Founder & Barre Instructor

Taryn Morris

I began my barre instructor journey teaching at a studio in Cape Town. I loved inspiring people daily through high-intensity workouts, watching as each person moved closer to achieving their personal goals, this was until the country-wide lockdown in my home South Africa.

As a result people could no longer leave their home to come to barre but I did not see that as a reason to stop so I decided to bring barre to them.

My online barre community quickly grew, with users loving the live workouts and the fact that it was innovative and user-friendly which left them wanting more. That is when Raise the Barre was born, giving exercise lovers a safe space to workout, share progress, and be guided to reach their goals and all doing so with passion, energy, and the love for your body. My classes are known for their high energy, creative choreography and upbeat music. My goal is for RTB members to look forward to working out and to have fun whilst doing so.

I believe that we are all on our own fitness journey, you should never compare yourself to anyone else. You can only do better than you did the day before, and as long as you keep pushing and you believe in yourself you can only go forwards.

It's time to Raise the Barre! Xx

HIIT the Barre & Bump Barre Instructor

Taryn Kerr 'TK'

Taryn Kerr 'TK' is a Royal Academy of Dance trained ballet dancer who achieved a distinction for her Advance 2 examinations. However, her fitness instructing journey only began in University, where she studied Health and Medical Journalism with a specific interest in how exercise can be used to treat depression and anxiety.

After starting an all-female fitness bootcamp, she progressed to teaching High Intensity Interval Training at well known facilities in Johannesburg. Her interest in sport spans from pilates to ultra distance triathlons, from yoga to trail running. For TK, Raise The Barre has helped her find her love again for dance and how the human body responds to movement. She believes that RTB not only allows people to not enjoy a change in their form but also helps them to find the fun in fitness. She hopes to share her passion for sport, exercise, and movement with the RTB family and wants to make a positive impact on your fitness journey. Her quote-to-live-by: "We don't workout because we hate our bodies, we workout because we love them!”

Barre Instructor

Althea Van Rensburg

I began my fitness journey when I took up ballet at the age of 5. I studied and trained under the Royal Academy of Dance until the age of 18. My passion for exercise grew as I expanded my workout regime, branching into running, weight-training, yoga, cycling, and boxing. My love for fitness led me to involving my friends and family in my various workouts, I then discovered my love for training and motivating others. Upon discovering Raise The Barre, I immediately fell in love with the supportive environment, holistic culture, and, of course, the amazingly sweaty workouts. Exercising is still seen as a chore or punishment for so many people, and my goal is to show that working out can and should be enjoyable!

Barre Instructor

Basia Le Roux

I have a love for people and moving my body and there is no better expression of these two aspects than Raise the Barre.
I found Barre to be the perfect compliment to my other two favourite forms of exercise, running and yoga. I am a trained Vinyasa yoga teacher and took part in ballet throughout high school. My classes are fun, friendly and filled with a few laughs to ensure endorphins are pumping. RTB has become a space of personal growth for me, the workouts are challenging and energizing, the environment is supportive and inclusive and there is always a smile to be shared.

Barre Instructor

Bianca Botha

My dance background is sculpted from ballet, contemporary and modern dancing syllabuses which I completed to the advanced level. These dance forms have continuously been part of my life which ignited my passion for the benefits and formula of barre over five years ago. I took up instructing barre in Cape Town and thereafter Johannesburg where I had expanded into teaching various other forms of fitness classes over the years.

Barre has provided me with a balance of hard sculpt training, muscle strengthening, and body toning. My classes are high energy and filled with positive encouragement, creative exercises, and the touch of a dancer's flow. I feel that Barre is not only about having a full-body workout but also feeling the endorphin benefits and crafting gratitude for your body.

Barre Instructor

Jessica Driver

I started freestyle dancing at the age of 6 and from there I studied Musical Theatre for 3 years and have been working professionally in the theatre industry for 4 years.
My fitness journey started in 2021 with home workouts & weight lifting. I then fell in love with Barre in 2023 & wanted to become an instructor to push myself and learn something new.

My goal is to create an environment where everyone can have fun while we Raise the Barre!

Barre Instructor

Jessica Dias

At the age of 3, my dance journey began with ballet, transitioning into modern dance, and eventually freestyle and slow dance. Dance has always been my passion. However, as I delved into my studies, I found it challenging to devote as much time to it. Exploring various forms of movement, including cycling and strength training, I eventually discovered the vibrant energy of Raise the Barre. What captivated me was not just the combination of fitness and dance, but also the dynamic studio environment where every class feels like a celebration of strength and grace.
Now, as a proud member of this amazing RTB community, I'm thrilled to share my passion for movement, inspire others to push their boundaries, and contribute to a supportive studio environment where we can all thrive together and have fun along the way!

Barre & HIIT the Barre Instructor

Johan Dippenaar

I am a Performer and creative entrepreneur , after various titles in Latin and ballroom dance I completed my B-Tech Degree in performing arts from TUT. From there, there was no other option than to incorporate a fitness journey alongside such a physically demanding career path. Sharing stages in some of the biggest shows and companies, both locally and internationally. I am a firm believer in that whatever life throws at you, you should be able to handle it mentally and physically.

I fell in love with Barre after my very first class, I love the creative workouts, energy and welcoming experience made me feel right at home and knew this is where I belong. 

My goal as an instructor is to prove that no matter the fitness journey or level you are on, you need Raise The Barre!

Barre Instructor

Rebecca Macmillan

Growing up I have always found a way to keep my body moving. I have a competitive sporting background but always had a passion for dance.

I was given the opportunity to study Integrative Physiology and Biomechanics as well as Leadership Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, the hub of health and fitness. Here I spent my spare time doing outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, skiing and took a dance class as an elective. This connection to nature deeply influenced my fondness for fitness and health, which emphasizes the importance of staying active and healthy both indoors and outdoors.

I have been attending RTB online and studio classes since 2020 and found barre has been a healthy escape after a busy day. This has been a community where I have been able to form friendships with like-minded people who are inclusive, friendly and supportive in studio and out of studio. This prompted me to want to become an instructor at RTB.

Barre Instructor

Rosanna Heydenrych

Dance and movement has always been an integral part of my life.
I completed my classical ballet exams to the advanced level and also trained in modern, Spanish, and Irish dance as well as rhythmic gymnastics. The sense of peace and positivity that I found in my personal yoga practice led me to complete 800 hours of yoga teacher training, giving me the skills to share my passion with others.
Yoga serves as a mental release but I soon found myself gravitating towards barre and pilates too, as they give me a challenging, full body workout while still providing that deeper connection and release in both the body and the mind.
To me, RTB combines everything that I love - dance, yoga and pilates, and it brings the joy, flow and fun back into exercise. I feel so excited to be able to share something that brings me so much happiness and fulfilment with clients.

Barre Instructor

Savannah Cozzi

Empowering women is something I have always been passionate about in all facets of my life. Given exercise is an integral part of my everyday happiness, I am consistently in awe of the impact instructors have on an individual. From netball to weight training to everything in between, I love exploring new types and forms of movement and I started doing barre intermittently a few years ago. As time went on, I fell more and more in love with the intricate, beautiful yet targeted form of movement. Admittedly, being a barre instructor was never part of my "2024 bingo card" but there is such power in getting out of your comfort zone and igniting fires within yourself you didn't know needed to be lit. It is an honour to be part of the team and I am beaming with excitement to now be on the other side and help empower women through movement. The thought of helping a woman be a better version of themself mentally and physically brings me joy and I hope my classes will bring that joy to you too. WHOOP, let's go!

Barre Instructor

Seno Namwandi

My fitness journey began in my early 20s with Zumba. I wanted to exercise but have fun at the same time. Prior to that all I had done was 2 years of ballet and school athletics.

Over time my love for movement grew to embrace becoming Zumba instructor and understudy HIIT trainer. I also started strength training and enjoyed the heavy environment of weights.

However over time, I started to feel the strain of heavy lifting with a lack of mobility and psychologically, I felt like I lost touch with my feminine. Enter to the scene RAISE THE BARRE. Two classes in, I felt like my joints moved better and better yet, I found my inner girl. I have enjoyed the feminine strength, flexibility and vibrancy in RTB. I became an instructor to add to this energy and I’m so excited!

Barre & HIIT the Barre Instructor

Simone Britz

My fitness journey started as many have, during lockdown. Once lockdown was lifted I joined the gym and I was training up to 5 times a week. A year into my new found passion I started Barre and have never looked back. To further challenge myself and push past my comfort level, I decided to train to be an instructor. I am so excited and grateful to be part of the incredible Raise The Barre family, where we encourage everyone to come as they are and raise their Barre! 

Barre & HIIT the Barre Instructor

Skye Kampmann

My barre journey started in 2019- I was completely unfit and absolutely terrified, but decided to try a barre class and have never looked back. I was hooked- exercise slowly became an integral part of my life and I slowly grew stronger and more confident in my abilities. 

I became an instructor because I know exactly how scary it is to walk through the door, but I know equally as well that there is absolutely nothing to be scared of! My goal is to create a fun, challenging class where everyone feels comfortable to start where they are and encouraged every step of the way. I can't wait to Raise the Barre!
Barre & HIIT the Barre Instructor

Emiliana Adriano

Having begun my dance journey at the age of 4, dance and movement have always been an integral part of my life. I trained under the Royal Academy of Dance in Ballet and went on to continue my passion for performance studying an undergraduate in Film, Visual and Performing Arts. Having gone through some major personal changes a redirection led me straight back to the barre and I can confidently say that I’ve never felt better, stronger or more fulfilled.


Now as your new RTB Instructor I hope to challenge your limits, inspire personal growth and bring a dynamic and inclusive energy to the studio, creating a space for everybody to feel empowered. Let’s shake things up, celebrate our wins, unleash our inner strengths and share plenty of tiny little pulses along the way! Empowerment begins the moment you step onto your mat and I can’t wait to meet you there!

Barre & HIIT the Barre Instructor

Daniella Ribeiro

I’m thrilled to be your RTB instructor and share my passion for movement. I have always had a love for fitness which has been inspired by my family. I competed in horse riding and played netball which instilled an appreciation for movement and teamwork. My fitness journey took a transformative turn in 2019 when I discovered strength training and HIIT workouts. Barre offers me a way to recharge and reconnect with my body while providing balance to my fitness routine as I navigate my corporate job. Initially I felt unfit and overwhelmed, but barre gave me the confidence to take my fitness journey to the next level. Together, let’s find strength, balance, and happiness in every class, exploring all the tiny little pulses along the way!

Barre & HIIT the Barre Instructor

Ying-Poi De Lacy

At the age of 6 I started ballet and I continued to study and train under the Royal Academy of Dance until I was 17. During these formative years I realised the importance of exercise and movement. After stepping away from it due to studies I realised this importance even more. I constantly tried to find a form of exercise that I loved as much as ballet; trying yoga, pilates, running and various gym classes but I found it hard to persevere until I came across Raise the Barre. Starting out as an RTB client, I quickly came to love the full body workouts incorporating principles of yoga and pilates but most importantly ballet! I was hooked.

Raise The Barre came at a time in my life where my physical fitness and mental health was knocked after having a baby, and it completely transformed me. I started to feel stronger, happier, confident, more feminine and more like my self. The RTB community has become a safe space for me to focus on my physical fitness, my mental health and joy for movement. I want my clients to feel the same and I can’t wait to share this passion and excitement for fitness with them!

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