testimonials

"I had a weekly reformer class for over two years and it changed the alignment in my body. I was constantly throwing my back out before I started, but with Belinda's amazing instruction, my core became so much stronger and my back problems are nearly non-existent!”

Michelle Schmidt

"I took my first live Belinda class on Instagram at the beginning of the pandemic and was immediately hooked! I looked forward to the live classes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday and truly believe it is what kept me positive and focused through a very tough time.

Belinda’s classes are challenging but also fun and they go by so fast. As a fellow Barre instructor, I really appreciate her unique combinations and feel she has mastered the perfect balance between cardio, Pilates, ballet, yoga and dance. When you take her classes, it’s obvious Belinda loves what she’s so good at and it shines through every movement. She is a ball of energy and her pleasant voice encourages students to push through, but always keeping the body safe a priority.

She is extremely knowledgeable of the human body and how it moves, and her instruction always include specific, targeted cues that are intended to provide a safe and effective workout, working even the smallest muscles. Amazingly, she does all that while keeping students on beat with the music! She inspires me not just as a student, but as a teacher, and because of her I am looking into becoming certified in Pilates to add to my barre certification.

Belinda is living proof that her method works! She has the ideal ’dancer’s body’ with incredible strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance and since taking her classes I have noticed my body improved in all of those areas.

I am so grateful for the all the classes she gave online for free and I can only imagine that her selfless contribution helped many others like myself to feel upbeat and physically accomplished during a time of so much stress and uncertainty. Although I live in New York, I hope to someday visit the Belinda Gower Studio in Concord and take a real live class!”

Jeanvieve Gazsy

“Belinda is an incredible teacher and keeps me motivated every week!  This workout is truly a full body work out and with Belinda’s energy and instruction I feel stronger than I’ve ever been. “

Rory Fivek

“Belinda’s reformer classes are like magic. i was stronger, had better balance and after my achy back disappeared. Plus she is a joy to be around and the studio is gorgeous and clean.”

Lori Hick

“Thank you Belinda, You are amazing!  I have loved your Instagram LIVE Barre class.  It was a great way to take a break from the work day without ever leaving the house. I could end a meeting at 9:30 and jump right into class with you then log on to the next meeting at 10:30.I especially love that it was recorded so if a conflict did come up, I was able to workout later.  (I have plans for a recorded class tomorrow) You are so motivating, positive and gracious.  I can't wait for more new classes!”

Holly Legault

“I discovered Belinda's instagram profile at some point last year and really liked the creative Barre exercises she was posting. I knew that chances were quite low that I would be able to take one of her classes, as I live in Europe, which I felt was such a shame! But then Corona came and a lot of instructors around the world started online classes, and so did Belinda (without even charging for it!). I trained with her for the entire period of 11 weeks (3 classes/week) and enjoyed every single session. I am a barre teacher myself and felt that her cueing was very helpful and on point, plus I got a lot of inspiration for my own classes. Thank you!”

Maren Schrölkamp

“Early on in the pandemic, I was thrilled that Belinda started offering Instagram Live classes three days a week.  I have been a huge fan of her barre classes for years, and they are the one type of exercise class that I absolutely love.  Her online classes are encouraging and challenging, and she always cues an adjustment at the perfect time, despite the fact that she can’t see any of us!  In early May, I was on a Zoom committee call to kick off an 18-month planning process for a major event.  We were given a few questions to ponder as we prepared to introduce ourselves.  One of the questions was, “What sustains you during this challenging time?”  After staying connected with my family, Belinda’s barre classes jumped to the top of my mind, and that is what I talked about.  I am approaching 60, and after consistently attending the Instagram Live classes (I only missed a handful), I am stronger, more fit, sleeping better, and my arms look GREAT!. Thank you, Belinda, for the gift of fitness during COVID and beyond!”

Sarah Newton

“Inspirational and fun.  Dance is Life!”

Gail E. Hire

“I happen to come upon @belindagowerstudio IG Live Barre class during the start of quarantine and have been a faithful follower ever since. I was hooked from the first class! From her playlists to her full body workout, she has made me fall in LOVE with Barre! I find myself taking her classes more than yoga, which has been my primary practice for many years. Belinda continues to challenge and teach me something new in each class, from breaking down the movements and offering modifications for all levels. Her calming, yet motivating cues are on point! I can definitely feel a change in length, sculpting and posture in my body since taking Belinda’s classes. Thank you for continuing to offer your classes online. I’m grateful to have found one of the best instructors from over a thousand miles away.”

Ngoc Vo Williams RYT500

“Belinda’s live barre classes have  kept me going during quarantine these last few months. The classes are great for people of all experience levels and her energy and passion really shines through in her workouts. Looking forward to many more!”

Sharon Haddad

“Belinda's disciplined approach to fitness and well being has changed my workout philosophy and helped me get long lean muscles i never knew possible.  She is committed to giving her clients an intense physical challenge with the best music in a pristine studio.  i am stronger now than i have been in years of overtraining with weights.  As an instructor, Belinda inspires you to want to work harder and won’t let you give up.”

Kristen McSoley

“Thank you for having all those classes on Instagram; your class was a welcome routine that I was very happy to be able to continue. I think your smiling face (and hard classes) helped many of us get through this tough time. I think I am stronger than I ever was! Thank you for that!”

Patti Satterhwaite

“I’ve known Belinda for close to 10 years - first as a fellow Pilates enthusiast and then as my barre and Pilates teacher.   Belinda’s classes are fast-paced and beautifully choreographed. She is enthusiastic and motivating and pays particular attention to form and posture, pushing me to do a few repetitions but also minding my limit—and her cues are always RIGHT ON!  I leave class feeling taller, leaner, stronger, more graceful and content.  Belinda, thank you for the Barre at home over the past few months amidst stay-at-home orders, I’ve treasured the “me” time.”

Jen Kelt

"This is the best training I've ever had - been there since the beginning - Belinda and Kat have seen me thru injuries- knee replacement and the "aging process" -  hitting "70" in September and have never been stronger.  Can't say enough -they are awesome.”

Peg Rollins

"I had never taken an online class nor a barre class before. Belinda is a fantastic instructor. She is very informative, and makes her online classes fun and easy to follow with great instruction. A tough yet satisfying experience. She has made me a barre lover!"

Christine J.

“Belinda’s teaching has done wonders for my Medicare-aged body. I have strength now where I didn’t even know I had muscles.”

Tracy Winn

“I can’t thank you enough for sharing your passion and gift of Barre via Insta.  You were so kind to invite me into your beautiful studio and sharing your knowledge. Barre was my lifeline....truly. It helped me get out of my head along with so many other positives. My family was doubtful that “those exercises” could transform a body not to mention the mind and heart. They took a double take when they started seeing definition in my legs, abs and arms. I am working on a testimony for you but want to get it right. I thought I could crank it out in one sitting but sincerely there is so much that I got out of YOUR Barre instruction. You are such a natural on camera, you can feel your love of Barre, fitness and personal growth...it totally shines through! Grateful for your dedication  and courage to put yourself out on Insta... You helped many more people than you realize...social distancing can be difficult for the shy/anxious and the workouts helped me get more in touch and as a result more connected to my kids because I was able to be more thoughtful, present and empathic. You absolutely made the world a better place! So so many days when I was trying to get my kids settled with Zooms, homework and trying to create some structure & social connections, Barre was my anchor. It was a major high and a release all in one.  I went running and I was surprised at how much easier the run was because of the Barre muscle building. My Mom freaked out one day I zoomed her after Barre, still in my workout bra and she couldn’t believe how muscular I got....then she wanted to know more about Barre! My husband Richard thought the Barre workouts looked easy enough ...no problem right, easy peasy right?! He tried it a couple of times and was howling in pain, was off balance. As Kevin Hart put it, “I feel HEROIC...and kinda wet, but mostly heroic!”

Noreen M

“I have been a client of Belinda’s since the beginning.  As far as my fitness is concerned she is on a different level than most.  Belinda is always prepared, extremely personal, and a gifted fitness instructor. Client for 10 years...”

Michelle M. Stewart

“Both the barre and reformer classes are very energizing and empowering. I left each class wanting to do more, everyday. Belinda made it possible even under quarantine, by offering the virtual classes as often as manageable for any strength level.”

D.P.