Category: Exercise Tips & Tools
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Finding the words: creating powerful Pilates cues and corrections.
For instructors who are new to teaching Pilates group classes, one of the biggest obstacles is finding the words to teach each Pilates exercise effectively. As studio directors and mentors, we can help them define their teaching style so that their individual approach is showcased, while keeping the class energy inspirational and motivational, with that…
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Teach New Pilates Exercises & Keep the workout flow.
One of the challenges of teaching Pilates is successfully introducing new exercises into clients’ workouts without breaking the flow or losing the essence of a strong, rewarding Pilates session. Here are 3 proven strategies that I’ve used for over 25 years to successfully teach new exercises and create great Pilates workouts. Move your Pilates workouts…
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Pilates Teaching Tips: The Teaser
We’re starting to offer more Pilates Reformer and Pilates Mat group classes in the Studio and one of the questions that has popped up a few times from clients interested in joining a more challenging class is; “I can’t do the Teaser – is it okay if I still join?” I’m not sure when the…