Offer your clients a new challenge with this invigorating form of High Intensity Power Pilates on the reformer that combines the precision and focus of a traditional Pilates session with the dynamic energy of a high intensity workout. Join the Lisa B Pilates Academy for the HIP Pilates™ Reformer. Teacher Training that will equip you with all the principles and choreography needed to begin teaching this fun and functional workout. HIP Pilates™ is aimed at increasing your heart rate, and improving strength, mobility and stamina – try it on the reformer and you will definitely see and feel the fabulous benefit.  During the course Lisa will teach carefully structured and choreographed combinations with the aim of building cardio endurance and overall strength. Jump boards and weights will be added to increase heart rate and build strength; add to that lots of standing work to challenge balance and create a functional yet fun workout. This will enable you to offer a brand-new concept of Reformer classes to your most adventurous clients. Great fun and not for the faint hearted!!

A great introduction to the Springboard – a popular, affordable and space-saving piece of resistance training equipment that can provide an energising full-body workout. The Springboard is extremely versatile and offers a wide scope of exercises that will be taught on this course

combining both classical and contemporary elements of the Pilates Method. This course promises to give you the tools to offer your clients a brand new workout that is functional and effective as well as adaptable and challenging. Please note: as the Push-Thru-Bar is a Springboard addition, Series 1 of this course will not cover any repertoire using the Push-Thru-Bar.  Includes:

 

One day course taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

Join Magnus Ringberg, physiotherapist and teacher from Sweden for an innovative workshop that inspires you to move in 360 degrees.  An invitation to explore your body and celebrate movement possibilities, the work will focus on the joint complexes within the body and how can you create a present, meaningful and sustainable habit.  After the course you will have access to the related online-digital material so you can continue to practice at home. This workshop is perfect for pilates, yoga and any other kind of movement practitioner.  “I celebrate movement. I will challenge you to never stop exploring your untapped potential. Learn how to move with ease and how to step away from discomfort and fear. Tune out the noise and focus on what matters. Keep it simple and sharp.”

This course is an invaluable introduction into the mechanical and technical elements of the Reformer. The Introductory REFORMER Course will equip you with a wide range of beginner and intermediate exercises and the tools to understand and create relevant variations and modifications. Clear instructional verbal and tactile cues will be discussed and practiced, helping you to not only communicate the repertoire but to master and fully understand the depth of the method. The Course will also help you to enhance your teaching skills in terms of observing and assessing your clients’ posture, recognizing their imbalances, strengths and weaknesses and helping to correct them with effective use of the Reformer. This is an ideal fundamental level course for those with no Reformer teaching experience but who hold a recognised Pilates Matwork certificate.  Includes:

 

All 4 days taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

The Ultimate Matwork consists of The PRINCIPLE Series, THE PROGRESSIVE Series and The CLASSCIAL Series. Each “Series” is a stand-alone workshop and you are invited to attend one, two or all three workshops to give you an insight into teaching Matwork at all levels whilst deepening your understanding of the method, both in your own practice and in your teaching.  This particular one-day course will focus on the full advanced level Classical Matwork repertoire.  We will endeavor to finely tune key elements of the fundamental work and clarify correct body mechanics with the intention of attaining overall precision and mastery of the Classical Matwork. This course offers an enjoyable and effective way to deepen your knowledge and improve your teaching skills by revisiting the fundamental aspects from a brand-new perspective, whilst also exploring the advanced elements of the method.

This course is designed for teachers who hold a Level 3 Pilates Matwork qualification. Whether you have been a Pilates teacher for many years or are new to teaching, the aim is to enhance your expertise and re-ignite your passion for Pilates.  Includes:

 

One day course taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

HIP Pilates™ is an exclusive concept class, researched, developed and taught by Lisa Bradshaw. HIP Pilates™ is aimed at raising heart rate and improving overall functionality, strength, mobility and stamina. This exclusive class is not only ideal for the hardcore Pilates fan, who would like a more intense cardio workout but also for those less adventurous clients who wish to challenge their balance and improve their functional strength without losing the true essence of the Pilates principles. Each session is specifically structured to provide an all over body workout. Progressive choreography is incorporated to improve balance and co-ordination, precise functional movement aims to improve overall strength and mobility and the use of weights promises to increase cardio endurance and recovery. This combination of high energy, faster paced movement with the precision and focus of a traditional Pilates class creates a balanced and fun workout for everyone. This HIP Pilates™ Matwork Foundation course will equip you with all the principles and choreography needed to begin offering your clients a brand new product of HIP Pilates™ on the Mat. On completion of the course, teachers will be invited to join the HIP Tribe™ offering marketing and branding support as well as access to online classes to encourage the development of their work.

This Progressive Reformer Course is intended for those teachers who have an existing Reformer qualification and Reformer teaching experience.  There are currently 3 courses available; all are individual and may be attended separately and in no particular order.  These workshops focus on new and innovative Intermediate-Advanced level exercises that will give your catalogue of Reformer repertoire a new lease of life. You will be taught a variety of new progressive movement sequences, including simple yet effective techniques to challenge clients who have the potential to progress.  These workshops are a great opportunity to explore, question and review the value and potential of the Reformer and to learn skills and techniques to ensure that challenging work is accessible to all. Includes:

 

One day course taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa Bradshaw

Full Manual

Offer your clients a new challenge with this invigorating form of High Intensity Power Pilates on the reformer that combines the precision and focus of a traditional Pilates session with the dynamic energy of a high intensity workout. Join the Lisa B Pilates Academy for the HIP Pilates™ Reformer Teacher Training that will equip you with all the principles and choreography needed to begin teaching this fun and functional workout. HIP Pilates™ is aimed at increasing your heart rate, and improving strength, mobility and stamina – try it on the reformer and you will definitely see and feel the fabulous benefit.  During the course Lisa will teach carefully structured and choreographed combinations with the aim of building cardio endurance and overall strength. Jump boards and weights will be added to increase heart rate and build strength; add to that lots of standing work to challenge balance and create a functional yet fun workout. This will enable you to offer a brand-new concept of Reformer classes to your most adventurous clients. Great fun and not for the faint hearted!!

 

One day course taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

A great introduction to the Springboard – a popular, affordable and space-saving piece of resistance training equipment that can provide an energising full-body workout. The Springboard is extremely versatile and offers a wide scope of exercises that will be taught on this course combining both classical and contemporary elements of the Pilates Method. This course promises to give you the tools to offer your clients a brand new workout that is functional and effective as well as adaptable and challenging. Please note: as the Push-Thru-Bar is a Springboard addition, Series 1 of this course will not cover any repertoire using the Push-Thru-Bar.  Includes:

 

One day course taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

Who doesn’t like a lean and toned upper body? In this workshop we’ll be looking at Push-Through-Bar, Arm Spring and Hanging Repertoire on the Cadillac. Some of this repertoire is common practice but a lot of it is not seen as much in Pilates Studios. We’ll cover both “Classical” and contemporary adaptations and modifications to the repertoire. This workshop will give teachers tools that are practical and can be applied to Privates, Studio Sessions and Group Settings. This workshop is for Teachers who are qualified on the Cadillac or Springboard.

Many teachers are not familiar with the extensive Hip-Work (“Leg Springs”) repertoire on the Cadillac. Join Amit for three hours of exploration into this interesting and practical topic. We’ll cover Supine, Side Lying and Standing variations. The repertoire will include Single-Leg work and Double-Leg work.

During the workshop you will learn the reasoning behind choosing specific repertoire for specific people, based on needs and ability. This workshop is for Teachers who are qualified on the Cadillac or Springboard.

Learn a whole host of Chair repertoire on this dynamic 2-day training course created and taught personally by Lisa B.  From beginners to advanced and everything in between Lisa will cover a very Classical based repertoire. This is a great opportunity to gain fresh new ideas or refresh and refine your existing teaching techniques. The Chair is a much underrated, and often misunderstood piece of studio equipment but Lisa will present a way of teaching that aims to demystify the wonders of the Wunda Chair with a clear and simple approach. You will learn a series of short exercise sequences that will enable you to teach a seamless flowing session to every level of client.  Includes:

 

All 2 days taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

This course is an invaluable introduction into the mechanical and technical elements of the Reformer. The Introductory REFORMER Course will equip you with a wide range of beginner and intermediate exercises and the tools to understand and create relevant variations and modifications. Clear instructional verbal and tactile cues will be discussed and practiced, helping you to not only communicate the repertoire but to master and fully understand the depth of the method. The Course will also help you to enhance your teaching skills in terms of observing and assessing your clients’ posture, recognizing their imbalances, strengths and weaknesses and helping to correct them with effective use of the Reformer. This is an ideal fundamental level course for those with no Reformer teaching experience but who hold a recognised Pilates Matwork certificate.  Includes:

 

All 4 days taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa

Full Manual

Pilates Toys are a Pilates teacher’s secret weapon – adding variety, challenge, and support to almost any Pilates mat exercise – the small equipment is an indispensable teaching aid which is as applicable to the complete beginner as it is to the most advanced student.  This 3-hour workshop would suit any teacher looking to expand their Pilates repertoire. Resistance Bands can be used for a variety of strength, stretch and release work. Whether it is a new twist to an existing mat exercise or bringing some of the exercises from the studio equipment to your mat; this is one piece of equipment no Pilates teacher should be without.  The lesser known Resistance Loops are frequently under used but should not be underestimated. The loops can add a different dimension to a number of existing mat exercises as well as adding a functional slant to your classes. These are effective standalone pieces of equipment, as well as being a natural partner to the Resistance Band.  The Pilates Pole is primarily associated with the Reformer repertoire; however, it is an incredibly simple piece of equipment that can also be used very effectively on the mat. Clients love the Pole as it provides them with both support and feedback in a wide range of mat exercises across all levels. Specifically, the pole helps clients concentrate on technique and develop a much better awareness of their own alignment and connections. The pole will transform your clients as they discover opposition and learn how to correct imbalances in a way that is usually only accessible using the larger studio equipment. Teachers love the pole as it provides a unique and different experience to their clients.

Pilates Toys are a Pilates teacher’s secret weapon – adding variety, challenge, and support to almost any Pilates mat exercise – the small equipment is an indispensable teaching aid which is as applicable to the complete beginner as it is to the most advanced student.  This 3-hour workshop would suit any teacher looking to expand their Pilates repertoire. The Pilates Overball has endless possibilities…. it allows clients to access a greater range of movement, challenges their stability, helps improve their understanding of some of the key techniques used in Pilates and leaves them with a welcome sense of openness. This piece of small equipment is always a favourite. Tennis and Release Balls are a simple and yet highly effective myofascial self-release tool. With release comes not only relief but increased proprioception and often improved balance. These widely available toys are an easy win for both teachers and clients alike.  The Magic Circle is a very underrated piece of equipment yet one that comes with a wide range of applications. Adding challenge and support to exercises in equal measures the magic circle can be used to strengthen as well as lengthen. It is also a great tool to help clients improve their technique and develop an awareness of deep connections within their bodies.

Learn and review extensive Footwork Repertoire on the Reformer, Cadillac and Chair including many less familiar variations that are not often seen or practiced. The workshop will look into choreography, technique points and cueing.
We will cover specific adaptations and modifications for Knock-Knees and Bow Legs and special attention will be given to variations that mobilise and strengthen the feet and ankles, while demonstrating how this affects the whole chain, all the way up to the hip joints. This workshop is for Teachers who are qualified on the Reformer, but Chair and Cadillac will also be used.

It’s a well-known secret that effective cueing takes a lot of experience and practice. The teacher needs to have a good understanding of the Pilates method and the human body and needs to develop a sense to how different individuals respond best to instructions in order to give an effective and well-timed cue. In this workshop, Amit shares his many years of experience in teaching clients and training teachers to help the participants improve their cueing skills. We will focus on finding the most relevant element of the movement or learning process to cue on; and then finding the most positive and effective ways to cue people for success. This workshop is for all teachers, Mat and Equipment.

Learn the complete Classical Reformer repertoire from ‘Footwork’ to ‘Control & Balance dismount’ on this very practical and dynamic training course. In this workshop series you will learn the Classical Reformer choreography including the intention, benefit and technical precision of each individual exercise. Transitions will be explored in order to create the logical and progressive sequence and seamless flowing movement. You will also have the opportunity to discuss modifications and experiment with a variety of teaching skills and verbal and tactile cueing.    This course is ideal for the experienced Reformer teachers wishing to progress and explore the depth and richness of the classical Pilates Method.  This is an advanced level course and a solid level of Reformer teaching experience is required before attending this course. Includes:

 

All 4 days taught personally by Lisa Bradshaw

Instructional Video with all exercises taught & demonstrated by Lisa Bradshaw

Full Manual