Angela R.

Hi! I’m Angela, and I’ve been part of the Pure Barre Lafayette team since 2016. I currently teach Pure Barre Align, Pure Barre Classic, Pure Barre Define, Pure Barre Empower, Pure Barre Engage, and Pure Barre Reform. One of my favorite things about teaching is getting to be a small part of so many people’s fitness journeys. I love watching clients get stronger, gain confidence, challenge themselves, and realize they’re capable of more than they thought. My Pure Barre journey started as a client not long after the Lafayette studio first opened. I came across a post on social media and decided to give it a try. I still remember walking into my first class having absolutely no clue what I was doing — but I left knowing I couldn’t wait to come back! I fell in love with the workout, the results, and especially the community Over the years, Pure Barre has carried me through so many different seasons of life. During my high-risk pregnancy with my daughter, I was able to continue working out and teaching with modifications throughout my pregnancy. After having a C-section, coming back to Pure Barre became part of rebuilding not only my strength, but also my confidence in my body. That experience gave me an entirely new appreciation for what our bodies are capable of and is one of the reasons I love helping other people recognize their own strength. Fitness and movement have always been a big part of my life. I grew up in a tiny town in Mississippi, cheered for most of my life, worked as a UCA instructor, and danced on my college dance team. After moving to Lafayette in 2015, Pure Barre became a huge part of the life and community I built here. Outside of the studio, I’m a wife and mom to my little girl, London. I also work in beauty, social media, and content creation, including creating local family-focused content for Lafayette Mom. When I’m not at the barre, you can usually find me spending time with my family, tackling a home or backyard project, checking out somewhere fun around Acadiana, or planning our next adventure. After 10 years, I’m incredibly grateful to still be part of the Pure Barre Lafayette community. I’ve met so many amazing people through these studio doors, and I can’t wait to see you at the barre!