Workshops

A PSC creation to bring new light to the ballet barre craze – we have taken out the injury inducing elements and brought this workout to a whole new level.  Learn how to implement this class at your studio – go to the next level and get certified (2 day certification with DVD home study) Buy DVD  10 PMA CECS / 1 ACE CEC   $549.00

We are available to host at YOUR Studio – please download our schedule at the top of this page to see all of the dates. Remote Home Study also available

• Pilates on Tour Phoenix 2012  Friday 4/13/2012: Common Problems and Protocols: The Spine  - Tempe AZ 

https://www.pilates.com/BBAPP/V/education/pilates-on-tour/phoenix.html

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Workshop Descriptions: (click to jump to..)

• Exam Review Course DVD
• Common Problems and Pilates Protocol DVD
• Props in the Pilates Studio DVD
• The Vintage Repertoire Workshop DVD
• Pregnancy and Pilates DVD
• Pilates Jump Board Workshop (Beg/Int/Adv)
• Split Pedal Wunda Chair DVD
• Pilates For Men Workshop DVD
• Barrel Workshop DVD
• Busisness Workshop I & II Beginner & Advanced DVD’s
• Thera-Barre Workshop
• Stretching in Perfect Alignment Workshop
• Scoliosis Workshop DVD
• Burn at the Barre Variations Workshop DVD
• Foam Roller Workshop DVD
• Cardio Springboard/Tower Workshop DVD
• Advanced Cadillac Techniques Workshop DVD
• Spine Corrector Workshop – DVD
• BOSU® on the Reformer Workshop
• Gyrotonic for Pilates Professionals Workshop
• Interval Pilates on Mat and Apparatus Workshop
• Wellness and Weight Loss in a Toxic World – Lecture
• Dancer Flow on the Reformer Workshop
• Ultimate TraidBall™ Workshop
• PSC’s Workout  DVD’S
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Thera-Barre Workshop:

Created by Marlene Hall & Emily Smith. A technique that was created to bring the concept and benefits of Pilates to a ballet class, so students of all ages/levels can improve with simply a barre and a Theraband. This is a class dancers will love, and non-dancers can enjoy and benefit as well. Don’t let the word “ballet” scare you! It’s developed from ballet basics, but blends wonderfully with Pilates and coordination challenges. Add flair to your repertoire with a new technique focusing on balance, strength, stamina, and flow. CECs: 3 PMA  Price: $90

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Stretching in Perfect Alignment Workshop:

Learn to stretch your clients in perfect alignment while you are maintaining your own form. You will not only learn to stretch your client on the mat but also walk away with some nice new stretches on all the different apparatus. (Workshop on DVD avail.)  CECs: 3 PMA  Price: $90

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Exam Review Course Workshop: 

Preparing to take the National Pilates Certification Exam? This 3 hour course will help you pass the test.(Workshop on DVD avail.) – NO cecs avail. for this workshop.  Price: $130

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Common Problems and Pilates Protocol Workshop:

This workshop outlines the most common injuries and ailments that trainers experience with their clientele, how to recognize them, what causes them, what to avoid in training and what to focus on to assist in the client’s recovery.  Anatomy/terminology plus a workbook to take home. 3-12 PMA CECs  (Workshop on DVD avail.) of all or individual chapters $130 per module  PilatesSportsCenter@gmail.com

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Props in the Pilates Studio Workshop:

Using Bosu Balls ™, foam rollers, rotator discs, wobble boards, small balls and large thera balls, magic circles and more – this workshop will mix the props into the repertoire to add more dimension, support or a challenge.  (Workshop on DVD avail.) 2 PMA CECs Price: $90

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The Vintage Repertoire Workshop:

2 hour workshop of the Classic and rarely visited exercises in the repertoire. Revisit the historic exercises as performed by Joe – based on archival footage and the writings of Joe Pilates. (Workshop on DVD avail.)  Price: $90

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Pregnancy and Pilates Workshop:

Understand the new needs, limitations and risks associated with the pregnant client. We will present practical workout and programming protocols from the 1st trimester though to post-natal.  Workshop also includes liability, progress charting, and modifications of equipment in the Pilates Studio.  Course includes a take home reference workbook.  (Workshop on DVD avail.)  3 PMA CECs Price: $130

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Pilates Jump Board Workshops: (Beginner or Advanced)

An advanced workout on the Studio Reformer to expand your repertoire and challenge your capable clients using the jump board.  Innovative, creative ways to use the jump board that we have not yet experienced.  Using small hand weights, bands, small balls and magic circles.  The program includes: cardio segments along with target training of the arms, glutes and core along with stretching to recover and improve flexibility. 3 DVD levels available for purchase.  Buy DVD  3 PMA CECs  Price: $90

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Split Pedal Wunda Chair Workshops:

Demonstration and practice of exciting Spilt Pedal Variations to add to your repertoire.  Beginner through advanced progressive exercises presented in a 2 hour workshop that crosses over to all models of the Split Pedal Chair. (Workshop on DVD avail.) 3 PMA CECs  Price: $90

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Pilates Barrel Workshop:

Created by PSC Master Trainer Seth Hampton – this workshop will mix the Large Ladder Barrel into the repertoire to add more dimension, support or challenge. A largely underused but valuable tool in your Studio. (Workshop on DVD avail.)  3 PMA CECs Price: $90

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Pilates Spine Corrector Workshop:

Created by PSC Master Trainer Seth Hampton – this workshop will mix the Spine Corrector / Clara Barrel into the repertoire to add more dimension, support or challenge. A largely underused but valuable tool in your Studio. (Workshop on DVD avail.)  3 PMA CECs Price: $90

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Pilates For Men Workshop:

Taught by the inventor and co-star of the “Pilates For Men: 10-20-30 Challenge” DVD’s and YouTube series.  Learn how to tailor a workout or a class to suit your male clients and build your male clientele. PSC Master Trainer Josh Smith instructs. 3 DVD set with props included, or individual DVDs available for purchase.  Buy DVD 3 PMA CECs  Price: $90

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BIZ I: Getting Started as a New Pilates Instructor / Business Workshop:

Learn the basics of what to do once you graduate from a Pilates Program to launch your new career and increase revenue! We answer all the questions and alert you to ideas and pitfalls. 2-3 hour session created by Andromeda Trumbull Stevens, D.C. of Pilates Sports Center & Nichole Barreto of Pilates Studio City/Annex & Porter Ranch.  Take home work book included! (Workshop on DVD avail.) 3 PMA CECs.  Price: $130

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BIZ II: The Pilates Professional – Understanding Studio Operations & Money to Create Success:

This advanced course tackles understanding the operations of the business and how to generate revenue.  It is important to have systems in place that are easy to understand, follow and duplicate. These systems include money, employees vs. independent contractors, tracking sessions and training hours, session cards, online systems, budgets and how NOT to CHASE MONEY. Learn how to find the balance between teaching your sessions and running your business.  (Workshop on DVD avail.)  CECs: 3 PMA  Price: $130

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Foam Roller Workshop:

Created by Emily Zachary Smith a professional dancer and Pilates Instructor.  A favorite and versatile prop in the studio, foam rollers can benefit and challenge your clients in many ways. This workshop will inspire you with a wide range of applications and a variety of levels. Exercises focus on stability, core strength, balance, and feel good moments.  Buy DVD  CECs: 3 PMA  Price: $90

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Pilates Cardio Springboard/Tower Workshop:

Learn new variations and routine building strategies for your tower or springboard.  Cardio options are included – very cutting edge.  Buy DVD  CECs: 3 PMA Price: $90

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Advanced Cadillac Variations Workshop:

Take your Cadillac sessions to a whole new level! The curriculum of this workshop pushes your body to extremes while executing control and precision. Varying springs and resistance levels on the Cadillac, paired with a new twist of variations, creates a workout your most advanced clients will love!  Buy DVD  CECs: 3 PMA Price: $90

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Scoliosis Workshop:

The Scoliosis workshop will highlight background information on scoliosis such as: causes, diagnosis criteria, symptoms, types, surgeries and bracing techniques.  After we understand the issues we will unravel real hands-on techniques to assist and support the client in the Studio.  A take home workout of recipes that a practitioner can use that will prove to be creative, and intelligent choices and remove the mystery and confusion that can create frustration for both the client and the instructor.  We will use all apparatus and props available to us in a typical Studio as well as some home care ideas to support the client outside of the studio.  (Workshop on DVD avail.) CECs: 3 PMA  Price: $130 (DVD avail also)

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Burn at the Barre Variations Workshop:

A PSC creation to bring new light to the ballet barre craze – we have taken out the injury inducing elements and brought this workout to a whole new level.  Learn how to implement this class with ALL NEW ADVANCED VARIATIONS to your studio in a 3 hour workshop. Buy DVD CECs: 3 PMA Price: $90 

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GYROTONIC® and the Pilates Professional: by Gordon Hart-Ganske

GYROTONIC® and the Pilates Professional is a 3 hour course designed to introduce basic Gyrotonic methodology and concepts through an hour and a half GYROKINESES class.  “What is GYROTONIC?” or “How is GYROTONIC different from Pilates?” are common questions within the fitness community.  This course is designed to bring clarity to comparisons made between Pilates and GYROTONIC.  By the end of the course you will feel confident in addressing GYROTONIC curious and or experienced clientele with questions they might have.

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Dancer Flow on the Reformer Workshop:

Learn exciting new exercises and variations on the Reformer with lots of flow and choreography.  Dancer based exercises for intermediate to advanced clients.

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Interval Pilates in Mat and Apparatus Workshop:

Adding elements of timed cardio bursts integrated into Pilates sessions.  Increasing a client’s heart rate, then asking them to perform controlled Pilates exercises can add a higher calorie burn, while continuing to increase strength and flexibility.  Introducing new Pilates programming focused on burning calories, building strength, and increasing stamina.

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BOSU™ On the Reformer Workshop:

This is an advanced workout for the experienced client. Our intention is to explore new challenges, focus on balance, strength and stability utilizing classical and new exercises.

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Wellness & Weight Loss in a Toxic World Lecture - Dr. Jason Deyo, ND, MS

This 2-hour seminar will explore some of the controversial issues our clients are facing today concerning the relationship between health and the environment. We will take a look at current research and expose a number of the media’s falsehoods about nutrition, health, and weight loss. Each participant will complete a metabolic health assessment and use the results in a proactive goal setting exercise that they can take home and share with clients to improve client compliance and retention.

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How to Teach Pilates: from Privates to Groups

Learn to teach to the best of your ability – programming a session, cues, handling a group vs. a private, issues and problems that arise and how to build your client base. Plus tips on how to create a circuit-like flow to keep things fresh. This is great for those who are new to training, or a nice refresher for those who are teaching a variety of sessions within your Pilates career.

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Franklin Method for Pilates: Pelvic Power for Core Integration on the Mat & Reformer

This Franklin Method workshop is for Pilates instructors to discover the power of pelvic and core conditioning through imagery, experiential anatomy and body ball embodiment exercises.  We will explore and integrate the repertoire of Pilates Mat and Reformer more efficiently by truly embodying an understanding of how and why the body moves the way it does. As teachers you will learn how to use positive imagery and productive cuing to improve movement and performance.  When we embody function, we have better function.

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• Burn at the Barre Workout – 3 variations of intensity to tone, sculpt and burn at the barre – all new take on the hot exercise technique that will give results!!!

• Cardio Springboard / Tower Workout – You will learn cutting edge techniques on your Springboard, Tower or Cadillac apparatus that deliver intensity and variety to the repertoire.  You will experience core work, cardio, and resistance training along with a great flexibility segment.

• Advanced Pilates Cadillac Techniques – Exciting new intermediate and advanced variations on the Cadillac.  You will see some classical exercises with a new twist as well as some brand new variations

• The Foam Roller Fitness Workout - For teachers and home exercises alike, we’ve increased the intensity, and variety to the foam roller repertoire.  You will experience core work, cardio, and resistance training along with a great flexibility segment.

• Spilt Pedal Wunda Chair Workout – You will learn cutting edge techniques on your Springboard, Tower or Cadillac apparatus that deliver intensity and variety to the repertoire.

• Pilates PMS Relief Workout - Reduce Pain and Bloating, Improve Muscle Tone and Flexibility, Improve Stress and Irritability

• Jump Board I - The original! A full intermediate workout routine on the Pilates Studio Reformer with the Jump Board. Using basic but challenging routines we have added some light hand weights for a fun and effective 45 minute cardio workout that includes stretching.  We have two models showing Intermediate and Advanced options, and as always all of our DVD’s come with a music and voice over option OR Music only so you can just work out!

• Jump Board II: Props - We’ve added more intensity, bands and small balls to the Jump Board work on the Pilates Reformer.  You will experience cardio, resistance training and core work, along with a great flexibility segment. Our professional dancers, Seth Hampton and Rhonda Notary, will demonstrate 2 levels of intensity side-by-side for variety.

• Jump Board III: Cardio Pump - The 3rd installment of the popular Jump Board series! All new advanced variations with hand weights and some tough dance moves.  This is a very challenging cardio workout on the Reformer unlike any other of its kind. Our professional dancers, Josh and Emily Zachary-Smith, will demonstrate 2 levels of intensity side-by-side for variety.  After about five minutes of this calorie burning workout your heart rate will be elevated and you’ll be

• Pilates For Men: 10-20-30 Challenge – The Joe Pilates Challenge of 10 sessions to feel better, 20 to look better, and 30 to a whole new body!  We will use basic inexpensive props and Pilates Mat work to deliver a steaming hot workout – proving Pilates IS for MEN!!!!!!! Hey Joe was a boxer and a wrestler – this is not your fluffy stretchy routine – this is real work for real guys! Now avail as 3 separate discs or 3 dvds in 1 box with both props included!

Most DVDs Have Bonus Features:

• Safety Tips • Advanced & Advanced+ Options

• Version 1 (includes verbal cues) • Version 2 (music only/no cueing)

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