Kelly-Our long-time devoted Barre-Lover

It was April 2014, our studio was newly opened. I remember this one day, Kelly walked in with her family reinforcements to try out this new studio in town. The three loved the class but of course, only Kelly lived near by. She quickly became a regular. The front corner spot was Kelly’s. She always had a fantastic focus about her. Her concentration level was always beyond anybody elses. I could tell she listened to every word I said (which we all know shouldn’t always be taken literally).  Kelly’s focus took her to another level. Even when a few curse words or groans hit the class, kelly would close her eyes and dig deeper, lift her heels higher and challenge her body to another level. That concentration in class is what made a difference for Kelly. I am so proud of her accomplishments; not just the change in her physique over the past year and a half, but now as she begins her next journey to take all of you, our beautiful barre beauties, on the same journey she just went through. She seems quiet and focused, but get ready, Kelly has a fun contagious laugh. She will help you laugh at yourself, only to make you work harder and get stronger. She has been in your shoes; new; never taken barre; ready to make a change. She has been there. You will love Kelly and of course, you will love her classes.

Read Kelly’s Bio Here:

Kelly was born and raised in Schererville, Indiana and moved to Chesterton after getting married. She graduated from Purdue Calumet with a B.S. in Biology and has worked over 15 years at St. John Animal Clinic. Staying active has always been a passion of Kelly’s. Kelly and her husband love to travel and enjoy many activities ranging from running local races, backpacking, canoeing, scuba diving, and hiking just to name a few. A few years ago, Kelly suffered from a leg injury and consequently had surgery. She worried that her previous level of fitness would never be regained. But when Kelly took her first barre class only a few months after the studio opened, she Kelly fell in love. Although not a “dancer by training, Kelly loved the music in class, the atmosphere of the studio and of course what the workout did for her own physique. Kelly always felt comfortable and as a hard working individual, always eager to work on her form and overcome the challenge of each workout. Because of Barre + Beyond, Kelly has been inspired to live healthier and make better choices every day. She is excitied to be a part of the Barre + Beyond team and provide clients, beginners and veterans, the same inspiration and motivation she experienced to “be her better self” every day.

Welcome Kelly to our team! We are excited to have you on board!

Sharing the Barre Love,

Orlee