Introduction to Modern Pilates
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Introduction to Modern Pilates.
CYQ 3 Level Mat work
Why are you here?
- Already teaching and want to look at a different type of
Pilates - Interested in knowing about Modern Pilates
- Thinking about training to be a
Pilates Instructor - Already teaching Pilates but want a level three qualification
Modern Pilates
Designed originally by Physiotherapists and author Chris Norris and industry
veteran Cherry Baker and training providers NFE
We were THE FIRST Pilates Training Organisation to be awarded a CYQ level
Three Mat work Qualification.
Our basic course focuses 25% on the original works of Joseph Pilates and 75%
on Modern Pilates.
Our Modern Pilates techniques have a CLINICAL approach and have adapted the
original moves to incorporate modern sports research and rehabilitation techniques.
What do we offer
Level Three Knowledge Base (if needed)
- Distance Learning & Two Days
– Contact Weekend
Physiotherapy Introduction
- Two Days
- Pilates Anatomy and its
Application. - Postural Assessment and Corrective Exercise (this is not CYQ criteria
it is MP specific)
Pilates Practical Application
Specialist Modules
- Modern Pilates Back Care course.
- Modern Pilates Hip & Knee course.
- Modern
Pilates Shoulder Stability Diagnostic Modern Pilates 1,2 & 3. - Progressive
Pilates (1)
Progressive Pilates (2) Small Equipment Day - Stability Ball Pilates
- Pilates
and Pregnancy - Pilates and the Older Adult
- Neuro Pilates
- COMING SOON Level Four
Back Care!
What if I am already trained?
- We are aware many teachers have already done some training but want to
convert to a level three qualification. - We offer substantial discount if you have Certification with a different
training provider. - We have many specialist modules and workshop days that are open to all
qualified Pilates teachers
Seasonal Pilates Workshop with Sandie Keane
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Seasonal Pilates Workshop with Sandie Keane
What is Seasonal Pilates?
Seasonal Pilates restores balance within the body’s mechanics, using a prescription
of exercises that target muscle groups associated with each season.
So howis this different to a generic class?
Lets take Spring – In a seasonal Pilates class during the season of spring
the muscular focus is on the Pectoralis Major – Rhomboids – Anterior Deltoid
and the Popliteus. In Oriental Medicine research has proven that there is a
relationship between our muscles and our major organs and that all of our emotions
are housed within these organs and therefore within the related muscle groups….The
organ relationship for the muscles in Spring are the Gallbladder and Liver.
Seasonal pilates recognises both the muscular need in spring as well as the
organ energy need and we do this by stretching and strengthening the muscles
and energy pathways of the season…..
We can all associate the emotion of happiness with our heart and anxiousness
with our bladder so it makes sense that if a muscle is weakened by trauma or
bad posture then the related organ will also be affected…and this will cause
a psychological change within the body as well as a physical one.
Here are the 5 Seasons and 5 Elements throughout the year
- SPRING – WOOD
- SUMMER – FIRE
- LATE SUMMER – EARTH
- AUTUMN – METAL
- WINTER – WATER
Todays class is based on Spring.
So the exercises focus on the muscles mentioned above and the energy pathways
of the Gallbladder and the Liver
Seasonal Pilates can alter the state of your mind as well as the state of your
body…..for further information on Seasonal Pilates Workshops, please pick
up a Seasonal Workshop card from the Modern Pilates desk or contact me on the
seasonal pilates address below.
Sandie is Director of therapiauk ltd : www.therapiauk.com
co-founder of Seasonal Pilates :www.seasonalpilates.com,
Senior Tutor For: Modern Pilates : www.modernpilates.co.uk,
K.O.R.E. Therapy : www.koretherapy.com
The ChiBall Method : www.chiball.com
SPRING CLASS
- Meridian Trace – Gallbladder – Liver
- Foot pedals/Heel Raises/Knee Lifts
- Double Arm Floats
- Combination 1 of the above
- Bow and Arrow/Spine Twist
- Monkey Squat
- Combination 2 of above
- Standing Plies ( adding a combination of arm raises and heel raises)
- All 4’s Cat Superman Combination
- Shell stretch
- Seated Spine Twist – at various levels
- Leg Pull Front – at various levels
- Hip Flexor Stretch
- Shoulder Bridge – at various levels
- Spirals – distal to core
- Side Bend
- Plank
- Lizard
- Thread the Needle
- Adductor Stretch
- Standing Side bend
Introduction to Modern Pilates
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Introduction to Modern Pilates
Presented By Annie Bain & Cherry Baker
Thank you for attending this session!
We understood when putting the subject on the timetable we would only be attracting a small number of of delegates. Lets face it, it’s a big step when thinking about changing or adding to your career.
So now I have you in the room I am going to be controversial! I used to be able to say if you’re serious about teaching Pilates make sure you go on a course that gives you a level three qualification. However, these days there are many good level three courses but there are also some that well – cut a few corners. This said I don’t mean to say some are good and some are bad! Just different. I will leave it up to you to do your homework and see what type of training is going to be best for you.
This is my sales pitch or lack of sales pitch:
- If you want a quick and cheap course, don’t do ours.
- If you want to do the
course over a few weekends, don’t do ours. - If you want to teach one or two Pilates
classes as part of your teaching repertoire, don’t do our course. - If you want to make Pilates the main part of your teaching career or you wish to start a whole new career then choose Modern Pilates.
- If you want a thourough detailed course taught by Physiotherapists and experts in the field then choose Modern Pilates.
- If you want to be able to deliver a more clinical approach to Pilates, choose Modern Pilates.
- If you want to ber able to develop your Pilates skills to work along side physiotherapists or other health care providers then choose Modern Pilates.
- If you want to set up youir own practice and be credible as a clinical Pilates instructor, choose Modern Pilates.
Every one of you will have a different reason for being here. Remember one training provider is not right or wrong, they are all just different.
Research and think about what will work best for your short or long term goals.
Here are a few hints:
Ask the training provider:
- Does the course include a Level Three Matwork Qualification?
- Will it cost you extra to do the Level Three?
It is important you get a qualification that is on the National Framework, or your insurance may be compromised. Does the cost of the course include everything you need or do you have to pay extra for say manuals or course books?
Look at the time frame of the whole course. Do you think they can get through what you want to learn in the amount of days given? How many hours are contact hours and how many self study? How do you learn best? Which style would be better for you?
Ask teachers who have trained with various organisations about their experience etc. Personal recommendations are always best!
Many Thanks and over to Annie for the practical session.
Please visit www.modernpilates.co.uk (for course and workshop details)
www.trainingontour.co.uk (for MP DVD’s clothing & equipment)
www.cherrybaker.com (for session notes and master class information)
Lungeology
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Lungeology – Diagnostic Testing
Presented by Sheila Done
Is a Squat as functional as a lunge? How often do
we squat in our everyday life compared to how often we walk or use the stairs?
We will look at diagnostic testing for the hip and ankle, what goes on above
and below the knee often affects that joint!
Modern Pilates offer 1 day courses in HIP & KNEE and Diagnostic Pilates (Pelvis & Lower Limb)
Many dates for 2010
Please see the Northern Fitness & Education Stand or visit
Many Thanks for attending!
