Workshops
Elevate your teaching practice with our specialized workshops and continuing education programs at Pilates Glow. Designed for Pilates instructors who are passionate about deepening their knowledge and expanding their skillset, our offerings provide the tools you need to inspire and transform your clients.
At Pilates Glow, we believe in the power of ongoing education to refine your expertise and keep your practice dynamic. Whether you’re looking to master specific techniques, explore new approaches, or gain insights into working with special populations, our workshops offer a comprehensive and hands-on learning experience.
Embrace the Imbalance: Teaching the Body in Front of You
When: February 9th, 2025
Time: 10am - 1pm
Price: $250
Unlock the power of teaching Pilates with a deeper understanding of how to embrace and work with the unique imbalances that each body presents. This workshop is designed for instructors who want to refine their skills in addressing and supporting clients with scoliosis, rotational issues, or difficulties in finding their midline. Presented by Sarah Martin.
Through this immersive experience, you will learn how to:
Identify and Understand Imbalances:
Gain insights into common postural deviations such as scoliosis and other twisting patterns. Learn how to assess these imbalances effectively to provide personalized and supportive instruction.
Adapt and Customize Your Teaching:
Discover how to tailor your Pilates sessions to meet the needs of each individual, focusing on the body in front of you rather than adhering to a one-size-fits-all approach.
Empower Your Clients:
Equip your clients with the tools to embrace their unique bodies, helping them to build strength, stability, and confidence, regardless of their imbalances.
Deepen Your Knowledge:
Dive into the intricacies of working with clients who struggle with alignment and finding their midline, and explore advanced techniques to guide them toward a more balanced and functional movement pattern.
When: March 8th, 2025
Time: 1pm - 5pm
Price: $250
Empower your teaching and expand your expertise with a comprehensive Pilates workshop designed specifically for instructors who wish to safely and effectively teach pregnant and postpartum women.
Through this immersive experience, you will learn:
Anatomical and Physiological Changes During Pregnancy:
Understanding the body’s shifts, including pelvic floor changes, center of gravity adjustments, and the impact of hormones like relaxin.
Posture Types and Their Impact on Pregnancy:
Identifying and addressing kyphotic, lordotic, sway back, and flat back postures, and how to modify exercises accordingly.
Safe Exercise Progressions and Regressions:
Techniques for adjusting load, pace, range of motion, and leverage to accommodate each trimester.
Core and Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation:
Teaching gentle abdominal reconnection and pelvic floor strengthening to prevent diastasis recti and support recovery.
Precautions and Contraindications for Each Trimester:
Recognizing when certain exercises are not suitable, including deep abdominal work, heavy leg/footwork, and inversions.
Postpartum Recovery:
Techniques to support the healing process, focusing on muscle endurance, joint stability, and gradual strengthening.
Modifications for Comfort and Safety:
Positioning and prop use for both pre- and post-natal clients to ensure comfort and safety during sessions.
Breathing Techniques and Stress Relief:
Teaching breathwork for relaxation, pain management, and promoting a sense of calm during sessions.
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Props: When and How to Use Them
When: TBD
Time: 10am -1pm
Price: $250
Transform your Pilates sessions with the strategic use of props! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the powerful role that props can play in enhancing, modifying, and adding variety to your Pilates practice. Whether you’re working with clients who need extra support, looking to increase challenge, or simply wanting to refresh your routine, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to incorporate props effectively.
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- Delve into the reasons for using props like the magic circle, weights, thera bands, small balls, pillows, and more. Learn how to choose the right prop for different exercises and client needs.
- Discover how props can deepen muscle engagement, increase range of motion, and improve alignment. Experience the impact they can have on both foundational and advanced Pilates exercises.
- Learn to use props to make Pilates accessible for beginners or those with injuries, offering support and guidance. At the same time, explore how to use props to challenge more experienced clients, adding complexity and intensity to their workouts.
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