Detroit Barre, located in a refurbished carriage house in the riverfront/warehouse district, is offering a class, Barre Essentials, that is perfect for beginners. Owner Laura Davis says, “We have all been there! The important thing to do is push through—and remember how amazing you will feel when you complete the workout!” The studio has a cool urban feel with exposed brick in a refurbished historic home.

            Barre Essentials introduces barre technique to new clients and challenges intermediate and advanced clients to focus more on form and breath. Classes follow the format of a traditional barre class and provide a dynamic full-body fitness class. Students stretch, lift, and burn, working target areas: core, seat and arms. With high-energy music and great teacher instruction, they are able to lengthen, strengthen, sculpt and tone. Barre features low-impact, isometric exercises that combine techniques from ballet, Pilates and yoga. Benefits of barre include increased energy; greater strength and flexibility; strengthened cardiac health; better mood; more mental acuity; and improved sleep.

Location: 2217 Franklin St., Detroit. For more information and to register, call 313-241-6447 or visit DetroitBarre.com.