Fearless: Andrea Leigh Rogers on Barre, Balance, & Bold Moves

Tribe of Unicorns

Grab your coffee, tea, or matcha—whatever fuels your fire—because this episode is a gem! Kendra sits down with Andrea Lee Rogers, powerhouse founder of Xtend Barre, dance fanatic, and super-mama. Andrea is here to talk about balancing big dreams with a full life and how she transformed her passion for movement into a global brand that inspires women every day.

🎧 Episode Breakdown:

Andrea’s Origin Story: From a stage-loving little girl to founding a global wellness brand, Andrea shares her unexpected career path. Hear how she traded in the desk job blues for Pilates and a life she loves, and why being on stage still fuels her passion.

Creating Xtend Barre: She didn’t just build a barre studio—she created a method. Andrea combined the rigor of Pilates with the grace of dance to bring Xtend Barre to life. Hear how a “hey, let’s try this” conversation with a studio owner turned into full waitlists, packed classes, and ultimately a global phenomenon.

Redefining Success: Spoiler: It’s not just about how many studios you own. Andrea’s journey has taught her that success is about living a life that makes you proud, staying true to your purpose, and leaving a positive mark without sacrificing your peace. (Psst…she redefines success daily, so if you do too, you’re in good company!)

The Real Talk on Business Pivots: Andrea’s entrepreneurial journey hasn’t been all green lights. She shares the highs and lows, the pivots, the “push-turns,” and the hard lessons learned along the way. Think you need to get everything perfect the first time? Think again. Andrea’s here to remind us that building a brand is a rollercoaster—and that’s half the fun.

Her Love/Hate Relationship with Social Media: Andrea spills on how she stays authentic online and why she ditched brand deals to focus on what she truly loves. Her advice: Forget the “musts” and just show up as you. Real engagement > big numbers any day.

New Horizons: Tween Skincare: Andrea’s next adventure? A skincare line for tweens! Inspired by her two daughters, this clean beauty line is designed to help kids build healthy self-care habits early. Get ready for products that are safe, educational, and absolutely tween-approved.

🔥 Key Takeaways:

• Success is Yours to Define: Forget what anyone else says. Success is living with purpose, loving what you do, and making sure your career works for you, not the other way around.

• Patience is a Superpower: If you’re a “go-go-go” type, Andrea’s got a golden nugget of advice—take a breath. Building something meaningful takes time, and the mastery comes before the scale.

• Show Up Authentically: Whether you’re on social or in business, people connect with what’s real. If it’s not sparking joy for you, ditch it, pivot, and keep it real.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:

Andrea’s story is like a masterclass in building a business, a brand, and a life on your own terms. Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or just rethinking what success means, this episode is a must-listen.

Follow Andrea on Social to keep up with her latest projects, including the tween skincare line! And don’t miss out on future Tribe of Unicorns episodes for more inspiration from powerhouse women building lives and careers they love.

Andrea Leigh Rogers is the founder of Xtend Barre, a global fitness brand that combines Pilates and dance for a dynamic, feel-good workout. Andrea is a lifelong dancer, certified Pilates instructor, and wellness expert with a passion for helping women build strength, confidence, and balance in their lives. Known for her authentic approach to wellness and movement, Andrea inspires a worldwide community through her classes, social media, and her relatable take on success and resilience. Currently, she’s also launching a tween skincare line inspired by her two daughters, blending her entrepreneurial spirit with her commitment to healthy, empowering products.

Connect with Andrea:

Instagram: @andreaxtendbarre

Facebook: Andrea Leigh Rogers

Website: andrealeighrogers.com

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