Barre Fusion Instructor Training and Coaching Program
January - February 2026
Held at Pleasure Point Sanctuary’s Dance & Movement Studio in Santa Cruz, California
SPACE IS LIMITED ~ THIS WILL FILL
Welcome to our Barre Fusion Instructor Training & Coaching Program
Calling Barre enthusiasts! If Barre classes are your go to workout of choice, we invite you to take the next BIG step and prepare to become a Barre Fusion Instructor.
Our instructor training program goes beyond theory and lecture. Through our hands-on coaching sessions you will develop the tools needed to build your class and the skills needed to deliver your class with confidence.
This comprehensive Instructor Program will consist of a 4 hour Training Workshop and 4 Class Setup Coaching Sessions each 1.5 hours. Workshop and Coaching sessions will cover :
Barre Class Philosophy
Class Creation
Exercise Selection
Sequencing and Techniques
Use of "Layers Of Challenge" Philosophy
Cueing Techniques,
Music Selection and Use
AND help you build your teaching confidence and your own personal teaching style
This training is led by veteran fitness expert / professional Deborah Yates.
More than anything, you will connect to your personal teaching practice!
But at its heart, this program is about stepping into your gifts as a leader and barre fusion teacher.
Welcome to the next step in your journey, future teacher…
Meet Your Lead Instructor - Deborah Yates
Deborah Yates, dancer, veteran fitness professional and National Aerobic Champion, has traveled the world sharing her love for dance based fitness classes and today continues with her "Inspire Dance". Many years ago, embarking on the adventure of combining her love of ballet and fitness, discovered the genre, "Barre" and has been in love ever since.
"I spent several years managing group fitness programs for several Bay Area sport resort clubs which were very challenging, inspiring, and a lot of fun. I also had the opportunity to train, mentor/coach new group fitness instructors interested in joining the fitness world and always found this process to be an extremely rewarding experience.
I look forward to passing on my love , experience and knowledge in fitness to Barre enthusiasts looking to join the ranks of this wonderful world of Health & Fitness!”!
Deborah’s Class Schedule at Pleasure Point:
Inspire Dance – Sunday 10:00 – 11:00 am
Core Foundations - Monday 11:30 - 12:30 pm
Core Foundations - Friday 10:30 - 11:30 am
Barre Fusion – Tuesday 10:15 – 11:15 am
Barre Fusion – Thursday 10:15 – 11:15 am
Email – dydance59@gmail.com
Instagram – @dancinglydeb
Upon Completion You Will Receive:
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You’ll be a certified Barre Teacher and qualified to teach at fitness studios, gyms, and private classes
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Hone in your barre fusion teaching practice skills by joining our FREE Community Class teaching team - taught exclusively by graduates of our Barre Fusion Instructor Training and Coaching Program
2026 Winter Barre Fusion Instructor Training & Coaching Program
Training Dates:
January - February 2026
Training Workshop:
Sunday, January 25th from 12pm - 4pm
Class Set-Up Coaching Sessions:
11:30am - 1:00pm
February 1st
February 8th
February 15th
February 22nd (graduation)
Held in Santa Cruz, CA at Pleasure Point Sanctuary’s Dance & Movement Studio located at 3603 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, 95062
Tuition: $425
LIMITED TO 12 STUDENTS ~ SIGN UP EARLY AS THIS WILL FILL
Barre Teacher Training Rates are per person and include your tuition and all the training and classwork required to become certified to teach Barre Fusion at gyms, fitness & dance studio, or private classes
Welcome to your journey, future teachers…
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