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Barre 3 now open in Brentwood
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Fitness studio Barre 3 held its grand opening Nov. 13 at 4908 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood. The studio draws its fitness programming from the tradition of ballet barre, Pilates and yoga for the purpose of building lean muscles and a strong core and improving posture. 629-203-6065. www.barre3.com
By Wendy Sturges
A Houston native and graduate of St. Edward's University in Austin, Wendy Sturges has worked as a community journalist covering local government, health care, business and development since 2011. She has worked with Community Impact since 2015 as a reporter and editor and moved to Tennessee in 2019.
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