Teaching Barre Online: How Instructors Build Confidence and Sustainable Classes

Teaching Barre Online: Why It’s Growing - and How Instructors Can Do It Well Online barre classes aren’t just a trend. From what we’ve seen teaching, training instructors, and supporting virtual classes, they’ve become a core part of how instructors teach, reach students, and build sustainable careers.

More people are searching for online barre classes, barre workouts at home, and virtual fitness options that fit into real life. At the same time, many instructors are realizing that teaching barre online offers flexibility, creative freedom, and the ability to connect with students far beyond their local studio.

If you’ve been thinking about teaching barre online - or expanding your current teaching into the virtual space - you’re not late to the game.* You’re right on time.*

Why Teaching Barre Online Is Growing So Quickly The demand for online barre classes has grown for a few consistent reasons we hear from both students and instructors:

• Students want high-quality workouts they can do at home
• Many people work from home and need flexible, sustainable fitness options
• Online classes remove barriers like commute time, rigid schedules, and studio intimidation
• Instructors can teach from anywhere and build income streams that support longevity

For instructors, teaching barre online often means:

• Reaching more students
• Teaching on a schedule that fits real life
• Creating offerings that align with personal values
• Reducing burnout by increasing flexibility

Knowing Barre Isn’t the Same as Teaching Barre Online One thing we hear over and over again from instructors is this: “I’m confident teaching in person - but online feels different.” And they’re right.

Teaching barre online requires a slightly different skill set. Without being in the room, instructors often wonder:

• How should an online barre class be structured?
• How much cueing is helpful - and when does it become too much?
• How do I keep classes accessible without hands-on adjustments?
• How do I plan classes confidently instead of guessing?

These questions don’t mean you’re unprepared. They mean you haven’t been taught how to teach online - which is something most certifications don’t cover.

That gap is exactly what we set out to address.

Built for Real-World Teaching - Including Online Coydog Fitness offers an online barre certification and functional strength instructor training designed around how instructors actually teach - both in studios and online. This program isn’t just about becoming a barre instructor. It’s about learning how to:

• Teach barre clearly and safely
• Create functional, accessible programming
• Modify and progress exercises for different bodies
• Think like an instructor instead of relying on choreography alone

Whether you’re new to teaching, expanding your skill set, or earning continuing education, the course meets you where you are.

Built-In Virtual Studio Support (Where Many Instructors Gain Confidence) One of the biggest differences in our program is what happens after certification. When you enroll, you gain access to the Coydog Fitness virtual studio, which includes:

• Written class scripts for online barre, strength, and core classes
• Curated playlists you can use or adapt
• Full-length classes you can take yourself for inspiration

You also get access to our exercise library, which helps instructors plan classes efficiently and intentionally. Instructors use these tools to:

• Teach classes exactly as written
• Pull sections that resonate and adapt them
• Use the structure as a template while developing their own voice

This support reflects what we’ve learned firsthand: confidence comes from structure, not perfection.

Charging What Online Barre Is Worth If you explore the online fitness space, you’ll notice most barre subscriptions range from $20–$40 per month - and in our experience, that pricing reflects the value of high-quality instruction.

We fully support instructors charging appropriately for their time, expertise, and energy. Our goal was never to undercut the industry - it was to remove barriers to education.

That’s why we chose to keep our certification affordable.

Why We Chose an Accessible Price Point Our full barre instructor certification and group fitness instructor training is $250, with:

• No hidden fees
• No upsells
• No locked content
• No required advanced levels

We wanted to:

• Make quality education accessible
• Support recertification without financial stress
• Allow instructors and lifelong learners to explore teaching without pressure
• This program supports CEUs and recertification for NASM 1.9, AFAA 1.9, and ACE 2.0.

Built for Instructors - Flexible for the Future Our certification supports instructors who want to:

• Teach barre classes
• Teach strength classes
• Offer hybrid or functional fitness formats
• Teach online, in person, or both
• Build sustainable programs that evolve over time

And if you also love taking classes at home, you’ll feel right at home here too.

Teaching Barre Online Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming From our experience, you don’t need:

• Perfect lighting
• Fancy equipment
• A massive following
• Years of experience

You do need:

• A solid foundation
• Clear class structure
• Confidence in your programming
• Support from people who understand teaching

That’s what Coydog Fitness was built to provide.

The Bottom Line Teaching barre online is growing - and it’s not slowing down. If you want to:

• Teach online barre classes with confidence
• Create thoughtful, accessible programming
• Earn CEUs (NASM 1.9, AFAA 1.9, ACE 2.0) or recertify affordably
• Use real class scripts, playlists, and teaching tools
• Be supported beyond certification

Coydog Fitness is here for you.

Built by instructors. Designed for real life. Focused on sustainable teaching - for the long run.