Redefining Fitness with The Power of Body Alignment with Stefanie Barboza, The Barboza Method
Building a fitness studio in West Hollywood, one of the most competitive markets in the country, wasn’t easy. Stefanie didn’t start with a huge investment—she grew her business step by step:
✅ Teaching small group classes in private homes
✅ Renting studio spaces in dance and ballroom studios
✅ Learning firsthand what her clients needed most
✅ Creating a studio design with floor-to-ceiling mirrors for optimal alignment
When it became clear she needed her own dedicated space, she turned to Google, business mentors, and pure determination to secure funding. It wasn’t easy—many traditional lenders didn’t see the vision. But with persistence, Stefanie secured a loan and private funding, built the studio, and turned The Barboza Method into an in-demand fitness experience.
Pivoting During the Pandemic
When the pandemic hit, fitness studios everywhere were shutting down. But Stefanie didn’t hesitate. With my background in digital marketing, I knew we needed to get her classes online ASAP. The night before lockdown, I called her: “Your studio is closing tomorrow. We’re going live on YouTube.”
Within days, she had transformed The Barboza Method into a fully functional streaming studio, keeping her members engaged and active. Unlike many studios that struggled, Stefanie’s business didn’t just survive—it thrived.
More Than a Workout: A Lifestyle & Travel Experience
Now, The Barboza Method is expanding beyond the studio. Stefanie has launched lifestyle and wellness travel experiences, bringing clients on fitness retreats in places like Santa Barbara and Catalina. These trips blend fitness, relaxation, and community-building, allowing people to disconnect from daily stress and focus on mind-body wellness.
The next evolution? Bringing people to LA for curated wellness experiences, featuring:
Barboza Method classes
Dance and sound bath sessions
Guided hikes at Runyon Canyon
Holistic healing and chiropractic sessions
For those looking for a fitness-focused, immersive LA experience, this is a game-changer.
The Power of Community & Social Media
One of the key drivers of The Barboza Method’s success has been word-of-mouth and social media. Stefanie has built an engaged, supportive fitness community, with clients sharing their transformations online. Whether it’s a testimonial about improved posture or a breakthrough moment of touching their toes for the first time, the stories keep spreading.
As Stefanie says, “Social media helped me understand my own brand better. I realized The Barboza Method isn’t just about working out—it’s about posture, alignment, and longevity.”
Her Instagram community has exploded, with people resonating with her message that fitness is about feeling strong, aligned, and empowered.
Why Walking Is the Most Important Exercise
At the end of every class, Stefanie reminds her clients:
“What do we do in everyday life? We walk. We walk. We walk.”
Walking might seem simple, but how you walk affects everything—your posture, alignment, and joint health. Stefanie teaches clients to stand taller, engage their core, and move with intention, ensuring they carry the benefits of her class into their daily lives.
Final Thoughts: The Power of Taking Action
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from my friendship with Stefanie Barboza, it’s that she takes action. When she sets her mind to something, she makes it happen. From building a business to navigating challenges and expanding her brand, she is a true entrepreneur and innovator.
Her story is a reminder that if you have a vision, you don’t need to have everything figured out—you just need to start.
💥 Ready to experience The Barboza Method? Check out her studio in LA or follow her on social media to stay inspired and aligned!
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