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Description

Madeline Black teaches her concepts of whole body support with optimal alignment created and reinforced by gravity which will create freedom of movement. Learn how the myo-fascia core and diaphragmatic systems help to organize healthy movement patterns for strength.

Observe Madeline teaching a first time client how to connect into herself to find the coordination of engagement for whole body integration.

The workshop begins with an explanation of the anatomy, alignment, and movement mechanics. Then we progress into challenging non-apparatus exercises. Watching Madeline work one on one with a client gives you specific cueing and language of guiding a client into learning new movement skills. The workshop ends by adding challenging movement exercises which build on the previous lessons.

Objectives

  • Develop strength through alignment, breath, & activation of an integrated core
  • Create a somatic & sensory learning experience
  • Learn how successful core engagement occurs 
  • Witness a new client learn to self correct her body for whole body engagement 
  • Learn cues in action, what works and what does not work


Concepts & Techniques

  • Whole body support with optimal alignment reinforced by gravity for freedom of movement
  • Alignment through diaphragm relationships in all planes
  • Breathing and core engagement
  • Spine as a whole structure in movement Real time work on an inexperienced client

Props & Equipment Used

  • Balls
  • Mat
  • Small Props
  • Parasetter® or Foam Roller

Workshop Level

  • Advanced
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate


Duration & Access

This workshop is  approximately 2.5 hours  long and you have 30 days of access.
(No expiration for Forever Access Members)
 
 

About Madeline Black

Madeline Black has distinguished herself as an international leader in movement and exercise education. She is known as the “teacher’s teacher” for over 25 years. Madeline draws from her vas... Find Out More Other Workshops by Madeline Black

Student Comments

" Great cues! I had never been introduced to the idea of the aligning multiple diaphragms. It\'s a brilliant way of explaining alignment. I will certainly try to implement these ideas in my practice and my teaching. "

Lauren G

" Fabulous! The knowledge I gained watching Madeline work on neck positioning will change the lives of so many of my clients. Stacking the diaphragms is a new way for me to look at my clients and make sure they are in optimal alignment. There is too much too comment on. The over working of the obliques and less engagement of the lower abdominals leading to thoracic flexion. The hips, rotation, reaching the scapula in rotation, extension - it was the most useful workshop I have ever taken. "

Kris B

" This was one of the best workshops i have ever seen , or heard! Madeline is a very good teacher, who explained everything so clear and knows so much. Love to hear see more "

Alex J

" Great workshop. Madeline explains in detail what to look at in your client\'s body to help them find the best alignement for them to build a strong foundation. Thanks a lot, I\'m rejoicing to watch her other worshops! "

Celine L

" Thank you for the information presented in this workshop. I appreciated the ideas for the small movements that help a client stabilize and find local muscles instead of automatically recruiting global muscles . Having a client brand new to pilates was especially helpful in seeing how these ideas can translate. Looking forward to using ideas and cues in my teaching. "

Laura W

" 24 pages of notes later...GREAT videos loved the cuing to assist working with students. Looking forward to taking future online courses with you. Thank you! "

Kelly K

" I found the class very interesting. I enjoy taking classes from Madeline. I have taken other classes from her and she does do some of the sameexercises which does help me learn them the more I see them. "

jackie G

" Great workshop Madeline! Wish I could take a private with you. I teach so much of these concepts already but got a lot of clarity on how to get my client into these positions better. Thank you! "

Karin T

" I always learn great techniques from Madeline's workshops! "

Jennifer W

   

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