&Baby mission
- Introduction to Matrescence: the extensive range of physical and emotional changes women experience when they become a mother are a magnificent engine towards movement. We go through anthropological studies about the transition of becoming a mother and the role that movement can play in enhancing the maternal journey as well as creating an intimate bond with her babies.
MODULE 2
Anatomy of an Expectant Woman
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How the body of an expectant woman changes and how can we support these changes through movement and posture
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- Anatomy and Alignment Study
- Postural changes during Pregnancy
- Exercises to support these changes
- Possible Pregnancy Ailments and how to support them
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MODULE 3
How to hold a Barre&Baby™ Prenatal space
- Which exercises and movements are beneficial for a healthy pregnancy and birth
- Guided breaths, meditation and relaxation scripts
- Multiple movement combinations provided
MODULE 4
Anatomy of a Postnatal Body
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How the body of a new mum changes and how can we support these changes
- Anatomy and Alignment study
- Postural changes during the postnatal period
- Exercises to support these changes
- Possible Ailments and how to support them
MODULE 5
How to hold a Barre&Baby™ Postnatal space
- Which exercises and movements are beneficial for a healthy post-birth recovery
- Guided breaths, scripts
- Multiple exercises combinations provided
MODULE 6
Emotions during motherhood: Matrescence
- What is matrescence and how does it impact emotions after birth and beyond?
MODULE 7
The Matrescence Dance
- What is movement made up of
- How to use this notion to express emotions
- How to consciously create teaching material that supports adaptation during motherhood emotional journey
MODULE 8
Babywearing
- History and benefits
- How to safely and comfortably wear in class and outside in real life!
- Exploration of the types of carriers available
- Adjustments and tips to comfortably wear each carrier
This part of the course is delivered together with Dr Rosie Knowles from Carrying Matters and passing this module will certify you as a Peer Supporter with Born to Carry
MODULE 9
Words matter!
- How to best relate to mums about their physical and emotional feelings
- Getting a class started: Marketing to support your class’s launch and promotion
MODULE 10
Opportunity to teach
You will be asked to guide a Prenatal and Postnatal Barre&Baby class
MODULE 11
Final Barre&Baby™ Assessments
Supported by the Barre&Baby teachers team, you will be assessed and guided into confidently and professionally teaching Barre&Baby
COURSE DATES
For a limited time, the Barre&Baby Teacher Training will be available as a 1:1 individual journey.
If you feel deeply called to support motherhood—
because you know how much it matters for the rest of humanity—
you’ll be personally guided by Elisa, the founder of Barre&Baby.
📩 DM us if you’re ready to begin.