Pilates Teachers' Manual

Pilates Teachers' Manual


Latest Episodes

Building A Therapeutic Alliance
July 21, 2022

In my teaching experience, having a relationship with clients that's built on trust, mutual respect, and shared goals is key in better helping our clients. The research also supports this idea, including an awesome systematic review by Lin et al. tha

Designing A Class Series
July 07, 2022

There are many benefits to offering a classes as a series, including guaranteed payment and commitment from your clients, the opportunity to progress the class towards bigger goals than you could accomplish in a single class, and sharing the rewards consi

Group Class Programming Strategies
June 23, 2022

Class programming is an integral part of teaching Pilates. Today we explore different ways to build a class, different tools to use, and some of my favorite strategies for developing an awesome class plan. Tune in!I want to hear from you! Share your thoug

Working With Low Back Pain
June 09, 2022

You will certainly encounter clients with low back pain if you teach Pilates. Today we dive deep into what low back pain is, what factors contribute to low back pain, and how to work confidently with these clients. Tune in!I want to hear from you! Share

Working As An Employee Versus Independent Contractor
May 26, 2022

Two ways you may work at a studio are as an employee or an independent contractor. Both have their own quirks, especially when it comes to managing your finances. Today we dive into the wild world of 1099s and W2s and explore what you need to know about t

Hosting A Webinar
May 12, 2022

Interested in hosting an online workshop? Today we dive into hosting a webinar, how to get started, what to keep in mind, and all the awesome ways hosting an online workshop can support your growth as a Pilates teacher and practitioner. Tune in!I want to

Special Guest - Stephanie Benton
April 28, 2022

The wonderful Stephanie Benton of Inspired Brand Co. joins me on the podcast today! She shares her teaching experience, valuable marketing insights, and several ways to expand your business in a way that supports your self-care and personal growth. Tune i

Guidelines For Working With Pregnant Clients
April 14, 2022

Chances are, if you teach Pilates you will teach pregnant clients.  Today we revisit the best practices for working with pregnant clients and review the latest guidelines to build your knowledge and inspire confidence. Tune in! I want to hear from you! Sh

Special Guest - Gwen Head
February 24, 2022

The fabulous Gwen Head joins me on the podcast today. She shares finding a balance between her career as a Pilates teacher and an HR professional, discovering the type of Pilates teacher she wanted to be, growing her confidence, and more. Tune in!I want t

Transitioning To Virtual Teaching (Revisited)
February 10, 2022

Today's episode looks at the bigger picture of teaching Pilates virtually, what remote teaching can look like, some ways to begin that transition from in-person classes to remote offerings,  and how I have experienced the transition myself. Tune in!I