MEET THE TEAM
Our certified instructors (Barre-tenders) will work with you to provide a comfortable and personalized experience at any fitness level.
Barre-tenders
Laura C.
Founder - classic Barre, barre brawl, barre bounce, barre cardio, barre Strength instructor
Laura has always been drawn to sports, dance and fitness. She was a dancer for 15 years and taught dance classes for four years at a studio in Iowa. She’s been engaged in group fitness for over 20 years, as a student and instructor, and she loves empowering others to reach their health and fitness goals.
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Laura is certified in the Barre Amped and Barre 60 methods, although she’s comprehensively studied six different styles of barre, as well as the human anatomy of exercise and movement. She's also certified in Barre Fight (a barre/kickboxing fusion), Bounce, and Balletone. She strives to connect with clients and create a relaxed class setting where students feel comfortable challenging themselves and trying new postures when they’re physically ready. Laura's grown to love the extreme physical and emotional benefits of a well-crafted barre session. She’s also CPR/AED certified.
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When she's not engaged in group fitness at Breaking Barre, Laura loves baking, crafting, traveling, reading, outdoor activities and spending time with her husband and two daughters.
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erin N.
Lead instructor - classic barre, barre brawl, barre bounce, barre cardio, Barre Strength, Pilates instructor
Erin has had a passion for movement, dance, and fitness since she was a young girl. After years of studying dance, Erin turned to group fitness to stay active in college while studying music education. Shortly thereafter, she began her journey as a group fitness instructor.
Erin is certified in Barre Above, Cardio Yoga, Balletone, Barre Fight (a barre and kickboxing fusion), Bounce, and POP Pilates, in addition to other group fitness strength formats. She's also AFFA and CPR/AED certified. She has been teaching throughout Central Florida for over five years. Erin’s classes are driven by music! Her history of studying and teaching music inspires her classes to move with the music as you work toward a stronger, healthier you!
Erin works full time as an elementary music teacher. When she’s not teaching, Erin enjoys rock climbing and exploring the outdoors – though she is equally happy to be inside with a good book!
Kelly
classic barre, barre core, barre brawl, Barre Bounce instructor
Kelly’s passion is helping people find joy through movement. She began dancing at age ten and trained for 12 years. After graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in Dramatic Arts and Media Studies, she taught dance and acting classes at public and private schools in Western North Carolina and North Georgia. While a regular participant in group fitness classes since high school, Kelly discovered her love for barre while working at a dance/fitness studio in New Zealand. She soon became a barre instructor and earned her certification through the International Ballet Barre Fitness Association. Currently, Kelly is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Bounce certified, and is CPR/AED certification.
When not in the fitness studio, Kelly is in the dance studio. She teaches ballet, tap, and jazz at Joy Performing Arts in Oviedo. In her spare time, Kelly can most likely be found planning her next trip, crafting, theme park hopping, or learning obscure history facts by listening to podcasts.
ashton
CLASSIC BARRE, BARRE CORE, BARRE strength, cardio dance instructor
Ashton grew up dancing locally at The School of Performing Arts. While attending UCF, she instructed summer dance team camps for Universal Dance Association and judged middle/high school dance competitions. Ashton was a member of the 2009-2010 Orlando Magic Dancers, also performing as a dunking dancer during select games. She then spent ten years at Lake Mary Preparatory School where she taught dance classes throughout the school day and headed the middle and high school competition teams.
Looking for a way to continue dancing, she came across Breaking Barre’s Cardio Dance Class and loved that it felt more like a dance party than a workout! After mastering Cardio Dance, Ashton got certified through Breaking Barre to teach barre classes as well. She is excited to share her love for both formats as an instructor now.
When Ashton isn’t teaching, she’s spending time with her husband and two boys, creating wood signs for her craft business Cords & Boards, or working on a DIY project around the house.
Maria K.
classic Barre, barre core, BARRE BOUNCE instructor
As a busy Momma to four teenagers (one with special needs), Maria knows how important it is to prioritize time for yourself. We often forget to make time to take care of ourselves so we can take care of the people who matter most to us. Barre fitness has been a fun way for her to prioritize her personal physical and mental well-being while having fun doing it!!
Maria fell in love with health and wellness over 11 years ago. After embarking on her own transformative health journey, she began to develop a passion for the health and fitness industry. After working out consistently at home and in the gym she happened upon Barre fitness. After taking just a couple of classes in the Breaking Barre studio, she was hooked. Barre is fun, each class is different, the workouts are challenging and they utilized her love for dance and movement. Oh, and let’s not forget all the years of cheerleading! She thoroughly enjoys cheering on those taking her classes.
After taking over 700+ classes at Breaking Barre, she decided to pursue a Barre certification. When Maria is not in the studio, she is leading a local church alongside her husband, laughing with her kids, exploring Disney World, or snuggled up on the couch with her family.
kim
classic barre, barre core, BARRE STRENGTH, CARDIO DANCE instructor
Kim has been dancing since she can remember! She has always had a passion for fitness, dancing & music. She has competed in many national dance competitions & was captain of her college dance team. Fitness has always been of the utmost importance in her life.
Kim discovered Breaking Barre three years ago when she was looking for a new fitness program. She fell in love with Breaking Barre the minute she took her first class. Kim was able to become a substitute instructor for Carido Dance which then fueled her desire to become a Barre instructor! Kim is certified in Barre Core, Classic Barre, Cardio Dance & Express Barre. Kim enjoys all that Barre has to offer, a full body workout in a positive, uplifting environment all while incorporating music & dance movements.
When Kim isn't at the Barre studio, you'll find her on her boat fishing with her husband & friends, in the kitchen cooking up a feast for her family of 6 or at her River House in Homosassa Springs.
AMANDA
POWER BARRE, YOGA instructor
Growing up in a competitive dance studio and becoming an apprentice for a national dance convention gave Amanda the ‘dancing bug’. While traveling the world dancing on cruise ships and around the U.S., she fell in love with teaching group fitness in between each job. Amanda loves teaching all types of fitness, including Power, Yoga, and cardio interval training, but barre holds a special place in her heart because it works all the 'dancer muscles’. Barre also carried her through a neck injury, allowing her to feel successful due to the low impact, yet high intensity nature of the workout! Amanda earned certifications through Barre 54 and Barre 3 and has 13 years of experience teaching barre fitness. She's also CPR/AED certified.
When Amanda isn’t instructing, she’s helping people get healthy through nutrition coaching, her other passion. She's also Mom to 2 girls and a boy who keep her busy! She loves outdoor activities and traveling with her ‘high school sweetheart’ husband and kiddos.
ERIN B.
Classic barre, barre core instructor
Erin has always been very active and focused on her health as a top priority for herself. She has been dancing since age three and has competed in many national dance competitions throughout the years. She's always enjoyed fitness in the form of dance and was thrilled when she learned about Breaking Barre's impressive variety of group fitness classes.
Erin has just recently achieved her first barre certification through our very own Breaking Barre studio. She is certified to teach our Classic Barre, Express Barre, and Barre Core classes. She is also CPR/AED certified.
Erin works full-time as a Nurse Educator training newly hired nurses in the Central Florida area. Her career as a nurse has provided her with the proper education and advanced understanding of the human anatomy and physiology that helps our members practice safely and effectively.
In her spare time, Erin loves to be outdoors, explore new places in her community, and spend time with friends and family.
jill
barre strength instructor
Ever since she was a teenager Jill has been mentoring and teaching. This passion for helping and supporting others led her into the field of education where she taught thousands of students over her 15 years, as well as mentored and lead other teachers to find their strengths in the profession. She looks forward to bringing this passion to her Breaking Barre classes and will support and encourage all members to achieve their personal fitness goals.
Jill has always loved being active and tries to get in some form of physical activity every day. While looking to change up her exercise routine she stumbled upon Breaking Barre and was hooked immediately. She was drawn in by the welcoming atmosphere, supportive members and instructors and the dynamic and challenging variety of classes that are offered. Before she knew it, Breaking Barre became her home away from home.
When not in the BB studio she spends as much time as possible with her two sons and her husband. Their favorite place is on their boat, fishing, lounging, and soaking in the beautiful Florida sunshine!
alison
classic barre, barre core instructor
Alison discovered group fitness in high school. She was drawn to the physical and mental health benefits as well as its role in preventing injuries. Working full-time as an elementary school teacher, group fitness is an important part of keeping balance in her life. After trying a variety of barre, yoga and dance studios, she found the perfect mix of fun, community, and class variety at Breaking Barre! She was inspired by her love of teaching to get certified as a barre instructor.
Alison recently achieved her first certification through Breaking Barre! She is certified to teach Classic Barre, Express Barre and Barre Core classes.
When Alison isn’t at the barre or in the classroom you can find her spending time with her friends or her cat, Hopper. She is deeply involved in her church and her book club. She also enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants or coffee shops, and playing board games.
erika
cardio dance Instructor
From the moment Erika slipped on her first pair of ballet shoes at the age of two, she was hooked. Erika has studied dance extensively with over 20 years of training. She graduated from UCF with a degree in Physical Education and served as a dance instructor in the Florida public school system for 10 years.
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Erika is certified in both Zumba and Zumba Gold. She incorporates her knowledge of Zumba and her diverse dance background into a dynamic cardio dance class that's exciting and engaging. She's also currently CPR/AED certified.
Erika loves that cardio dance masquerades as a workout in disguise, providing an opportunity to let loose, sweat and smile. When Erika isn’t instructing, she’s running her wreath-making business, Handmade by Harvey. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the beach, traveling, spending time with family and baking with her daughter.
hannah
Classic barre, barre core, Barre strength instructor
Hannah's passion for fitness and movement started when she was a little gymnast-in-training, flipping and tumbling her way through her youth and high school years.
As a certified Breaking Barre instructor, Hannah brings a unique perspective to her classes, drawing on her years of experience in gymnastics to help her clients achieve their fitness goals. She believes that barre isn't just a workout - it's a lifestyle that can transform both the body and mind (and maybe even the soul, if you're really into it).
Hannah pushes her clients to challenge their limits while also providing modifications for those who need them. Her classes are known for being a blast, with a focus on form and killer playlists. Her goal is to create a community where everyone is welcome, motivated, and maybe even a little obsessed with barre (just like her).
When she's not busy transforming bodies and minds in class, you can find her traveling the world, eating her way through new cities, soaking up the sun (with plenty of SPF, of course), and hanging out with her husband and son. She firmly believes that a good barre workout is a key to achieving balance in life.
chrissy
ballet fit INSTRUCTOR
Chrissy has been teaching dance in the Central Florida area for almost 20 years. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance, she began her teaching career at The School of Performing Arts, working with dancers of all ages, with a concentration in ballet and jazz.
During this time, she became a Licensed Massage Therapist and earned her Masters in Arts Sports and Fitness: Health/Wellness and Applied Exercise Physiology from UCF. She now teaches at Tutus School of Dance in Oviedo.
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Chrissy recently earned her barre certification through Barre Above.
Combining her multi-disciplinary expertise and specialized training, Chrissy integrates her knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and overall body functionality, into her dance and fitness classes. She’s excited to bring her love of Classical Ballet Barre, and knowledge of the body, to Breaking Barre to create a dynamic exercise experience for her students.
laura b.
barre stretch instructor
Laura B. is excited to bring her zany blend of wellness and motivation to the tribe at Breaking Barre! Formerly an All American springboard diver, Laura discovered dance while competing for Purdue University in the 80's. Weary of being frozen, soaking wet, nearly naked and terrified, she retired from competition and began coaching professionally. At about that time, Laura stumbled into serious dance classes, applied that to what she knew from sports, and found purpose. Thirty-six years later, she is still helping people reach their goals, stay in shape, and conquer their inner demons. Her connection with students, down-to-earth conversational style, and cross-training make her classes something unique. She specializes in stretching, classic barre fitness and dance fitness, but you may see her filling in for other styles. Laura is certified in the Barre Revolution method and has been instructing barre classes for years.
“I was put on this earth to make people redefine age”, says Laura. She and her husband Tom have 3 grown children, and a grandbaby!
marie
barre bounce, PILATES instructor
Marie has been instructing group fitness group classes for over 10 years. She fell in love with group classes after taking an interest in fitness and dance in high school. With a desire to share her passion for movement with others, she began instructing while still pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Health and Wellness at UNC Asheville.
Marie is currently a certified ACE Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer and Experienced 200 hour Yoga Instructor. Marie is certified in a wide range of specialty class formats, including: Barre, Zumba, Yoga, Bounce, Kickbox, Strong, Aqua, TRX, Cycle, and most recently Balletone.
Marie loves how Barre classes can provide a cardio workout while staying low-impact, improve flexibility and strengthen the entire body.
Outside of the studio, Marie enjoys spending time outdoors, kayaking and traveling.
ariel
Yoga Instructor
Meet Ariel, a yogi who is deeply committed to her community and empowering others. With her gentle yet strong presence, she radiates positivity and inspires those around her to embrace their own inner strength. Ariel believes in the power of yoga as a transformative practice, not only for the body but also for the mind and spirit.
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Beyond her personal practice, Ariel dedicates herself to serving her community. She organizes yoga workshops and classes that are accessible to people of all backgrounds and abilities. Ariel believes that by sharing the gift of yoga, she can help others discover their own inner strength and find peace amidst the chaos of everyday life.
Ariel's mission is to empower others to embrace their authentic selves and live a life of purpose and fulfillment. She encourages her students to let go of self-doubt, embrace their uniqueness, and step into their personal power. Ariel's compassionate nature and genuine desire to uplift others make her a beloved figure in her community.
Jeri
yoga INSTRUCTOR
Jeri has more than 35 years of experience in physical fitness and mind-body healing. She began her career teaching dance fitness with her own Jazzercise franchise. After a back injury, she gravitated toward yoga, Pilates, strength training, and other mind-body modalities, that not only helped her to heal but also set her on a new path.
Today, Jeri enjoys making yoga, Pilates, and yogilates accessible to all her students, who range in age from 14 to 88, with all abilities and body types. She uses her intuitive nature to heal while also creating a nourishing, playful and relaxing environment.
Her innovative style is both fluid and eclectic, incorporating years of learning and training. As a result, her students have described their experience as becoming more flexible, stronger, fit, more relaxed and more aware of their body.
In addition to multiple certifications, Jeri is an Accessible Yoga Ambassador, and is certified in LoveYourBrainYoga which helps people affected by traumatic brain injury.
KID CARE ASSOCIATES
Tiana
kid care ASSOCIATE
Tiana has been working with young kids since the seventh grade as a volunteer at her church's VBS. She also volunteered for many kid's summer camps including a week overnight camp, helped with a musical theater production of Frozen Kids, leads small groups of 5th through 8th graders, and continues to volunteer at VBS every summer. Her love for kids stems from her care for her brother and cousins, whom she is very close with.
Tiana is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences at UCF to hopefully move on to graduate school to become a pediatric occupational therapist. She hopes to help kids on their journey to improve specific skills. She believes that when children are loved well, intentionally cared for, and encouraged, they will thrive at their own beautiful pace.
sarah
kid care associate
Sarah has over six years of experience working with kids and spent a significant amount of time throughout high school volunteering as a Childcare Attendant and a Camp Assistant for several Children’s Theaters in the Oviedo and Winter Springs area. She also has several years of experience working as a choreographer/director for Children’s Musical Theater Productions around Central Florida.
Sarah is currently studying Communications at UCF and has a passion for kids and performing. She believes in creating a safe environment for all children to be themselves and aspires to continuously foster their imagination and creativity. She is also CPR and First Aid certified.
MELISSA
kid care associate
Melissa is the proud grandmother of two girls (ages 9 and 11), and she absolutely loves spending time with them.
She's also an active member of the Oviedo Woman’s Club and has served as the Education Chair, Philanthropic Chair, and President.
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Melissa also volunteers at Evans Elementary and oversees the Reading Acceleration Program (RAP) and the Healthy Hands Program, where she teaches children how to properly wash their hands. In addition, she's a RAP volunteer for several other local elementary schools. She truly enjoys teaching children to read!
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Melissa is also CPR/AED certified.