Meet our team of expertly trained instructors.
Haley Williams
Co-Owner & Instructor
Originally from Connecticut, Haley moved to Denver in 2019 and has been teaching barre for eight years. She is passionate about the workout, training instructors and connecting with the clients.
“I discovered barre in 2014 and I was instantly hooked. I started coming for the workout, but barre has stayed in my life because of the positive effect it has on my mental health. It ignited a passion in me that will never fade.”
When she’s not at the studio, Haley enjoys skiing, sailing and hiking with her husband, Ben, and golden retriever, Hudson. She also loves live music, a passion she shares with Gracie. Haley’s first Red Rocks show was with Gracie in 2019!
Haley is also an experienced baker and shares recipes on her website If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen. If you’re lucky, you may find a plate of freshly baked goods waiting for you after class!
Gracie Mukayess
Co-Owner & Instructor
Gracie, a native to Colorado, has been teaching barre for six years. She is a dedicated leader within the studio and takes pleasure in actively participating in the local community.
“Barre is my sanctuary where I discover tranquility and form cherished friendships.”
When she is not instructing barre classes, Gracie loves spending quality time with her family. Her husband, 24-year-old daughter, twin boys, and three dogs contribute to a bustling yet immensely joyful life. Whether engaging in board games, watching movies, or volunteering within the community, they strive to maximize their family bonding time.
To maintain a sense of fulfillment, Gracie indulges in attending numerous live music events. Additionally, she dedicates her time to crafting intricate beadwork, creating earrings, bracelets, and watchbands. Some of her exquisite pieces will be showcased at the studio.
Alissah
Instructor
Meet our talented studio teacher, Alissah! When she’s not guiding us through invigorating barre workouts, you can find her crunching numbers in the world of Accounting/Finance.
But her heart truly belongs to the outdoors of Colorado, where she explores with her faithful canine companion. Little do her clients know, behind those challenging workouts, she’s loves baking and decorating cakes for her loved ones!
Jaimee
Instructor
Jamie started teaching barre in August 2020 and quickly fell in love with the way it empowers both mind and body. She’s passionate about sharing this experience with others, creating a supportive space where everyone can move at their own pace, with lots of encouragement and zero judgment.
Originally from Long Island, NY, Jamie now calls Denver home. When she’s not working as a Product Designer or leading barre classes, you’ll likely find her exploring new restaurants, dancing, or occasionally skydiving—she got her license last year! But most days, she’s just relaxing at home with her pup, Wilbur.
Allie
Instructor
Meet Allie, originally from Dallas, Texas, who brings her passion for community and empowerment to every barre class she teaches.
A wedding and event planner by trade, she’s fallen in love with the friendships and connections barre fosters. Teaching allows her to share joy, encourage others, and be a small but bright part of her clients’ day. She loves that barre empowers her to feel strong and discover new challenges in every class.
Outside the studio, you’ll find her cooking, making sourdough, traveling, entertaining, or spending time with her husband and pup. She also unwinds with puzzles and paint-by-numbers!
Lindy
Instructor
Meet Lindy, originally from Omaha, Nebraska, and now one of Pivot Barre Studio’s newest dedicated instructors.
As a technical editor and writer by day, she brings her precision and passion to the barre studio, encouraging students to meet and exceed their personal goals. She loves that barre is accessible to all fitness levels, with Pivot’s emphasis on form ensuring both safety and effectiveness.
When she’s not teaching, she’s hiking, biking, or enjoying the beach with her husband and three kids. Fun fact: She’s a vegan and a bioethicist, with a deep passion for end-of-life care and advance directives!
Madi
Instructor
Certified in 2020, Madi fell in love with the creativity that goes into teaching barre. Take one of her classes and you’ll see her passion behind the workout.
A lover of hiking and skiing, Madi spends her weekends exploring Colorado with her friends and bringing her dogs along for the adventure too! Madi happens to be a brilliant engineer as well. She recently earned her PhD in Bioengineering from the University of Colorado Denver.
Edirin
Instructor
Meet our dedicated barre instructor, Edirin, who brings over a decade of expertise to every class. She strives to blend strength and confidence in each session.
Beyond the barre, you’ll find her enjoying quality time with her husband and furry friend, Ollie, as well as exploring new recipes and local culinary delights. And here’s a fascinating tidbit: her Nigerian last name is a playful palindrome.
Maggie
Instructor
Maggie’s background in Irish dance brings strong musicality and choreography to every class. Since 2021 she has been teaching barre and her experience shines when cueing exercises, making each movement easy to learn, yet challenging.
Also a certified yoga instructor, Maggie understands the importance of stretching while strengthening the stability muscles.
Maggie has California roots, but since moving to Denver she has embraced the Denver food scene. She loves to visit local restaurants and check out new cocktail bars.
Fun fact: Maggie has a twin brother!
Rachael
Instructor-in-Training
Meet Rachael! She started teaching barre to deepen her own practice while helping others get the most out of their workouts—without sacrificing the fun. She loves that barre is low-impact and easy on the joints, yet still delivers a challenging workout every time. When clients ask if it ever gets easier, her answer is always the same: nope! But that’s what makes it so rewarding.
Originally from Farmington, a suburb of the Twin Cities, Rachael now calls Colorado home, where she works as a news reporter and photographer, covering everything from crime to education and history.
When she’s not at the barre or chasing a story, you’ll find her hiking in the mountains, checking out new brunch spots and breweries, or curled up with a good book and her cat, Spaghetti. Fun fact—she’s lived in seven states in the past ten years!