Welcome to EVOLVE

A mindful movement practice dedicated to creating habits that provide inner calm and physical wellness. Fitness is just a happy side-effect.

Our Approach

EVOLVE is a world-class mindful movement studio in Portsmouth, NH. Our focus is on flexibility, strength & well-being in body & mind through small group and private sessions.

We offer a unique approach - designed to support inner & physical strength & resilience through a practice that brings awareness and refines your ability to be fully present where and when it matters most. The integration of mindfulness + movement, flexibly + strength, empowers us to roll through adversity and weather storms.

If you want a challenging movement practice that leaves you replenished and invigorated, grounded and centered - or if you’re recovering from injury, or just want to raise the barre for your wellness - this is for you. 

All ages, experience and fitness levels welcome. 

 
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EVOLVE your well being with us.

Try a new mindful movement practice that unifies inner calm, physical strength & flexibility, and overall wellness.

 
 
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In-person & remote options

We are conveniently located in downtown Portsmouth. Can’t make it to our downtown studio? No problem- we’ve got remote classes available from the comfort of your home.

EVOLVE Classes

  • EVOLVE Signature Class

    A comprehensive workout in a small group setting to strengthen & stretch every muscle group in the body. Based on ballet conditioning infused with yoga and Pilates-based movement, this class is for all levels. No impact, challenging in ways you can't imagine until you try it. Revitalizing for mind and body. The instructor guides each client to ensure a safe and challenging class.

  • Private Sessions

    Private sessions allow a completely tailored experience designed to focus on specific goals or dive deeper into areas that are particularly challenging or just matter the most for you. Whether you’ve been on hiatus from fitness and want to start a new routine cautiously or you’re a marathon runner, competitive athlete or skilled yogi looking to take things up a notch while preventing injury, building more balance strength, flexibility and stamina through the entire body – we can take you there through private training.

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Meet Our Founder

 
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Jackie Lucas

Founder, EVOVLE Mindful Movement

Jackie has a lifetime of classical ballet training, 13 years of experience teaching barre and three movement teaching certifications. She is one of very few instructors in North America to be certified by the renowned Esther Fairfax, London-based daughter of Lotte Berk. Lotte invented the first barre classes in the world which forever transformed creative movement, dance and fitness communities. EVOLVE’s approach is about rising above life's obstacles and tapping into mindfulness unified with thoughtful movement to nurture our best, strongest, most resilient selves inside and out.

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Client Reviews

Reviews

“I am turning 60 tomorrow and have inflamatory arthritis. Since I started Jackie’s Barre class I’ve noticed significant improvement in my flexibility and how I feel. I actually felt improvement after my very first class! Leaving the studio (and now virtual) I don’t feel any discomfort from my arthritis and definately feel much stonger and energized with each class. I’ve taken many different types of exercise classes but this is my favorite as results are rapid and significant. Jackie is a very positive, easy to understand instructor. Barre is really for anyone at any level also as you go at your own pace and quickly catch up when starting.”

-Jeanne L'Homme

“I was very skeptical on taking a barre class.  Jackie adds so much variety and challenge that the class becomes a great workout for anyone.   Highly, highly recommend!”

-Mark Miller

“The studio is very clean with excellent light from the oversized windows. It's spa-like in terms of atmosphere but you get a real workout! I was going to another studio in the area but the space was really cramped so EVOLVE is the best of both worlds. They are also involved with the community and offer a number of memberships/class packs/programs to accommodate everyone. There is not one subpar or mediocre instructor, and the women who go their are both highly motivated and friendly.”

-Stephanie Harzewski

“The group class was fantastic. Intense, even though I had been working out regularly for the last year+ but with appropriate adjustments for my fitness and abilities as well as for my injuries. Jackie did a great job and is very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her classes and Evolve for anyone looking for a group fitness class with a mindful approach.”

-Jason Nadeau

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