BARRE Teacher Training
IN LONDON
Learning the repertoire is one thing. Learning how to teach it is another.
Become the kind of Barre teacher people want to return to
Are you an instructor looking to expand your repertoire or a barre lover who wants to deepen your knowledge and get involved in teaching?
Welcome to East of Eden’s Barre Teacher Training with our expert instructor Tara Lee Oakley.
Saturday 10th Oct – Saturday 28th Nov, 2026
Walthamstow, East London
£475
Applications close Saturday 3rd October, 2026
Applying does not commit you to payment.FOUR IN-PERSON WEEKENDS
ASSESSMENT INCLUDED
NCFE ENDORSED
SMALL COHORT OF STUDENTS
Train properly. Teach like yourself.
Barre is one of the most highly demanded and popular workouts in the world! The name Barre comes from the use of the stationary barre that is used in Ballet strength and training exercises. However, despite the misconception, barre is not a ballet or dance class!
Barre is a powerful combination of ballet-inspired movements, Pilates, yoga, and strength training. It is a low-impact full-body workout that focuses on smaller and isometric movements and challenges muscles until they fatigue.
Barre is renowned for creating strong, lean and flexible muscles and is wonderful for creating balance, posture, and poise. It is also a very inclusive workout and is suitable for all ages and bodies, including pre and post-natal. Many people find barre a useful workout for injury rehabilitation and prevention.
WHAT YOU NEED:
• Any previous fitness training is useful but not a necessity
• A genuine interest in how people move
• The time to complete the training and independent practice
• A willingness to learn, practise and receive feedback
What you’ll learn
More than a list of exercises
Knowing what movement comes next is not enough. A good teacher also knows how to read the person in front of them, explain something differently when it is not landing, and decide when to progress, adapt or keep things simple.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to:
• Teach Beginner and Open Level Barre classes
• Plan and sequence group classes and one-to-one sessions
• Perform and teach the foundation Barre repertoire
• Cue movement clearly and effectively
• Observe alignment and movement patterns
• Progress or modify exercises for different levels
• Adapt sessions for different bodies, injuries and special populations
• Use props to support, challenge or develop an exercise
• Teach with confidence while still sounding like yourself
On successful completion, you will receive an NCFE-endorsed East of Eden Academy Barre Teacher Training qualification.
Why East of Eden Academy?
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You’ll train in a working Barre and multi-movement studio, with time to watch, practise, teach and receive direct feedback, not simply move through the repertoire and leave with a certificate.
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Tara is world record holder, dancer, teacher and event producer. She has 24 years of experience in movement, dance and fitness, it’s been her life’s work and passion.
She’s taught over 16,000 classes to thousands of people in some of London’s most exclusive gyms. Tara is a multi-disciplined teacher trained in Dance, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Aqua, Indoor Cycling and Personal Training. Tara’s love for barre comes from her dance background, she’s believes barre gives you the strength, mobility and grace of a dancer and that mindful movements are transformative to the body and mind.
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With only a small amount of places, your tutors can get to know how you move, how you communicate and where you need support. You can also pre-book the East of Eden Barre studio for teaching and self-practice between training weekends.
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Successful graduates are invited to audition for the East of Eden cover list. Joining the list may lead to future teaching opportunities and consideration for permanent classes, but work is not guaranteed.
Course Format
The course runs across two in-person weekends, with study, observation and practical teaching experience between each one.
BEFORE THE FIRST WEEKEND
Anatomy and Physiology: Complete eight hours of online study before the first in-person weekend.
IN-PERSON TRAINING DATES
All sessions run from 2pm–6.30pm at East of Eden in Walthamstow.
• Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October, 2026
• Saturday 07th and Sunday 08th October, 2026
• Final Assessement: Saturday 28th Nov - 2:30-6:30pm
NEED TO SPREAD THE COST?
Payment plans and interest-free loans are available, subject to eligibility.
Get in touch and we’ll talk you through the options.
MEET YOUR TUTOR
Tara is world record holder, dancer, teacher and event producer. She has 24 years of experience in movement, dance and fitness, it’s been her life’s work and passion. Originally a belly dancer, Tara travelled all over the world performing in theatre, 5-star hotels, cruises and VIP events. It was this passion for movement that led her to become a teacher.
She’s taught over 16,000 classes to thousands of people in some of London’s most exclusive gyms. Tara is a multi-disciplined teacher trained in Dance, Yoga, Pilates, Barre, Aqua, Indoor Cycling and Personal Training. Tara’s love for barre comes from her dance background, she’s believes barre gives you the strength, mobility and grace of a dancer and that mindful movements are transformative to the body and mind.
Tara believes barre creates body confidence and she wants to inspire you to teach so you can get out there and empower others!
TARA-LEE OAKLEY
FAQs
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No. An existing qualification or teaching background may be helpful, but it is not a prerequisite.
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On successful completion of the course and final assessment, you will be qualified to teach Beginner and Open Level Barre group classes and one-to-one sessions.
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The course is endorsed by NCFE.
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The in-person training is spread across two weekends. You will also need time between weekends for teaching practice, self-practice, class attendance, observation and independent study.
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East of Eden, Studio 1, 14 Hatherley Mews, Walthamstow, London E17 4QP. The studio is within walking distance of Walthamstow Central and Walthamstow Queen’s Road stations.
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You should plan to attend all four in-person training days, yes. We understand that exceptional circumstances can arise and sessions are recorded, so missed material can be viewed afterwards, but any absence should be discussed with the tutors as early as possible.
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Yes. Pre-bookable access to East of Eden’s Barre studio is included for teaching and self-practice.
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Your application will be reviewed by all three course tutors. A tutor may contact you if they need further information before making a decision.
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The course is limited and applications are reviewed to make sure the training is suitable for each person. You will not be asked to pay until you have been offered a place.
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Successful graduates will be invited to audition for the East of Eden cover list. Joining the list may lead to cover teaching and consideration for a permanent class, but work is not guaranteed.
Ready to become a Barre teacher?
You do not need to arrive as a finished teacher. You need a strong personal practice, a willingness to learn and the time to commit properly to your training.
Course begins: Saturday 10th October, 2026
Applications close: Satruday 3th October, 2026
Course fee: £475
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