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Bootcamp Pilates for your Pilates Studio
Since Pilates was first introduced almost 100 years ago, different styles of this intriguing system of exercise have emerged. One of the most recent and controversial styles is Bootcamp Pilates. Frowned upon by many Pilates purists, Bootcamp Pilates may be seen as the anti-Pilates or as Peter Fiasca’s puts it, “…a mutation of Pilates”. Nevertheless, [...]
Franklin Method® Workshop
At The Fitness Studio of Orlando we are offering the Pelvic Power for Core Integration Franklin Method® Workshop on Saturday, June 26, 11:30am – 2:30pm. The workshop will be taught by Gini Martinez and will cost $100. This workshop focuses on the application of imagery exercises to increase the balance, alignment and flexibility of the joints, ligaments, [...]
Pilates Beyond the Studio
Sometimes we all need a change of scenery. Getting out of the studio and offering Pilates in non-traditional venues will give you the opportunity to tap into possible new clientele, introduce Pilates to those who might otherwise never try it, and give back to your community. This article will help you step out of your [...]
Teaching the ABC’s of Pilates
We’ve all seen it happen. Some clients can only afford a handful of private Pilates sessions. Oftentimes, these are the bodies crying out for help with pain, misalignment and poor body mechanics. After working with thousands of clients from all walks of life, I’ve developed a unique teaching style that serves both the short-term client [...]
TheShu
It is wonderful to be barefoot during a Pilates session, but many people prefer to have something on their feet. Whether it is for warmth, cleanliness, comfort or to avoid slipping, there are many options available these days for covering the feet. One of the options in our industry is called TheShu. TheShu is a lightweight [...]