Xtend Barre
Sydney

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Studio Owner and Director

‘It’s never just been a workout for me.  It’s more like a way of life.’ After a career in entertainment that took Rockell all over the world, including The Moulin Rouge in Paris, as well as TV Shows, Commercials and much more – Movement and Fitness really have always been a part of her life. A fully certified STOTT Pilates trainer, when she found Xtend she knew it was what everyone and every BODY needed. It’s hard to put in to words the way Xtend classes make you feel.  Your body loves it,  Your mind loves it, and you find yourself simply loving being in the Xtend Barre studio environment where you are surrounded by incredible people of all kinds of backgrounds and cultures, says Rockell.

Rockell wants each and every guest to know her passionate and talented team are here to support, inspire and motivate you to reach your goals in every class.

Enjoy your Xtend Barre experience.

Studio Operations Manager

Semral has enjoyed a successful career in Sydney’s CBD’s fast paced corporate world and has always been an exercise enthusiast. On the recommendation of a girlfriend, Semral tried Xtend Barre and WOW!, after her first class she vowed to qualify as an instructor. The improvements in her strength training, flexibility and core strength were noticeable in weeks making Xtend Barre a stand out and obvious compliment to her weekly workout schedule.
Semral has now been an Xtend Barre instructor since 2014 where her passion for the workout is highlighted in her energetic and encouraging classes ( Circuit 7 is her favourite!)
Semral’s warm and positive personality ensures you have a truly wonderful experience at Xtend Barre Sydney before, during and after class.

Heidi fell in love with Xtend for its emphasis on corrective movement, control, resistance and cardio training, all delivered with a sense of fun and playfulness. As a Stott certified Pilates Instructor, Heidi continues to study her love of health and movement and is completing a BHS degree in Musculoskeletal Therapy. Heidi is also an Xtend Barre Master Trainer and loves sharing her passion for the Workout with new instructors beginning their journey.

Yvette is a dancer/performer/certified personal trainer with a degree in dance and theatre. Her passion as a dancer has continued in her fitness career and she is now a sought after instructor in Pilates and Yoga having taught both overseas and around Australia. Yvette has a Certificate 3 and 4 in fitness and is a certified Mat and Equipment Pilates Instructor. Her energy and enthusiasm for fitness is evident in all her classes at Xtend Barre Sydney.

Elise’s passion for dance led her to Paris where she studied Jazz, Modern Dance and Ballet. In France, she worked for many years as a professional dancer for Le Paradis Latin, Cirque d’Hiver Bouglione, and DISNEYLAND Paris. Since moving to Australia in 2009, Elise has complimented her work as a dancer with Pilates training – a natural progression before being thrilled by the Xtend Barre workout! Elise is certified in both Pilates mat and reformer and registered in Fitness Australia (Cert.III).

Matthew comes from the UK and trained at the Royal Ballet School. After 21 years in musicals & dance including a stint at the Moulin Rouge, Pilates was a natural transition. While studying, he discovered Xtend Barre and fell in love with this amazing workout. He is dedicated to help you achieve your fitness goals through this exciting class that will constantly take you to that challenge zone.

The world of entertainment was in Courtney’s blood from 4 years old, when she started dancing and gymnastics. Injury rehabilitation introduced Courtney to Pilates and she found the benefits were endless. Of course the next progression was Xtend Barre! “It’s a full body work out that strengthens and tones, and it’s FUN! I have my dancing body back!”

Elaine began dancing at age 3 in her hometown of Portsmouth in the UK, appearing in numerous stage and TV productions both in the UK and Europe. In 1999, she settled in Sydney with her husband and discovered AND fell in love with the Xtend Barre Workout! In 2012 she became a certified Pilates Instructor and continued on with her Xtend Barre qualifications.

Klair comes to Xtend Barre from New Zealand and has been calling Sydney home for the last 8 years.

After moving to Australia to pursue a career in the fashion industry, she searched for a change of vocation that still incorporated her passion of movement, and wanted to expand her knowledge of the health and fitness industry. So, Klair completed her Certificate in Personal Training with special electives in Health and Weight management and Nutrition. She is also now a fully certified Xtend Barre Instructor!

Ivy has an extensive background in the performing arts. A graduate from Newtown High School of the Performing Arts and Brent Street Studios, her major theatrical credits include: Disney’s The Lion King and Cameron Mackintosh’s Miss Saigon. She also starred as Danielle Clarks in the film, ‘Razzle Dazzle, A Journey Into Dance’. She thinks her epithet should read: perennial traveler, musical theatre fanatic and Xtend Barre enthusiast. Ivy can’t wait to meet you at the barre!

Brett has been in the entertainment industry for 25 years and believes that health and fitness are the two most important things in our lives. Already accredited with a Diploma in Exercise Science, Brett discovered Xtend Barre! He believes it’s the greatest workout to tone, strengthen and give total well being.

Beth discovered the wonders of Xtend Barre in Adelaide while studying full time dance. Instantly hooked, she continued taking numerous classes each week to add to her conditioning regime with dance. During her second year or study Beth learnt even more about her body with a severe back injury. This then showed her just how special and accessible Xtend Barre is to anyone and everyone, with having to modify so much of the class (after some time off, of course!) and still getting a full body workout. After graduating, Beth completed instructor training here in Sydney and knew instantly she had to move here. Now enjoying her new life away from Adelaide, Beth can’t wait to share her passion and love for everything Xtend Barre has to offer!

New Zealand born, Benny loved moving from an early age, competing in Artistic Gymnastics before finding dance and completing a Bachelor of Performing Arts majoring in Contemporary Dance. Trying Xtend Barre at a friends suggestion, Benny found it to be fabulous fit for his lifestyle, body and booty. Fun loving with a spoonful of charm, he will put you through your paces with a smile.

Phoebe is a professional dancer, dance teacher and Xtend Barre fanatic from Auckland, New Zealand. In Auckland she completed her degree in Communications Studies at AUT, worked for leading dance companies such as Diamond Entertainment and Momentum Productions, performed with the Skycity Cheerteam and instructed at Xtend Barre Ponsonby and Studio 3. Phoebe is an experienced teacher and instructor and is passionate about Xtend Barre’s workout and the positive results it has had in not just her own life but also her clients.

Phoebe is thrilled to be instructing at Xtend Barre Sydney and looks forward to meeting you at the barre.

Ashleigh’s passion for dance and exercise led her to fall in love with Xtend Barre. After traveling the world performing for Princess and Norwegian Cruise Lines she is thrilled to say goodbye to her sea legs and teach the class she loves to take. She looks forward to bringing her technical jazz experience into the studio and can always promise a laugh or two as she works you out! Ashleigh’s dance training has led her to perform in two national tours with recording artist ‘Kanye West’ as well as a plethora of children’s shows in multiple countries including India and The Philippines. Ashleigh’s favorite part of instructing is nurturing her clients and watching their confidence and technique grow with each class. She looks forward to seeing you in the studio and promises to deliver the total body work out Xtend Barre is famous for!

Kate began dancing at the age of 2 and studied ballet (RAD), jazz (ADA) and tap (ADA). Kate competed in many national competitions and performed overseas in Hawaii and Disney World, Florida. Fitness is an important part of Kate’s life and when introduced to Xtend Barre on a friend’s recommendation was immediately hooked! There is no other workout that strengthens and sculpts the body like Xtend Barre, making it an essential part of Kate’s workout schedule. Kate can’t wait to share her love of Xtend Barre with her clients and help them achieve their fitness goals! Kate is also trained as a Mat Pilates instructor, an aerobics instructor and currently completing her PhD in Medical Research at UNSW.

Tamara has been a professional dancer for 20 years, travelling the world working on Cruise Ships, doing musicals and cabaret shows, and now owns a successful dance studio in Sydney. She has trained in all styles of dance, with a focus on Classical Ballet, and can be seen showing off her classical abilities in the movie Mao’s Last Dancer. Tamara is also Pilates trained and has a passion for all things dance, health and wellness!

I was working in a Finance job in the City of London and training for a marathon. Although I felt fit, my body was suffering from the training and I needed a stress outlet from my highly pressured job. One evening, after a long day at work, I left the office and walked straight into a yoga studio. I was instantly hooked and never looked back.

Since then, yoga has always been a steady companion. Practising all types of yoga – Vinyasa, Power, Hatha, Ashtanga, Bikram, Flow, Yin – I eventually found my yoga home with Fierce Grace Yoga, London. Completing my 200-hour teacher training Yoga Alliance with Fierce Grace was a truly transformational and unforgettable experience.

In 2016 I attended my first barre class at XtendBarre London. Having no dance background I was very nervous! However, I soon noticed the results to my body – feeling toned, core strengthened, and a knowledge of ballet. I was addicted from then!

Since my experience at XtendBarre, Barre and Yoga have been of equal importance in my life. Transforming my body and mind.

I moved to Sydney in 2016 and decided to complete my Xtend Barre training and excited to be a part of the Xtend Barre Sydney family.

Theodora is qualified in Hatha Yoga, and teaches an intuitive style that helps release tension from the body on a deep cellular level with the use of sounds and affirmations.

She is a former international athlete who discovered the powerful healing benefits of yoga whilst at a breaking point in her career and life. With the guidance and help of her teacher, yoga not only helped her get back to competing at high levels, but also helped her gain a new perspective on the interwoven relationship of health, with the mind, body and soul.

After over 10 years of being in the fitness and athletic world where pushing the body physically to it’s limits was life, Theodora now enjoys a more holistic approach to all aspects of life and aims to share that knowledge and experience with others.

When not in yoga pants, Theodora also works as an energy healer, holistic therapist, and also running her workshops.  A lover of travels, sunshine, vegan desserts, and positive vibes, she looks forward to seeing you on the mat ready to Xtend and let go.