Upcoming Events
Mar 12, 2021 - Mar 15, 2021 — UNIVERSAL REFORMER
Universal Reformer forms, variations and uses (4 days). A new look at tradition and the use of the reformer as a diagnostic tool for structural and functional problems (closed kinetic chain).
Expanded and evolved forms are also included for fitness and correctives.
PLEASE NOTE that this workshop is in a 4-day format, Friday-Monday for a total of 24 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
May 15, 2021 - May 17, 2021 — THEORY and PRACTICE I
Theory and Practice I defines a language for speaking about movement and a context for viewing and analyzing it. The course work discusses the art of teaching and the principles underlying the Pilates Method as viewed from the standpoint of functional anatomy, biomechanics and kinesiology.
The legitimizing science defines the deep “core” centering provided by intrinsic organization. The previously outlined “Blueprint for a Highly Functioning Body” is further expanded and refined.
Additional material addresses client interaction, decorum, assessment protocols and modalities to promote learning through neuromuscular activity and awareness.
PLEASE NOTE that all workshops are in 3-day formats, Saturday-Monday for a total of 18 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
Jun 12, 2021 - Jun 13, 2021 — PUBLIC PRIVATES
Anatomy Exam, Papers Assigned
Coursework is accompanied by 2 weekends of structured observations in the ‘Public-Private’ Session format.
Individual private sessions conducted by seasoned professionals are observed for the fine-points of effective teaching and client/ instructor relationship. These structured observations round out the program as apprentices both witness and participate in private lessons.
Apprentices physically embody the art of teaching through their own experience of change and observe transformation of function in others with effective cueing.
PLEASE NOTE that all workshops are in 3-day formats, Saturday-Monday for a total of 18 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
Jun 14, 2021 — MIDWAY EXAMS / Written Papers Assigned
Anatomy Exam, Papers Assigned
Coursework is accompanied by 2 weekends of structured observations in the ‘Public-Private’ Session format.
Individual private sessions conducted by seasoned professionals are observed for the fine-points of effective teaching and client/ instructor relationship. These structured observations round out the program as apprentices both witness and participate in private lessons.
Apprentices physically embody the art of teaching through their own experience of change and observe transformation of function in others with effective cueing.
PLEASE NOTE that all workshops are in 3-day formats, Saturday-Monday for a total of 18 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
Jul 1, 2021 - Aug 31, 2021 — PRACTICUM
BY APPOINTMENT, 4 HOURS
Academic and practical testing is rigorous in a supportive atmosphere.
There is an extensive gross anatomy test along with written essays, research papers, lesson plans, and practicums.
Private lessons are required for personal growth and the embodiment of principles and theories.
Sep 6, 2021 — MIDWAY EXAMS / Written Papers DueAcademic and practical testing is rigorous in a supportive atmosphere.
There is an extensive gross anatomy test along with written essays, research papers, lesson plans, and practicums.
Private lessons are required for personal growth and the embodiment of principles and theories.
PLEASE NOTE that all workshops are in 3-day formats, Saturday-Monday for a total of 18 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
Sep 11, 2021 - Sep 13, 2021 — THE BARRELS
Large/ Ladderback, Step/ Humpback, and Half Barrel forms (3days). A broad overview of shared forms in the Barrel System as well as exercises and features particular to each piece of equipment.
Exercises concentrate on spinal mobilization and stabilization coupled with large joint range appendage movement.
PLEASE NOTE that all workshops are in 3-day formats, Saturday-Monday for a total of 18 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
Nov 13, 2021 - Nov 15, 2021 — THE CHAIRS
Highback/ Electric and Backless/ Wunda Chair exercise forms, variations, and uses (2 days). A comprehensive look at these related but not identical pieces with exercises unique to each.
Classical and evolved vocabulary plus the specific vocabulary for the Arm Chair may be included upon request (1 day).
PLEASE NOTE that all workshops are in 3-day formats, Saturday-Monday for a total of 18 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.
Jan 14, 2022 - Jan 17, 2022 — CADILLAC
Trapeze Table forms, variations and uses (4 days). Benefits for corrective exercise and performance enhancement including specialty forms for dance. Classical vocabulary and evolved forms are both deconstructed and integrated into fluid movement.
This comprehensive look at traditional exercises includes the classical forms for spring-bar, swing-bar, and trapeze on the table as well as standing exercises off both ends, hanging from the top bars and side rails, and standing on the bed.
PLEASE NOTE that this workshop is in a 4-day formats, Friday-Monday for a total of 24 hours.
There are two, 3-hour sessions per day: 10am-1pm and 2:30-5:30pm with a 1 ½ hour lunch break.