Footwork on the Reformer enlightens us on how our client is feeling and helps guide us on where to go with the work as an instructor. In this workshop, the spotlight will be on this extraordinary exercise but we will also touch on Chair work as well. Come join us as we discuss what we see as teachers and what to look for in our clients.

Pelvic floor dysfunction is one of the most common and least talked about issues affecting women. Pregnancy, childbirth, and aging all take a toll on the pelvic floor that can lead to discomfort, pain, and incontinence. In this workshop, we'll discuss common issues and how Pilates can help support clients experiencing pelvic floor disfunction.

Delve into the nuances of the Cadillac to refine your teaching and expand your exercise repertoire. Review fundamental exercises, explore advanced variations, and learn how to seamlessly integrate the key elements of a Power Pilates session into your Cadillac programming. Develop the skills to craft creative and challenging routines that flow seamlessly for your intermediate clients. Come prepared to move, be challenged, and unlock the full potential of the Cadillac!

The reformer is one of the most well-known and popular pieces of Pilates apparatus, and it is no surprise that there is more and more demand for reformer classes. In this workshop we will discuss strategies for teaching a one hour reformer class. Using the classical reformer sequence, this workshop will prepare you to keep your newer clients safe, challenge your more experienced clients, and make sure everyone leaves your class feeling longer and stronger!

The Reformer is the backbone of the Pilates method; it is the most widely utilized apparatus. The advanced workout is both challenging and inspiring and offers many variations of the traditional exercises that are often "left in the closet." During this workshop we will review the super advanced exercises, including many archival exercises not often seen or used.

Special cases, injuries, extreme imbalances: this is the next level of understanding injuries or special needs and how to work with them. We'll explore the importance of the Beginner System and of understanding the primary powerhouse first, then how to adapt these concepts when special cases present themselves. We will focus on lower back issues.

Nobody's perfect, right? Right! This workshop will cover the beginner/intermediate mat exercises with safe and effective strategies and modifications for clients with special needs. We will review specific modifications for low back pain, knee injuries, shoulder pain, neck issues, osteoporosis and pregnancy.

Join us for a specialized Prenatal Pilates workshop designed specifically for classical Pilates teachers who may feel uncertain about training pregnant clients. This informative session will address common concerns and provide essential knowledge on safely adapting Pilates techniques for the prenatal population. Participants will gain confidence in understanding the physiological changes of pregnancy, learn effective modifications for various stages, and discover supportive communication strategies to enhance the experience for clients. Whether new to prenatal work or looking to refresh skills, this workshop promises to empower instructors with the tools necessary to confidently support the wellness journeys of clients during pregnancy. We'll also discuss when pilate sessions are not appropriate. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your expertise and cater to an essential demographic in your practice!

We, as instructors, sometimes question if we are telling the student too much or too little. Have you ever wondered, "Why do I feel as though I am talking and/or teaching so much and my client still isn't getting it?" During this workshop, we will look at appropriate cueing - verbal, as well as tactile. We will also discuss how to efficiently convey the wealth of information without flooding the client. Our philosophy has always been "appropriate cueing at the appropriate time."

In this workshop, classical Pilates teachers will deepen their understanding of the Wunda Chair and enhance their teaching repertoire. We'll discuss a variety of progressions tailored for intermediate and advanced clients, with a focus on adapting exercises based on the individual needs of each person. We will explore how to modify movements for different body types, fitness levels, and specific goals, ensuring that you can create effective and safe sessions that challenge and inspire your clients. You will also gain insights into how to use the Wunda Chair to improve stability, strength, and flexibility, while building coordination and control. Come prepared to move, as we will practice these progressions on the chair to experience firsthand how they can transform your teaching and provide greater depth to your sessions. This workshop will empower you with the tools to make your Wunda Chair sessions more dynamic, personalized, and impactful.

This workshop will focus on reviewing the Intermediate Mat exercises and variations. Learn how to challenge an intermediate student by utilizing intermediate and some advanced level exercises. This workshop will be helpful for those teaching mat as well as apparatus sessions. Be prepared to move and practice!

We all love a good Tower class! The extra support, stretch, and strengthening that comes from working on the Cadillac/Wall Unit/Tower is hard to beat, but just because you or your clients don't have access to the equipment doesn't mean you can't enjoy or teach many of your favorite Tower exercises. Come join us for some creative Mat choreography based on the classical Tower format using mat exercise variations and props. We'll warm up with a mini Tower on the Mat workout and then take a closer look at class formatting and exercise options. Ideally bring a foam roller, medium weight theraband, 6-8 inch squishy ball or Magic Circle, and light hand weights and get ready to have fun!

This workshop instructs teachers how to create an Intermediate/Advanced Tower Class. We will review aspects of apparatus efficiency, flow of movement and moving horizontal to vertical. This workshop will review intermediate exercises and variations not in the manual.

Advanced clients don't always have to do the advanced reformer or mat work to be challenged at their level. This is a matter of vocabulary. This workshop will help you to return to the Beginner System, to challenge the client with the clarity of anatomically stabilizing cues. We will revisit all of the biomechanical concepts and how to apply them to the basic workout!

Joseph Pilates created a beautiful progression on a piece of equipment that is overlooked too often: the Barrel. He created the Barrels to gradually open two very restricted areas of our body: the hips and the shoulders. We will work through this progression from Small Barrel up to the Ladder Barrel in such a way that it will become easier to incorporate the Barrels into almost every workout!