Studio3

Thinking a little bit these days of working clients feet 🤔 .

For so many clients walking through the Pilates studio door, the lack of foot dexterity and strength is often the root source of restriction and discomfort in the knee, hip and even the lower back...so before we get them on the Reformer for footwork or focus on the target area, we spend a little bit of time gently mobilizing their feet.

If the dowel is too hard, wrap a towel around it or use a half roller, semi-deflated mini Pilates ball or anything else that will promote foot articulation, movement and ‘waking’ up those intricate joints and muscles…

One of my favorite exercises for developing deep core strength, improving spinal articulation, and building true control through movement. 😍

This exercise challenges your abdominal strength, body awareness, and precision, proving that sometimes the smallest, most controlled movements are the most effective. - Julia

How do you provide corrections AND motivate clients in your Pilates sessions?

Constant correcting can take the motivation and fun out of the session.

But is Pilates truly Pilates if we’re teaching movement without correcting? 🤔

Here are 3 quick tips to do both:

1. Break it down & build it back up.

Teach a new exercise by breaking it down in movement patterns that are accessible to your client(s).

Once they have the awareness needed to do it well, start to build it back up by cueing the connections.

Make clients aware of the similarities between the movement they can do well and the exercise you’re working towards.

2. Reduce the range, but increase the intensity.

When possible, reduce the range of motion.

But to keep the challenge and motivation, consider adding in more (or less) resistance.

3. Positive corrections.

Be mindful of your words and remember that no movement is ever really ‘wrong’.

Try to avoid words like “don’t” or “no”. Instead, phrase your cues and corrections in the affirmative.

For example, instead of “Don’t hike your shoulders” try “Let your shoulders drop down and release”

Teaching Pilates means correcting form, providing feedback AND keeping our clients motivated.

It’s what your clients are paying for in addition to a great workout. 👍

Summer can bring a lot of change ☀️ New activities, get togethers, travelling, packed schedules - while great it can also feel a bit chaotic 😎

Our small group Pilates classes not only give you much needed time to focus on yourself but help you to feel stronger, more balanced and give you the energy to tackle everything summer throws at you! 🍉

Check out our upcoming series and drop in classes and keep up with summer!

At Studio3 our group classes are 3-4 people per class which gives our instructors the opportunity to connect even more with participants and help you get the most out of your class! 🤩

Thinking of trying Pilates Group Classes? Now is a great time as we just added more classes to our Drop In and Series schedules.

Questions? Feel free to email us at [email protected] 📩

Looking to build your Pilates career with in-studio mentorship and a supportive group of experienced Pilates instructors?

Send us your application! We’re looking for Group Pilates instructors of all levels and experience to build an exciting new Group Class schedule at Studio3

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Our Summer Pilates Group Class Schedule is open to book! ☀️

Spots are limited so grab yours quickly!

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Teaching the Reformer Bicycle Knee Stretches can be...hectic 🫤

There are soooo many cues and tips plus the stability, movement coordination and just the sheer endurance our clients need to do! 😆

Here’s an easy way to break it down and then build it back up; it’s a tool that makes the exercise accessible and rewarding. It’s also a great way to improve your Pilates teaching over all because we want to ensure our teaching style is always:

1. Strong but Simple
2. Clear and Understandable
3. Fun yet Focused.

All are part of successfully establishing and progressing your clientele, plus keeping them doing Pilates long term 👍