Raise the Barre

04/29/2026

Behind every moment on stage is a whole lot of behind-the-scenes work 💪✨

Our props are officially in progress… emphasis on in progress. What you’re seeing here is far from the finished product, but it’s a glimpse into the time, effort, and creativity that go into bringing our show to life.

From sketching ideas, gathering materials, cutting, painting, reworking (and sometimes starting over), prop building is a labor of love. And if you know me… you know there’s a very good chance I’ll be adding a little sparkle to just about everything before it hits the stage ✨

02/09/2026

As a reminder we do have MONDAY and TUESDAY classes this week! Make sure you show up to class, or I'll have to hit you with the big stick chatgpt thinks ballet teachers have 😂 😘 (And apparently I like to bring my pets and random hedgehog to work with me too.)

01/24/2026

*Monday's* Classes are canceled.

01/07/2026

✨ Why Do We Read Stories in Ballet Class? ✨

At Raise the Barre, we use the Once Upon a Ballet curriculum, and yes, that means storybook time 📖🩰

Here’s why it matters:
🩰 Ballet is an art of storytelling.
Before dancers ever learn big jumps or turns, they learn how to express ideas, emotions, and characters with their bodies. Stories help young dancers understand that ballet isn’t just steps, it’s a story brought to life through movement.

📖 Stories spark imagination & focus.
Listening to a short ballet-themed story helps our littlest dancers connect movement to imagery (floating like a feather, tiptoeing like a fairy, marching like a prince). This builds creativity, musicality, and confidence in a way that feels playful and age-appropriate.

🕑 A five minute story time happens only during the FIRST class of each month for Pre-Ballet A and Pre-Ballet B, then it’s back to dancing!

A little imagination goes a long way in creating beautiful dancers 💕🩰

01/05/2026

Great class tonight with a great group of ladies! Plenty of room for more next week 😜

•Mondays 4:30-5:15
•No experience necessary
•Low impact (no jumping)
•First class is FREE

12/01/2025

09/16/2025

First class of the 2025/2026 season at RTB 🎉 We're ready for a another great year! 💃

09/09/2025

✨Exciting update for our Tuesday dancers! ✨

We’re thrilled to welcome Miss Jessen as an assistant in Tuesday classes. She’ll be bringing her energy, kindness, and love of dance to help our little ones grow each week. 💕🩰

06/09/2025

🌊✨ Get ready to set sail on a new adventure! ✨🌊
Next season at Raise the Barre, we’re diving into the world of Gulliver’s Travels, a whimsical ballet filled with tiny people, giant creatures, flying islands, and magical lands! 🐜🦋⛵

Our dancers will bring this story to life through original choreography, fun characters, and beautiful storytelling on stage. Whether you’re just starting out or returning for another season, this is your chance to be part of a creative, theatrical ballet experience like no other!

📣 Spots are filling quickly, and we can’t wait to start building this adventurous world with all of you.
Register now to join the journey → raisethebarrefitness.com

Let’s make next season unforgettable! 🌟