Programming Protocols for
Breast Cancer Rehab

6 hours · Live online or in person
A STOTT PILATES® Academy course

Supporting clients through breast cancer requires more than compassion—it requires clarity, confidence, and a deep understanding of how movement can serve the body during every stage of treatment and recovery. This course equips Pilates and movement professionals with the knowledge and programming strategies needed to work safely, thoughtfully, and effectively with this population.

Grounded in current research and the STOTT PILATES approach to intelligent movement, you'll learn how to adapt sessions for clients navigating surgery, treatment side effects, fatigue, scar tissue, emotional stress, and long-term healing needs. The focus is practical, accessible, and deeply human: helping clients move with greater ease, reclaim strength and mobility, and feel supported in their bodies again.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Define breast cancer and understand the physiological considerations relevant to movement programming.
Outline the importance of early detection, including common screening and diagnostic methods.
Identify standard treatment pathways and their potential impact on mobility, strength, tissue integrity, and energy levels.
Apply Merrithew® programming protocols for pre-operative and post-operative stages, including thoughtful progressions and contraindications.
Integrate healing practices and movement strategies that support both physical and emotional recovery.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE

Designed for a wide range of professionals who want to elevate their ability to support clients with specialized needs:

Certified and aspiring Pilates instructors
Movement and fitness professionals
Rehab practitioners seeking Pilates-based strategies
Studio owners and educators expanding their therapeutic offerings

Whether you're working with clients preparing for surgery, navigating treatment, or rebuilding strength months or years later, this course provides a clear framework you can apply immediately.

Continuing Education Information:

Earn .6 STOTT PILATES® Continuing Education Credits (CECs) toward your ongoing professional development.