Meet Our Team
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Owner, Lead Instructor
Olivia is a fourth generation Montanan from Kalispell and has been a Bozeman resident for the last 14 years. She received an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and a master’s degree in Education from Montana State University and has been a certified barre instructor since 2018. Olivia has taught in-studio and private barre classes to a variety of clients and companies in the greater Gallatin Valley, in addition to her other full-time profession of being a high school counselor for eight years. Eager to build a brand where her passion for mental health meets music and movement, Olivia opened Sōl Barre Studio.
What do you love about Sōl?
Barre has always been my personal place of movement, joy, and connection. I wanted others to find a local fitness community where they feel supported, empowered and encouraged as well. Our authentic instructors will challenge and inspire you through positive energy. Our space allows you to recharge from the daily hustle and reconnect with yourself and others - this hour is truly for you! Get lost in the music and mindful movement with the best community around.Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
All about that beat baby. Kygo, Arizona, Arty, Loud Luxury, you get the picture!What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
Chair. All. Day. & Semi-Push Up!What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
Any chance I get, I’m opting outside with husband, Tanner, our one year old son, Jackson, and our golden retriever, Ruby. I love getting brunch at Farmer's Daughter Café, spending time gardening, traveling, watching football every Sunday, and I’m a sucker for a good nap.
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Lead Instructor
Krista is a born and raised Montana girl with a deep love for her Bozeman community. She received an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and masters degree in Public Administration, both from Montana State University (Go cats go!) She is passionate about her full-time job working for HRDC and also teaches as an adjunct faculty member at MSU for public speaking. As a certified fitness instructor for nearly 10 years, Krista has experience teaching multiple formats, but barre has always been her favorite to both teach and take.
What do you love about Sōl?
I love that Sōl is truly accessible for anybody and any body. Plus our Sōl community members are unlike any other. They are dedicated, supportive of one other and constantly show up wholeheartedly. They are THE best!Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
I could never pick just one, but The Chainsmokers, Sigala and David Guetta almost always make the cut.What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
Chair from morning 'til night and an even tie between side L and pretzelWhat are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
I spend all my spare time eating, trail running across the valley, playing cards with friends and watching football. I take any opportunity to get outside whether that's to ski, fish, hike or camp.
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Lead Instructor
Born and raised in Montana, Noel grew up in Billings and came to MSU in 2003 to study photography. While earning her bachelor's degree, she met the love of her life, who is an engineer for a local firm in town. After being a catering manager at MSU, a Health Insurance Agent, and a Wedding/Portrait Photographer, they had their first baby, and she's been a stay-at-home mom since. They have been blessed with 4 beautiful babies, whom she now homeschools, and feel fortunate to be surrounded by family and an awesome community in Bozeman.
What do you love about Sōl?
The thing I love most about Sōl is definitely the community. I immediately feel welcomed as soon as I walk in the doors, and I hope to help create that same atmosphere for others also.Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
Honestly, my go-to artist is any music with a strong beat and fun to move to.What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
Favorite thigh exercise is Waterski or Chair, and favorite seat is Fetal!What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
When not doing barre, I love to get outside and garden, run, hike, and cross country ski with family.
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Lead Instructor
Becca was born and raised in Helena, MT. After high school she moved to Butte to attend cosmetology school where she quickly discovered how much she loved the industry. She specializes in (almost) all things hair! She has been part of a very successful wedding team here in the Valley for almost 2 years and has an uncanny talent for special occasion styles! A lover of barre, Becca has been with the Sōl team from the first year of opening. With previous experience working at a barre studio as front desk and attending regularly as a member for almost a decade, Becca began instructing in 2023 and has an incredible way of empowering others through beat drops and booty work.
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Instructor
Originally from the DC area, Emily received her undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Criminology and Criminal Justice and a masters in School Counseling from the University of Maryland. She was drawn to Montana and settled in Bozeman 5 years ago, after completing a term of services with AmeriCorps in Helena. Her day job is in the College of Agriculture at Montana State University, and her night job is providing snuggles to her cat and dog. She fell in love with barre in 2019 and was excited to take the leap to become a barre instructor this year.
What do you love about Sōl?
I love the community, positivity, and opportunity to shake it out in a supportive space. The creative workouts keep me engaged and I always leave energized and exhausted.Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
I love any song I can sing along to, but I’m partial to Taylor Swift- keep an eye out for some Taylor themed classes from me ;)What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
I’m a big fan of Seated Extension for thigh and Fonda for seat.What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
I’m camping and hiking whenever I can. I love to cross stitch, read, and hang out with friends and my S.O., Andrew, and our cat and dog, Cass and Riley.
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Instructor
Born and raised in the South (Roll Tide!) but drawn to the mountains of the Western US, Abbey moved to Montana after a job opportunity in Bozeman presented itself to her. After living in a camper with her husband traveling across the country, the opportunity to settle down in Bozeman felt like the next right step. Abbey received a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Alabama and later earned a Master’s degree at Birmingham’s Physician Assistant program. Abbey is a surgery/trauma PA and loves being in the operating room assisting in surgery or helping trauma patients recover. While she maintains a deep love and appreciation for the South, she is proud to be able to raise her own little family in Big Sky Country.
What do you love about Sōl?
What I love about Sōl is the authenticity of the community. I knew this was the studio for me when I found myself laughing with other clients during the burn and shake of class! It is always a fun and challenging way to move and strengthen my body.Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
I’m a sucker for good beats and clever lyrics: Hozier, Sylvan Esso, Mumford & Sons, T-swift (there I said it).What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
I really love any variation of a good squat, lunge, bridge or chair. Anything that challenges me physically and mentally I am down for.What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
When not at Sōl, I’m usually doing something outside with my little family and our goofy dog: hiking, camping, skiing, exploring the national parks or catching a good concert. I love good food and a stellar dining experience really does it for me. I love to travel and am typically always dreaming about what trip I can plan up next! I have been blessed with a beautiful daughter and I love experiencing new things through her eyes.
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Instructor & Front Desk
Originally from Denver, Grace moved out to Bozeman to pursue a masters in English Literature (graduating this spring!) She received a bachelor’s in Human Development from Eckerd College and is currently working as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at MSU. Grace grew up in the music field teaching guitar, performing in bands, writing songs, etc., and loves bringing bumping beats to the studio! Her love for music and barre meld perfectly at Sōl and she’s excited to share her passion. A big extrovert and you’ll catch Grace singing or dancing along while encouraging clients to push through that final 10!
What do you love about Sōl?
I absolutely adore the team here. The ladies at Sōl really are a family and I was immediately welcomed with love and encouragement. We support one another and celebrate each other’s big achievements in ways that make us feel important. Not to mention how much fun we have—it’s always a blast here!Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
Fred Again. The man is a beast.What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
Chair and Tabletop. The shakes are nonstop with these for me!What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
When I’m not at Sōl I’m typically doing schoolwork, but when I want to unwind, I’m spending time with friends. They are my lifeline and they always refill my battery. I also love to bake, curate new playlists, and spend time out in the sun!
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Instructor
Growing up running on the shores of Lake Superior, Liv graduated from Montana State University with a degree in Community Health. Finding barre during her undergraduate studies was a game changer. She fell in love with the musicality, the cultivation of mind to muscle connection, and of course, the shakes. Liv began instructing soon after hoping to share her love and empowerment to a soundtrack of Britney Spears.
What do you love about Sōl?
I fell in love with Sōl immediately after my first class. It’s an incredible feeling to be in a beautiful studio filled with natural light and surrounded by the sweetest, most welcoming angels in town!Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
Always, always, always, miss Britney Spears and my queen Beyoncé.What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
Chair and Fonda are the loves of my life.What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
When not on the barre, I’m most likely lurking in the woods or swimming in an alpine lake. I’m an avid hiker and backpacker often bringing along a fly-fishing rod. If indoors, you’ll catch me binging anything Bravo. Feel free to chat with me about anything Real Housewives (especially SLC)!
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Instructor & Front Desk
Rielyn is a Colorado-born, but Montana raised girl. She and her wonderful family all live in the Bozeman area, and they love it here! She is currently enrolled at Montana State University pursuing a degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology. Rielyn grew up doing ballet from elementary school through high school and found that barre was a perfect way to keep those skills up while trying something new and fun! She is exhilarated to be a part of the Sōl Barre community and can’t wait to improve her technique and keep making friends at barre.
What do you love about Sōl?
I love how included and special Sōl makes all of their clients feel from the get-go! My lovely sister, Kayden, and I were looking for a Pilates studio but weren’t finding the right fit, and then we walked through the door of Sōl Barre, we knew we found our place!
Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
I love the early-2000s themed playlists!! And Pitbull songs always fit the vibe for a hardcore shake.
What are your favorite thigh and seat exercises?
Water ski & all the variations of bridge!
What are you doing when you’re not at Sōl?
When I’m not at Sōl, I will be found hiking with my friends, hanging out with my family, going on scenic drives, thrifting, cooking, playing my guitar, or in a tattoo shop (haha)!
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Front Desk
Originally from VA, Kate has enjoyed making MT her new home. She loves to create beautiful spaces, and gets to do that for work each day - Kate manages a very popular cleaning company in Bozeman and really enjoys her job!
What do you love about Sōl?
The people! Between the girls I work with, and the guests walking through the door- it’s such a welcoming space and I feel so comfortable. You can really be yourself with everyone there. No judgments, just a safe space.
Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
I love a good Britney Spears Remix, and any house music.
What are your favorite thigh and seat exercises?
For thigh- they all hurt but that keeps me coming back!! I love a good challenge! For seat, I like anything in fetal, and anything with bangles.
What are you doing when you’re not at Sōl?
Taking spin class at Zephyr, paddle boarding, loving on my dogs, and going down rabbit holes on Tiktok.
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Lead Front Desk Associate
Natalie is from Great Falls, MT and is currently a junior at Montana State University with an undecided major. She graduated from CMR High School where she was a three sport athlete and played volleyball, basketball, and track. She now works the front desk at Sōl Barre!
What do you love about Sōl?
I love that Sōl has such a welcoming, fun, and judge-free environment. There is no such thing as a bad workout at Sōl!Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
Definitely Justin Bieber! #BieberfeverWhat are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
My favorite thigh exercise is parallel hip width, and my favorite seat exercise is seated pretzel!What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
When I’m not at the studio, I love going on walks, doing my homework, reading a good romance book, going to bobcat games, and going to Bible studies!
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Lead Front Desk Associate
Emily was born and raised in Kalispell, MT. She attended the University of Montana before moving to Reno, NV with her husband. After having her son, she moved back to Montana to be closer to family, and found her home in Bozeman five years ago. She currently works full time at a local credit union in addition to working at Sōl! She loves that both of her jobs focus on the Bozeman community.
What do you love about Sōl?
I love my co-workers at Sōl, and the fun, caring environment we have as a team and with our members.Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
Taylor Swift always gets me shaking!What are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
All the thighs kill me, but I love Semi-Foldover and Fonda for seat! (aka Mermaid)What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
I tend to spend most of my free time hanging with my husband and son. We love to go to local parks, the Museum of the Rockies, watch movies, sewing, and doing arts and crafts!
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Front Desk
Raised in California, Amalea came to Bozeman for college. She is a marketing major at Montana State University, and plans to attend grad school here after graduation. Catch her outdoors any chance she gets - hiking, backpacking, and hanging with friends.
What do you love about Sōl?
I absolutely love the community here at Sōl. My second time ever in, the instructor and front desk girl remembered my name and I truly just felt so welcomed.Who is your go-to artist to shake to?
Big Big Taylor Swift galWhat are your favorite thigh & seat exercises?
My fav seat exercise is Standing Bent Leg with a ball or weight behind the knee for some extra 🔥. For thigh, I like High V or a 4th/Chair combo!What are you doing when you're not at Sōl?
When I am not at Sōl I am usually with friends hiking, camping, or thrifting!