tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27298910524275096922024-03-17T20:03:21.672-07:00Boss Ballet BarresBoss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.comBlogger82125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-87815067268224275332015-02-12T06:12:00.002-08:002015-02-12T06:12:14.860-08:00How to Choose Ballet Barres for Beginners<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Whether you’re more interested in dance or the physical benefits you
can achieve from exercises that utilize a ballet barre, there are a
number of reasons why you might be looking to buy your very first barre.
There are a few useful things you should keep in mind when looking for <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/category_s/1814.htm" target="_blank">ballet barres for beginners</a>.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">First, remember the fact that your <em>are</em> only a beginner. You
don’t need a Pro Barre just yet. Look for one that was designed with
beginners specifically in mind. It’ll be a little cheaper and that’s
always good when you’re learning something new. When you first start
learning piano you don’t start with a Steinway Grand, and the same is
true for ballet barres. You should get a beginner or intermediate barre
and build from there.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Some people might tell you that it’s better for beginners to start
out on a permanent barre fixed into the wall because it can take more
weight, but the truth is that you shouldn’t be leaning your entire
weight on it anyway. If you’re using the barre as if it were the only
thing keeping you from toppling to the ground, then you’re doing it
wrong. You should view it as your partner, you place your hand on it and
it teaches you balance, but it’s a tool, not a crutch.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A portable barre is in fact better for beginners for a number of
reasons but one of them is very simple and practical. An attached barre
really doesn’t offer anything more and it requires the bigger commitment
of drilling holes into your wall, a step that many beginners might be
unwilling to take so soon for their new interest.</span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Portability is also important if you’re going to be using a lot of
instructional videos. You can pull out the barre in front of the TV and
put it back when you’re done. Another good reason to get a portable barre
is that someone can stand on either side of it, meaning you can practice
with a friend (as with every other kind of exercise, it’s always good
to have a friend there to urge you on!).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Please feel free to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">contact us</a> for beginner ballet barre advice. We'd be very pleased to listen to your needs, and suggest the right Boss Ballet Barre for you.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-71567762713007567122015-01-29T11:19:00.005-08:002015-01-29T11:19:44.371-08:00Can You Use Ballet Barres for All Kinds of Dance?<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you’re starting to learn ballet, it’s very natural that you’re
going to be interested in buying a ballet barre to practice with.
However what you may not know is that it’s actually very useful to use <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank" title="ballet barres for all kinds of dance">ballet barres for all kinds of dance</a>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One of the first, most important reasons is that all dance styles use
a lot of energy and strength and many of the same muscles, and barre
exercises are especially designed to build those muscles. Also no matter
what style of dance you’re studying, you need to learn balance and
ballet barre exercises offer some of the best ways to learn it because
so much of ballet is about balance.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Flexibility is also vital, as it’s exactly what a dancer needs to be
able to bring life and momentum to hip hop, jazz and countless other
styles.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Barre exercises also improve posture, the importance of which can't
be overestimated. For both ballroom and Latin dances, posture is
important when working with your partner and for exuding that seemingly
effortless elegance that likely played an important part in attracting
you to dance in the first place.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Posture is also important if you're interested in ever competing in
dance competitions, amateur or otherwise. Judges take posture into
account very seriously when scoring, especially for ballroom dancing.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However ballet barres have more to offer than exercises. They offer a
great way to practice new steps. For instance if your class is tackling
a new tango step and you want to work on it at home, you might not have
a partner to try it with and the balance a partner can give you plays a
big role in the feel of each move. A ballet barre acts as a stationary
partner, giving you the chance to learn the proper distance you should
be from your partner and practice with that extra bit of helpful
support.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">At the end of the day, whether you’re learning swing, Irish
step-dance, ballroom or ballet, a barre is an invaluable training tool.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Please feel free to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank" title="contact us">contact us</a> at any time; we'd be happy to share more information with you, and go over the barres that would best suit your situation. We'd love to hear from you.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-22865458417918382592015-01-23T07:04:00.001-08:002015-01-23T07:04:18.208-08:00Top Benefits of Ballet Barre Fitness That You Should Be Aware Of<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If your goal is to get in shape and lose weight in the coming year,
you may want to consider ballet. Learning ballet can help you in more
ways than one-here are some benefits of <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank">ballet barre fitness</a> you should know about.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sculpts Lean Muscle</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ballet moves are designed to develop long, lean muscles that in turn
will make you appear more toned. It is particularly effective at toning
the hips, calves, thighs and buttocks, which are problem areas for many
people.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Flattens the Abdominals</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Back and abdominal muscles are naturally strengthened, which leads to a flatter stomach.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Improves Posture</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To perform ballet moves correctly, you’ll need to constantly be aware
of your posture and alignment. This is likely to continue after you
leave the dance studio because you’ll automatically be more aware of
slouching.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Improves Flexibility</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In ballet, you’ll work on muscles that aren’t often used during other
activities. You’ll also spend a great deal of time on the barre
stretching to warm these muscles for use. As a result, you should notice
improved flexibility in only a short amount of time.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Eliminates Stress</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The combination of dance moves and soothing music are enough to help
you eliminate your worries and relieve stress. As such, ballet can be an
excellent form of exercise if you regularly have anxiety attacks or
suffer from depression.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Improves Confidence</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You’ll naturally become more poised and confident as you master
increasingly difficult moves. The fact that you look and feel better
will help improve your self-esteem as well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">These are just a few benefits you can enjoy from learning ballet, but
there are actually quite a few more. To see the huge selection of
ballet barres we have for home or studio use, <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">contact us</a>.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-68817415397678845432015-01-16T04:56:00.000-08:002015-01-16T05:15:41.139-08:00All Barres Are NOT Created Equal<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ballet barres, by definition, are either mounted or free standing forms of
handrails used to practice various performance moves that are balance
based. Additionally, the bars can be used for pre-rehearsal warm up
techniques, workouts, and stretching. Not truly meant to be gripped tightly, it is commonly known that quite often they are indeed used in just that way. So strength is paramount when choosing a ballet barre.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There are two typically seen types of ballet barre:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mounted</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As the name suggests, mounted barres are fixed to either the wall or
floor in some way. They are horizontal and usually span the length of
the periphery of the performance or work out area. Diminishing in popularity due to several limitations, the biggest issue seems to be that users of the barre can only orient themselves in one direction, meaning instructors can only be seen when facing away from the wall the barre is mounted to.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Portable</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank">Portable (or free-standing) barres</a> are designed to be
moved around. They typically consist of the main horizontal round rail
mounted between two uprights with legs and feet. These are an excellent
option as they can be readily moved when the floor needs to
be clear, or when another studio needs an extra barre, as well as having complete freedom of movement and orientation.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Barres can be made from wood, metal, aluminum or PVC pipe, with wood and metal being the two most common, due to the inherent weaknesses in aluminum and PVC pipe.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wood</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wood was the traditional material for ballet bars. However, this
doesn't mean it's the best choice - far from it. While wood is quite visually
appealing in a traditional sense, and pleasant to touch, finding long lengths of high-quality
wood to create the rails from can be a difficult (and costly) task. It
is not recommended to go cheaper when faced with this obstacle, as poor
quality wood can splinter and split over time as well as slowly work
loose from the binds affixing it to the wall or floor. Additionally, it
is not recommended for use as a portable barre system as wood has a
tendency to warp and lose its form with repeated moving and dis-assembly.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However, the biggest drawback to wood bars is the fact that they take in germs like a sponge, and pass them on to whomever uses the barre next. Even with rigorous, constant wipe-downs, this fact remains one of the biggest concerns with wood.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Steel</span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></b>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong and inexpensive (depending on the type of metal used) and with
an excellent strength to weight ratio, steel boasts quite a number of
advantages over its wooden counterparts. Being non-porous, metal
disinfects readily and easily as opposed to wood, which is important in
public facilities. Add in a powder-coated layer, and you have incredible germ-resistance. Steel is also an excellent candidate for
portable barre systems, as they can last for years and years with minimal upkeep
and maintenance.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Though wood used to be the more traditional material for ballet barres, its
time in the spotlight is slowly coming to a close as steel barres, like our Boss Ballet Barres, take the
stage. The benefits of cleanliness, cost efficiency, and durability are
sealing the deal for many looking for barres both for public and at home
use. If you would like to read more about our portable steel barre
systems, we welcome you to visit our <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank">website</a>. Additionally, you can <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">contact us</a> to go over your specific needs, and one of our helpful staff will be able to recommend a customized solution, just for you.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-51329024194693819322015-01-09T07:55:00.000-08:002015-01-09T07:55:52.144-08:00How Ballet and Barre Fitness Can Help Kids Concentrate<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As you may have seen or experienced yourself, children seem to have shorter attention spans these days, and the
number of kids being diagnosed with attention-related disorders is at an
all-time high. One way to help your kids become more focused without
medication is through ballet. This classic form of dance is suitable for
kids of all ages, and will allow them to have fun while also
strengthening their minds and bodies.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The structured setting provided by a ballet class allows children to
develop discipline and self-control. These concepts are reinforced as
they practice new positions over and over to master them. In time, they
become more confident in their abilities, and are more willing to listen
to instructions both on and off the dance floor.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Physical exercise isn't just good for the body-it’s also beneficial
to the mind. Kids who get exercise on a regular basis have less stress,
better memories and are more focused than children who do not exercise.
It’s not unusual for children to achieve higher grades after taking
ballet lessons for only a short while.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When children participate in dance classes, they’ll be getting
physical exercise instead of spending time in front of a television or
computer. This is important, as overusing technology can also reduce a
child’s attention span. They’ll be less likely to do these things
outside of ballet class, since they’ll also need to spend time
practicing at home.</span><br />
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<a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Ballet and barre fitness</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">
isn't just good for children, but it’s also a great form of exercise
for adults. For this reason, many families enroll together so they can
spend quality time with each other and have fun at the same time. These
families often purchase ballet barres for home use so they can practice
outside of the dance studio as well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here at Boss Ballet Barres, we would like to invite you to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">contact us</a> to find out more about our products, including the widest selection of structural steel ballet barres available for the home, school/studio, or professional settings.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-41922644596088093762015-01-06T05:03:00.000-08:002015-01-06T05:03:13.456-08:00Make Your Business Stronger with Portable Ballet Barres<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you are the owner of a dance studio, your business could greatly benefit from adding <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank" title="portable ballet barres">portable ballet barres</a>.
At Boss Ballet Barre, we make the strongest, and sturdiest of ballet barres available.
The fact that you can purchase portable barres makes for great
convenience to your business. Give this a thought... You may not want to
stay in your current location long-term. A larger facility may be an
option in the future. If you have the Boss Portable Ballet Barres in
your studio now, they could easily be transferred to your new facility. If you do plan on staying long-term, our portable ballet barres are easily moved from studio room to studio room, and can be carried by only one or two students or teachers.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You most likely have a class for younger children. What is the
biggest concern for parents of a child in learning? Safety is their
number one priority. You can put their minds at ease by telling them
just how strong and durable your ballet barres are. Here's the thing
with parents: when they find something that's enjoyable and safe for
their child, they share that information with other parents. Therefore,
you may gain new customers just by having the safest and strongest ballet barres
around.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As with most studios, you probably have a few different classes.
Maybe one for small children, or beginners; and another for young
adults, and another for more advanced students. The great thing about
the Boss Portable Ballet Barres is that you can get them in many different
sizes. The smaller children may get more benefit from our Princess barre,
since it is designed shorter than the studio standard height, with children in mind. You could easily have a
Princess Barre on one side of your studio, and still have one or several of our
standard-height Intermediate or Pro barres on the other side.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For your convenience, we ship all over North America, currently with Flat-Rate Ground Shipping. Feel free to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank" title="contact us">contact us</a> to speak to our helpful staff with any information request you may have. They will be happy to help you figure out the best options for your business.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-88155797539536368212014-12-30T06:01:00.000-08:002014-12-30T06:01:16.632-08:00The Advantages of Free Standing Ballet Barres<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You've seen this scenario many times on TV shows and in movies: a ballerina practicing her pliés<em> </em>and
tendus holding onto a wood, wall mounted ballet barre. What you may not
know is that ballet barres have developed by leaps and bounds over the
past few decades and one of the leaders in portable barre production is
Boss Portable Ballet Barres.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Whether you're a studio owner, dance class instructor or a fitness
buff who likes to workout at home, there are many advantages to using <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank" title="free standing ballet barres">free standing ballet barres</a> vs. wall mounted barres. Here are the top 5:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. Portable ballet barres can be configured to maximize
teacher/student interaction. Instead of students always facing a wall or
mirror and having to turn their heads to see their instructor, Boss
Barres are lightweight and can be easily moved from one spot to another
or from room to room.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Boss Ballet Barres are made of durable long lasting structural
steel tubing, designed in collaboration with many studios and schools. In fact, it was the daughter of the president of the
parent company, Boss Steel, Ltd., who originally came up with the idea.
And, she was an accomplished dancer to boot!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. Wood barres collect dust, dirt and germs, harboring bacteria and transferring them from person to person. Boss Ballet Barres are easy to
wipe down and can reduce the transfer of germs from continued use.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4. Because dancers touch, hold onto and continuously pull on wood barres,
they eventually splinter and can cause damage to the walls. That's never
the case with Boss Portable Barres because they're free standing and
made from sturdy steel.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">5. While traditional wood barres are one height and the same distance
from a wall or mirror, Boss Barres come in different models -- from the
Boss Pro and Intermediate to the Princess Barre for beginners. Plus,
our barres come in different lengths with extensions available on some
models.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One other great reason to buy from Boss Ballet Barres is that in addition to a
durable, long lasting product, customer service is our top priority. <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">Contact us</a> today to find out about the many benefits of our portable ballet barres; we'd be happy to share any information you require.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-1479616255001983982014-12-19T05:14:00.000-08:002014-12-19T05:14:42.272-08:00Stay Healthy and Happy with Ballet Barre Exercises<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Anyone who is a part of the workout community is most likely aware of
the growing trend of dancing workouts, such as ballroom or Bollywood
inspired dances. But <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank">ballet barre exercises</a> is the latest way of getting the job done for amazing toned legs and all around workouts these days.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Barre workouts are becoming a very fashionable way to get and stay in
shape, especially for celebrities. But why is it becoming so popular?
Here are a few reasons: </span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Can be done by anyone, no matter your size, age, or gender</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's a complete workout for your entire body that improves your health, posture, and confidence over time</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's never dull, you can change it up every day and still see results</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The exercises are gentle on your joints, but tough on your muscles</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Many gyms have begun to offer barre classes as an enjoyable activity
and numerous new studios have appeared throughout the country with barre
techniques as their form of exercise. But if either one of these
options doesn't make you want to move your body, you can always buy your
own barre, look up a video, and put on your favorite music within the
comfort of your own home. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Not to mention, physical benefits aren't the only form of exercise
you receive. You have to focus for barre exercising, just as
a professional dancer would have to. Plus, you can actually dance after
you workout and just enjoy moving your body that is wonderfully limber
and becoming healthier by the day. Who could ask for a more
comprehensive workout!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Feel free to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">contact us</a> to learn more about ballet barre exercising; we'd be more than happy to answer some of your questions, and share with you exactly how Boss Ballet Barres can be a part of your exercise regimen.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-62719880722001299272014-12-12T08:28:00.003-08:002014-12-12T08:28:51.651-08:00Try These Ballet Barre Exercises for Tighter Abs<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Though ballet moves are certainly beautiful and graceful, they also
require muscle strength that comes from hours of conditioning. Some of
the most important muscles for ballerinas are the deep core muscles,
which are used to support and stabilize several ballet exercises. What's
more, because ballet exercises use the core muscles so much, they are a
great way to strengthen them.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are several ballet barre exercises that will give you the core strength and physique of a professional ballerina's.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. Rotating Side Plank</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To go into a rotating side plank, start off in a forearm plank
position. Now, turn your hips so that one is leaning on top of the
other. After that, place your right arm on the floor while the rest of
your body is lifted up. The first thing you're going to do is pulse your
top leg toward the ceiling several times. Once you're done pulsing,
rest your leg back into the side-plank position.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now you'll want to lift your top hand and twist your body toward the
floor until your hand reaches through the open space between your body
and the floor (remember, your right arm is still supporting your plank
position at this point.) Do this several times and then repeat on the
other side. You should be feeling the burn by now!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Pelvic Tuck</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Did you know that increased motion in your pelvis helps strengthen
your lower abdominal muscles? That is what happens when you do a pelvic
tuck. To do one, face a ballet barre with your feet separated wide
apart. Your hands should be resting on the barre. Start bending your
knees while carefully bringing your navel to your spine. While you're
doing this, be sure to squeeze your belly button towards your spine.
Hold this position for a few counts, release, and repeat!</span><br />
<br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. Abdominal Scoop</span></strong><br />
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></strong>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Abdominal scoops strength the deep muscles of your core. How? Well,
when you're doing them you'll be bringing your navel into your spine the
whole exercise. To do an abdominal scoop, sit straight on your mat with
your knees bent and squeezed together. Hold the back of your thighs and
"scoop" your abdomen – that is, create an round shape with your upper
body by drawing your navel towards your spine. Lean back slightly, come
back towards the center, and repeat the exercise.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want to learn more about ballet exercises that will tighten your abs? If your answer was "yes!," feel free to visit our <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank" title="ballet barre excercises">website</a> and/or <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank" title="contact us">contact us</a>.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-36597126822878248202014-12-04T06:23:00.002-08:002014-12-04T06:23:55.476-08:00The Best Ballet Barre Exercises to Define Muscle<br />
<div>
It's not just ballerinas who work out at the barre these days. Celebrities,
athletes and every day people are using the ballet barre to build and define
muscle with safe, non-impact workouts. A Boss Portable Ballet Barre is the
perfect piece of equipment for the perfect workout.<br />
<br />
Here are the top 5 <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="ballet barre excercises">ballet barre excercises</a> you can do in
the studio, classroom or privacy of your own home. Be sure to warm up
first with lots of stretches.<br />
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1. Plié: With feet apart and toes pointed outward, bend your knees and
lower yourself toward the ground. Keep your heels on the floor. Put your
free arm out straight to the side. This will stretch your thighs and
glutes.<br />
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2. Grand plié: Similar to a plié, this time you'll slowly raise your
heels as you descend toward the floor until the back of your thighs make
contact with your calves. This will give a deeper muscle stretch.<br />
<br />
3. Relevé: Again, with feel apart, toes pointed outward and your free
arm to the side, raise yourself up onto the balls of your feet bringing your
heels off the ground. This move will engage your calves and feet muscles. Be
sure to keep your legs straight.<br />
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4. Battement tendu: With one hand on the barre and legs together, slide your
outside foot out, keeping it on the floor and ending with a point. This will
stretch the foot and build overall leg muscles. This is a great way to warm up
also. Do several repetitions and then switch sides and work the other leg.<br />
<br />
5. Rond de jambe: With one hand on the barre, point outer foot and move
in a semi-circular motion keeping toes on the floor. This is like sweeping the
floor with your toes. This helps with hip flexibility and defines calve and
foot muscles. For a more advanced workout, you can do the same move with your
foot in the air. After several repetitions, turn and do the same move with your
other leg.<br />
<br />
For more information on all of the Boss Portable Ballet Barre products for
studios, classrooms and home, please <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a>.</div>
Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-76022759140922556252014-11-21T05:01:00.002-08:002014-11-21T05:01:46.862-08:00Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in a Portable Ballet Barre<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In a typical ballet class, the barre is mounted on a wall and dancers can
only choose between facing the teacher or a mirror. This is not an ideal setup
and limits the interaction between teacher and student. Boss Portable Ballet
Barres are the perfect solution. Here are 5 of the top reasons to invest in <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="portable ballet barres">portable
ballet barres</a>:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. Boss Portable Ballet Barres are lightweight, considering their amazing strength, are easy to move around and easy
to configure in any size space so dancers can always see their teachers and
teachers can see their students.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Traditional wood barres collect germs. Our barres are made of
high-strength steel with a germ-resistant powder coating. They're easy to wipe
down and don't require any special cleaning product.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. Our portable barres require no maintenance, whereas wood and wall-mount barres can
eventually pull away from the walls, causing damage and requiring constant repairs.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4. Most wood barres are one height but we recognize that not all dancers are the
same height. Our barres come in the standard 44" height, along with our
37" Princess Barre for beginning dancers. Another plus is that the center
bar on some of our models can be adjusted up or down.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">5. You don't have to be a dancer to own a portable ballet barre! Our 6 foot
Pro model is ideal to stretch and do a ballet workout in the comfort of your
own home. It's so easy to move and store too.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Whether you're a dancer, teacher, studio owner or someone who just likes to
stretch and get limber at home, we have a product that's right for you.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250">Contact us</a>
for more information.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-22226555151701896162014-11-18T04:46:00.000-08:002014-11-18T04:46:19.301-08:00The Best Portable Ballet Barre Money Can BuyIt was a dancer who suggested Boss Steel Ltd. manufacture a portable <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="ballet barre">ballet barre</a>.
It wasn't just any dancer who came up with the idea, but an accomplished, award
winning dancer who also happened to be the daughter of the company's president.
Her idea sparked a durable line of portable ballet barres that combine our
patented line of connectors with high-strength structural steel tubing.<br />
<br />
What makes our products better than others is the fact that they're not only fairly lightweight, but also easy to maintain and clean. And even more importantly, they'll
last for many, many years. This alone is attractive to studio owners who have to
continuously replace and repair wood and wall mounted barres.<br />
<br />
At Boss, we developed a set of prototypes and asked our contacts in the
dance industry to try them out. What better audience to test a product than the
one that will actually end up using them! Our barres were tested at several schools and studios for over a year before being made available to the general public.<br />
<br />
Boss Ballet Barres, a member of the Boss Steel family, is proud of
establishing a tradition of superior-quality products and service, where
building a relationship with our customer takes priority. Since 1991, when Boss
Steel was founded by Doug Loyst and Steve Walker, we have provided superior
products and customer service.<br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/" target="_blank">Boss Portable Ballet Barres</a> come in a variety of models that are used in the
dance studio, classroom or home. In fact, the benefits of barre workouts for
non-dancers have been recognized by athletes looking to build strength,
flexibility and endurance. Whether you're a studio owner, teacher or figure
skater, we have a model that's right for everyone!<br />
<br />
<br />
For more information on our company and products, please <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a>.Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com43tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-77616976295525225322014-11-07T05:23:00.000-08:002014-11-07T05:24:27.471-08:00Attention Baby Boomers! The Benefits of a Barre Workout for Flexibility <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The 2014 U.S. Census Bureau states that there are 76.4 million Baby
Boomers -- those born between 1946 and 1964. This generation is continuously
seeking new ways to stay fit, whether it's Pilates, yoga or Zumba classes. A
great alternative is a ballet barre workout. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As we age, one of the key factors in keeping our bodies healthy is to focus
on low impact exercises and stretching. Our muscles are most flexible when
we're younger and the opposite as we get older. While touching toes first thing
in the morning is a great start to staying flexible, <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">the benefits of a barre workout for
flexibility</a> help add a level of creativity to your regular workout. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are the top reasons why a Boss Portable Ballet Barre is the piece of
equipment that complements your regular workout or and is an alternative to a
trip to the gym for busy Boomers:</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Basic ballet moves at the
barre are something anyone can do. Some specific moves that increase
flexibility include pliés, tendus and attitudes, which engage hip flexors,
ankles and hamstrings.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You can target parts of the
body that need increased flexibility such as hips, shins and back. And,
there's no impact on your joints which means no recovery time.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Stretching at the barre is
a great way to warm up if you're heading out for a jog, a swim or to play
touch football with the family. It's important to stretch before and after
a physical activity. </span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Flexibility is a measure of
the range of motion of a joint. Working out at the barre first with small,
repetitive movements not only builds muscle, but can help reduce the side
effects of chronic pain.</span></li>
</ul>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Many Boomers maintain busy
schedules and may not have time to get to the gym. A Boss Portable Ballet
Barre is lightweight and easy to move. Watching TV while increasing
flexibility at the barre is a great alternative to your exercise routine.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There are many videos
online that demonstrate barre workouts with the sole purpose of increasing
and maintaining flexibility. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There's really no downside to working out at the barre to increase
flexibility. It's convenient, maintenance free, cost effective and fun.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To learn more please <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250">contact us</a>.
Your muscles and joints will thank you!</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-21072801407403996092014-10-30T11:19:00.000-07:002014-10-30T11:19:49.055-07:00You May Be Surprised by the Benefits of a Barre Workout: For Athletes <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our series exploring the benefits of a good barre workout continues this week, with a focus on Athletes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There's a terrific episode of the TV show, "Glee," in which
football players in full uniform and black tar under their eyes dance with joy
on the field to Beyonce's hit, "Single Ladies." It's not traditional
ballet but it represents a trend in athletic training that's been taking shape
over the past decade. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You may think ballet and sports training aren't at all similar, but that's
not the case. Not only are there similarities between the two, <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">the benefits of a barre workout for
athletes</a> are numerous. Whether you're an amateur or professional
athlete, here are some of the top benefits:</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sports and ballet use some
of the same muscle groups. A barre workout can help in the
rehabilitation of sports injuries because it's low impact so that ankle,
knee and shin injuries aren't aggravated. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">According to <a href="http://healthyliving.azcentral.com/ballet-football-1747.html">Healthy
Living</a>, NFL Hall of Fame member Lynn Swann credited his graceful
performance in games in part to flexibility that he learned from ballet
training, adding that it helped him achieve body control, balance and a
sense of rhythm and timing. Football greats Hershel Walker studied ballet
when he was playing for the Dallas Cowboys as did Walter Payton when he
was playing for the Chicago Bears. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Even the biggest, strongest
football player can use Boss Portable Ballet Barres. They're made from
high-strength structural steel and are durable enough to use in the
training room or at home. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ballet training in general,
and barre workouts in particular, promote flexibility and graceful
movements. If you watch the swing of a tennis racquet or the way a
football player leaps into the air to catch a ball, it's not a far cry
from what is learned at the barre. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course anyone who
watches competitive figure skating recognizes an intense component of
ballet training. Skating requires excellent posture, core strength for jumps
and lifts and controlled body movements. These are all integral components
of a barre workout.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Gymnasts, like ballet
dancers, need to achieve an extensive range of motion. Both will work to
achieve flexibility in their back, hips and ankles at the barre.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In sum, athletes from any sport can benefit from a barre workout. It helps
with cross-training, balance, coordination, dexterity, flexibility, discipline
and core strength. A 100 pound ballerina could probably show a 250 pound
linebacker and thing or two at the barre!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To learn more about the benefits of a barre workout for athletes, please
feel free to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250">contact us</a>.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-50199372716025564442014-10-27T06:00:00.003-07:002014-10-28T05:31:19.307-07:00A Perfect Fit: Boss Ballet Barres and the UDMA Show!<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Boss Ballet Barres took center stage in New Jersey and Chicago during the
annual United Dance Merchants of America (UDMA) Show in October. With multiple
booths to showcase our portable ballet barres, Boss products were a hit with
the thousands of studio and dance school owners who attended.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The UDMA show, in it's 21st year, provides vendors with exclusive
opportunities to connect with studio owners, directors and teachers from across
the nation to demonstrate products and answer questions from the experts who
know the benefits of quality ballet barres.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The UDMA Show guarantees that 100% of the attendees are dance
teachers and studio owners - exactly the kind of folks that we want to show off our barres to. It's also the perfect place to launch new products
and get immediate customer feedback. The show is not only the biggest of its
kind in North America, but it also takes place during the time of
year dance teachers and studio owners are ready to shop. What better way to allow our friends and fans to touch and feel our products, and to really experience the strength and quality of a Boss Ballet Barre,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our portable ballet barres are made of sturdy, high-strength steel and are
easy to clean and germ resistant -- ideal for the onset of flu season. We offer many sizes, from our 4' Princess Barre, a 6' and 8' Barre Pro to the 12' and 14' Extended Barre
Pro. Since our barres are portable, they're ideal for small or large studios
and can be easily configured to maximize teacher/student interaction. We also
offer gift certificates which are a great way to thank your favorite teacher.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="Boss Ballet Barres and the UDMA Show!">Boss Ballet Barres and the UDMA
Show</a> is a match made in dancer's heaven. If you're a dance or fitness instructor, studio owner, parent or dancer, <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a> for more information.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-25579947908174177732014-10-17T11:46:00.001-07:002014-10-17T11:46:02.344-07:00Let Your Mom Know About the Benefits of a Barre Workout For Seniors<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our series on the benefits of Barre Workouts continues this week, with a look at how Seniors can make use of a good barre workout plan.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The age group considered "seniors" is younger and more active than
ever. Senior living communities offer an excellent alternative lifestyle,
especially for those who enjoy group activities and interesting classes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In addition to standard exercise classes designed just for seniors, such as
water aerobics and low impact cardio, fitness instructors should consider the
popular barre workout which can easily be tailored for seniors. Boss Portable
Ballet Barres are a perfect addition to a multipurpose room at a senior center.
They are lightweight and can be configured to maximize space while giving
everyone enough room to easily complete their pliés and elevés!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So what are <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">the benefits of a
barre workout: for seniors</a>?</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Having to remember the
sequence of movements at the barre helps improve memory and stimulates the
brain, both of which are important as one ages.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Working at the barre
increases flexibility and builds muscle strength. Both are important
factors with seniors who are at risk of permanent injury from falls. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A barre workout will
improve posture, whether you're 20 or 70. In an article from <a href="http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-24567818">BBC News</a> about
seniors who have taken to the ballet barre, the instructor remarked on how
the women in his class have grown. They've stopped slouching from
stretching and lengthening their back and shoulder muscles. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They are part of a group
working toward a focused goal. Many seniors have lost a spouse and find a
sense of support and community in a barre class.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Some seniors danced when
they were younger and love the idea of recapturing those memories, but
with the advantage of working at their own pace.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A barre workout not only
strengthens muscles, but bones as well. This also is a major concern for
seniors and a barre workout is a terrific alternative to going to the gym
to use weights. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You don't need any dance
experience! If you can stand, follow directions and move, then a barre
workout is an ideal way to get in shape for women and men in in their
50's, 60's and beyond. </span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you know a senior who would love to work out at the barre but doesn't
have access to a class, Boss Portable Ballet Barres make the perfect gift for
an at-home ballet class. They offer a lightweight beginner's model which can
easily be moved and stored.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want to learn more? Please <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250">contact us</a> and
we'll be happy to help. </span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-75544192895617939232014-10-09T11:44:00.000-07:002014-10-09T11:44:31.714-07:00The Benefits of a Barre Workout: General<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Today, we begin our series of blogs discussing the amazing benefits of Barre Workouts. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The movie "The Turning Point" features some terrific closeups of
the great Mikhail Baryshnikov warming up at the barre with Grand Battements,
Port de bras and Rond de jambes. That's generally the image people have of a
barre workout: it's for ballet dancers only.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">That's no longer the case. Classes are popping up all over the country
offering barre classes and with the advent of cable TV stations offering
nothing but workout programs and classes, it's becoming more popular in
homes as well. Whether you're taking a studio class that uses Bass Portable
Barres or have decided to purchase one for your home, there's no downside to an
energizing barre workout.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="The benefits of a barre workout: General"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The benefits of a barre
workout: General</span></a><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's a full body workout
that strengthens and lengthens your arm, leg, and back muscles. This is a
great alternative for those who suffer chronic back pain.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Unlike jogging or high
impact exercises, a barre workout puts minimal stress on your joints.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A barre workout combines
the most effective aspects of pilates, ballet and flexibility training,
with the added benefit of accompanying music to get you motivated.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You don't have to be a
dancer to work out at the barre. No experience is necessary and you can
progress at your own comfort level, working in small or expanded
movements. </span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You can purchase portable
barres to set up a home to accompany a video workout. They are lightweight,
affordable and easy to store.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Barre workouts will
increase flexibility and range-of-motion which reduces the risk of injury.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Isometric movements protect
your bone health and increase the percentage of lean muscle mass. This
will also help to burn calories throughout the day.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You'll never stop moving
and virtually every part of your body will get a good workout, after which
you'll feel refreshed and invigorated.</span></li>
</ul>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want to learn more about how you can benefit from a barre workout?
Just <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact us</a> for more information.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-13144564377435393882014-10-02T11:44:00.003-07:002014-10-02T11:44:58.865-07:00Why Studio Owners Should Choose Portable Ballet Barres<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">While tradition has long favored wall mounted barres, portable or
free-standing barres are becoming a more popular option for studio owners.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are the top reasons why Boss Ballet Barres are the best choice for your
studio that will put the debate of <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">wall
mount vs portable barres</a> to rest: </span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our free-standing ballet barres were created because many
studios wanted to get away from the wall mount style barre, due to the
eventual repairs and maintenance that needs to be done to keep them from
coming out of the wall, etc. Not to mention, a portable or free-standing
barre allows studios and schools to put dancers on BOTH sides of the
barre, to maximize space.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Portable barres can be
configured so that dancers are all facing the instructor rather than a
mirror or wall. This optimizes learning and creates a more focused
teaching environment.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wall mounted barres are
usually made of wood, <a href="http://blog.balletbarresonline.com/2014/09/are-wooden-ballet-barres-sanitary-you.html" target="_blank">which absorbs dirt and retains germs</a>. Our portable
barres are made of high-strength steel with a germ-resistant powder coating.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wall mounted barres are
usually the same height. Our barres come in the standard 44" height,
along with our 37" Princess Barre for beginning dancers. Plus, the
center bar on some of our models can be adjusted up or down.</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A wall mounted barre is not
something you see in dancer's homes. Our portable barres are ideal for home
use. The 4ft Intermediate or Princess Barre are both lightweight and make
a perfect gift for the beginning or advanced dancer. We offer gift
certificates too!</span></li>
</ul>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Portable barres also make
it possible for studios to use a classroom for ballet class that doesn't
have a wall mounted bar already installed. This is another great example of optimizing
space.</span></li>
</ul>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now that you're convinced portable barres are the best investment for your
studio, <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact us</a> for more information.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-45662363791179318842014-09-26T04:57:00.001-07:002014-09-26T04:57:23.608-07:00Are Wooden Ballet Barres, Sanitary? You Decide!<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With cold and flu season right around the corner, you'll need to take every
precaution to keep you and your children safe from germs that can keep you
cooped up at home for days. Plus, you'll also have to count all the time
missed from dance practices.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course, as a parent or even a working adult, one of the main questions
that keeps creeping up in your mind is 'Are <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="Wooden Ballet Barres, Sanitary?">wooden ballet barres, sanitary?</a>'</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is a very good question and it's one that can be answered very simply
and easily. First, let's look at regular wooden ballet barres:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What can you expect from regular wooden ballet barres?</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">covered in wet perspiration</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">have absorbed perspiration
also known as other people's sweat</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">accumulated dirt and grime
from hands</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">covered in dirt and grime
from feet</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">have absorbed bacteria</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">and plenty of germs!</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now, let's look at Boss Ballet Barres and what makes them stand out above
the rest.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you've never heard of <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/aboutus.asp">Boss Ballet Barres</a>,
you're in for a treat. They were developed by a dancer and not just any dancer
- this dancer was the Boss president's daughter. As an accomplished
ballet dancer with many awards, she knew what kind of barres the ballet world
needed and with a little help from the company's products and extremely
structural strong steel tubing, these unique barres hit the market.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What makes them different from the usual germ-covered wooden
barres? Boss barres are:</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">made of high-strength
structural steel</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">contain a baked-on powdered
coating</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">coating is made with a
germ-resistant material</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">a quick wipe-down keeps
them clean</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">portable</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With the worry of sanitary issues gone, practicing through the cold and flu
season won't be an issue. Whether you have a barre inside your home or you are
looking to get one for your school or business, knowing these barres resist
germs eases your mind and that of your students.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have a business, be sure to advertise that your barres are
germ-resistant. Due to the fact that simply wiping the barre is all it takes to
remove unwanted grime, bacteria and germs, you can easily wipe it down
after each class to keep colds and flu at bay.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want even better news?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Boss Ballet Barres now have a flat shipping rate of $50 making it the
perfect time to order your barres now!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a> so we can help you choose the best barre for your needs.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-1282321022994006772014-09-19T04:38:00.001-07:002014-09-19T04:38:15.912-07:00Ballet Barre Fitness Routines You Can Do At Home<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Although it's ideal to go to a studio and work out with a group of people,
it's also possible to get a fun and challenging barre workout at home,
especially if you're crunched for time.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So set up your <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">Boss Portable
Ballet Barre</a> and try out one of these <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="Ballet Barre Fitness Routine">Ballet
Barre Fitness Routine</a> video workouts.</span><br />
<ol start="1" type="1">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A6c7bkzmQ8">warm-up</a> video to
get you started.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BULfiRk-FBE">classic</a> 40-minute
workout suits beginners and advanced students alike.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want to kick it up a notch?
Try this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELeGdLQvkCU">cardio-focused</a>
barre workout.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you need to take it
easy, this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR6ebjspI9E#aid=P-IYUEJU3a8">simple</a>
workout is just your speed.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This 12-minute workout is a
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUz6HRug5z0">quick</a> one you
can squeeze in to a busy day.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Work your <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SErefAPkKV0">thighs</a> and enjoy
beautiful scenery in this video.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This workout brings
together ballet barre moves and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynadZcRv0FA">pilates</a>.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Chairs are used as
barre-substitutes in this video, but the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RM_s0NxaBUs">beach</a> makes for a
nice backdrop.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For a quick workout with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VenZR6EPWRk">advanced</a> moves, try
this workout with professional ballet dancers.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Watch this video if all you
need is basic <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gi14rCik8c4">stretching</a>.</span></li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Another great home workout resource is Netflix Instant. They have a <a href="http://dvd.netflix.com/SubGenreList/Dance_Workouts/2456">category</a>
filled with dance and barre workouts.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">These videos prove that a ballet barre fitness routine is not impossible to
do in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy our recommendations but feel free to
do your own searching on YouTube or Netflix Instant for ballet barre workouts
to try out.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To learn more about our free-standing ballet barres and other products, <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a> or visit our <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/default.asp">website</a>.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-91956967759471476262014-09-16T05:40:00.000-07:002014-09-16T05:40:15.243-07:00Ballet Barres a Must for New Studios<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're opening a new dance studio, there are going to be many things on
your mind. The space itself, decor, acoustics, and more are all important
considerations that can make or a break a studio. However, one item you really
should invest in from the start is a high quality, free-standing ballet barre.
Of all types of <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="dance studio equipment">dance studio equipment</a>, ballet barres pull
the studio together and make it a great place to practice.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What are the benefits to installing a free-standing ballet barre in a new
studio?</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Professionalism</strong>.
A ballet barre immediately makes a studio seem much more professional.
Most people associate barres with advanced levels of dance and athletics,
and in many people's minds, they define a studio. Without a barre, you
could really practice anywhere. Installing a high quality barre
shows students you are serious about dance.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Versatility.</strong>
Ballet barres are useful for so much more than classic ballet (though they
remain great for that too). All forms of dance benefit by having a barre
to stretch at, and often to practice posture, feet placement and moves
requiring dexterity. Regardless of what kind of dance you will be
teaching, barres will be of use.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Maximize Space</strong>.
Free-standing barres are particularly useful for new, or recently
re-located studios, that may be in a temporary or new space. Perhaps the
room has unconventional dimensions, or is a bit cramped. With barres that
are free-standing, and not affixed to a wall, you have much more freedom
to organize dancers and space the way you want. If you are focusing on
conditioning, move them to the center. If they're in the way, put them to
the side.</span></li>
</ul>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ballet barres are a necessary purchase for new dance studios. When making
that important purchase, you want to choose a barre manufactured by a trusted
company. Boss Ballet Barres are known for making the strongest portable barres available,
and conveniently ships all over continental North America. Please <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a> for more information.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-26339551765259087292014-09-09T07:31:00.002-07:002014-09-10T10:06:49.377-07:00Flat Rate Ground Shipping is Here!<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Boss Ballet Barres can be found in homes, schools, studios and universities all over North America, and we're so happy to see all of the different areas our barres travel to. However, as some of you may know, even shipping one barre can be expensive when it heads out to the extremes of the continent. We make them strong, so their weight counts against the shipping price, as can the length of the barres themselves. We have heard from some of our friends and fans in the past that they would like to buy more barres, but at times the shipping expense can be daunting.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We heard you, and we listened. After going to bat with our shipping company, and working out all kinds of scenarios and ideas, we are very happy to introduce $50.00 FLAT RATE ground shipping per barre, on ALL of our ballet barres. That's a pretty amazing deal, as it can mean literally HUNDREDS of dollars of savings on a typical order.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So how does it work? It's very simple: add any barre to your cart, and the ground shipping for that barre is only $50.00, regardless of where in continental North America (except Hawaii and Alaska, sorry!) you may be. Some examples:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 x 8-Foot Barre? $50.00 Flat-Rate Ground Shipping (typically upwards of $110.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 x 14-Foot Barre? </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">$50.00 Flat-Rate Ground Shipping </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(typically upwards of $130.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 x 6-Foot Barre? </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">$50.00 Flat-Rate Ground Shipping </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(typically upwards of $80.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add more barres, and each one only adds another $50.00 to the shipping total, as below:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 x 8-Foot Barre? $100.00 Flat-Rate Ground Shipping (typically upwards of $220.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 x 14-Foot Barre? </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">$100.00 Flat-Rate Ground Shipping </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(typically upwards of $260.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 x 6-Foot Barre? </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">$100.00 Flat-Rate Ground Shipping </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(typically upwards of $160.00)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Keep in mind that this is also on top of any current sale we have going, such as the September Online Price sale running at the moment. Our website has already been updated, and is ready for your order. Please <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" target="_blank">contact us</a> if you have any questions or comments - we'd love to hear from you!</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-49610096462223272052014-09-05T04:46:00.000-07:002014-09-05T04:50:29.892-07:00For the Best Ballet Barre Value Come to Boss Ballet Barres <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We know that above all else born dancers want to perform. They need
equipment to be at the same high level. We also know that dancing is not always
the most lucrative of professions. Dance organizations need to stretch their
budgets as much as the dancers stretch their muscles. Enter <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/default.asp" target="_blank">Boss Ballet Barres</a>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We have a reputation for producing the strongest, longest lasting product in
the industry. With Boss, you can make an investment you can depend on.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We have three varieties of barres:</span><br />
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Boss Barre Pro Series:
available in 14, 12, 10, and 8 foot models, these barres feature a larger
diameter than the Intermediate Series, made for situations where multiple users will be on the barre at the same time, constantly.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Boss Intermediate
Barre: this barre is made from high-grade structural steel and is built to withstand
heavy use in schools, studios and homes</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Boss Princess Barre:
built in a smaller size and height than our other barres to accommodate young dancers from 2-6 years of age, the Princess Barre has
the strength that can lay the foundation for years of correct practice.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our product has the strength and durability for continual use whether at
home, in school, in companies, or at competitions. We put the same care into it
that your dancers have placed in their art all these years.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You will not find better portable, free-standing ballet barres for the
money. Hands down, this is the best ballet barre value. Delivery is no problem
either. We ship to any destination in North America.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Please consult our <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">website</a>
for more information. We also have a <a href="https://twitter.com/BossBarres">twitter</a>
feed with the latest news about our business. Don't hesitate to <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250">contact</a>
us with any questions.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-38442896227560293802014-09-03T08:29:00.001-07:002014-09-03T08:29:21.723-07:00Producing the Strongest Portable Ballet Barre<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When we decided to create our ballet barres, we knew they would be the <a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/">strongest portable ballet barres</a>
available. How? Because our ballet barres evolved from our existing steel
company, <a href="http://www.bossteel.com/">Boss Steel Ltd.</a> Founded over 20
years ago, Boss Steel is an industry leader, doing everything from supplying
raw materials to completing custom projects. The daughter of our company's
President (an accomplished ballerina herself) challenged us to create the
strongest portable ballet barres - and we did!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We took our 24+ years of steel expertise, knowledge, and thoughtful construction
and created <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/default.asp">Boss Ballet
Barres</a>, a division of our parent company Boss Steel Ltd. By combining
our <a href="http://www.bossteel.com/content/euroklemp">EuroKlemp line of
products</a> with extremely strong structural steel tubing perfected at Boss
Steel, we were able to create a sturdy, durable portable ballet barre. How sure
are we that we've created the strongest possible ballet barre? We offer a
lifetime guarantee for our products.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our parent company, Boss Steel, goes above and beyond the industry standard
to get the job done right, and we do too. When we designed our ballet
barres, we sought out dance and fitness industry feedback to ensure that we created a barre that
met the needs of actual dance professionals and studios. Consequently, our
barres are stronger, more stable, and longer-lasting than other portable ballet
barres available. We know that dancers need a strong foundation to
learn proper technique, and we're proud to produce a barre they can place their
full trust in. And fitness centers put their barres through even more rigorous paces, which Boss Ballet Barres easily stand up to, over and over again.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want to experience the strength of our portable barres? Please, <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">contact
us</a> for more information.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2729891052427509692.post-66228947811325896612014-08-21T12:12:00.001-07:002014-08-21T12:12:25.696-07:00Why Your Fitness Centre Should Consider Adding Ballet Barre Workouts <span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A growing trend in the fitness industry is the inclusion of a different kind
of fitness equipment - the<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.balletbarresonline.com/" title="ballet barre">ballet barre</a>. Ballet
bootcamps and barre workouts have become increasing popular over the past few
years, with studios spreading from major city to start-ups in small towns, and
many fitness clubs offering classes featuring the barre.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If your studio or fitness center has not yet incorporated barre workouts
into the programming, now is the time to change that. For fitness enthusiasts
looking to switch up their usual workout routine, or individuals who are
ballerinas at heart, these type of classes are providing a solid workout that
combines ballet, yoga, Pilates with balance exercises, for full body fitness.
Offering barre workout classes provides a new fitness experience that will keep
your customers coming back for more. Additionally, with so many members of the
general population seeking out barre classes, offering these classes will get
new customers into the door as well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/default.asp">Boss Ballet
Barres</a>, setting up a barre studio has never been easier. With a variety of
sizes that are easy to set up and take down, it is possible to transform any
open space into a ballet studio. This means a barre class can be held in the
same location as other cardio classes, eliminating the need to find additional
space. A prime feature of these barres are their portability factor: gone are
the days where a barre has to be affixed to a wall. With Boss Ballet Barres,
simply set up the barre in any area and use the available <a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/product_p/bbardolly.htm">Boss Barre
Dolly</a> to move it from room to room as needed.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Not only portable, each of the different barres are known for their
durability due to high-strength steel construction, and wide leg base offering
maximum stability. Available in a variety of lengths, and some with adjustable center
bars, they are perfect for everyone from beginner to professional.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Your fitness center or studio can be the hot topic of conversation with the
simple addition of a ballet barre and barre workout classes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.balletbarresonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=250" title="contact us">Contact us</a> today to find the right barre today.</span>Boss Ballet Barreshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10600128507139072608noreply@blogger.com0