ABA: The Symphony of Movement. Where Science, Strength and Grace Unite.
Precision in Motion. Artistry in Form. Fluidity in Expression. Begin Your Evolution Today.
Precision in Motion. Artistry in Form. Fluidity in Expression. Begin Your Evolution Today.
Elevate your movement and unlock your body's innate grace.
At American Barre Academy (ABA), we create the Symphony of Movement through three pillars: Science, Strength and Grace.
The ABA Barre Method is a structured training system that works from the inside out: deep-core stabilization and precise alignment come first, then strength is layered through controlled, multi-planar movement.
The result is better postural alignment, resilient strength and the expressive, efficient movement that carries from the barre into everyday life.
ABA Barre Masterclass Workshop at The National Ballet of Canada by Calley & Lucie
What Makes ABA Distinct.
ABA combines the aesthetics and alignment principles of classical ballet, the whole-body strength of functional training and the precision of physiotherapy-informed movement.
Every exercise is defined by its joint actions, target muscles and breath pattern, and taught through a multi-level curriculum that progresses from foundational principles to master-level instruction.
More than a workout, ABA builds body awareness: science builds strength, and movement becomes grace.
By combining ballet-based strength work, neuromuscular activation and controlled, breath-led flow, ABA trains natural alignment, graceful strength and resilience that carry into daily movement.
ABA Featured in Vogue.
ABA’s holistic syllabus emphasizes deep‑core integration, joint‑friendly loading, and postural elegance through a meticulously sequenced system of low‑impact, high‑precision movement.
Our ABA Team
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![Calley Skalnik, ABA American Barre Academy co-founder]()
Calley Skalnik
· Co-founder & Director of Education| ABA American Barre Academy
· First Soloist | National Ballet of Canada
· NASM Certified (NASM-CPT) | Yoga Alliance RYT-200
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![Dinah Hampson, ABA American Barre Academy Physiotherapy consultant]()
Dinah Hampson
• Physiotherapy Consultant, ABA American Barre Academy
• Founder, Pivot Sport Medicine & Orthopaedics
• Canadian Olympic Committee Medical team member
• Adjunct Lecturer, University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine
• Sports Physiotherapy Canada Examiner
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![Lucie Wang , Founder and CEO of ABA American Barre Academy]()
Lucie L.Y. Wang
· Founder & CEO | ABA American Barre Academy
· Creator of the MOD3L Program featured on VOGUE Taiwan
· Fortune 100 Executive Wellness Strategist & Guest Speaker
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![Korey Rowe, ABA American Barre Academy Mod3l co-founder , celebrity mobility expert, KR Method founder]()
Korey Rowe
· Co-founder of MOD3L | ABA American Barre Academy
· Mobility & Movement Specialist, ABA American Barre Academy
· Founder of KR Method
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![Isaac Wright, ABA American Barre Academy Master Trainer, Second soloist | The National Ballet of Canada]()
Isaac Wright
• Master Trainer | ABA American Barre Academy
• Second Soloist | National Ballet of Canada
The Four Pillars of ABA Education
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The Four Pillars of ABA Education *
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The ABA Barre Method is grounded in biomechanics, exercise science and evidence-based practice. Our curriculum is reviewed against current research to support safe, effective movement.
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Our training develops confident instructors and future leaders, with a focus on clear cueing, purposeful sequencing and client-centred teaching.
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We train complete educators who combine physical precision with mindful expression, resilience and artistry.
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We offer a shared language and standard for barre professionals worldwide. ABA connects instructors with an international network of studios and peers.
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