Teaching Matwork to First-Timers
Description
The introductory session may be the most important group Matwork class taught. This workshop, developed by the STOTT PILATES® Academy team, provides the tools required to ensure this class is motivating, stimulating and will keep first-time clients coming back for more. Selected STOTT PILATES® Essential-level Matwork exercises are examined with an eye to maintaining pace and flow so participants ‘feel’ the workout, while still ensuring proper technique. The use of demonstration, imagery and concise cueing and correcting is discussed while focusing on group safety in the studio.Workshop
Available Course Credits
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Merrithew® | 0.20 |
Learning Objectives
- Apply the STOTT PILATES Principles to select Matwork exercises
- Understand how to entice clients through the introductory session
- Learn cues and corrections for safety and effectiveness
- Learn exercise variations and modifications for specific body types and how to incorporate them into a group class
Course Content
| Welcome | Module | ||
| Workshop Notes | Module | ||
| Roll Call | Module | ||
| Next Steps | Module |
Non-Refundable/Non-Transferable:
All fees for courses/workshops are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Student Cancellations:
If a student cancels their enrollment in a course/workshop, no refunds or credits will be issued.
Schedule Changes:
Enrollments cannot be transferred to another student, course, or workshop.
Provider Cancellations:
Merrithew® reserves the right to cancel or modify courses/workshops up to three (3) weeks prior to the scheduled date. In such cases, students will be notified, and any paid fees may be applied to a future course or refunded in full.
For assistance regarding your enrollment, please email academy@merrithew.com .
The following equipment and props are used in this workshop:
- Pilates Mat
To fully participate in this workshop, participants must have access to the equipment listed for the session. Merrithew® equipment is strongly encouraged, as instruction will be delivered using Merrithew equipment. Participants using substitute equipment will not be blocked from participating; however, Instructor Trainers will not be able to modify the workshop content or provide guidance on adapting exercises during the session.
If you’re interested in purchasing any of the equipment or props featured in this workshop, please visit Merrithew Shop or contact the Merrithew Sales team at equipment@merrithew.com.
STOTT PILATES® 0.2 Continuing Education Credits
Specialty Tracks
Group Matwork