Back to the Pilates Studio for me
Although I spend most days teaching Pilates, it can sometimes be difficult to fit in an affective session for myself. During a class or 1-1, I tend to demonstrate 1 or 2 repetitions of an exercise and then jump up and find a client to prod into the correct alignment. Although I try to squeeze in a mini workout most mornings they often get interrupted by daughters and labradors.
Being my own boss is wonderful but I miss having direction to be sure that my teaching is affective or that I haven't forgotten an important fact?
Time to head back to the Pilates Studio for some master tuition.
Last weekend I headed over to Tranquility Pilates Centre in Blackfriars (https://www.tran-quility.co.uk) and took part in a Pilates Method Alliance Workshop with the truly inspiring Nikki Chrysostomou. It was so good to get back on the apparatus and to have some expert tuition. I picked up a few new ideas but best of all, I have come away feeling confident that my teaching is on the right track and that I will be ready to take an exam to allow me to become one of the few British teachers affiliated with the PMA early next year. Exciting stuff!
To prepare for the exam, of course I will need to brush up on my anatomy and physiology again but more importantly I need to revisit the Pilates apparatus (reformer, trapeze table wander chair) after a 2 year break, so I can know all the exercises and equipment set up off by heart.
The Universal Pilates Reformer
Reformers take the Pilates method to a whole new level! I feel like I am walking on air after a session on the reformer, I feel lengthened, strengthened, energised and toned! The way your body is supported as you move allows the exercise to be suitable for almost anyone.
Benefits generally associated with Pilates Reformer classes are:
- Greater muscular strength and endurance
- A dramatic boost in your energy and metabolism
- Changes in your body composition
- Increased cardio-respiratory fitness
- Greatly improved balance and flexibility
- Increased core strength and improved postural alignment
New Opportunities
I've been visiting a few local studios to see if I can practice on their equipment and whilst doing so have managed to secure a new job teaching 2 reformer classes a week starting in the new year. 😁 I can't wait!! I will have more news of this over the next couple of weeks.
The Tranquility Pilates Centre fully stocked with Pilates apparatus including The Universal Reformer and studying with Nikki.
Extra Tuesday Charity Christmas Class🎄
The new Tuesday morning class is going very well, what a nice group you are! I have had a request to run this class for an extra week so that you don't get to out of practice over the Christmas break. I have decided this is a nice idea so there will be an extra Charity Christmas class on the 20th December. This will be a pay as you go class with all proceeds going to charity (not sure which one yet, suggestions most welcome). There will be coffee and mince pies after😋. If you would like to book please let me know.
2016 Achievement 'The Roll Up'.
With all of the classes over the last year, especially over the last few months, I have been using several of the original classical Pilates exercises to focus on improving spinal mobility.
To be able to mobilise your spine, you need strong core abdominals that coordinate efficiently. This takes a great deal of practice but the postural results are extremely worth it! I hope you have been able to see and feel the improvement in your bodies?
It has been so rewarding to see a number of you suddenly able to perform 'The Roll Up' for the first time. This is an advanced exercise and its amazing to see so many of you achieve this! Congratulations!
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Next Block of Classes
Emails will be going out shortly regarding January 2017 Pilates Classes so please check you inboxes or let me know if you would like to be added to my mailing list.
Thats all for now folks!
Enjoy the festivities and see you on a Mat Soon!
Angela 😀