The Team - Elite Barre Fitness Studio

Michele McEntire:
ÉLITE BARRÉ Fitness Studio Owner & Instructor

The Elite Barre method was developed by Michele McEntire, a dancer with 15+ years of formal instruction in the disciplines of ballet, jazz, modern and contemporary styles of dance. A Redding native, Michele returned to Redding after living in the Napa Valley, where she gained business experience in the wine and hospitality industries as well as the corporate worlds of banking and real estate, in the Bay Area and Northern California. With the heart of an entrepreneur and wanting to follow her true calling, Michele aspired to bring the ballet-inspired Barre workout she developed in the gym world as a fitness instructor into her own studio. The Elite Barre method was debuted by Michele in September of 2015 at its first location on Henderson Street, introducing a fresh approach to group fitness Redding had never seen the likes of. The demand was there, and so was the business! Relocating in November of 2017 to the current location on Bechelli Lane, Michele continued incorporating her dance and fine art backgrounds into her exquisite, effective regimen her clients have come to love and appreciate. Since its inception, Elite Barre Fitness Studio has flourished into a supportive community where clients feel like they have a second home. In addition to teaching Barre classes, leading a support staff and running the back office, Michele celebrates life among her friends and family, including her beautiful teenage daughter. Independently owning and operating her business, she feels that commitment is the key to success in anything we do in life. Michele values her local community and is grateful for connections with her clients who in turn, inspire her with their dedication and results.

INSTRUCTORS

Holly grew up in the Bay Area. A graduate of Boise State, she achieved her Masters in Industrial Organizational Psychology at Seattle Pacific University. Holly resides in Redding with her husband and two dogs. She is a nutrition enthusiast and loves to travel. Being a member at Elite Barre, Holly has rekindled her childhood love of dance and is adored by all. She excited to share her passion with our barre community.

Nicole has been a member of Elite Barre Fitness Studio since its inception in 2015. She loves the unique workout and the encouraging spirits of the instructors and its studio members. Nicole enjoyed dance as a child and was on her high school drill team. She brings a total of 12 years of dance experience to our team, including ballet, tap and jazz dance. Nicole has always loved working out and participating in group fitness, but since trying Barre, she hasn’t wanted to do anything else! Nicole is from Houston, Texas and has resided in Redding for 17 years. She and her husband have three amazing children, two young adults and one high schooler. Nicole has done a variety of things over the years – she began her career as a CPA, then became a stay at home mom, sold Premier Designs Jewelry, and currently works for Jacobs Engineering as a Project Controls Specialist. Nicole loves attending her kid’s events, traveling and indulging in Mexican food wherever possible. Nicole is a breast cancer survivor and is excited to be our newest Barre instructor, continuing a positive health journey for herself and helping inspire others in their self care journeys as well.

Vickie has over 20 years of experience teaching ballet, jazz and modern dance. She was a member of Capitol City Ballet in Sacramento. Vickie took her first Elite Barre class in 2018 and fell in love with the workout and the community of strong inspiring women. She happily accepted Michele’s offer to be an instructor and is honored to help women in our Elite Barre family achieve their personal health and wellness goals. Vickie has lived in Redding with her husband Scott for 21 years and they have two lovely adult daughters. She enjoys spending time with family, is an avid reader and loves to cook.

Lisa Stewart: Elite Barre instructor and client, graduated from Chico State, and works for 5 Star Bank. She and her husband have two children and a pug. Barre is her “happy hour” where she finds balance and time for self-care. She loves the recreational activities that the North State offers, and is thrilled that Barre has given her strength to improve her skills in snowboarding and water-skiing.

Jen's love of dance started at the ripe young age of 8. Through the years Jen was constantly choreographing, taking dance classes, drill team in middle school, cheerleading in high school, and trained in Hip Hop for several years in Los Angeles. After achieving her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in 3D metal design to evolve her business "Jen's Jewels," Jen returned home to Redding to start a family. She and her husband have a son, a beagle and a cat. Barre became her escape from working in her studio at home and a place to be around wonderful and inspiring women. Jen's love of Barre shines through her and after almost 2 years of being a member, Michele invited her to join the team. Jen couldn't be more excited to share the joy and health benefits that Barre has brought to her with the ladies of this community.

BUSINESS SUPPORT

Robin Fator ÉLITE BARRÉ Fitness Studio client and business coach. . She handles ÉLITE BARRÉ Fitness Studio's marketing, social media presence, branding, website design, graphic design, google business page editor, and SEO manager. www.robinfator.com

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