Barre with Justine

Graceful fitness for real, busy lives.

Fitness inspired by ballet, Pilates, and yoga — and lifestyle tips from a mom of three who knows what it’s like to have no time!

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I’m Justine, the creator of this blog and a full-time academic librarian, with a passion for fitness.

I believe that everyone deserves to feel valued and strong in their own body. My love of movement started in ballet, where I learned that strength and grace aren’t opposites — and my life as a busy, working mom of three taught me that self-care has to be realistic to matter. I bring both of those things into every class: grace, positivity, and the belief that you are worthy of feeling good.

👀teasing some new Pilates (did you like my pun? 😄)…come next week for some amazing new classes at @goodlife.st.catharines ✨ found: the perfect summer quote! ✨Did you know that every 3 months we have brand new music and choreography for the programs at @goodlife.st.catharines ? 🧑‍🩰Switching up a Balletone post today by sharing some books that have helped shape my knowledge and given me ideas for teaching barre and Balletone! 🧑‍🩰Stretches with a little twist for the muscles we work in barre! Swipe to get the details on each and share with your favourite barre instructor 💗 I had to share a little love for my favourite restaurant in Prince Edward Island - @northshorecanteen 🦞I always leave PEI feeling replenished in… ✨She was my biggest surprise in life and keeps us on our toes… 😄💗 💗 My Dad hated when we weren’t present in a conversation.