Callan started ballet training on Guam with John Grensback and Megan Murphy. After apprenticing with Carolina Ballet under the leadership of Robert "Ricky" Weiss, she walked away from dance, to return 18 years later as an adult student. Callan’s yoga barre classes emphasize individual expression, constant creativity, and innovation. Her technique is greatly influenced by her training at the Laughing Lotus in New York City. Breath-work and ease of flow are two hallmarks of this practice, while at the same time being mindful of each person’s alignment, structure, and comfort level. She offers alternative postures and encourages listening to the changing needs of your body, while emphasizing that yoga barre should be fun and accessible.
By Callan Beres on Feb 8, 2021
Today we're taking it down, to the ground. This floor barre series explores slow, controlled exercises designed to strengthen turnout from the hips, as well as bring awareness and stability to your dance practice. The low-impact exercises are ideal for dancers who are nursing an injury, or those who are starting out and wish to fine-tune their technique.
By Callan Beres on Jan 15, 2021
A brief sun salutation warm-up followed by a classic barre. We introduce new combinations, taking the time to explain each exercise. You can expect a lot of attention to foot articulation, position of the hips, and a slow but steady workout.
By Callan Beres on Dec 23, 2020
Simple bar warmup with lots of cueing. We introduce low fondues and grand battements with a little swing, Vegas-style. You can expect a lower-body workout focusing on 'turning out' from the hips, and working the calves through relevé.
By Callan Beres on Dec 4, 2020
Ever been curious about ballet? This is a short, beginner barre with a little foot warmup and intro to terminology, along with a little yoga, lots of pliés, work for the hips, hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes, calves, ankles and feet! You will sweat, and you may feel some new muscles cooking :) Enjoy yogi/dancers! Note: you don't need a barre, a chair or anything solid you can rest a hand on will do :)
