Today we’d like to introduce you to Vicki Puleo
Hi Vicki, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
In my late 20s, I realized that to maintain my dedication to fitness, it needed to be integrated into my profession. I’ve taught many fitness disciplines but primarily focused on teaching yoga and Pilates. I have a RYT-500 certification in yoga. About a decade ago, I stumbled upon Pure Barre through a web search, unaware of its existence. After attending a free class and witnessing the seemingly simple movements, I was surprised by the intense workout it provided. This ignited my passion, leading me to become an instructor in March 2018 after taking 500 classes at Pure Barre Olive Branch studio. My commitment deepened, prompting me to acquire the Collierville location in October 2018 and the Olive Branch location in April 2020. Teaching and sharing the benefits of our distinctive, high-intensity, low-impact workouts continues to bring me fulfillment.
It wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Covid has presented numerous challenges for us. Forced closures and restrictions have significantly impacted our member base, especially with more prominent fitness brands rolling out online workouts rapidly. This increased competition has made it harder to retain and attract clients. Additionally, we’ve encountered difficulties in hiring new instructors, possibly due to uncertainties in the industry and changing work dynamics caused by the pandemic.
Let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
Pure Barre is a boutique fitness franchise that offers four (4) full-body workouts centered around the principles of ballet, Pilates, and strength training. The workouts are designed to tone and sculpt muscles while improving flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular performance. Pure Barre classes are known for their intensity and effectiveness, often targeting specific muscle groups to create long, lean, and toned physiques.
Before we go, can you talk to us about how people can work, collaborate, or support you?
- Pop-Up Classes: We can organize pop-up fitness classes at your location or ours, bringing the Pure Barre experience directly to your audience. Whether it’s a one-time event or a series of classes, we can tailor the sessions to fit the needs and preferences of your clientele.
- Private Barre Classes: We specialize in hosting private barre classes for special occasions such as bachelorette parties, birthdays, or team-building events. These personalized sessions provide a fun and engaging way for groups to bond while getting a great workout.
- Small Business Co-Collaborations: We’re open to collaborating with other small businesses in mutually beneficial ways. This could include joint marketing efforts, cross-promotion of products or services, or hosting collaborative events or workshops.
By working together in these ways, we can expand our reach, offer unique experiences to our clients, and support each other’s businesses.
Pricing:
- $69 – 4 Classes per month
- $119 – 8 Classes per month
- $159 – Unlimited Classes per month
- We offer discounts for military, healthcare workers and teachers!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.purebarre.com/location/memphis-collierville-tn
- Instagram: @purebarrecollierville
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purebarrecollierville?mibextid=LQQJ4d
