This 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

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

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.

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