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Philosophy Classical vs. Contemporary Pilates: What's the Difference? Classical and Contemporary Pilates share a common origin in Joseph Pilates' original method -...

Congratulations on your decision to become a Pilates Teacher! Mat Certification, usually a Beginner Mat intensive, is the first step in your teaching education. Prerequisites vary by program but typic...

Hosting a Pilates Teacher Training is a great way to bring in new clients and find new teachers for your studio. Your first decision is choosing an education program to apply to host. Programs vary wi...

The Teaser is a Classical Pilates exercise. Similar to the calisthenic V-ups or "Frankies." The Teaser is performed after the Sidekick Series. This exercise challenges balance and core stability. ...

The Hundred is a Classical Pilates exercise. The Hundred is the first exercise in the Pilates Mat order followed by the Roll Up. This is the exercise everyone thinks about when hearing the word Pil...

The Roll Up is a Classical Pilates exercise. The Roll Up is the second exercise in the Pilates Mat order. Breathwork plays is an important part in performing this exercise. Begin by lying on you...

One Leg Circles is a Classical Pilates exercise. One Leg Circles is performed before Rolling Like a Ball. It is a great hamstring stretch to warm up the hip joint and challenge pelvic stability. Beg...

Rolling like a Ball is a Classical Pilates exercise. Rolling Like a Ball follows One Leg Circles and precedes the Ab Series of Five. The rhythmic rolling gives the spine a much needed massage. B...

The Single Leg Stretch is a Classical Pilates exercise. The Single Leg Stretch is the first exercise in the Ab Series of Five. Breathwork plays an important part in performing this exercise. This exe...

The Double Leg Stretch is a Classical Pilates exercise. The Double Leg Stretch follows the Single Leg Stretch in the Ab Series of Five. Breathwork plays an important part in performing this exerci...

Scissors is a Classical Pilates exercise. It is the third exercise in the Ab Series of Five, following the Double Leg Stretch. It is a great hamstring stretch. Begin by lying on the Mat, hugging ...

The Saw is a Classical Pilates exercise. The Saw is performed after The Corkscrew. This is a great exercise for stretching your spine and pelvic stability. The Saw is similar to the Spine Stretch Fo...