Do you have a phrase you use as a crutch when you are searching for words or trying to fill the silence in a classroom? Everybody does! Read More
education
Teaching Self Monitoring in Pilates
I worry that we, as Pilates teachers, over challenge people, which can result in injury, the development of poor form, frustration, and misinformation. Are we teaching students self-monitoring so that they can make ideal choices for their body? Read More
Educator Highlight : Amy Dixon, NCPT
Pilates is my profession, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I also have trained in many other modalities to complement my work, so that each client receives a blend of work to match their needs.Read More
Polestar Pilates Educator Highlight : Brad Jamieson
I want to convey the simplicity of movement. I think movement in this era is being hijacked and branded so it can be sold. Moving is just moving- arms, legs, spine. It doesn’t need to be complex, or “wrong,” as long as it’s safe and effective. We’ve been moving our human bodies for millions of years… we should innately know what we’re doing! I feel there’s more benefit in someone having a positive experience of free movement than in building fear and blocking someone from moving.Read More
Polestar Faculty Highlight : Joanne Bezzina – Sydney, Australia
In your own words – describe “the Spirit of Polestar” JB: Using Pilates as part of the tool kit- empowering our clients to connect to themselves. Creating a space where it is safe to challenge ourselves and explore our capabilities beyond our perceived limitations. What Three Words come to mind when you think of “Polestar […]Read More
Graduate Highlight : Steffi Jauw from Jakarta, Indonesia
One of my best friends – who was in the process of taking her exam – introduced me to Polestar. She raved about how great it was and highly recommended it to me. Pilates is for EVERYBODY! I love how Polestar teaches us to adapt our cues & teaching to fit our clients’ needs. Whether our client is post-injury & in need of a little extra attention, or you have a client who is very athletic & is using Pilates to enhance their performance – Polestar Pilates provides!Read More