Barre has traditionally been a floor and mat workout, but that hasn’t stopped people from pushing the creative needle forward when it comes to how and where you can perform barre exercises.
Think about all the different ways you can take a barre class. I’ve seen aquatic-based classes, barre on paddleboards and aerial barre. One of the more common apparatus that we see being used in barre studios is the rebounder (mini-trampoline). Bounce classes as they are sometimes called have risen in popularity over the last few years, as clients are looking for ways to get in more cardio-based workouts, while not entirely deviating from their barre routine.
Outside of the floor workout, performing barre exercises on a rebounder is probably the next best-known way to perform barre exercises. Marrying a low-impact barre workout with a low-impact cardio workout through the use of an instability apparatus like a mini trampoline is one of the best full-body workouts around, since it burns a tonne of calories but is easy on your joints.
BarreAmped® has developed a program that incorporates barre moves with the use of a rebounder, called BarreAmped® BOUNCE. They have partnered with leading trampoline manufacturer JumpSport to develop a co-branded trampoline specifically for the workout, complete with a handle that is meant to mimic a wall-mounted barre. This is a unique feature of other trampolines available on the market. As a heads up, this article contains an affiliate link, so if you do feel like purchasing any products from JumpSport, consider using the link through this page. I would receive a small commission from the sale, which helps keep the lights of the site on, so I can continue bringing you all of this content!
I spoke with BarreAmped® founder and creator Suzanne Bowen to get the lowdown on the benefits of incorporating a rebounder into your regular barre routine and to find out which top five exercises from the BOUNCE program she recommends.
What are your top 5 barre-based exercises for the rebounder?
Wide Second
Wide Second targets the thighs (quads and abductors)
Big Curl to Extension
Big Curl to Extension is a dynamic core exercise that addresses both the front and back of the body.
Inclined Pull-ups
The attached handlebar on the rebounder is perfect for Inclined Pull-ups.
See Saw
See Saw is one of my favorite moves to target the hips, seat, and back of the leg
Parallel Thighs
A classic barre thigh exercise, Parallel is taken to the next level on the unstable surface of the trampoline.
What would you suggest to a barre enthusiast who is afraid of deviating from their regular, traditional barre routine?
Warm-up your muscles and get the blood flowing before your normal barre workout by bouncing for 3-5 minutes on the rebounder. Crank up your favorite playlist! Then take your workout to the trampoline. Traditional barre moves performed on the unstable surface of the rebounder take your workout to the next level! You’ll likely find that familiar exercises are a brand new challenge, especially for your feet, ankles, hips, and core.
Barre instructors and personal trainers — your clients might be intimidated at first, but starting slow and adding the rebounder is a phenomenal way to mix up your workouts and keep things fresh!
What are the benefits of using a rebounder?
Rebounding is amazing! Even low-impact, gentle bouncing is beneficial for joint health, bone density, and those with pelvic floor issues. Any intensity level will stimulate the lymphatic system (our body’s “garbage disposal” system) and offer efficient cardiovascular exercise. Plus, it’s FUN!
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Thanks to Suzanne and the team at BarreAmped® for helping us with this guide. If you’re interested in any of what you just read, you’ll be happy to know that we’ll be running a pretty sizeable giveaway in the near future. You’ll definitely want to keep your eyes on the blog’s Instagram feed (@TheBarreBlog) for details, which will be released in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
Love this article, as well as the combination of barre and bounce! I actually just completed Suzanne’s BarreAmped Bounce Level 1 and Level 2 Certifications and can’t wait to start incorporating these types of classes into my routine and schedule. As a former marathon runner, bodybuilder, and someone who’s autoimmune diseases are triggered by high-impact exercise, I’ve found that the rebounder gives me the runner’s high that I used to get from pounding the pavement while still being gentle on my joints. Adding barre exercises into the mix really just puts rebounding on a whole other level and truly does provide a full-body, low-impact (but still challenging) workout.
Thanks, Jenn!
I’ve only tried one class so far, but I’ve been hearing such good things about Bounce classes in general because of their impact. I’m glad to hear you enjoy it!
Love to hear that rebounding + barre has been so fantastic for you Jennifer! BarreAmped Bounce is one of my all-time favorite workouts and my clients request it often. 🙂
Short bursts of high-intensity training and cardio endurance sequences will keep your heart rate up and give your metabolism a boost.
This class builds on the most effective principles from traditional barre classes but adds low impact bouncing to give you a more balanced workout.
Hi there, I am super keen to get this trampoline with the barre. Do you know of a distributor in Europe?
That’s awesome!
Here is the JumpSport site for Germany, which seems to be the only one for Europe: https://jumpsportfitness.de/ However, it looks like they don’t sell the specific trampoline with the handlebar. Maybe try contacting them to see if they could order it for you? I’ll ask around too!