Business Details
Transform Your Body with Expert-Led Barre Fitness
Founded by former premier classical ballet dancers Mabel Modrono and Tyler Ingram, FORME Barre has redefined barre fitness through a unique blend of ballet, Pilates, and strength training. Our method, developed over years of professional dance experience and injury recovery, emphasizes precise alignment and functional anatomy to deliver safe, transformative results. With a commitment to continuous innovation, our team collaborates with physical therapists and movement specialists to refine techniques and proprietary tools like the Alignmat, ensuring optimal biomechanics for every client.Our instructors undergo rigorous training to maintain the highest standards of barre instruction, offering personalized guidance that adapts to individual needs across all fitness levels. This dedication to technical excellence and client-centered care has established FORME Barre as a leader in boutique fitness, with studios serving Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts communities.
Services
Barre Classes
Digital Studio
Teacher Training
Forme FOCUS
Forme BLEND
Highlights and features
- We offer barre classes developed by former premier ballet dancers with 25+ years of professional dance experience
- Our proprietary Alignmat supports perfect spinal and joint alignment during workouts
- Instructors complete rigorous ongoing training with movement specialists and physical therapists
- Combines ballet technique with functional anatomy for injury-preventive fitness
- Classes available in-studio and through our 24/7 digital platform
Services
Barre Classes
Our signature 60-minute barre classes blend classical ballet, Pilates, and strength training. Sequenced exercises combine intense muscle engagement with recovery stretching to improve posture, flexibility, and muscle tone while preventing injury through proper alignment techniques.
Digital Studio
Access live-streamed and on-demand classes through our digital platform. Features full-length FORME Method sessions, targeted Forme FOCUS workouts, and cardio-inspired Forme BLEND classes available 24/7 with a 7-day free trial period.
Teacher Training
Comprehensive instructor certification program developed by former professional dancers and movement specialists. Includes anatomy studies, alignment techniques, and proprietary method training with ongoing continuing education requirements.
Forme FOCUS
Shorter, focused sessions targeting specific body areas. Designed to complement full-length classes or serve as standalone workouts for time-constrained clients seeking muscle-specific toning and strengthening.
Forme BLEND
Ballet-inspired cardio workouts combining dance cardio elements with strength training. These high-energy sessions improve cardiovascular fitness while maintaining the FORME Method's emphasis on proper alignment and form.
People
Mabel Modrono
Co-Owner
Former Principal Ballerina with Miami City Ballet and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. Developed barre expertise through injury recovery and Broadway performance experience. Leads instructor training and method development at FORME Barre.
Tyler Ingram
Co-Owner
Former soloist with New York City Ballet and Miami City Ballet. Combines dance background with kinesiology expertise. Oversees technical training and anatomical alignment standards at FORME Barre.
Questions
What makes FORME Barre different from other barre studios?
Our method combines classical ballet expertise with functional anatomy, developed by former premier dancers and continuously refined with physical therapists.
Are classes available outside Connecticut?
Yes, we offer digital classes accessible nationwide and have studios in Massachusetts and New York locations.
Do I need prior dance experience to join?
No prior experience is required. Our classes accommodate all fitness levels with instructor-guided modifications.
What is the Alignmat and how does it help?
Our proprietary Alignmat is a custom-designed prop that ensures proper spinal and joint alignment during exercises.
Can I try classes before committing?
We offer a 7-day free trial for our digital studio with no obligation to continue.
