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Pilates Technique Thursday: How to Spot Hidden Tension in the Body
Hidden tension often shows in the shoulders before we realise it is even there One of the hallmarks of a great Pilates teacher is the...

Michael King
Apr 17, 20253 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Silver Generation Is Not Coming It Is Already Here
Graceful and empowered, the silver generation embraces strength, wellness, and beauty at every age. There is a quiet revolution...

Michael King
Apr 13, 20252 min read


Self-Care Saturday: Embracing the Doorway Effect in Pilates Practice
Each doorway represents a chance to pause, reset, and move forward with awareness. Happy Self-Care Saturday, fellow Pilates teachers!...

Michael King
Apr 12, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Training the Mind as Well as the Body
Visualising the power of mindset—train the brain like you train the body in Pilates As Pilates teachers we are trained to look at posture...

Michael King
Apr 10, 20253 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: The Difference Between Method Pilates and Fitness Pilates
A visual divide between Method Pilates and Fitness Pilates—two approaches, one method What sets apart a true Pilates method teacher? It’s...

Michael King
Apr 6, 20252 min read


Pilates Self Care Saturday: Self Spring Clean
Spring clean your habits – it’s time to toss out the winter comforts holding you back. As spring begins to bloom around us, it's not just...

Michael King
Apr 5, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: The Art of Preparations & Transitions
Pilates students prepare with focus and control before movement begins, embodying mindful transitions. When we talk about technique in...

Michael King
Apr 3, 20252 min read


Pilates Training Smart: It’s Not About Working Harder, It’s About Working Wiser
Smart training means knowing when to rest, reset, and recharge for long-term progress. As Pilates teachers, we often encounter the client...

Michael King
Apr 1, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Reconnecting with the 'Why'
Pausing to reflect on purpose—why we teach, and what fuels our Pilates path There’s something about a Sunday that invites reflection....

Michael King
Mar 30, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Parkinson's and the Power of Movement
Gentle care and support for a Parkinson's client highlighting the importance of movement and therapy On Tuesday I returned back up to...

Michael King
Mar 27, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday: How Much is Too Much Help?
Pilates teacher offers support, allowing the client space to explore and refine their movement. As Pilates teachers, our natural instinct...

Michael King
Mar 25, 20252 min read


Pilates Movement Monday: Exploring the Lower Body Lunge on the Reformer
Focused control and balance in a Reformer lunge, lengthening through the full kinetic chain. When it comes to closing a session with...

Michael King
Mar 24, 20253 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday Finding Control in Fast Paced Reformer Training
Controlled effort beats speed – Just like Pilates, true strength comes from precision, not momentum. With the rise of dynamic Reformer...

Michael King
Mar 20, 20252 min read


Pilates Teachers and the Lost Art of the After-Dinner Stroll
A Victorian couple enjoys a gentle evening stroll, embracing the lost tradition of post-meal walks. There was a time when a gentle walk...

Michael King
Mar 19, 20253 min read


Pilates and Natural Cleaning: Striking the Right Balance in Your Studio
Maintaining a fresh Pilates studio—cleaning a Reformer with a natural spray and cloth. As Pilates teachers, we aim to create an...

Michael King
Mar 18, 20252 min read


Pilates Soulful Sunday: Reflecting on Our Value as Pilates Teachers
Pilates payment made easy, does your pricing reflect your worth in today’s economy? As we take this Soulful Sunday to reflect on the...

Michael King
Mar 16, 20253 min read


Technique Thursday: Integrating Laban Movement Analysis into Chair-Based Pilates
Blending movement and structure – A chair at the centre, surrounded by flowing Laban-inspired motion. As Pilates teachers, we...

Michael King
Mar 13, 20252 min read


Pilates Thoughtful Tuesday The Power of Eye Contact in Teaching
The power of eye contact in Pilates teaching enhances connection, trust, and engagement. In Pilates, communication goes beyond the words...

Michael King
Mar 11, 20252 min read


Pilates Technique Thursday: Honouring the Mat in March Mat Madness
Embracing March Mat Madness: Strength and control in classical Pilates single-leg stretch As we step into March, the Pilates world turns...

Michael King
Mar 6, 20252 min read


Thoughtful Tuesday – Supporting Ukraine, Supporting My Russian Pilates Friends, and Hoping for Peace
A fiery divide between Russia and Ukraine, symbolising the conflict that separates nations and lives When I posted that I support...

Michael King
Mar 4, 20253 min read
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