A successful movement program based on the Pilates repertoire acknowledges the different influences that create the context of the student’s motor response. Every human being, even with the same type of training, responds differently. Therefore, we will approach our programming from multiple perspectives. Read More
Factors to Design the Best Pilates Session: Part I
Does the “magic” Pilates class exist? One that serves both the student and the instructor? How are the best exercises chosen? Can a session be suitable for each and every member of the class? We’ll explore how to design the perfect class…Read More
Educator Highlight : Murat Catbas, NCPT
“I started off with Polestar in Cologne. My first educators were Nina Metternich and Susanne Dickhaut under Alexander Bohlander. I took a master training with Balanced Body under Nora St. John. Studying with Shelly Power was a miraculous way back home as educator and Brent is continuous enlightenment.”Read More
Mental Imagery in Pilates Instruction
Imagery is a very useful tool for athletes as they often have very few opportunities to correctly execute their skills. Remember, a 100m final at the Olympics happens once every 4 years, and it needs to be performed with split-second perfection. Read More
Polestar Pilates Educator Highlight : Noelle Dowma, Kansas City, KS
Selecting my favorite apparatus is like someone selecting their favorite child—how do I do that? But, if I could only select one piece to bring with me on a desert island, I would choose the Reformer because it is so versatile. – Noelle DowmaRead More
Pilates & CBD
CBD or “Cannabidiol” is different from its counter-culture cousin-compound “THC” (which might give you the giggles). Cannabidiol is a phytocannabinoid, one of over 100 identified cannabinoids in cannabis plants. We have seen “CBD supported Restorative Yoga”, “CBD post Marathon Stretching Class” and classes that “weave” together mindfulness “cannabis culture” restorative postures and CBD smoothies (yes, banana and Cacao included)Read More
