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This workshop offers 3 PMA CECs upon completion and passing of the required quiz.

(Please remember, the PMA accepts a maximum of 12 online CECs toward their bi-annual 16 CEC requirement. Details.)

Description

Enhance the Mat is a practical course intended to simplify complex concepts through the use of small props. We will explore use of studio accessories, such foam roller and various balls, to enhance and inform traditional Pilates exercises and biomechanical concepts. Learn how and when to choose various props, and build a repertoire of exercises for in-studio or at-home practice.

The exercises and techniques presented will be immediately useful, as you learn to balance the time you spend instructing with the time spent empowering your students to feel ownership of their improvement through self-discovery. 

Objectives

  • Introduce participants to a range of common props and accessories often utilized in Pilates studios
  • Learn how choosing specific props will develop or enhance various aspects of traditional exercises
  • Explore how an exercise can be adapted to multiple apparatus to alter the goal and focus of the exercise
  • Build a repertoire of exercises to be used in client sessions or to be given as homework


Concepts & Techniques

  • Organization of the body in both static and dynamics activities for optimal efficiency of strength and movement
  • Specific mechanics of the Pelvic Girdle, Shoulder Girdle, and Spine Teaching techniques to inspire personal discovery and kinesthetic learning for your clients
  • Indentification of patterns that inhibit efficient movement

Props & Equipment Used

  • Balls
  • Mat
  • Small Props

Workshop Level

  • Advanced
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate


Duration & Access

This workshop is  approximately 1.7 hours  long and you have 30 days of access
(No expiration for Forever Access Members)
 
 

About Jennifer Zumann

JENNIFER ZUMANN has been a Pilates Instructor since 1997. She co-owns Pilates Chicago with her husband, Matthew. and facilitates Pilates Chicago’s apprenticeship-based Instructor Training Program. C... Find Out More Other Workshops by Jennifer Zumann

Student Comments

" I like the way the fundamentals are addressed in so many different ways using the props "

Deborah P

" Wonderful and creative exercises with great direction. "

Deanna N

" Great workshop lots of new material to integrate into classes "

Alison W

" Wonderful cueing. Creative use of props. Great focus on alignment and integration. "

Stacey D B

" Fun and informative class... "

Christina J

" I got several new ideas for my mat clients. The props help to challenge some classical movements which my students like. "

Linda L

" Thank you for giving me more ideas and stimulating me to think about variety and how to do it properly! "

Johannes L

" Great exercises! This is my first workshop that I have ever purchased online - will be back. Thank you. "

Courtney C

" Excellent tools. Lots of new stuff for me that I will be using with my students! "

Gianine D

   

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