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Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching $59.00 USD Register Now $39.00 USD Forever Members enjoy early access, special pricing, and no expiration dates! If you’d like to take advantage of this special price, please add Forever Access here and then come back to this page to make your purchase. (If you have Forever Access - make sure you are logged in to make this pricing available.) NPCP CECS Not offered

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Description

Touch is the most profound, immediate and direct form of communication. In this workshop a variety of hands on techniques are covered to effectively support the student in getting a deeper understanding of the movements in Pilates and effectively help them improve on and master the exercises.


Objectives

  • Learn how to use hands on assistance so your client so they can move to the next level.
  • Learn how to use your hands to bring out qualities your student never knew they had.
  • Learn how to spot your client so they find their powerhouse "for real" on the mat.
  • Learn how hands on assistance was done in Romana’s studio at Drago’s Gym.
  • Learn how to Spot your student on the mat, reformer, cadillac, chair and ladder barrel.

Concepts & Techniques

  • Opening and freeing the spine in the mat work. waking up the feet in foot work
  • Release the hip flexors and challenge the upper abs with modifications
  • Releasing the sacrum and lower back. Expand the chest and elongate the upper back

Props & Equipment Used

  • Reformer
  • Chair
  • Cadillac
  • Ladder Barrel
  • Mat

Workshop Level

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate


Duration & Access

This workshop is  approximately 3 hours  long and you have 30 days of access
(No expiration for Forever Access Members)
 
 

About Niedra Gabriel

Niedra Gabriel is a seasoned Pilates and Yoga instructor who takes a holistic approach to understanding the body and exploring its tremendous gifts and potential. With over thirty years of experience,... Find Out More Other Workshops by Niedra Gabriel

Feedback on Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching by Niedra Gabriel

" Wonderful workshop with great detail into what we are hoping to create in the body with helpful hands on cuing to enhance the student’s understanding. "

Katie B

" I love it I wish the schools would teach this way "

Maigualida G

" Wonderful workshop! Great cues and hands on ideas! "

Valerie P

" This is one of the most useful workshops I've done. Since I mainly teach private clients in a studio I think that hands-on work is something that's most appreciated. Some great cueing and new exercises or versions that I look forward to trying out. I hope to see more hands-on workshops! "

Ellen L

" Great workshop! Niedra is very knowledgeable and articulate. "

Lauren K

" Wonderful hands on cueing "

Ann K

" Loved this workshop. It gave me some new fun ideas to begin incorporating with my clients. Thank you! "

Pamella D A

   

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