Welcome to the Barre Fitness Alliance
The Barre Fitness Alliance (BFA) is a global collective of passionate barre educators, instructors, studios, and enthusiasts who believe in the transformative power of barre. We’re here to celebrate and elevate barre beyond the stereotypes—because it’s not about how it looks, it’s about how it feels.
We are intentionally independent—not tied to any one training organization or method. Instead, we bring the barre community together under a shared commitment to our mission.
Transparency matters to us. Our credentialing standards for instructors and accredited education partners are clearly defined and publicly available. Our Board of Directors and Advisory Board are also visible, because we believe leadership should be open, accountable, and representative of the community we serve.
Our aim is to make barre more visible, more inclusive, and more accessible—and to support the people who bring it to life every day. That includes offering tangible benefits to our members, while also sharing valuable resources and information with the entire barre community as part of our broader commitment to growth and education.
Through community, advocacy, education, and campaigns like #GotBarre, we’re building something bigger than workouts.
We’re building a movement.
Because barre- and the BFA- is for every body.
Whether you teach in a boutique studio or stream classes from your living room, you belong here.
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Our Vision: We envision a global barre community rooted in inclusivity, integrity, and excellence—where instructors are knowledgeable, the barre methodologies are respected, and the true essence of barre is preserved and carried forward for generations to come.
Our Mission: The Barre Fitness Alliance exists to support, educate, and connect barre professionals and enthusiasts worldwide. We foster an inclusive community that brings together diverse training backgrounds without bias, while honoring the legacy of Lotte Berk and early pioneers, thus upholding the quality, integrity, and evolution of barre today- and into the future.
Membership Benefits
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As a BFA Premier Member, Studio or Education Partner, you are listed in a directory where potential employers and students can find you. Share with the world that you are the best of the best!
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Our education partners offer special rates for our members. If one BFA accredited teacher training is excellent, two- or more- are even better.
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BFA members can join our private Facebook group to network with each other
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Members enjoy special rates on BFA events.
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Our educational webinars are complimentary for BFA members. Replays are housed in Members portal.
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Our product partners offer exclusive promotions for our members. Special pricing on barres, apparel, AV equipment, liability insurance, scheduling platforms, and more.
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Membership Types
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BFA Member
For barre enthusiasts and barre instructors.
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BFA Premier Member
Credentialed Members. For barre instructors who are certified by a BFA Education Partner or have passed the BFA Premier Equivalency Exam .
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BFA Studio Partner
For studios with one or more credentialed Premier Members.
*proof of certification required -
BFA Education Partner
Teacher training program approved by BFA. Accreditation requirements listed in application.
*must meet minimum requirements
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BFA Mentorship Program
A benefit for the entire barre community: The BFA Mentorship Program with one of our Premier Members! From choosing the right certification, deciding on opening a studio, navigating scheduling platforms, tech setups, or teaching in-person vs. online—sometimes just one or two 30-minute Zoom calls make all the difference. Complete this form if you would like to be paired with a BFA Mentor.